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1950 First
letters written to officially organize a
national organization in the New York area.
1951 Chose
name of The Kiwi Club named after the
bird that does not fly. Compiled premier
list of 560 prospective members with assistance
from AAL/Kiwi Counselor Kay Hansen.
Article appeared in AAL Flagship News
highlighting the organization’s formation.
1952 Prospective
list of 1500 was contacted. Annual dues set at
fifty cents ($.50!)
Held 1st National Delegates Convention -
Penthouse #1, Western Hills Hotel in Ft. Worth. First airline
group of its kind established in the
world.
Held 1st Executive
Committee Meeting - Colony
House Hotel, Long Island.
9 chapters affiliated, 21 chapters organized.
Introduced 1st Kiwi newsletter.
1953 Received
$1000 gift from AAL CEO C.R. Smith on
behalf of the airline to help with expenses and
to congratulate group.
1954 1st
National Kiwi Club Convention - Chicago,
Hotel Sherman.
Raised annual dues to one dollar ($1.00!)
1955 Initiated
registration of national emblem for the Club in
Washington, D.C.
Enlisted ideas from membership to adopt Kiwi
Club song. Idea vetoed.
Proposed national fundraising project, a Kiwi
Club cookbook. Idea vetoed, recommending
instead that a cookbook be initiated as a local
project.
1956
2nd National Kiwi Club Convention
- Dallas.
Opening luncheon featured style show by Neiman
Marcus.
Established Honorary Membership in By-laws.
AAL CEO C.R. Smith, Actress Jane Wyman
named as Honorary Members.
1957 Added
gavel to National President’s pin for outgoing
and incoming presidents.
Dedicated Kiwi Monument at AAL Learning Center
with “Shining of the Wings” Ceremony.
1958
3rd National Kiwi Club Convention - Los
Angeles, Statler Hotel. All registrants were
presented with “zippalopes!”
839 members, 31 nationally affiliated chapters.
Listed in “Encyclopedia of American
Associations.”
Raised annual dues to $1.50.
Resolved that Chapter Presidents should be
invited to attend the
National Spring Board Meeting held in odd years
between conventions.
Received $2500 gift from AAL CEO C.R. Smith
as a stipend for air transportation for use by
national officers when doing their duties.
AAL Stewardess College opened.
1959
Chapter Presidents attended the National
Spring Board Meeting,
which later became the “Spring Workshops” followed by
“Spring Seminar.”
Established the AAL Stewardess Uniform
Collection Project.
Established Life Membership into the By-laws.
1960
4th National Kiwi Convention -
Washington, D.C., Sheraton Park
Hotel. (Location changed from N.Y.)
881 members, 37 chapters nationally affiliated,
14 chapters state chartered.
Completed major By-law revisions.
Over 2,000 former AAL stewardesses contacted to
receive gold medallions as a gift from AAL CEO
C.R. Smith, with 1,000 having responded.
The AAL Sky Cradle club was introduced, whereby
future Kiwi babies would become eligible to
become honorary members of AAL.
Introduced temporary employment positions for
Kiwis to do hostessing /reception work, which
became “profitunities.”
1961
National Spring Board Meeting/Delegates
Meeting.
Introduced “delegates” to attend the Spring
Board Meeting.
922 members, 41 chapters.
AAL Kiwi Assistance Program (KAP)
introduced, starting in Chicago, with Kiwis
assisting in the Stewardess recruitment process.
Formed Awards Committee to initiate recognition
of outstanding Kiwis and chapters, with focus on
charitable work and support of The Kiwi Club.
1962
5th National Kiwi Convention - NY City,
Roosevelt Hotel. “Manhattan Jubilee.”
1057 members, 45 chapters.
Presented 1st two national Kiwi Club
Awards: ‘Loving Cup’ to Tulsa, silver charms to
first 8 who spearheaded The Kiwi Club as a
national organization.
