Ferris State University’s chapter of Circle K International formally donated a check
worth $666.30 to the Mecosta County Parks Commission on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
The donation was presented by Amber Cumings, club president, and Ron Kanitz, club Kiwanis adviser, as a thank you and a token of appreciation for the general work of the commission and its continued support of Circle K International. The commission has allowed Circle K members to have access to the Paris Fish Hatchery for more than a decade as a location for a haunted house. The haunted house raises money for Circle K projects throughout the year.
Circle K International is a service organization for college students that was formed
by Kiwanis International. The group primarily focuses on assisting local children
and families in need. Ferris’ chapter was established in 2000 and has since worked
with the Department of Human Services for local foster children, Wigs for Kids, Children
with Hair Loss, Angel Tree and other organizations. Circle K fundraises for the Eliminate
project, which focuses on the prevention of tetanus through prenatal vaccines. The
chapter has been awarded five-star campus organization status and received recognition
for its position among the top service organizations on campus.
CAPTION: Pictured (left to right) are Circle K Club President Amber Cumings, Mecosta County Parks Commission Superintendent Gary Rasmussen and club Kiwanis adviser Ron Kanitz.