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By: Risha Dahagama (LTG 6) Divisional Requirements in the Rocky Mountain District The Rocky Mountain District Board is made up of dedicated student leaders who keep our Key Clubs connected, informed, and inspired throughout the year. Understanding the positions available and the responsibilities tied to each helps members decide how they want to get involved and grow within the organization.  Leadership Positions in the Rocky Mountain District The Executive Board is the leadership core of the district and includes the following roles: Governor Secretary Treasurer Bulletin Editor These officers guide the district’s goals, oversee communication, manage finances, and ensure clubs stay informed. The Governor leads the entire Rocky Mountain District, facilitating meetings and setting the tone for the year. The Secretary handles reporting and documentation, keeping clubs on track with deadlines and communication. The Treasurer manages district finances and supports clubs with dues, while the Bulletin Editor produces newsletters and maintains district-wide media. The district also has several Chairs, each responsible for a specific area of support: Technology Chair Convention Chair K-Family and Membership Chair Governance Chair Projects and Fundraising Chair Chairs run committees that help the district function smoothly. The Technology Chair oversees online tools and digital communication. The Convention Chair assists in organizing the annual District Convention, from programming to logistics. The Projects and Fundraising chair organizes efforts to reach out to local businesses for fundraising and creates partnerships between organizations, focusing on service goals for the district. The Membership Chair supports club growth and recruitment efforts, and the Governance Chair ensures bylaws, voting processes, and district policies are followed correctly. Another key part of the district structure includes the Lieutenant Governors (LTGs), who represent the Rocky Mountain District’s nine divisions. There are nine LTGs, one for each division. LTGs serve as the primary connection between individual Key Clubs and the district board. They work directly with club officers, provide monthly updates, organize divisional events, and ensure that communication flows smoothly from the district level to members. Responsibilities Across the District Board The district board, as a whole, is responsible for supporting every club in the region. This includes producing newsletters, hosting meetings, organizing events, and establishing goals that promote service and leadership within the district. Board members communicate regularly with clubs, help officers navigate their roles, and ensure district-wide initiatives run effectively. Executive Board members each hold specific responsibilities that shape the direction of the Rocky Mountain District. Their roles include leadership, organization, reporting, budgeting, communication, and district-wide outreach. Chairs focus on their respective responsibilities by managing committees, creating resources for clubs, and supporting district events and operations. LTGs carry out individualized duties in their divisions, such as communicating with club presidents, providing monthly updates, hosting divisional rallies, and encouraging interclub connections. Serving on the District Board Being on the Rocky Mountain District Board is one of the most fun and memorable experiences Key Club offers. Board members get to plan and attend divisional rallies, where clubs come together for service, bonding, and leadership development. They also help prepare for DCON, one of the biggest and most exciting events of the year, filled with workshops, awards, spirit sessions, and district-wide celebration. Throughout the year, the board meets both in person and over Zoom. These meetings help officers collaborate on projects, plan district initiatives, and build strong friendships with student leaders from across Colorado, Wyoming, and New Mexico. Board bonding is one of the best parts of the experience. Serving on the district board is an incredible way to grow as a leader. You gain organization, communication, and public-speaking skills while contributing to something bigger than your own club. You also get the chance to meet new people, travel for events, and make a real impact on the Key Club community. If you’re looking for a leadership opportunity that helps you grow, connect, and have fun, joining the district board is one of the best ways to do it. Want to run for the District Board? Check out the various resources on the RMD Key Club Website! The District Board Elections page includes a rundown on the responsibilities of being on the district board, the election process, forms, and many other resources! ' District Board Elections

