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SUCCESS STORIES

BRIAN'S STORY
Months before, Brian Turindwamukama had been living in his Ugandan hometown. At Key Leader, he learned important things about his new country--and himself. 

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BYRON'S STORY
Every year, Key Leader reminds Byron Tabor why he loves Kiwanis service and mentoring young people.

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SAMANTHA'S STORY
Samantha Lemons was nervous when she arrived at her first Key Leader weekend. But she went home with a new perspective.

Read more of Samantha's success story.

PAUL'S STORY
Paul Meyer knew of Key Leader's potential to change students' lives. But he didn't expect the change to be so dramatic.

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DAVID'S STORY

Every young life needs a good influence. For David Dillman, the Kiwanis Key Leader program provided it. 

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Check out what others are saying about Key Leader:

"Each day there was absolutely  amazing. Our lead facilitator was an inspiration to every person in the room, and I am proud to say that she has helped me believe in myself and my abilities to become a leader."— Excerpt from an article written by a Key Leader graduate from Ohio

"Key Leader creates a comfortable setting that helps everyone discover talents within themselves. It was the spark that changed who I was and paved a brighter future for who I can become." —Key Club member from Iowa

"Key Leader has been an aha moment not only for me but also for the students who attend. It gives insight to the Kiwanis mission and the amazing potential our youth have to offer." —Kiwanis Club member from California

"My favorite part of the weekend is watching my students reach their full potential and blossom as leaders. Kiwanis Key Leader changes lives." —Teacher from Indiana

"After her Kiwanis Key Leader weekend, my daughter seems to have a new drive and focus on her future. Being around the positive influence of the Kiwanis group has been an incredible experience for her." —Parent of a Key Leader graduate from Georgia

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