Kin Service“Serving the community’s greatest need”

What is “Service”?Service is the occupation or function of serving; the work performed by one that

serves; contributions to the welfare of others; a helpful act.

The Kin Service umbrella covers the

following service projects:

- Cystic Fibrosis Canada

- Kin Canada Bursaries (HREF)

- Disaster Relief

- Kin Organ Donor Awareness Campaign

- National Day of Kindness

- Canadian Blood Services

- Other Community Projects/District CausesDistrict 4 - STARS

Cystic Fibrosis Canada is an internationally recognized leader in the fight against this devastating disease and has been the driving force behind cystic fibrosis (CF) research, clinical care and advocacy advancements.

Since 1973 when District 4 joined the fight, we have contributed over $6 million of the total $42 million raised by Kin in 51 years.

Cystic Fibrosis Canada invests more in life-saving research and clinical care than any other non-governmental agency in Canada. In 2015, we will invest over $7.5 million into the following initiatives.

Donor Dollars at Work

Cystic Fibrosis Canada is proud to fund scientists who are searching for a cure and better understanding of the disease. These researchers are committed to discovering new therapies and interventions to improve the health and well-being of patients.

Cystic Fibrosis Canada supports high quality care for people with cystic fibrosis at 42 clinics across the country. Specialized care includes testing lung function and capacity, monitoring weight and diets, and prescribing medication.

Cystic Fibrosis Canada is raising the voice of and enhancing the quality of life for Canadians with cystic fibrosis by supporting advocacy initiatives for universal newborn screening and access to life-changing medication. 

Research Clinical Care Advocacy

- As of 2013, the median age of survival is 50.9 years of age in Canada. (In 1964, children were not expected to live past the age of 4)

- Kalydeco - New Drug (the FIRST drug) to treat the underlying causes of CF instead of only the symptoms.

- Provincial newborn screening programs (as of April) All provinces (except Quebec) screen newborns for CF

Have you heard?

2014/2015Kin Canada raised over $1.2 MillionDistrict 4 raised $213,187

1 in 25 Canadians carry the gene responsible for

cystic fibrosis

1 in 3,600 Canadian children are

born with cystic fibrosis

Cystic Fibrosis Canada would not be making the difference in CF patients

quality of life and length of their lives

if not for OUR - Kin Canada’s continued commitment to fund the research.

With Our generous support, Cystic Fibrosis Canada will continue to fund ground-breaking

research, and will ensure the highest standards of

clinical care for Canadians living with cystic fibrosis.

Thank You

Kin-ODACORGAN DONOR AWARENESS CAMPAIGN The Kin-ODAC was adopted in 2001 as Kin’s first National Public Awareness Project. Andrew Hatfield, a St. John's East Kin Kid, was born with a complex congenital heart disease. Andrew died waiting for a heart transplant, but his dream of Kin helping other transplant hopefuls became Kin-ODAC.

Kin-ODAC is a natural extension of our partnership with Cystic Fibrosis Canada because most people with cystic fibrosis eventually need a lung transplant to live.

Only 15 out of every 1,000,000 Canadians are organ donors. Canada's organ donation rate ranks in the bottom half of countries in the western world where

transplants are performed.

Canadian Blood Services (CBS) has joined forces with Kin Canada!

Kin Canada is a National Partner for Life with Canadian Blood Services. This partnership helps to fulfil a huge national need: Did you know that more than 80,000 first-time blood donors are needed this year to meet hospital demand? Imagine how Kin members can help decrease that number together!

2015 Pledge: at least 500 blood donations nationally

Mid-year Results: 245 donations = 49% of our goal 18 first-time donors

We need more members and clubs to roll up their sleeves and help reach our goal!

Kin Canada District 4 Partner ID Number KINC110253

• Kin Canada has a long history of supporting the blood system through providing volunteer support at local donor clinics.

• Kin Canada members are dedicated to community service and drawn to helping others. Giving blood and saving lives is one of the most selfless ways to contribute to community.

• There is a strong fit between Kin Canada values and the Partners for Life program.

• Provides an unique, non-financial way for members to contribute to the community, volunteer and fulfill service goals.

Benefits of a National Partnership

Benefits of a National Partnership

• Complements Kin Canada’s long-standing partnership with Cystic Fibrosis– Many Canadians with Cystic Fibrosis will eventually need a lung

transplant, and may need blood products in conjunction with their transplant.

• Aligns with Kin efforts to raise awareness of organ donation– Hospital patients who receive an organ transplant often require blood

products. There is a natural link to raise awareness of blood donation in conjunction with your efforts to educate Canadians about organ donation.

• Great opportunity for Post-Secondary Campus Clubs, since Canadian Blood Services holds clinics and donor recruitment events on many campuses

Ideas of How Your Club Can Help • Organize activities that raise awareness about the need for

blood and new blood donors. For example, invite Canadian Blood Services guest speakers to District / Club meetings or large events.

• Plan a group donation for members, family and friends to donate together at the local clinic. “Adopt a day” at the local clinic where you commit to recruit donors to fill a set number of appointments.