By: Jenny Nguyen (Technology Chair) Join us for the best week of the year: Key Club Week! Background information In 1925, the first Key Club was formed in Sacramento, California, with 11 charter members. The idea was sparked by two Sacramento Kiwanis Club members, Albert C. Olney and Frank C. Vincent. Key Club has a long and rich history, and it’s been standing strong for a little over 100 years. What is Key Club? Key Club is a student-led, high school organization. Our members make the world a better place through service. In doing so, we grow as individuals and as leaders by answering the call to lead, summoning the courage to engage, and developing the heart to serve. Key Club week is from  November 3 - November 7. During Key Club Week, we get to show our community what Key Club is truly about: service! Show your pride for Key Club by participating every day!  Key Club Week Visit the International Key Club website to learn more! Monday Show your K! Show people what Key Club is all about! Spread the word by wearing Key Club gear and publicizing Key Club Week in local stores, on your school website, in community newspapers — even on a door. Decorate the door of your advisor, a business, or a community leader to spread awareness about Key Club. Make sure to tag @keyclubint in your stories, feed, etc. — your officers could score some winning merch! Tuesday Invite and Include! Let your friends know why you love Key Club! This is the perfect day to show off how awesome and inclusive Key Club is, and why it matters so much to your school and community. Why not ask a friend to come along to a service project or meeting? It’s a chance for them to see firsthand how Key Club helps us grow as students and have a blast while making a real difference. Try giving a friend an official club invite.  Wednesday Dare to Share! Celebrate diversity and equity with the Key Club family. We have members across the globe, and we want to spotlight you! Check out these GIPHY stickers you can use on your Instagram story to share to show what makes you and your club shine. Thursday Random acts of Kindness! A smile goes a long way. Spread happiness throughout your school by implementing little random acts of kindness, such as leaving cards with inspirational messages on every student’s locker or just simply holding the door for someone else. You can share these kindness posters around your school and community. Post a picture and tag @keyclubint, and your post might be shared! Friday Connect the Ks! Key Club is the largest high school service organization in the world and is a member of the Kiwanis family. Celebrate the entire family of Kiwanis by getting the whole gang involved. Connect with local Kiwanis, Circle K International, Builders, K-Kids, or Aktion clubs and team up for a joint service project or virtual event. Click here to gain some ideas on what you can do! If you have a really cool service project, submit it to the service directory . Use the KCI week GIPHY stickers to let us know which Kiwanis Family you plan to join next.

By: Emma Bovaird (2020-21 District Technology Chair) & Hailey Choi (2020-21 Lt.G of Division 17) Make sure to check out this slideshow to reference what is expected of webmasters during their term. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out! (tech@rmdkeyclub.org)

Every October KCI works to gain money for UNICEF and help out kids. Find out how you can help here! District Project Rocky Mountain District Key Club is dedicated to empowering youth through leadership opportunities and community service projects. Join us in our mission to inspire and mobilize the next generation of leaders. Together, we can create a brighter future for all. This year, RMD will be working with Thirst Project , a KCI partner, on an additional project theme focused on Mental Health. The Thirst Project is a youth-founded & youth-led organization dedicated to ending the water crisis worldwide, with a special focus on Eswatini & Zambia. Historically, Key Club has been heavily involved in Start Strong: Zambia efforts, and we will participate in Walks for Water, fundraising to build a fully-fledged well for a community, creating more social media awareness, & more to come. In addition to Thirst Project, mental health is crucial for teens & will serve as the second project focus. Mind4Youth , a youth-led organization increasing awareness and support around adolescent mental health, will be a key partner for clubs to create mental health care packets, peer mentoring services in local schools, & even sending motivational cards around the world. Thirst Project Thirst Project is a youth-founded and youth-led organization dedicated to ending the global water crisis, serving over 600,000 people across 13 countries and thousands of service projects. They have been partnered with Key Club International for multiple years, but RMD is strengthening our connection by: Fundraising for Wells Creating Awareness Hosting Walks for Water MIND4YOUTH Mind4Youth is a youth-led 501(c)(3) charity committed to supporting adolescent mental health and making resources more accessible to such a dominant issue. As a new partner for RMD, we are building the bridge to support their mission by: Supporting MindCare, their initiative that sends out mental health care packets Creating cards with positive messages that Mind4Youth sends across the world Awareness campaigns

International Convention! Join us by checking here about this year's Convention! 2026 Key Club International Convention July 1st - July 5th, 2026 Dallas, TX Everything’s bigger in the Lone Star State — including Key Club! We’re heading to Dallas, Texas, U.S., for the 2026 Key Club International convention. Mark your calendars and get ready to shine bright with service, leadership and unforgettable memories! Rocky Mountain District Tour The tentative Rocky Mountain District Tour includes arrival in Dallas (attendees book their own flights and arrival) on Monday, June 29th will time to explore the Dallas Arts District that evening, a full day Tuesday, June 30th at Six Flags Over Texas, a visit to the Sixth Floor Museum and Dealey Plaza on Wednesday, July 1st prior to the start of the International Convention later that day. While at ICON, you’ll be able to attend information sessions and workshops, elect the 2026-2027 Key Club International leadership, celebrate service, and have fun with Key Clubbers from across the globe! Expected cost to attend: $1,250 plus airfare from your home airport to Dallas, TX. Fees include: Convention registration Hotel (quad occupancy) from Monday, June 29 to Sunday, July 5, 2026 Transportation to/from Dallas airports as well as transportation to off-site activities Admission to Six Flags Over Texas, the Sixth Floor Museum and Dallas Arts District Tour shirt and Rocky Mountain District pins for trading Breakfasts on July 2-4, lunch on July 3, dinners July 1-4, and plenty of snacks. And more! Questions? Reach out to Rocky Mountain District Administrator Shane Miller at admin@rmdkeyclub.org find funding to attend icon: Sponsorship Toolkit Fundraising Do you need help fundraising for ICON? Check out the Key Club International Sponsorship Toolkit at https://www.keyclub.org/resources/sponsorship-toolkit/ for suggestions to aid your fundraising efforts. Icon 2026 Interest Form Fill out the form for more information updates and notification when registration opens this fall! Once you fill out this form, you are not obligated to attend! Icon 2026 Interest Form Interest Form

