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Monticello NY Kiwanis Club K02847, Monticello, NY (2025)

12/20/2025

MONTICELLO KIWANIS SPREADS HOLIDAY CHEER

The Kiwanis Club of Monticello is continuing their tradition of spreading the holiday spirit by assisting local community programs in enhancing the well-being of those in need.

In support of the club mission of improving the world, one child and one community at a time, the club donated $200 to PRASAD Children’s Dental Health Program, which has been improving the oral health of children by having its mobile clinic partnering with Sullivan County School Districts to provide needed dental services to many youths in our community.

The club contributed $200 to United Way for Thanksgiving goodies and followed through in December with games and toys to help United Way make the holiday season more enjoyable for children and families in the community through their Project Care Program. In addition, $200 was presented to Federation for the Homeless to the delight and appreciation of Program Administrator Kathy Kreiter.

The club also donated $200 to a Single Bite whose mission is to fight food insecurity by providing nutritious prepared meals to children and families in the County. They also are supporting Alzheimer families and programs by contributing $100 to the Orange/Sullivan Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

Monticello Kiwanis President Marvin Rappaport stated that the club can continually support the needs of the community thanks to the members and the local residents supporting its major fundraisers – both which are in honor and in memory of exceptional Kiwanis members - the Bob Huebner Memorial Rose Sale and Bernie Shore/Rose Raimond Fundraising Dinner at Yanni’s Restaurant.

The club meets the first Monday of the Month at Albella’s Restaurant at 6:00 PM. For further information, visit Monticello NY Kiwanis Club page.

Pictured –Display of games and toys to United Way. From Left – United Way Chief Professional Officer Julian Dawson and Admin. Asst. Valerie Simone
On Right – Kiwanians Linda Barriger, Marvin Rappaport (Pres) and Sheila Lashinsky.

11/24/2025

Monticello Kiwanis Hosts Divisional Meeting

The Kiwanis Club of Monticello recently hosted the Hudson River West (HRW) Division Council Meeting at Albella Restaurant in Monticello, NY. In attendance were Kiwanis HRW Lieut. Governor Christine Mahoney and Kiwanis Club members from Callicoon, Chester, Middletown, Minisink, Monticello and Woodridge.

Representatives from each club shared their recent projects at the meeting and discussed opportunities to work together to achieve greater results to help children in need jointly with NY District Governor Carla Ingram’s Theme – “Challengers – Defying the Odds, Building a Future for Foster Children”. In conjunction with this mission, the guest speakers were Stephanie Mobley and Marlene Osterhout from the Sullivan County Department of Social Services Foster Care Unit. They reported on the children coming into the Foster Care Services and thanked the Monticello Kiwanians for their continual support and contributions through the Club’s Sweet Dreams Project. This project provides children who are removed from their homes and transitioned into new surroundings with duffle bags filled with comforting items such as a blanket, pillow, toothbrush, socks, hats, pj’s, personal toiletries, stuffed animals, books, depending on the needs and age of each child. Families with children going into homeless shelters receive items, if needed, as well, including cleaning products, towels, toilet paper, detergent, etc. Many of the Kiwanis Clubs in attendance are also doing their share to help improve emotional well-being of children in their communities by also offering comforting and personal items.

These projects are focused on the Kiwanis Mission, which is dedicated to improving the world, one child and one community at a time.

The Kiwanis Club of Monticello meets the first Monday of the month at Albella Restaurant at 6:00 PM. For further information visit Monticello NY Kiwanis Club Facebook.

Pictured are Monticello Kiwanian Sheila Lashinsky (Center) introducing (from left) HRW Lieut Gov. Christine Mahoney and
Social Svs. Reps Marlene Osterhout and Stephanie Mobley.

11/09/2025

Monticello and Woodridge Kiwanis Clubs Honor Veterans

The Kiwanis Clubs of Monticello and Woodridge joined together to bring some happiness to veterans serviced by the Sullivan County Veterans Service Agency and Action Toward Independence (ATI). They presented little gifts and Happy Veterans Day cards to Veterans Director Stephen Walsh and ATI Executive Director Deborah Worden. The cards were provided by the Kiwanis members as well as by members of the Kiwanis service leadership clubs, including the Fallsburg High School Key Club and the Aktion Club of Sullivan County. The Aktion Club is sponsored by both Kiwanis Clubs and comprised of individuals with various degrees of disabilities affiliated with Arc The Greater Hudson Valley, The Center for Discovery and New Hope Community.

