Blog, Kiwanis Club of Montclair

Our club is a nonprofit volunteer organization that rechartered in 2019. Our members are unified in the belief that the children and the community benefit from the efforts of caring and committed volunteers. And as you can see we have fun along the way!

November 2024

October 2024

The club along with the Commonwealth Club & with the support of the Township of Montclair is hosting our 2nd Blood Drive at the Commonwealth Club, 26 Northview Ave, Montclair, NJ 07043 on April 25th.

Update… We collected 42 pints of Blood. Thank you to all who supported this Drive.

September- December 2024

SHOE DRIVE BEGINS

It’s Back to School and our Shoe Drive has kicked off once again! Funds raised from this drive towards our graduating students scholarships awarded in June 2025. Drop sneakers, cleats(no metal), work boots & hiking boots off at our partners listed below and many of the local schools.

Follow QR code above for full list including school drop off sites:-

Back to School part 2

The club coordinates & helps Laptop Upcycle with laptop gives to students heading back to school at community event in Glenfield park, Montclair.

August 2024

It’s Back to School Drive time at the Human Needs Food Pantry here in Montclair!

The club supported this local school supplies drive again this year with a delivery of 144 backpacks, 100 scissors, 120 erasers, 100 writing notebooks & 100 packs of coloring pencils. Shown here are Anuraj Bismal, Rich Stanton, Ted Graham, & Daisy!

July 2024

Our club is keeping busy this July with gathering summer camp supplies to support Toni’s Kitchen Summer Love program. Swimmies, goggles, sun lotion, bandaids, diapers, snacks & other camp must haves!

Our club kept busy gathering supplies for local summer camps via Toni’s Kitchen, assisting Laptop Upcycle with ‘gives’ to students as needed & gathering supplies for ‘Back to School Drive’ at Human Needs Food Pantry

June 2024

Kiwanis Grad Cookout w/ Project Graduation

The Montclair High School Class of 2024 had much to celebrate, and Kiwanis of Montclair ensured the festivities started on a high note with our annual cookout. This cherished event, now in its third year under Kiwanis’ organization, brought together graduates, families, faculty and the community for a delightful evening on Midland Avenue. On the lawn of neighbors Tom & Rose, feeding nearly 500 seniors, caregivers, bus drivers, police officers and guests is no small feat. The event saw generous contributions from local businesses and community members. Pomptonian, Montclair High’s food service vendor, Silantro Lime, a popular local Mexican food truck and ShopRite of Bloomfield donated delicious food items. This year’s celebration was marked by sweltering temperatures, with the mercury hitting the 90s. Despite the heat, the graduates spirits remained high as they soaked in every moment of their special day. As the sun set and the cookout came to a close, the graduates embarked on their secret adventure, a hallmark of Montclair High’s Project Graduation.

The success of the 2024 Kiwanis cookout is a testament to the strong community spirit of Montclair. here’s to the Class of 2024 and the bright futures that await them!

Kiwanis w/ Project Graduation

Our Cookout is happening again this year, June 20th after MHS Class of 2024 students graduate!

Kiwanis with Laptop Upcycle

Deb and Ann had a good time at Laptop Upcycle volunteering with their Give/Get program. What a wonderful program! And we look forward to many more sessions.

Kiwanis at MHS Awards Ceremony

A wonderful evening celebrating Montclair High School seniors, Class of 2024. Patrice & Ann presented the Kiwanis Club of Montclair Peter Ebling Memorial Scholarship award at the awards ceremony in the Amphitheater! The award honors students whose community service and leadership has been exemplary while earning success in the classroom.

Congratulations Lauren & Gbemisola!

Kiwanis Musical Soiree Fundraiser

Montclair Kiwanis is absolutely thrilled to invite you to join us for an evening of music with Ally & Lexi as we present a musical soiree upstairs at Porta, 499 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042 on Friday June 14th, starting at 7:00 pm and ending at 10:00 pm.

Funds raised from this evening will be used to support our clubs scholarships, sponsorship programs, back to school supplies & food drives that serve our community.

Our event features in MONTCLAIR LOCAL

May 2024

Proud Sponsors of Safety Around Water Week at The YMCA

The Kiwanis Club of Montclair is proud to partner with our local YMCA as a sponsor to encourage more children and adults to learn about their safety around water as we edge closer to Beach & Pool season! Share this opportunity so everyone can explore the irresistible joys of pools, lakes, oceans & streams with a better awareness of skills needed to swim safely.

