Kiwanis Club of Greater South Cobb began in 2014 and originally met at the Threadmill Mall. The club later moved to Victory International Center, 5228 Brookwood Drive Mableton, GA 30126, back to the Threadmill Mall and now meets at noon at O’ Charley’s on the second Tuesday of the month and online via Zoom at noon on the fourth Tuesday of the month. 

Initially sponsored by the Jonquil and Lost Mountain Kiwanis clubs, Ron Davis, a Jonquil club member recruited city council members as influencers to help form the club, starting with a group of 25. Charter members included Mayor of Pat Vaughn, Marie Cetrulo, Celeste Houston, Ray Tiyamiyu, Powder Springs Council member Cheryl Service, Henry Lust, Coakley Pendergrass, Dr. Betty Cook, Delphine LaGroon, Ron Davis, Bob Poe, Charles Hood, Angelia Pressley and Pastor Akindele. 

Ray Tiyamiyu acted as club’s first elected president, Henry Lust, president-elect, Celeste Houston, secretary and Rhonda Jones, treasurer. 

The Kiwanis organization was established to be volunteers and is dedicated to changing the world, one child and one community at a time. The local body’s mission at the time of charter was to be very interactive, informal and it provided huge opportunity for community involvement, networking with people, businesses and leaders in the community. Most importantly, it is the opportunity to serve our beloved children and the youths in our community effort to set up educational and mentorship programs with schools. Among those are Key club for high school students, Builders Club or middle school and Terrific Kids elementary-age kids. 

Inaugural Programs: 

Key clubs at Pebblebrook and South Cobb High Schools, Builders club with Floyd Middle School we planted and beautified Floyd Middle School as part of Kiwanis one day project volunteering also for Georgia Special Olympics and developing partnerships that enhance or improve lives Kiwanis is currently partnering with unicef to eliminate maternal neonatal tetanus from the earth these are just a few examples of the inaugural programs.

2014 Greater South Cobb Charter Banquet to install officers and members 

2015 Floyd Middle School outside classroom, build and beautification 

2016 – 2019 Key Club of Floyd Middle School hosts International Day Kiwanis International Playground build at the A. W. Matthews Boys & Girls Club Pancake Breakfast & Ribbon Cutting to commemorate new Playground at AW “Tony” Matthews Boys & Girls Club

2019 - 2020 Division Lt. Governor - Henry L. Lust

2020 - Division 15 Governor's Rally @ Clarkdale Elementary   

2020 - Inaugural GSC Kiwanis Cycle-Run-Walk for Literacy 

Club activities: 

The Greater South Cobb Kiwanis One Day project is Adopt-A-Mile in partnership with the City of Powder Springs. 

Stuff the Bus with paper supplies. 

Georgia District Fall Training in Macon, GA. Attendance was nearly 200. It was rewarding to be among so many other dedicated members, like the South Cobb club. 

October Haunt at Six Flags Over Georgia 

Service Leadership Projects: 

Key Club at Floyd Middle School Terrific Kids Club at A. W. Matthews Boys & Girls Club Pebblebrook Key Club South Cobb Key Club 

Significant events, changes, or achievements in the club's history Ray Tiyamiyu receives Powder Springs Citizenship Award 

Community Impact: 

Evolution of the Club, Changes in membership, leadership, and focus areas over the years. 

Kiwanis Leadership Awards: 

2015 Ray Tiyamiyu 

2016 Henry Lust 

2019 Angelia Pressley 

2020 Celeste Houston 

Historical Photos and Media Awards and Recognitions 

Any local, regional, or national awards or recognition received. 

Testimonials or Stories: Personal stories or quotes from members or beneficiaries highlighting the club's impact. 

Archival Documents: Access to newsletters, annual reports, or other historical documents. 

Current Mission and Goals: The current mission of the club is to be a beacon of light in the community for the service of youth and to assist in the development of their well-being and academic achievement. Our goal is to inspire students from elementary to high school. The objectives to reaching that goal are to promote literacy, STEM programs, academic achievement and support to parents and community who serve the families of those children.