Introduced new procedures for the election of national
officers, changed from the proposal of one slate
of officers by a Nominating Committee, to
opening candidacy to any Kiwi who submitted an
application and could meet qualifications;
nominations from the floor were also accepted
prior to election.
Received Christmas gift for all Kiwis from
AAL CEO C.R. Smith - gold charm.
1963
National Spring Board Meeting / Delegates
Meeting. 1125 members. 49 chapters.
Became international; chapter affiliated in
Germany!
Grey Eagles (retired AAL pilots) initiated
formation.
Proposed establishment of a ‘united Kiwi
charity.’
1964
6th National Kiwi Convention - Wagoner,
Oklahoma, Western Hills Lodge.
1313 members. 54 chapters.
KAP recruitment program a success -- 154
sessions with 76 Kiwis having
assisted AAL Dir. of Recruitment Walt Kistler.
Compiled booklet of routine information about
the general administration of the Club to
reduce mailings and repetitive information.
Established The Kiwi Fund, in answer to the
proposed ‘united Kiwi charity’ to assist Kiwis
in need.
Received gift of $10 per chapter for each Kiwi registered
at Conventions to assist with convention
expenses, per AAL CEO C.R. Smith.
Adopted a new Kiwi Club membership card to
include a stewardess cap stating “of the older
generation” at the recommendation of C.R.
Smith.
Introduced 3 Kiwi Club Awards, per gift
from C.R. Smith, and selected by Kiwi
Counselor Kay Hansen for presentation at
conventions.
1965
1337 members. 56 chapters.
Voted $.25 be given by each Kiwi annually to The
Kiwi Fund out of national dues.
Established the 3 Awards given by C.R. Smith,
for presentation at next Convention:
President’s Cup, Memorial Cup, Kay
Hansen Cup.
1966
7th National Kiwi Convention - Boston,
Sheraton Plaza.
1535 members. 60 chapters.
Presented the 3 new Kiwi Club Awards.
Introduced Memorial Cup, named after the
first AAL Stewardess killed in the line of duty
- Perla Gasparini.
Voted against “Stewards” being offered AAL
employment.
Expanded KAP program to meet projection
of 5,000 stewardesses to be on line in 1970.
Introduced plaque in AAL Stewardess College
naming Past National Presidents of The Kiwi
Club.
1967
1480 members. 57 chapters.
Introduced Kiwi Briefing Manual for all Kiwis
(small scale ‘stewardess type’ manual).
Offered a $4.20 refund to Boston convention
attendees since “overcharged.”
1968
8th National Kiwi Convention - San
Francisco, Hilton.
1695 members, 60 chapters.
Established new membership status in By-laws
- MAL Member-At-Large.
Noted AAL had spent $35,000 for Kiwi Club
Operations over the past 2 years including a
“Transportation Fund.” Resolution of
appreciation offered with $1000 contribution by
The Kiwi Club to the C.R. Smith Professorial
Chair at Notre Dame, the same amount he
gifted to The Kiwi Club to help get it started.
(Largest gift by an airline group!)
Received a gift of champagne in each Kiwi room
at convention from C.R. Smith.
Noted age 32 retirement age for AAL stewardesses
was lifted.
Noted the ban on marriage by AAL stewardesses
was lifted.
Appointed National KAP Chairperson to
help AAL with recruitment.
Introduced planning the convention site 4 years
out, instead of 2.
1969
1914 members. 57 chapters, including 329
MALs.
Introduced Kiwi Survey.
Introduced Kiwi Participation Programs.
Received gift of AAL stewardess doll for each
Kiwi at Christmas from C.R. Smith.
Dropped the “L” from AAL - to AA.
1970
9th National Kiwi Convention -
Scottsdale, Mt. Shadows.
2175 members. 55 chapters, including 528 MALs.
Topped 2,000 mark!
Raised annual dues to $2.50.
Noted AA CEO C.R. Smith retired; Kiwis
honored him with special tribute.