Here are some basic things about our district - from our smallest clubs to things about international! Wh ere is Key Club? The International Office is in Indianapolis, Indiana, at 3636 Woodview Trace. Key Club is represented in 45 nations. What is Key Club? Key Club is the oldest and largest service program for high school students. It is a student-led organization that teaches leadership through service to others. Members of the Kiwanis International family, Key Club members build themselves as they build their schools and communities. Key Club has approximately 250,000 members in approximately 5,000 clubs. What is Key Club Week? Key Club Week is usually the first week of November, which is also Kiwanis Family Month. During Key Club Week, clubs are encouraged to spread the word about Key Club by participating in themed days. This includes inviting friends to meetings, planning special service projects and promoting each club’s activities locally. When is Key Club International Convention? The Key Club International convention occurs annually in June or July. The purpose of the convention is to elect the international officers, review accomplishments of the past year and set policies for the coming year. New programs are announced and national speakers participate. Members from every club should attend each year. What are district conventions? At district conventions, which happen each spring, Key Club members elect new student leaders, learn about new service projects, meet other Key Club members, and attend interactive workshops. Each district convention is held annually and usually lasts two days. How much are member dues? Key Club International’s annual dues are $10 .00. In addition, each district charges a varying amount for annual dues; the Rocky Mountain District dues are $7.00. Additionally each club may charge dues, as determined by the club. How can I find a Key Club? Ask around to see if your school already has a Key Club. You also can check out Key Club district and division websites. Many clubs have pages on Facebook. Or, you can call Member Services at 800-KIWANIS, ext. 411 or 317-875-8755. ext. 411. How do I start a Key Club? If your school doesn’t already have a Key Club and you wish to start up your own club, go here . You’ll find resources to help you find members, build a club website and charter your club. Are there any minimums for involvement in a Key Club? Many clubs utilize a point system in which members earn points for attending meetings and projects. A best practice is the 50-hour rule: Every Key Club member should be willing to undertake 50 hours of service each year. (Throughout the organization, millions of service hours are volunteered annually.) My high school already has more than one service club. Why should we add a Key Club? First, and most importantly, high schools can only benefit by having more clubs provide positive service opportunities for students. Multiple service clubs can, when properly encouraged, produce a synergy of service to a school and community. Second, Key Club is one of the few organizations that actually is a student-led organization from top to bottom. That means the members elect the officers and pay the dues. This is a great way to teach real responsibility and leadership. What’s the cost for chartering a new Key Club? The chartering fee for new Key Clubs is US $600 and must be paid at the time of chartering. This fee includes the membership pins, cards, handbooks, certificates, a gong, gavel and banner. How many members are needed to start a new Key Club? Fifteen is all it takes; however, no more than one-half can graduate in the same year. Can I start a Key Club in a community organization? Yes. If a Key Club cannot be formed in a traditional school setting, other options are available. Clubs can meet in libraries, churches, temples, synagogues, Boys and Girls Clubs, YMCA/YWCA or other suitable meeting spaces as long as appropriate supervision is provided. What kind of service projects can a Key Club undertake? There is almost no limit to the scope and nature of Key Club service projects. The Key Club website (www.keyclub.org ), Key Club magazine, and conventions all offer ideas for service opportunities. Better yet, begin by looking around your school for existing needs. Where can I find service project ideas? You can use the internet to find some ideas or simply go here to find a list of projects. Where can I find bylaws, templates, scholarship applications and other resources for my club? Lots of helpful resources can be found in the resources section of the website. If you still can't find what you're looking for, try the Key Club International website .