As a club we decided to partner with The YMCA of Montclair’s Safety Around Water program. Funds raised by our club throughout the year so far allowed us to participate as a sponsor in this wonderful life skills program to benefit 100 children in our community so they can explore pools, lakes oceans & streams with confidence and safety. Water is an irresistible draw for children of all ages especially as we fast approach Beach Season!

Deb New of Kiwanis hands our sponsor check to Anneke Demarest of The YMCA, Montclair.

April 2024

The club along with the Commonwealth Club & with the support of the Township of Montclair hosted a successful Blood Drive at the Commonwealth Club, 26 Northview Ave, Montclair, NJ 07043 on April 25th.

We collected 45 pints! Thank yo to all taking time out of your day to support us. Tom King seen here donating in costume!

February 2024

Remembering Peter Ebling, February 17th

Peter served as the secretary of our club for the past few years and was an invaluable member. We hope to honor Peter and continue service to the community as he has for many years. He will be greatly missed.

“Beloved father, grandfather, teacher, and volunteer, Peter Woodman Ebling, affectionately known by his children as “Dubs”, passed away peacefully on February 6th at the age of 79. Mr. Ebling’s inspiring life began on November 28, 1944 in Summit, NJ son of Ruth and Will. He grew up in East Hartford, CT and also Cotuit, MA. While in Cape Cod, Mr. Ebling loved to sail and attend Cotuit Kettlers games with his brother David, sisters Laura and Susie, his cousins John, Judy and Barbara Murray, and his neighbors Jody, Kerry, Bunker, Dake and Mary. Cotuit held a special place in Mr. Ebling’s legacy and memories.

Mr. Ebling attended Hobart College from 1962-66. He would remember these days as the most fun that he had in his life. He was a humanitarian who lived his life spreading knowledge, wisdom, and love. During his twenties Mr. Ebling spent two years living in the “Truk District” of Micronesia where he “taught school and built a school to teach in. I also worked in a lot of community development projects and a health program, but mostly I fished.”

Following his experience in the Peace Corps, Mr. Ebling began his illustrious teaching career that spanned over four decades. Most notably, Mr. Ebling taught at Montclair Kimberley Academy where he was renowned for his academic rigor and high standards established for himself and students alike. He also coached soccer, basketball, and tennis. Mr. Ebling’s strong personality positively influenced countless students throughout his career.

In the latter years of his life, “Dubs” immersed himself into serving the Essex County community, which he loved so much. He was secretary for the Montclair, Clifton, Bloomfield, and Glen Ridge Kiwanis Clubs. The Kiwanians provided fellowship and purpose for Mr. Ebling as he continued to spread positivity through initiatives such as food distribution, clothing drives, and preparing for the annual Memorial Day picnic. Mr. Ebling was awarded the George F. Hixon Fellowship, signifying the highest honor given in the Kiwanis Club. He was a special person who dedicated his life to service, teaching, and above all spreading values and lessons that will be cherished by those who were in his presence. Mr. Ebling was a passionate New York Giants fan and he was happy to see his beloved team beat the Eagles in his last game.

Mr. Ebling is survived by his children Matthew, Kira, and Peter and his grandson Jackson. A service will be held at The Old Canal Inn, 2 East Passaic Avenue, Nutley, NJ on February 17 at 1 PM. Please join us to celebrate an incredible person. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Democratic Party or your local Kiwanis club.”

Please note we are a 501(c)(4) at this point in time.

Trivia Night at Glen Ridge Club

On February 8th a number of us joined forces and participated in the first Trivia Night Fundraiser hosted by Glen Ridge Kiwanis

January 2024

Club Meeting at the Firehouse on Pine Street, Montclair.

Essentials Drive at ShopRite, Brookdale.

Thank you to all who came out in the bitter cold and supported our Essentials Drive, Sunday January 21, 2024 at ShopRite. We collected a great amount of much needed everyday items to share with local community providers. Thank you!

On Sunday, Jan. 21 the Kiwanis Club of Montclair will be at the Brookdale ShopRite, 1409 Broad St. to collect donations between 10am – 2pm.

December 2023

Wonderful gathering for our Holiday night Out @ Egan’s

What a wonderful evening it was indeed! A cozy clubby cafe experience!

More Info on Vanguard Theater

November 2023

Thank You!

Such generous community partners we have in Montclair!

And that’s a wrap! Shoe Drive 2023 has reached a final count of 755 pairs of shoes!

October 2023

We have surpassed our goal of 700 pairs collected!

Thank you!

Our outreach is in the news!

Visit article Here

October In Person meeting, on the porch enjoying the last of the summer wine!!