AA Kiwi Speaker Program (KSP) introduced
@$40 per year salary, 1 airline pass;
Kiwis assisted local AA sales/marketing offices
with seminars, suitcase packing demos,
promotionals, other duties.
Added National Convention Coordinator
position/duties to Kiwi Club Manual. (A national
board position that was appointed to help
oversee Kiwi conventions.)
Introduced “Chapter Workshops” at convention.
1971
2206 members. 57 chapters including 453
MALs.
Introduced General Information Packet for Kiwi Chapter
Presidents for a fee of $1.50 each; dispensed
with Kiwi Manuals for each member.
Noted in AA KAP program: 70% of all stewardess
interviews assisted by Kiwis.
Resolved National Board Members to have hotel
expenses paid, for meetings, conventions,
workshops. (previously out-of-pocket expenses.)
1972
10th National Kiwi Convention - Ft.
Worth, Sheraton Hotel.
1807 members. 59 chapters including 380 MALs.
Targeted membership as major issue/focus, as
decline noted.
Introduced Kiwi “Fact Sheet.”
Investigated establishment of a Kiwi retirement
facility. (R&R)
AA continued stipend to Kiwi Club of $2500 per
year to assist with Board travel expenses to
meetings, conventions; $10 per registered Kiwi
at Convention was also received from AA through
1976.
1973
2096 members. 60 chapters, including 411
MALs.
(“There always seems to be a membership increase
after convention year.”)
Introduced the word “Flight Attendant’
into By-laws along with “Stewardess.”
Focus: “The F/A today is not the stewardess of
yesterday.”
Reorganized National Kiwi Club Board, duties.
Joined forces with Grey Eagles and Three
Diamonds to research R&R.
1974
11th National Kiwi Convention - Los
Angeles, Beverly Hills Hilton.
1695 members. 61 chapters including 390 MALs.
Initiated “courtesy dues” program.
Introduced “biennial” instead of “annual” dues.
Investigated name change to Kiwi Club
International; voted down.
1975
1840 members including 265 MALs (chapter
number presumed same.)
Noted AA/Kiwi Counselor Kay Hansen
retired from AA - Kiwis offered special tribute
to her with a custom designed Kiwi pin/pendant.
1976
12th National Kiwi Convention -
Chicago, Hyatt Regency.
2238 members. 58 chapters including 416 MALs.
Received 5 bids for Convention 1980!
Welcomed new AA/Kiwi Liaison, Louise Knowles.
Introduced Chapter Charitable Activity Report to
help determine Awards.
Contributed $1,000 to the Pickett/Carrara Fund
in memory of the two JFK F/As who died in the
St. Thomas AA crash, and in honor of all F/As
-Stewardesses who have lost their lives in the
line of duty.
1977
1911 members. 58 chapters, including 275
MALs.
Discussed “provisional” status in The Kiwi Club
for on-line F/As, which was not adopted.
Adopted USOC as National Endeavor in
support of ‘united Kiwi charity.’
Continued to explore possibility of establishing
an R&R.
Introduced the Chapter President Communication
Kit for presentation to Chapter Presidents at
convention, for reference and use during the
term.
1978
13th National Kiwi Convention -
Nashville, Opryland
Hotel.
2221 members. 60 chapter, including 377 MALs.
Revised The Kiwi Club Officers’ Manual format.
Considered liability insurance for Kiwi
Conventions. Voted down - expense.
Winning skit from Skit Night, no longer to be
performed on Banquet Night.
Adopted By-law amendment to accept current F/As
into Kiwi membership.
Changed wording of “on-line” to “current” F/As.
1979
1987 members. 58 chapters, including 248 MALs.
The “AA Returning Mothers” program enacted.
Held national Jog/Walkathon throughout the U.S.
as National Endeavor
fundraiser benefiting USOC with support from AA
Contributed $1000 to the AA Flight 191 Memorial
Fund for F/As (DC-10 crash.)
