The Capital District Convention is an annual event held by the district board. This event truly encompasses the leadership aspect of CKI as this is where the new district officers are elected. It is also a celebration of the past year as various awards are given out to outstanding clubs and members. As always, there are also large-scale service projects for attendees to participate in.
2023 Convention Information
The 2023 District Convention will be held at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City in Arlington, Virginia, from March 3-5. It will be held in conjunction with the Kiwanis Midyear Conference. As a result, it is the perfect opportunity for CKI members to celebrate their accomplishments and socialize with many of the Kiwanians who support CKI.
Further information can be found in the District Convention Packet
Registration Information
Full Registration Cost: $200 until February 3 (Early Registration Deadline)
$215 until February 17 (Registration Deadline)
Day Pass Registration Cost: $125 until February 3 (Early Registration Deadline)
$140 until February 17 (Registration Deadline)
Day Pass is available to clubs within 40 miles of the Convention location. This includes the following schools: American University, Bowie State University, George Mason University, George Washington University, and the University of Maryland. Day pass does not included lodging.
Registration includes: lodging, Saturday lunch and dinner, Sunday breakfast, and program materials. The total amount will be due at the start of the convention. If you indicated in your registration form that your club is paying for you and you don’t cancel your registration on time they will still be required to pay for you.
To register for the conference, please visit – https://k03.site.kiwanis.org/2023midyear/#registration
Awards
The annual District Convention is a celebration of achievement. Our clubs and members have done amazing things, and this is their time to shine! There are numerous awards available to help recognize outstanding clubs, leaders, and more! Be sure to check out the link to the Awards Applications and apply!
Scholarships
Each year the Capital District of Kiwanis and the Capital District Kiwanis Foundation award matching scholarships to outstanding CKI members. Up to five $1,000 scholarships may be awarded each year. For more information and to apply, see the Awards Application Packet.
Elections
The main purpose of the District Convention is to hold the House of Delegates. This body, composed of representatives from clubs within the district, votes upon changes to the district bylaws and elects the district leaders for the following year. Each club in good standing is entitled to TWO voting delegates. Clubs must submit a Delegate Certification Form prior to the House of Delegates. Anyone interested in running for district office or seeking endorsement for international office should review the Candidacy Packet.
The elected positions are:
- Governor
- Secretary-Treasurer
- Communications Coordinator
- Lt. Governors for each of the 5 Divisions
While the first three positions are open to any member in good standing within the district, the Lt. Governor positions are limited to members within their specific division.