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Texas Oklahoma District of Kiwanis International
Founded in 1919, the Texas-Oklahoma District exists to help our ~200 Kiwanis clubs advance the Objects, objectives, policies, and mission of Kiwanis International.
Each week, we pause to recognize the local businesses that make our mission possible.![]()
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Today on #ThankfulThursday, we celebrate Abby Sizelove Agency - Shelter Insurance for their generosity, partnership, and commitment to our shared goal of building a better Heart of Oklahoma. đź’™![]()
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Your support helps us turn ideas into action, and action into impact. Thank you!![]()
#KiwanisHOOK #ThankfulThursday #CommunityChampions #SupportLocal #ServiceAboveSelf
On this day in 1865 Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, TX to announce the end of the Civil War and share the late news of President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation setting slaves free. ![]()
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We honor this momentous event in our national history that happened right here in our district 160 years ago!![]()
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Embodying object six of the six Objects of Kiwanis, “To cooperate in creating and maintaining that sound public opinion and high idealism which make possible the increase of righteousness, justice, patriotism, and good will,” many clubs set up US flags on patriotic national holidays. ![]()
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How are your clubs celebrating the holiday?![]()
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#Juneteenth
🎉 Big shoutout to our very own Greg Cordray! 🎉![]()
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Our TX/OK Governor Bobby Quinten made a special stop to present Greg with the George F. Hixson Fellowship Award, one of the highest honors in Kiwanis! 💙💛![]()
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We’re so proud of your leadership, passion, and all you do to make a difference in our community. Way to go, Greg! 👏🙌![]()
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#GeorgeHixsonAward #ServiceWithHeart #TXKKiwanis #MakingADifference
Tonight we awarded over $34,000 in Grants at Annual Banquet at the Truman Arnold Student Center, located on the Texarkana College campus. This annual celebration highlights our dedication to serving the community through service, leadership, and philanthropy.![]()
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A major highlight of the evening was the presentation of more than $32,000 grants to local nonprofits and organizations working to make a lasting impact in the lives of children, families, and underserved communities. From youth development and education to food security and healthcare, this year’s recipients reflect a broad range of essential services in the Texarkana area.![]()
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Grant recipients included:![]()
Ag Learning Center at Four States Fair Grounds![]()
Beds for Kids![]()
Boy Scout Troop 86![]()
Caddo Area Council![]()
CASA of Northeast Texas – Volunteer Advocate Summit![]()
Dolly Parton Imagination Library![]()
Domestic Violence Prevention![]()
Downtown Veteran Support Group![]()
East Texas Food Bank![]()
Fearfully & Wonderfully Made![]()
First Choice Pregnancy Center![]()
For the Sake of One![]()
Girl Scout Troop 2123![]()
Hope 29![]()
Hospice of Texarkana![]()
Mariah House![]()
NVST TXK![]()
Razorback EAST Pig Pantry![]()
Running WJ Grant 1![]()
Running WJ Grant 2![]()
Salvation Army Kids Club House![]()
Stuff the Bus![]()
Texarkana AR Police Department PRIDE Program![]()
Texarkana College Foundation![]()
Texarkana Presidential Scholarship![]()
Texarkana ISD Resource Center![]()
Texarkana Resources for the Disabled![]()
Texarkana Young Marines![]()
Today’s Youth Tomorrow’s Leaders![]()
Texarkana Regional Arts & Humanities Council (TRAHC)![]()
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In addition to, over $3,000 in scholarships for Sophomore of the Year to Karsyn Burns, 5 Leadership Scholarships to Kylie McAlister, Shekinah Perlas, Mackenzie Wiley, Stephanie Shimpock, and Grant Shaw.![]()
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We celebrated the successful launch of its inaugural Kiwanis K.I.D.S. Camp, a summer initiative focused on children living with diabetes. Originally started over 30 years ago by Mary Johnson. The camp provided a supportive, educational environment designed to help campers build confidence, learn critical self-care skills, and connect with others facing similar challenges. It was a meaningful step forward in the club’s mission to serve the children of the world. Especially, those with unique health needs. ![]()
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The banquet also featured recognition of outstanding Kiwanis members and community leaders who exemplify the spirit of service and commitment. Mayor Bob Bruggeman presented the Citizen Award to Mary Jackson and Destiny Carter received the Kiwanian of the Year Award.