DOVER — Kiwanis Club of Greater Dover was officially charted on August 31, 2023. The new club recently held its installation of officers and members at Tequila 55. The Kiwanis Club of Greater Dover was sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Greater Rockaway.
Distinguished guests, community leaders, and supporters gathered to witness the birth of a new chapter in Dover’s history. The installation ceremony began with a reciting of the “Six Objectives of Kiwanis”, as each member pledged their allegiance to the principles of Kiwanis and the betterment of their community.
- To give primacy to the human and spiritual rather than to the material values of life.
- To encourage the daily living of the Golden Rule in all human relationships.
- To promote the adoption and the application of higher social, business, and professional standards.
- To develop, by precept and example, a more intelligent, aggressive, and serviceable citizenship.
- To provide, through Kiwanis clubs, a practical means to form enduring friendships, to render altruistic service, and build better communities.
- To cooperate in creating and maintaining sound public opinion and high idealism which makes possible the increase of righteousness, justice, patriotism, and goodwill.
Founded in 1915, the Kiwanis Club is an organization with members from all walks of life with several very important qualities in common – the willingness to become involved, the desire to help others, and the commitment to make a difference in the community.
In a momentous occasion attended by Kiwanis Officials, including NJ District Kiwanis Governor Howard Gordon, Kiwanis Club of Greater Dover President Sergio Rodriguez, NJ District Kiwanis Governor-Elect Martin Slezak, and Lt. Governor Frank Cahill, the Kiwanis Club of Greater Dover’s journey reached an exciting milestone. Amidst a gathering filled with anticipation and camaraderie, Lt. Governor Cahill stepped forward, bearing the weight of history in his hands—the official charter of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Dover.
With a sense of solemnity and pride, Lt. Governor Cahill presented the charter to President Sergio Rodriguez, symbolizing not just the birth of a club but the embodiment of a community’s shared vision and commitment to service.
In that moment, as the charter found its rightful place among the club’s cherished possessions, it marked not just the beginning of a new chapter, but the continuation of a legacy—a legacy of service, friendship, and the unwavering pursuit of making a positive impact in the Dover area. With the charter as their guide, the members of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Dover stood ready to embark on a journey filled with promise, knowing that their efforts would leave a lasting imprint on the community they proudly served.
Led by President Sergio Rodriguez, the incoming officers took their oath of office, pledging to uphold the principles of Kiwanis and to lead with integrity and compassion. Each member of the executive board stood ready to fulfill their roles, driven by a common goal: to make a positive difference in the lives of those they served.
As the ceremony progressed, the installation of members followed, with each individual welcomed into the Kiwanis family with open arms and warm applause. From seasoned volunteers to eager newcomers, each member will bring their unique talents and perspectives, united by a shared passion for service and a commitment to building a better community.
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Kellie Doucette, District Director, Office of Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill, presents Lt. Governor Frank Cahill and President Sergio Rodriguez with a certificate acknowledging the remarkable achievements of the members of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Dover.