August 2023

YMCA, Geyer Family Branch

When the YMCA needed help in assembling furniture it recently bought for the Geyer Family Branch, to whom did it turn? The go-to, hands-on club in town. the Kiwanis Club of Montclair.

August 1

Kiwanis joined National Night Out, Montclair.

Ed, Lynne & Anuraj. Patrice & Ann missed the photo op!

July 2023

Kiwanis supports Human Needs Food Pantry Back to School Drive

Pictured here are members of the Kiwanis Club of Montclair. Peter Ebling, Ann Bismal, Richard Stanton and Ted Graham along with our Director from the Human Needs Food Pantry. They came today to drop off a donation of 75 school backpacks and 100 pairs of scissors they collected for us for the upcoming school year. The Montclair Kiwanis re-chartered several years ago and have 19 members but are seeking more people to join their organization which focuses on helping children. 
THANK YOU Kiwanis for this donation and for all you do!! 

— with Kiwanis Club of Montclair, New Jersey.

PASE Key Club at Passaic River Makes A Splash 2023!

PASE Key Club president & vice president with their Kiwanis liaison leader Ted Grahame, sharing games & flyers they created to help their community explore ways to help the local ecosystem adapt to climate change. Read more here on the website they helped develop. PASE Key Club leaders working with a local park ranger identifying trees using a dichotomous key created with the ranger.

Montclairs Fourth Celebration!

Kiwanis of Montclair joined the parade this year.

June 2023

MHS Graduation Cook-Out in full swing on a warm summers evening.

The graduates and guests enjoyed our cookout of hotdogs and quesadillas before jumping on the buses to head out on a night to remember as they celebrated their last time together as a class. MHS Graduates 2023 celebrate! The Cookout for Class of 2023 is a fun way to celebrate for the Graduates of MHS before heading off on the bus tour of town and onto the secret party event organized by Project Graduation. Good luck to this years group of students!

Award ceremony for Class of 2023 at Montclair High School

Our two scholars received their scholarships of $1,000 each from our

President Rich Stanton at the MHS Scholarship Awards ceremony June 2023.

May 2023

At our May meeting we added another high school to our club sponsorships.

Montclair Kiwanis sponsors the Key Club at Passaic Academy of Science and Engineering (PASE):
L. to R. President Rich Stanton, PASE Key Club faculty advisor Sofia Lowenstein,

Kiwanis advisor to PASE Key Club Ted Graham, President-elect Patrice Noyes.

Distinguished Club Award

Montclair Club receives its distinguished club award from former Kiwanis Governor Dean Konner.

Kiwanis joined the AAPI 2nd Lantern Festival celebration.

L to R :- Ted Graham, Patrice Noyes, Ann Bismal, Peter Ebling.

What a wonderful evening festival for Justice and Rememberance.

February 2023

In February we partnered with another local non-profit in our community.

October 2022

Our shoe drive which funds our MHS graduates scholarships was collected during the month of September & early October at many points within the town before being boxed for shipping.

L to R :- Ted Graham, Tony Allen, Peter Ebling.

September 2022

Kiwanis 2nd Car seat Safety Program

August 2022

Kiwanis Club of Montclair joined National Night Out

Members of Kiwanis Club of Montclair at National Night Out
on August 2, 2022.
(KATE ALBRIGHT / FOR MONTCLAIR LOCAL)

June 2022

Reviving an old tradition of feeding the hungry Graduates of Montclair High School following graduation & before jumping on the bus to celebrate at the secret location planned by Project Graduation.

April 2022

During the month of April we held a drive to collect hygiene & diapers for both Toni’s Kitchen & Human Needs Food Pantryin our community of Montclair.

A drop off to Human Need Food Pantry on Label Street in Montclair.

March 2022

Kiwanis work helping families & seniors during the Covid pandemic.

October 2021

June 2021

Car Seat Safety Drive at MHS Circle

April 2021

Kiwanis Club joined the Canterbury Park Clean Up on Earth Day.

Patrice Noyes cleaning the stream in Canterbury Park.

KATE ALBRIGHT / FOR MONTCLAIR LOCAL

Familes work to clean the stream at Canterbury Park, April 24, 2021.

More from 2021/2022

Helping out Toni’s Kitchen food deliveries during the pandemic years to those at home.

Anuraj Bismal

Rich Stanton & June Raegner

2020

During Covid 19 Kiwanis Club of Montclair worked with the Mayor’s Covid 19 task Force on a committee to build a list of Non-Profits in the town of Montclair. Available Here.

October 2019

Kiwanis Food Drive

August 2019

Members at National Night Out, Montclair.

June 2019

Re-Chartering Ceremony for the Kiwanis of Club of Montclair

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