Hosted current AA F/A/Instructor at Learning
Center/PHX Kiwi as guest
speaker at Workshop, noted as a first.
1980
14th National Kiwi Convention -
Washington, D.C., Shoreham Hotel (Opened
Convention with a singing telegram from the
hotel!)
2200 members. 64 chapters, including 315 MALs.
Welcomed new AA/Kiwi Liaison/Mary
Sullivan.
Established November 1-7 of odd year in each
term, as National Endeavor Week, as may be
possible.
Proposed “Operation Membership/Leadership by
Anticipation” as focus.
Noted some progress on R&R with possible
donation of 40 acres in Arkansas.
1981 1785 members, including 160 MALs. (chapters presumed to be the
same)
Funded Kiwi Monument ‘face lift;’ overseen, completed by
the Dallas chapter.
Contributed toward the C.R. Smith Remembrance
Trophy in his honor.
1982
15th National Kiwi Convention - San
Diego, Vacation Village Hotel.
30th anniversary of The Kiwi Club.
2098 members. 65 chapters, including 257 MALs.
Initiated poll among Kiwis re: R&R
retirement place. Low response.
Awarded AA/Kiwi Liaison Mary Sullivan
honorary membership in Mid Cities Chapter in
honor of her dedication.
Proposed sale of a national item to raise money
for The Kiwi Club. Voted no.
1983
1975 members. 64 chapters, including 283
MALs.
Provided Kiwi Club Resolution to AA CEO
Al Casey.
Introduced new newsletter format.
Awarded former AA/Kiwi Counselor Kay Hansen’s
commemorative pin/pendant gifted back to The Kiwi Club from her, to become
the property of The Kiwi Club, and worn by the
current National President of The Kiwi Club.
Introduced Kiwi Club laminated brass life
membership cards for Life Members.
Celebrated the 50th anniversary of the AA
Stewardess.
Expanded National Charitable Awards program for Kiwis and
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1984
16th National Kiwi Convention -
Dallas, Sheraton Hotel.
2109 members. 65 chapters, including 306 MALs.
Established a ‘spearheader fund’ to establish
new chapters; packet compiled.
Pursued research of possible alternative
recipient for National Endeavor at a
member suggestion; no new endeavor was chosen,
USOC remains.
Re-introduced program whereby AA F/As at the
Learning Center are to be informed of The Kiwi
Club.
“The Kiwi Club divested itself of further
consideration of an R&R.”
1985
2050 members. 65 chapters, including 292
MALs.
Established National Uniform Coordinator
position, as national leadership position within
The Kiwi Club. (Not a Board position.)
Updated, re-designed The Kiwi Club brochure for
prospective members.
Conducted feasibility survey re:
seminar/convention on a cruise ship;
determination was “favorable” but cost appeared
prohibitive and advance booking difficult, as
well as meeting space allocation inadequate.
Placed National Officers’ Manual on word
processor.
Compiled Kiwi speaker list for AA F/A graduation
ceremonies.
Introduced sale of ads for Kiwi Newsletter “Kiwi
Kaleidoscope.”
1986
17th National Kiwi Convention -
Phoenix, Camelback Inn. “Pow Wow.”
2192 members. 65 chapters, including 401 MALs.
Introduced IBM clone computer to conduct Kiwi
Club business; AA provided financial support and
expertise in this transition.
Explored possibility of any AA F/A Supervisor
becoming a member; vetoed.
Introduced Kiwi “Bed & Breakfast” questionnaire
in newsletter; small response.
1987
2005 members. 63 chapters, including 330
MALs.
Invited former and current AirCal F/As to
become members, following acquisition of AirCal
by AA.
AA initiated impending strike measure to utilize
Kiwis as F/As if they agreed to serve in this
way and to be trained: Kiwi response - “The
Kiwi Club is not, never has been, and cannot be
involved with a call for this kind of help from
American Airlines.” (Kiwis are non-partisan.)