The cards and gifts, consisting of personal toiletry items, socks, gloves, hats, Find the Word, Sudoku and Crossword Puzzles, solar dancing figures, playing cards and an assortment of candy, will be distributed to local veterans, including homeless individuals and patients at the local nursing homes and hospitals as well as Castle Point and Albany Veterans Hospital.

Directors Walsh and Worden stated that both agencies work together to serve the local veterans and they thanked the Kiwanis Clubs stating that the individuals will love not only the gifts and cards, but especially the idea that someone took the time to remember and thank them for their service and sacrifice to our country. Many of these veterans face multiple challenges and the time spent to convey a thoughtful message goes a long way in helping them through a difficult time.

The Kiwanis Clubs have reached out to many agencies in the past year with the main mission of giving back to the community and to let them know that there are people who care for them.

For more information about Kiwanis activities, visit the pages for Monticello, NY Kiwanis Club or Kiwanis Club of Woodridge, NY Foundation.

Picture 1 – Displaying cards and gifts are - from Left – Arc staff member Ken McManus, Aktion Club members James Santelli and Gary Walling, Woodridge Kiwanian Diane Garritt, Monticello Kiwanian Sheila Lashinsky , ATI Director Deborah Worden and Veterans Services Director Stephen Walsh.

Picture 2 – Sampling of cards made by Aktion Club Members.

09/15/2025

HPAC VISITS MONTICELLO KIWANIS

The Hurleyville Performing Arts Centre (HPAC) Community Outreach Coordinator Toni Castillo and Director of Development Lourdesa Hunt recently gave a very interesting and informative presentation to the Kiwanis Club of Monticello. They highlighted their children’s and adult activities, family events, sponsorship of various school district events and plans to restore the Luzon Train Station as well as other activities they are involved in.

The Kiwanis Club mission is to improve the world one child and one community at a time. It meets the first Monday of the Month at Albella’s Restaurant at 6:00 PM. For more information about the club, call Pres. Marvin Rappaport at 845-701-1655 or visit Monticello, NY Kiwanis Club page.

Pictured from left – Kiwanis Pres. Marvin Rappaport, HPAC reps Lourdesa Hunt and Toni Castillo who were presented with the Monticello Kiwanis 75th Anniversary Mug, and Kiwanis Board member Linda Barriger.

08/27/2025

AKTION CLUB BUSY WITH SUMMER ACTIVITIES
The Aktion Club of Sullivan County was on the move during June, July and August hosting several enjoyable events. They held a basketball hoop-a-thon on June 21st at New Hope Community in Loch Sheldrake, NY and raised $420, which was donated to the United Way of Sullivan County along with a large amount of non-perishable food items.

On July 15th, an awesome talent show took place at New Hope Theater where very talented Aktion Club members entertained guests – and each other – with great songs , dances and playing musical instruments. An enjoyable time was had by all. The following week several members participated in the Bethel Woods Hello Inclusion Festival and took turns manning the Aktion Club Informational Table. This is an annual free, one-day music festival event in celebration of Disability Pride Month.

The good times continued on July 26th with the Aktion Club celebrating their10th Year Anniversary with a Spring Fling Dinner Dance held at the White Sulphur Springs Firehouse. A lot of dancing, eating and good times were had by all.

On August 16th, they held their Annual Car Wash at the SullivanARC location on lower Broadway in Monticello, New York. The members warmly greeted each customer and did an outstanding job washing the cars, tires and windows with sponges and brushes followed by hosing and wiping the carsdown to a deep shine. There was no charge for the car wash; however donations and tips were gladly accepted and $400.00 was raised. This will help the club fund various community service events.

The Aktion Club of Sullivan County is comprised of adults affiliated with the ARC-Greater Hudson Valley, New Hope Community and The Center for Discovery and is comprised of individuals with various degrees of disabilities. It is sponsored by the Kiwanis Clubs of Monticello and Woodridge.

Picture One – United Way Chief Professional Officer Julian Dawson was presented with a check for $420 from Hoop-a-thon proceeds by Pres. Tommy Abelson and Aktion Club Advisors Amy Leroy, Kim Loucks, Sheila Lashinsky, Kathy Garlick and Sue Kasofsky.

Picture Two – Aktion Club member Betsy Kashdan singing “Santa Baby” at Talent Show

Picture Three – Aktion Club members posing at Spring Fling Celebration

Picture Four - Aktion Club members and staff taking a short break from washing cars and William Schmitt and John Paxton promoting car wash.

