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ICON 2026
Carolinas District Tour Dates: June 28–July 6, 2026
ICON Dates: July 1-5, 2026
Location: Hilton Anatole — Dallas, Texas
International Convention, often referred to as ICON, is the LARGEST event on the Key Club International calendar! Each year, Key Club members from around the world gather to connect, learn, and celebrate service. The convention features leadership workshops, inspiring speakers, and the Key Club International elections, where members help shape the future of the organization.
The Carolinas District International Convention Tour gives members the opportunity to experience an unforgettable trip through the American South with fellow Key Clubbers from across the district. The 2026 tour will travel to Dallas, Texas, where attendees will take part in the International Convention and represent the Carolinas District on the international stage.
Throughout the tour, members will stop at incredible attractions including Six Flags Over Georgia, the Dallas World Aquarium, The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, the George W. Bush Presidential Library, and the historic Fort Worth Stockyards. After the convention concludes, the group will also stop in Memphis, Tennessee for a Mississippi River cruise, Memphis BBQ, and live jazz entertainment.
This experience is a unique opportunity for members to grow as leaders, make lifelong friendships, and bring new ideas and inspiration back to their home clubs! To learn more, please visit the ICON 2026 page. Hope to see you there!
DCON 2026 - RECAP
DCON 2026 was an energizing, impactful experience that set the tone for the upcoming year! With over 200 members in attendance, attendees engaged in insightful workshops, exciting networking experiences, and empowering leadership opportunities. Voting delegates attended Saturday’s House of Delegates session and voted on the 2026-2027 executive board after hearing each candidate’s vision for the District.
Held at the Charlotte Hilton University Place hotel, surrounded by shopping, restaurants, and coffee spots within walking distance, attendees also had free time to explore the beautiful Boardwalk area and make memories with fellow Carolinas Key Club members. Guest speakers ranged from former Carolinas Key Club governors to Circle K International leaders to an award-winning country singer! Throughout the various activities offered, district convention attendees gained full immersion into our “Saddle Up for Service” Western theme.
Fall Rally 2025 - Recap
Fall Rally 2025 was absolutely unforgettable! Members from across North and South Carolina came together at Carowinds for a day full of fun, learning, and connection. With nearly 900 Carolinas District Key Clubbers in attendance, the energy was incredible!
Attendees enjoyed engaging booths, inspiring guest speakers, and thrilling rollercoasters, all while celebrating the spirit of service and leadership that makes Key Club so special. From start to finish, it was a day filled with laughter, learning, and memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you to all who attended!
New Club officer Information Needed!
Message from your District Secretary
Dear Carolinas Key Clubs,
As your club officers get elected, it is imperative that we have as up-to-date contact information as possible. In order to ensure that we are able to share information with as many members as possible, we need your help. If your club held 2026-2027 club officer elections prior to schools being let out, please complete and submit this form: http://www.carolinaskeyclub.org/officerinfo. If you have not yet elected new officers, do not fret! We understand that towards the end of the school year, a lot of exciting events are occurring. However, we do encourage that you hold club elections as soon as possible. If your club elections will not be held before the 2025-2026 school year comes to a close, please attempt to give your Lieutenant Governor an estimate of when you plan to hold elections and be sure to fill out the form as soon as possible! We are looking forward to working with you this year. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at: secretary2627@carolinaskeyclub.org.
Yours in Service,
Natalia
Key Club Dues & Kiwanis Engage
All members of Key Club International are required to pay annual dues in order to remain active. For clubs in the Carolinas District, the total dues amount is $16.50 per member:
$10.00 goes to Key Club International
$6.50 stays within the Carolinas District to support district programs and events
These dues are submitted through your club advisor, who is responsible for updating your club’s roster and submitting payments using Kiwanis Engage—the new online platform that has replaced the old Membership Update Center (MUC).
Dues Deadlines:
Early Bird Deadline: November 1
Final Deadline: December 1
Absolute Deadline: February 1
Clubs that do not submit dues by February 1 risk suspension or even loss of their charter.
More detailed information, including instructions for logging into Kiwanis Engage and submitting dues, can be found on the Carolinas District website under Resources > Dues.
Trouble With the Transition? Here’s What You Need to Know
Kiwanis International recently launched Kiwanis Engage as the new system for dues submission and roster management. While this new platform will ultimately offer better functionality and a modernized experience, the transition has come with some challenges.
What’s Been Happening:
Many users have reported login issues when trying to access the Engage platform for the first time.
All advisors must use the "Forgot Password" feature the first time they attempt to log in. If you don’t receive a reset email, contact Member Services at memberservices@kiwanis.org to have your email properly linked.
There have been ongoing technical issues with Engage, and some features like adding new members may not be fully functional until mid-to-late September.
If you have additional questions, feel free to reach out to:
District Treasurer Jadan Rounds – treasurer2627@carolinaskeyclub.org
District Administrator J. Scott Johnson – jscottjohnson@carolinaskeyclub.org
Now Available: 2025 Summer Edition of the Carolinas Blueprint!
The 2025 Summer Edition of the Carolinas Blueprint is now available here! This issue recaps the highlights of the summer months and provides key updates to help your club gear up for the new service year. Inside, you'll find important District news, upcoming events, ways to get involved and so much more!
Have questions? Reach out to District Editor Niam Kathrotia at editor2627@carolinaskeyclub.org.
2026-2027 Carolinas DIstrict Executive officers
We are pleased to announce that the following are the 2026-2027 Carolinas Key Club District executive officers:
Governor: Malachi Connelly
Please click here to learn more about the governor.
You can email the governor at gov2627@carolinaskeyclub.org.
Secretary: Natalia Prince
Please click here to learn more about the secretary.
You can email the secretary at secretary2627@carolinaskeyclub.org.
Treasurer: Jadan Rounds
Please click here to learn more about the treasurer.
You can email the treasurer at treasurer2627@carolinaskeyclub.org.
Editor: Niam Kathrotia
Please click here to learn more about the editor.
You can email the editor at editor2627@carolinaskeyclub.org.
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