• Provide volunteer support for a clinic. • Plan a “What’s Your Type” event. 24 Kin members were typed

at National Convention, now you can be too.Your club would be paired with a Canadian Blood Services staff member to help plan your involvement.

Also, your D4 CBS Champions are here to help:

Penny Lees-Smith, Angela Jenkins and Cameron Kemp

Register for Partners for Life• www.blood.ca/joinpartnersforlife • You can also request a form at the clinic• One-time registration: once registered, your

past and future donations automatically count towards our goal

• Invite your family and friends to join the team

Find your nearest clinic and book an appointment to donate

• Visit www.blood.ca• Download GiveBlood App• Call 1 888 2 DONATE – 24/7

Kin Canada District 4 Partner ID Number KINC110253

If a single donor can save lives, imagine what Kin Canada can do as a team.And District 4 will of course ROCK it!

Put your wallet away and roll up your sleeve.Blood, it is in you to give.

Kin Canada District 4 Partner ID Number KINC110253

Kin Canada Bursaries is a program of the Hal Rogers Endowment Fund supported by Kinsmen, Kinette and Kin clubs, and public donations, across the country. Each year, $1,000 bursaries are awarded to successful Canadian applicants who are pursuing post-secondary education at a recognized university, community college, technical institute and other schools for advanced education

Kin Canada established the Hal Rogers Endowment Fund in memory of Hal Rogers, Kin Canada's founder who passed away in 1994. The HREF Board of Trustees carry out the Fund's purpose to promote, encourage and sponsor educational programs and activities.

Kin Canada clubs are encouraged to spread the word about our bursary program to their local schools. The Hal Rogers Endowment Fund depends on donations from Kin, Kinsmen and Kinette Clubs, as well as individuals. The number of bursaries awarded each year depends on the Fund’s balance.

An Educational Legacy – Kin Canada Bursaries

The Preferred Bursary Program allows any club that donates $2,500 in a single year to qualify for a

Preferred Bursary the following year. The club is allowed to submit one extra application in addition to their regular submission.

Consider funding for Kin Canada Bursaries at $5000 in 2015 2016 year. Your club will be able to make 3 submissions of candidates, 2 of which would be preferred submissions.

Thank you for your donations!

District 4 clubs recognized$2,500 Level: Lacombe Kinsmen Club

$5,000 Level: Innisfail Kinette Club

$10,000 Level: Fort McMurray Kinette Club

$25,000 Level: Fort Edmonton Kin Club

Congratulations!

Clubs who have reached the $10,000, $25,000 and $50,000 levels will have their name listed on a donor plaque which is displayed at National Headquarters

Great for Your Club• National recognition of commitment to education for young people• Especially relevant with Kin Campus Clubs• Bursary recipients are excellent ambassadors to fellow students• Preferred bursaries allow for more applications from the club and

increase likelihood of success.• Rejuvenation of club membership; re-investment in future

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTINGCANADIAN STUDENTS

Disaster ReliefDISASTER RELIEF FUNDThe Disaster Relief Fund provides short-term immediate financial assistance to both national and international areas declared a disaster area.

If you would like to make a general donation to this fund, please make your cheque payable to National Disaster Relief Fund – Send to Kin Canada HQ. If you want your donation to be put to a specific cause, indicate the name of the disaster on the memo line of your cheque.

$10,000 for tornado relief - 2011 – Goderich, Ontario

February 2010$52,900 for Haiti earthquake reliefThe donation to the Canadian Red Cross included $42,900 raised by Kinsmen, Kinette and Kin clubs and $10,000 from Kin Canada. In addition, the Canadian federal government matched the collective Kin Canada donation dollar for dollar.

What better way to celebrate our founder than to serve your community and possibly recruit a few new members?

This national project is a great way to connect directly with members of your community.The acts can be anything from buying a coffee for someone, visiting a seniors’ residence, reading to school children or helping someone with their groceries.

See FLC Bulletin and Kin Canada website for more ideas.

If your club would like to take part and receive a kit, please look for the online order form by the end of November. www.kincanada.ca

National Day of KINdness

Service & Membership“What’s the relationship?”

Many people get involved, and stay involved in Kin because of the service aspect; so why not use service projects as a recruitment tool!

First experience with Kin does not have to be a meeting

Online Reporting- Why?On the Kin Canada website we are tracking Service dollars and hours throughout the year, showcasing an accurate representation of what our clubs are doing.

Once there is a good representation of the clubs reporting online we will be able to create an online project database. This will be a place where clubs can submit projects, search project ideas, and store project details and pictures.

Reporting your projects online will help reduce the year end paperwork the club has to do.  By reporting the project right after it is completed it will be filled at National and then there is no need to fill out the service dollars and hours section of the year end reporting form. It provides a more accurate indication of what we are doing as Kin members in our community

Contact ME – Angela Jenkins - your Service Director, if you have any questions.

This form is available in the Member Centre (no password necessary) . www.kincanada.ca