District Convention August 15-17, 2026 Embassy Suites Greensboro, NC

Call for Workshop Proposals

The Carolinas District of Kiwanis invites workshop proposals for the annual Carolinas Kiwanis District Convention. We are seeking engaging sessions focused on topics essential to fulfilling our mission, “Kids Need Kiwanis,” and supporting the current District theme, “10-4 Good Buddy”.

Proposals should address practical, innovative, and mission-focused ideas related to Kiwanis service, leadership, club excellence, and growth. Workshops should include formats that encourage the active participation and discussion of attendees, such as interactive exercises, panel discussions, or small-group work.

WORKSHOP PROPOSAL FORMAT

All submissions should be submitted through this google form. The proposal should concisely describe the content and objectives of the workshop, including:

  • Title of the Workshop/Session
  • Names, affiliation (Kiwanis Club/Business affiliate), and contact information of the presenters/facilitators
  • Short workshop title (up to 10 words)
  • Scope and Topics of the Workshop:
    • Examples of suggested topics include: Club administration and operations, membership recruitment and retention, effective service projects, Kiwanis family relations (Key Club, CKI), fundraising best practices, leadership development, use of District resources (Foundation, Website, Social Media).
  • Planned Format of the Workshop:
    • Workshop Format: (e.g., lecture/presentation, interactive discussion, hands-on activity, panel discussion, Q&A discussion).
    • Room setup preferences (e.g., theater, classroom, round tables).
    • Materials or handouts to be provided.
  • Description of the session’s intended audience (e.g., new members, club presidents, lieutenant governors, club treasurers, all members).
  • A draft session description (approx. 100 words) that would be used in the official Convention Program Book.
  • If appropriate, a brief description of past successful presentations of this workshop, including feedback or attendance numbers.

Proposals with creative, interactive formats that foster lively discussion and provide actionable takeaways for attendees are highly encouraged.

HOW TO SUBMIT PROPOSALS

Please submit your proposal through this google form to the Carolinas Kiwanis District Convention Committee by the specified deadline (please consult the official District communications for the exact deadline and submission email/form).

Convention Details coming soon!

Carolinas District of Kiwanis will host the 2026 District Convention in Greensboro, North Carolina at the Embassy Suites. We can’t wait to see you there!

Rates To Be announced Summer 2026.

Carolinas Kiwanis Refund Policy

Full refunds (minus a $20 processing fee) will be processed for any registration cancelled in writing (mail to Convention Registration Cancellation, 184 N Water St., Suite 24, Boone, NC 28607)  postmarked by 7/31/2025. We will not be able to accommodate any refund requests for cancellations for any reason after 7/31/2025. In the event of a last minute emergency, substitutions will be accommodated. You are responsible for canceling or modifying your own hotel reservations.

PLEASE NOTE:  This new registration software  provides  the  opportunity for  you  to  purchase  event insurance should you wish to be fully covered and is separate from the Carolinas District of  Kiwanis.  Should you choose the event insurance, it is your responsibility to contact them per their  policies to invoke the insurance.  The Carolinas District has no involvement in that insurance  policy.

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