Ames Golden K Kiwanis recently presented a check for $800 in support of Ames Good Neighbor Emergency Assistance. As explained by Charlie Weber, GNEA, through the generosity of partner organizations, as well as funds received from various grants, offers Healthy Food Vouchers, Gas Vouchers, and Emergency Rent and Utility assistance to those in need.   Pictured left to right, Golden K member Willis Fiscus, GNEA Board Chair Charlie Weber, GNEA Director Lori Allen, and Golden K’s Craig Ause.

Teen Maze, an experiential learning event that delivers powerful information to 7th grade students in Story, Boone and Greene Counties, will be held Monday, April 1- Friday, April 5 at the Boone County Fairground Community Building.  This event is a “Signature Project” for Ames Golden K and Kiwanis clubs throughout the 3 county area.  Four specific areas are addressed as the 7th graders navigate thru a life size Maze. 1. Health and Wellness, 2.Relationships, 3. Mental Health, and 4. Life Skills.    In addition to Golden K volunteers partnering with YSS to help with the logistics involved with successfully guaranteeing a meaningful experience for over 1200 7th graders expected this year, Golden K presented a $1,000 check to YSS on March 14 in support of Teen Maze.  Pictured, left to right, Golden K member Bill Shrum, YSS representatives Amy Kennel, Julie Hall, Felicia Watkins, and Golden K member Wayne Hagemoser.