Recognizing the Kiwanis Club of Winter Haven

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Mr. WEBSTER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to recognize
the Kiwanis Club of Winter Haven, Florida as they celebrate their 80th
anniversary on April 6, 2015.
With the assistance of the Bartow and Lake Wales Clubs, the Kiwanis
Club of Winter Haven was chartered on April 6, 1935. Since its
founding, the Club has provided educational, community-building and
recreational opportunities for Central Florida's youth. In 1942, Camp
Kegan was established on the shore of Lake Josephine. Over the years,
Camp Kegan has been a destination for Scouts, youth programs and
underprivileged children. The Club also established a recreation center
on Lake Maude, which has since been deeded to the city.
In the spirit of providing educational opportunities for our
community's students, the Kiwanis Club of Winter Haven supports a
Student Loan Fund and the Southern Scholarship Foundation of
Tallahassee to help make college more affordable. The Club's members
also coach little league teams, partner with children in foster care,
promote youth agricultural projects and support Key Clubs in local high
schools.
I am thankful for the Kiwanis members of Winter Haven for their
tremendous contributions to our community. The future of our nation is
in the hands of our youth, and the Kiwanis members' investment in them
cannot be over appreciated.

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