Removed AA KAP duties from national
officer duties of the Secretary, as the program
no longer existed.
Eliminated requests from chapters to host
National Board Meetings, requesting bids only
for Seminar and Convention.
1988
18th National Kiwi Convention
2145 members. 65 chapters, including 368 MALs.
Established an AA “Star” file for convention travel by
Kiwis at special rates.
Raised biennial national dues to $25. ($12.50
per year).
Introduced “Road Shows” a Kiwi recruitment
program to attract new members from the current
AA F/A group.
1989
2312 members. 65 chapters, including 363
MALs.
AA Kiwi Counselor Kay Hansen passed
away.
Initiated a “Save the Kiwi Monument” effort.
Dedicated and restored monument through Kiwi
Club funding and matched funding from AA in
memory of Kay Hansen.
Opened a Kiwi Club Exhibit at the Air Space
Museum in OKC.
Noted AA Wings Foundation was established in
support of AA F/As in need.
1990
19th National Kiwi Convention - San
Francisco, Fairmont Hotel.
2020 members. 59 chapters, including 386 MALs.
Conferred Life Membership on Millie
Alford, former Director of the AA Stewardess College/Learning Center who
is a Dallas Kiwi.
Noted C.R. Smith passed away.Contributed
$1000 to AA C.R. Smith Museum in
memoriam.
Retired The Kiwi Club Charitable Award Trophies to OKC
Museum; replaced with more durable plaques
later.
Distributed Kiwi Club brochures to AA Latin
America F/As.
Initiated major AA Stewardess uniform
reproduction project.
Introduced Kiwi recruitment program at various
AA cities.
1991
1791 members. 59 chapters, including 335
MALs.
Introduced a C.R. Smith Museum Coordinator
position within The Kiwi Club.
Introduced the new plaques for charitable awards
presentation.
Retired the “Blue Goose” trophy for “best skit”
on Skit Night at convention.
1992
20th National Kiwi Convention
- Atlanta, Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza (Ravinia.)
1849 members. 59 chapters, including 349 MALs.
40th anniversary of The Kiwi Club.
Introduced Gift Membership Program.
Established a Kiwi Club Display Case at the AA
Learning Center.
Sent special letter of concern to Kiwis/chapters
possibly affected by Hurricane Andrew.
1993
1767 members. 56 chapters, including 412
MALs.
Introduced special flyer to recruit current
AA F/As into membership.
Introduced a Kiwi Club Membership Directory.
Introduced a Kiwi Club Convention Manual.
1994 21st National Kiwi Convention
- Houston, Westin Galleria Hotel. “Lucky
21.”
1842 members. 59 chapters, including 428 MALs.
Focus: increase membership, streamline
Board duties.
First “current AA F/A” elected as Kiwi Club’s
National President.
Noted AA strike by F/As; reaffirmed Club policy
of neutrality and non-partisanship.
Voted to retain a charitable National Endeavor, but
to change it the next term.
Introduced a Kiwi Club Recruitment banner.
Established two new chapters - Central Arkansas,
Florida First Coast, the first chapters to be
formed in several years.
1995
1659 members, 60 Chapters, including 347
MALs.
Established 800 phone number for Kiwis.
Determined per poll/Seminar vote that the 1998
Convention would be a cruise!
Completed AA Uniform reproduction
collection/patterns.
Established appointed position of Meeting Site
Coordinator.
Supported the AA DC-3 Coalition/Hangar Project
with purchase of “bricks.”
Introduced this “Just A Minute”
brief on the historical highlights from Minutes.
Introduced Kiwi recruitment flyer, reproduced at
less expense than brochures.
Noted AA/Kiwi Liaison Mary Sullivan Raymond
retired from AA but not as our Kiwi Liaison;
honored with “brick” in her name at the museum.
Established SW Florida chapter; reaffiliated San
Antonio chapter.
