Join Us Every Thursday Morning @ 7:30am
casa Balbina, 620 E North Street, Crown Point, IN 46307
The members of Kiwanis Clubs seek to provide assistance to the young and the elderly, create international understanding and goodwill, help develop community facilities, support agriculture and conservation, and mount programs to safeguard against crime and eliminate alcohol / drug abuse.
PROGRAMS & ORGANIZATIONS SUPPORTED
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Riley’s Childrens Hospital
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Merrillville K-9 Association
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03
Marine Corps League
Howlin Mad Det 93
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04
NWI Food Bank
We support and work with the NWI Food Bank to provide for those who may need it. Click on the logo to check them out.
05
Honor Flight Chicago
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Feed the Flock
Provides a meal to the Community every Saturday at the First Presbyterian Church of Merrillville. 7898 Taft St. 11:30a to 1:30p ALL are welcome to eat and visit.
Casa Balbina, Crown Point
Casa Balbina has hosted the Crossroads Kiwanis Club for over a year. Obed Ruiz, owner, is huge supporter of our club. Nicole has been our effervescent server each and every week without fail. Casa Balbina is a local business that gives back to the community much the same way as Crossroads Kiwanis. We love forming relationships with local businesses that have values aligned with our own..
Come and Experience Our Unforgettable Cuisine
Experience authentic Mexican food at cantina. Enjoy a delicious menu of classic and modern dishes, prepared with the freshest ingredients.
Kiwanis International Numbers
438,087
The number of Kiwanis family members around the world
7,300,000+
Service hours performed by the Kiwanis family each year
106
The average number of kids each Kiwanian reaches
$1,600,000
Granted by the Kiwanis Children’s Fund in 2023
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Merrillville Parks Department truly appreciates the generosity and impact Crossroads Kiwanis has had on the community!! They set a wonderful example to children about gicing back to the community.
Tarrance Price
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Past Director, Merrillville Parks Dept
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✓ Community Service
✓ Enriching Children
✓ Supportinmg First Responders
✓ Supporting Veterans
✓ Making Tomorrow Better, Today
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be a member to come to a meeting?
No, you do not need to be a member to join us. ALL are welcome! Please drop in on us, this is your open invite.
Can I make a presentation on behalf of my organization?
We LOVE to have speakers. Do you have an interesting topic? Do you want to bring awareness of your borganization and what you do? Do you just want to share an interesting story or adventure? Please, let us know and we will schedule a time for you! Don’t be shy. Sign up now!
Does Crossroads Kiwanis partner with other groups to help the community?
ABSOLUTELY Success is rarely achieved alone in a vacuum. Our club is always scouting for opportunities to work with other organizations. In the past, we have teamed up with the Merrillville Lions Club and also The Congregations of Merrillville to bring good to the community.
Can I donate money to your Kiwanis Club?
Yes!! You can donate here. We accept most forms of electronic payment. You can honor a person or business or offer a memorial.
Who can be a Member?
Anyone 18+ can join our club. Businesses are welcome to have a Corporate Membership which allows flexibility in who attends from the business.
Are there membership dues / fees??
Yes. Memberships – whether personal or corporate – dues are $150 per year. Crossroads Kiwanis offers new members their first year at 50% off or $75. Not all Kiwanis Clubs offer this. Most business will cover the cost of an employee to be a member because the membership dues are tax deductible.