The Kiwanis Club of Fairfield was chartered as one of 7,700 clubs in 80 countries in 1954.

Our Story

On any given day in Fairfield, you might find Kiwanis members sorting fresh produce for local families, serving a home-cooked meal alongside Key Club students at Opportunity House, ringing bells for the Salvation Army during the holidays, or welcoming children and families to Breakfast with Santa. 

What connects all of these moments? The Kiwanis Club of Fairfield.

Since 1954, our club has been made up of neighbors, friends, business professionals, retirees, parents, and community leaders who share a simple belief: when people work together, they can make a lasting difference. For more than seven decades, our members have dedicated their time, talents, and resources to improving the lives of children and families throughout Fairfield and Solano County.

We take pride in rolling up our sleeves and working alongside our community partners to create meaningful change. The funds we raise support projects and programs such as Assist-A-Grad scholarships, the Annual Easter Egg Hunt, End 68 Hours of Hunger, Opportunity House meals, Kiwanis One Day, summer tutoring programs, Salvation Army Bell Ringing, Breakfast with Santa, Produce Pipeline, and many other local initiatives.

Although helping children is at the heart of what we do, we are always ready to lend a hand wherever there is a need. Whether it is supporting local schools, helping families facing difficult circumstances, or partnering with other organizations to strengthen our community, Fairfield Kiwanians are committed to service that makes a difference.

Our members officially gather on the second Thursday of each month at Gordito's Mexican Restaurant in Fairfield. These meetings are filled with friendship, laughter, club business, birthday and anniversary celebrations, community updates, and the occasional good-natured fine imposed by the president to raise a few extra dollars for local projects. More importantly, they are an opportunity for members to connect with one another and strengthen the bonds that make our club feel like family.

Beyond our monthly meetings, our members volunteer throughout the year at community projects and events. Many weekends find Fairfield Kiwanians working side-by-side with students, families, and community partners to support causes that improve the quality of life for local residents.

One of our proudest traditions is our partnership with local youth through Key Club. The Kiwanis Club of Fairfield sponsors Key Clubs at Armijo High School, Fairfield High School, Rodriguez High School, Public Safety Academy, and Early College High School. Through these programs, students develop leadership skills, discover the value of service, and complete countless volunteer projects that benefit the community. Working alongside these young leaders is one of the most rewarding parts of being a Kiwanian.

Our commitment to children extends beyond Fairfield through our support of the Kiwanis Family House in Sacramento. Located next to UC Davis Medical Center, the Family House provides affordable lodging for families whose children are receiving critical medical care. It offers comfort, hope, and a home away from home during some of life's most challenging moments.

Over the years, the Kiwanis Club of Fairfield has built a reputation for hands-on service, community partnership, and unwavering dedication to helping others. 

Today, we continue to honor the vision established by our founding members in 1954. Every scholarship awarded, every meal served, every park cleaned, every child encouraged, and every family supported reflects the values that have guided our club for generations.

We are proud to be part of Kiwanis International, a global organization devoted to improving the world one child and one community at a time. But our greatest pride comes from serving right here at home—working together to make Fairfield a stronger, kinder, and more vibrant community for everyone.

That's what it means to be a Fairfield Kiwanian.