08/14/2025

Commissioner John Liddle Presentation at Monticello Kiwanis

Sullivan County Health and Human Services Commissioner John Liddle recently attended a Monticello Kiwanis Club Meeting. He spoke about several of the programs that provide services to children in our county. He also spoke about housing issues in the county and its impact on the children who are homeless and residing in hotels until more permanent housing alternatives become available. Commissioner Liddle’s presentation underscores the reason why Monticello Kiwanis has reached out to the Health and Family Services Foster Care and Protective Services Units to assist the children through our “Sweet Dreams Project.” This program provides children who are removed from their homes and transitioned into new surroundings with back packs filled with comfort personal items such as blankets, pillows, stuffed animals, toiletries, games, books, toothbrush, socks, etc. This really helps them get through some difficult times.

The mission of Kiwanis is to improve the world one child and one community at a time. For more information about the Monticello Kiwanis Club, visit our page at Monticello, NY Kiwanis Club.

Pictured – Monticello Kiwanis Club President Marvin Rappaport and Board Member Linda Barriger thanked Commissioner Liddle with a 75th Anniversary Monticello Kiwanis mug.

08/11/2025

Just a reminder!

Aktion Club Car Wash is Aug. 16th

The Aktion Club of Sullivan County will be hosting a Car Wash Fundraiser Saturday, Aug. 16th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. at the Greater Hudson Valley Arc Building, 162 East Broadway, Monticello (next to Tire Discount Center). The rain date will be Sunday, Aug. 17th.

There is no charge for the car wash; however donations and tips will be gladly accepted. Monies raised will help the club fund various community service events.

The Aktion Club of Sullivan County is sponsored by the Kiwanis Clubs of Monticello and Woodridge. The club is comprised of adults with various degrees of disabilities who are affiliated with Arc Greater Hudson Valley, New Hope Community and Center for Discovery. Members are given the opportunity to contribute to the community, develop social interaction awareness, improve their self-esteem and develop leadership skills.

For more information, please contact Kim Loucks at (845) 701-1864

07/17/2025

Aktion Club Car Wash is Aug. 16th

The Aktion Club of Sullivan County will be hosting a Car Wash Fundraiser Saturday, Aug. 16th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. at the Greater Hudson Valley Arc Building, 162 East Broadway, Monticello (next to Tire Discount Center). The rain date will be Sunday, Aug. 17th.

There is no charge for the car wash; however donations and tips will be gladly accepted. Monies raised will help the club fund various community service events.

The Aktion Club of Sullivan County is sponsored by the Kiwanis Clubs of Monticello and Woodridge. The club is comprised of adults with various degrees of disabilities who are affiliated with Arc Greater Hudson Valley, New Hope Community and Center for Discovery. Members are given the opportunity to contribute to the community, develop social interaction awareness, improve their self-esteem and develop leadership skills.

For more information, please contact Kim Loucks at (845) 701-1864

07/14/2025

MONTICELLO KIWANIS WELCOMES ATI EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Action Toward Independence (ATI) Executive Director Deborah Worden was guest speaker at the July Monticello Kiwanis Club Meeting. Ms. Worden described how ATI serves and empowers people with disabilities through their many programs, including advocacy, education, support groups, etc. They provide guidance and empowerment in the field of life and social skills to the parents, caregivers as well as to the children on the Autism Spectrum. ATI’s objectives are in compliance with Kiwanis First Lady Marie Soderholm’s Project for 2024-2025, which is Autism Acceptance.

Members of the Woodridge Kiwanis Club and the Monticello Rotary Club were also in attendance. Everyone was very impressed with Ms. Worden’s presentation and with the many services provided to people with disabilities by ATI. The Monticello Kiwanis Club presented Ms. Worden with a $100 donation in support of ATI’s very important programs as well as a 75th Anniversary Kiwanis Mug.

The club meets the first Monday of the Month at 6:00 PM at Albella’s Restaurant in Monticello. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time. Please check out the Monticello NY Kiwanis Club page to learn more about all their activities.

Pictured are Kiwanis Board Member Linda Barriger, ATI Exec. Dir. Deborah Worden and Kiwanis Pres. Marvin Rappaport

06/22/2025

MONTICELLO KIWANIS AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS

On Monday, June 9th, The Monticello Kiwanis Club presented nine (9) scholarships, $1,000 each, to exceptionally well deserving Monticello High School Seniors. The venue was Robert Green Truck Division Board Room where the recipients and their families enjoyed a delicious pizza party and graduation cup cakes. The recipients shared their plans for schooling going forward and their professional aspirations. Principal Jennifer Gorr was in attendance and shared her pride of the students and wished them the best in their future endeavors.