1996
22nd National Kiwi Convention -
Chicago, Fairmont Hotel.
1729 members. 60 chapters, including 371 MALs.
Created a new Kiwi Club brochure for
recruitment/prospective members.
Completed computerization of Kiwi Club National
Executive Board.
Compiled a Computer Manual.
Revised procedures for the election of National
Officers, per members’ recommendations.
Re-visited and reaffirmed Club policy of
neutrality during an AA F/A strike.
Established the AA Employees Federal Credit
Union as the one banking institution for all
Kiwi Club accounts.
Named new National Endeavor per vote at
Convention ‘96: Wings.
1997
Changed format of Kiwi Kaleidoscope
to tabloid style, larger print.
1655 members. 59 chapters, including 385 MALs.
Focus: commitment, connection, communication,
cruise.
Hosted National Seminar at a resort location for
the first time - Scottsdale, featuring keynoter
new CEO AA Don Carty for record turn-out.
Continued vigorous recruitment efforts,
including mailout/invitation to join
the Club to 346 “Early Out” AA F/As, and arrangements for
AA to provide flyer to retiring/resigning F/As
through Kiwi Liaison efforts.
Formed new chapter - international: Argentina.
Explored feasibility of going on the internet,
offering a home page (too expensive at this
time).
Welcomed Marie Allen Sullivan, one of the first four
Stewardesses back to Life Membership, once
found; she joined Agnes Nohava Hincks, class
1933.
Created a Kiwi Club Survey; Chapter Networking
spreadsheet.
Introduced Care Calls to Chapter Presidents in
support of their efforts.
Held National Endeavor Week to benefit
Wings; term reached $25,000.
Incorporated regional get-togethers with
chapters during Board Meeting dates.
1998
AA CEO Bob Crandall retired.
Richardson Chapter honored AA CEO Don Carty
as newest Honorary Member.
23rd National Kiwi Convention -
premier cruise convention aboard The Leeward
Cruise Ship/NCL.
Awarded 5 chapter charitable awards in 2
categories - large and small chapters according
to membership recommendation.
Revised budget format.
Designed comprehensive computer manual for The
Kiwi Club’s custom data base software.
Visited idea of creating mission statement, tag
line. Not pursued.
Noted that The Kiwi Club raised an estimated
$95,000 for 61 charities in the term,
collectively.
1999
1575 Members. 56 Chapters, including 341
MALs.
Disbanded three Chapters: San
Fernando/Conejo Valley, Southern Connecticut,
and Twin Cities.
Hosted National Endeavor Week, “How Sweet It Is”
(bake sale) in joint effort with American
Airlines and Wings.
Purchased new computer hardware for National
Executive Board for Y2K compliance; upgraded
computer database; obtained internet access and
e-mail capability.
Hosted National Seminar 1999, Alexandria, VA,
130 attendees. Keynote speaker was Jane Allen,
AA Vice President of Flight Service.
Appointed new National Traveling Uniform
Coordinator.
Increased advertising efforts to achieve “2000
by 2000” membership goal.
2000 1710 Members. 56 Chapters, including 424 MALs.
Established domain name for The Kiwi Club Web
Page (www.thekiwiclub.org).
Conducted focus groups to evaluate membership in
The Kiwi Club.
Raised approximately $50,000 for National
Endeavor.
Affiliated two new Chapters: La Petite Roche
and Central Florida.
Disbanded two Chapters: Argentina and
Indianapolis.
Established The Kiwi Club credit card.
Bestowed Honorary Membership for Mary C.
Raymond, American Airlines Liaison
2002 25th National Convention was held in Fort Worth,
Texas celebrating TKC’s 50th
Anniversary,1640
Members. 56 Chapters, including 398 MALs.
362 members attended. Dallas, Fort Worth,
Individual members and chapters donated
$11,822.00 to the 9-11 Memorial Fund.
DFW/Mid-Cities and Richardson Chapters hosted
the Convention.