The recipients were:

Hailey Kaplan – Monticello Memorial Scholarship; Lyndsey Kaplan – Ben Golden Memorial Scholarship; Andrew Weiner – Founder’s Scholarship; William Cooper – Max Shapiro Memorial Scholarship; Blayre Carnell – Leo Rappaport Memorial Scholarship; Camilla Hernandez – Selma & Robert Green Memorial Scholarship;
Morris Germann (absent)– Rose Raimond Memorial Scholarship; Belle Zhou – Florence Leshner Memorial Scholarship and Geliana Marie Fernandez – Irving Kaufman Memorial Scholarship.

Retiring MCSD Driver Education Teacher/Kiwanis Key Club Faculty Advisor
Stephen Raabe was recognized and thanked for his many years of service to the school and to the Kiwanis Service Leadership Program.

All the scholarship recipients were congratulated and wished much success.

Picture One: From Left – Kiwanis Pres. Marvin Rappaport, VP Robert Green, Hailey Kaplan, Andrew Weiner, Lyndsey Kaplan, William Cooper, Geliana Marie Fernandez, Camilla Hernandez, Blayre Carnell, Belle Zhou and Principal Mrs. Jennifer Gorr.

Picture Two: Robert Green and Morris Germann

Picture Three: Marvin Rappaport and Retiring Teacher/Key Club Advisor Stephen Raabe

06/17/2025

MONTICELLO KIWANIS DISTRIBUTES BOOKS TO SECOND GRADERS

On Monday,June 9th, members of the Kiwanis Club of Monticello visited the George L. Cooke Elementary School for a Reading Assembly and book distribution to ten second grade classes.

The books were selected by Doris Motl, retired fourth grade teacher and Monticello Kiwanian. She emphasized the importance that all the books donated by Kiwanis Club be given out to every second grade student for their summer reading pleasure. The children were super excited when they learned they were chapter books, which they were introduced to during this past school year.

Ms. Motl was accompanied by Jane Sorensen, Past Distinguished Kiwanis President as well as the current EPIC (Every Person Influences Children) Family Engagement & Program Manager of the Monticello Central School District. Mrs. Sorensen read a book entitled “Stand Tall Molly Lou Melon” by Patty Lovell. The book was about Molly being bullied in school and how she learned to gain self-esteem and overcome challenges and negativity from others. The children loved listening to the book and Mrs. Sorensen received a round of applause.

After the assembly, Ms. Motl and Mrs. Sorensen visited Mrs. Makayla Kilcoin’s second grade classroom where the children posed excitedly – each holding a chapter book.

In addition to the 200 chapter books given to the second graders, Mrs. Sorensen was given 30 picture books to distribute to families in the Tiny Town Program, which serves children from birth to three and their families. It is a partnership between the Monticello Central School District and the EPIC Program and is located at the St. John Street Community School.

For more information about Kiwanis, visit the Monticello, NY Kiwanis Club page.

Picture- Mrs. Kilcoin’s (left) Second Grade Students displaying chapter books and Jane Sorensen and Doris Motl in back row.

06/16/2025

Monticello Kiwanis and Sullivan County Aktion Clubs Maintain Flowerbeds

The Monticello Kiwanis Club continued their tradition of maintaining the Village of Monticello flowerbeds located on Jefferson Street and Route 42 near the Beer Store in the Village. This year Past Kiwanis President Jane Sorensen volunteered to be in charge and she received much appreciated assistance from several members of the Sullivan County Aktion Club, who came out early in the morning to till the soil, remove roots and weeds and plant beautiful flowers.

The Aktion Club is sponsored by the Monticello and Woodridge Kiwanis Clubs and is comprised of individuals with disabilities who are affiliated with Arc Greater Hudson Valley, New Hope Community and The Center for Discovery. They continued helping out the community by visiting the Sullivan County SPCA the next day to present them with a variety of items that were on the SPCA Wish List.

Picture 1 – Standing – Aktion Club Advisor Kim Loucks and Kiwanis Past Pres. Jane Sorensen, Front Row – Aktion Club members Robert Weissman, John Paxton, Willie Conklin, Harold Conklin, Andrew Barry and Gary Walling

Picture 2 – Items donated to SPCA by Aktion Club

Picture 3 – Aktion Club members Betsy Kashdan, Anthony Radzieski and William Schmitt holding donated SPCA items

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