Manhattan Chapter hosted the 2001 Seminar in New
York City. 127 members attended.
TKC continues to support Wings Foundation.
Raised national dues to fifty dollars ($50.00).
Revised By-Laws to include former
Stewardesses/Flight Attendants of airlines
acquired by or merged with American Airlines who
are members of local affiliated chapters and
Members at Large to be eligible for membership
in TKC.
Members at Large may hold a national office.
Co-editors for the
Kiwi Kaleidoscope.
2004 26th National Convention held in Las Vegas, Treasure Island
Resort.
1336 Members. 48 Chapters, including 278
MALS, 124 Flight Attendants.
New Convention two-day format.
337
members attended. 46 Chapter Delegates
attended.
National Seminar cancelled, due to low expected
attendance and financial burdens.
First Flight Attendant/Kiwi recruitment held at
DFW Airport. Eight Flight
Attendants recruited. Over 30 prospective names
added from two recruitments.
The “Party by the Bay” was
organized for the San Diego area.
The AA
Uniform collections were used for three shows and for
two FA recruitments.
Board Advisor commitment reduced from three
terms to one term.
TKC continues to support the WINGS Foundation.
New President of Wings Foundation, Cathy
Crandall, DC Flight Attendant (Washington DC Kiwi).
A Wings/
Kiwi Club liaison was appointed.
American Airlines no longer provides travel for
national board or a stipend. TKC has become
financially independent.
2006 27th
National Convention held in San Diego at
Paradise Point
1,236 Members, 47 Chapters, including 232 MALS
Board Meetings were held in Palatine, IL,
Orlando, FL, Santa Ana, CA and San Diego, CA.
“Flamingo Fling” held in Orlando, FL in lieu of
seminar. Combined with national board meeting.
Revamped Kiwi Website to become integral
part of The Kiwi Club. Forms and chapter
newsletters listed in members only section.
The Kiwi Club no longer receives support of AA
Liaison (Mary Sullivan
Raymond).
Retired title of “archivist”.
Established four Kiwi Kaleidoscope’s
per year (8 per term).
Established donation of $20 to Wings upon
death of a Kiwi.
Established
Co-Historians - one, a Kiwi Club expert on
American Airlines uniforms for The Kiwi Club.
Updated Convention Manual.
O’Hare and Carefree Chapter established, San
Antonio disbanded.
Buffalo Chapter renamed Western New York.
Executive Board manuals and National By-Laws
were
reformatted.
Established Polly Toll Goodman Award and
announced at 27th National
Convention. Honored Mary Sullivan Raymond
at Convention for her contributions to The
Kiwi Club.
Continued to support Wings as our
National Endeavor; total donations now
$112,235.64
2008
1,150
Members, 45 Chapters, including 159 MALS & 40
F/A's
28th National Convention held in
Houston at the Marriott Woodlands.
Bay Cities/San Diego & Florida Suncoast chapters
established.
Detroit, Long Island and Richardson chapters
disbanded.
Held Board meetings in Daytona Beach, Columbus,
Tulsa and Houston and invited local Kiwis to
attend dinner gathering.
Donated The Memorial Award and the
Millie Alford Membership Award to the Tulsa
Air and Space Museum.
Donated the President’s Cup, Kiwi
Award of Merit and the Kay Hansen Award
to the American Airlines C.R. Smith Museum.
Established official Kiwi Club Wings Membership
Pin
Attended A.A. Retiree meeting in DFW.
A.A. Credit Union assisted by copying & mailing
‘Call to Convention.’
Compiled AA Trophy and Award History.
Wings
remains the National Endeavor; total
donations now $161,866.
Continued tradition of $20 donation to Wings
upon the death of a Kiwi.
MALs may participate in boutique provided 20% of
proceeds donated to National Endeavor.
New
President of the Wings Foundation - Patty Baker.
New Kiwi liaison - Ruth Foster.
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