A Message from our President:
Melissa Williams McGrath
National President 2026-2028
.Julie Griffen Haley
Digital Communications Manager
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Gladys Kupper
Digital Communications Monitor
October — A Time to Connect, Renew, and Grow
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October is here, and with fall gatherings beginning again, it is a wonderful time to reconnect with fellow Kiwis, welcome new faces, and celebrate the friendships that make our organization so special.
One of our goals this year is to continue growing the Kiwi Club by inviting former and active American Airlines flight attendants to learn more about who we are. If you know someone who would enjoy the friendship, fun, and charitable spirit of the Kiwi Club, please invite them to join us. Sometimes all it takes is a personal invitation to introduce someone to an organization they may enjoy for years to come.
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Don’t Forget to Renew
Our 2026–2028 membership renewal period is underway, and dues are due by November 30.
Renewing is easy. You can use the Renew Now button located under the Membership tab on the Kiwi Club website. If your contact information has changed, send an email to Kathy Kuzminski: 2ndVP@thekiwiclub.org
Thank you to everyone who has already renewed. Your continued membership helps keep the Kiwi Club strong, connected, and moving forward.
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Kiwi Club Expands Its Social Media Presence
We are excited to welcome Julie Griffen Haley and Gladys Kupper to the Kiwi Club Support Staff as our new Social Media Team!
Julie and Gladys will be bringing fresh energy to our Facebook pages by sharing more chapter activities, photos, and Kiwi news, while celebrating the friendships and connections that make our club so special.
They will also be helping the Kiwi Club take an exciting new step with the launch of our Instagram presence, giving us another way to share who we are and introduce the Kiwi Club to even more people.
Please watch for increased activity on Facebook in the weeks ahead and help Julie and Gladys by sending photos, chapter happenings, celebrations, and other Kiwi news worth sharing.
Social media is also an important part of helping us reach future members. The more we share the fun, friendship, service, and connection found within the Kiwi Club, the more others can see what makes this organization unique.
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As we move further into fall, I hope each of us will make an effort to renew, reconnect, and recruit. Together, we can honor the friendships that have built the Kiwi Club while continuing to welcome the next generation of members.
Warmly,
Melissa Williams McGrath
National President #38
The Kiwi Club
Three Things You Should Know About The Kiwi Club
Who We Are
The Kiwi Club is a social and charitable organization for former and current flight attendants from American Airlines and American Eagle (now Envoy), as well as Trans Caribbean, Air Cal, Reno Air, America West, TWA, US Airways, and other airlines acquired by or merged with American Airlines.
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What makes The Kiwi Club special is the community of friends you'll find here. Our members often say that the best part of belonging is the fun and lifelong friendships they've made.
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We invite you to join us and discover the friendship, connection, and camaraderie that have made The Kiwi Club special for generations of flight attendants.
What We Do
The Kiwi Club combines friendship with a long tradition of giving back. Our chapters support charitable organizations in their local communities, while nationally we proudly support the Wings Foundation, which provides assistance to flight attendants in need.
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Since 1996, The Kiwi Club has contributed more than $884,000 to Wings, continuing the spirit of caring and service that has always been part of our flight attendant community.
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We also stay connected through chapter gatherings, special events, and our national convention. Visit our Kiwi News page for a glimpse of what Kiwis around the country are doing.
On the Riverwalk tour barge. San Antonio
Learn How To Join
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If you are a former or current flight attendant with American Airlines, American Eagle (now Envoy), or an airline that became part of American, we invite you to become a member of The Kiwi Club.
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Joining is easy. Visit our Membership page to learn more about eligibility, membership benefits, local chapters, and how to join.
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We'd love to welcome you to the Kiwi family.
What our Members say about The Kiwi Club
I love being a Kiwi! A group of lovely ladies and men. True friendships are formed - true camaraderie. My sisterhood!
I love the Kiwi Club so much that my car tag even reads: "Kiwi Kat"
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Kat Applegate Walton
FL Gulf Coast Chapter
President
I am a Flight Attendant for LAA and began my career just months before the events of 9/11, experiencing firsthand both the profound challenges and the resilience that have shaped our profession. My decision to join the Kiwi Club is rooted in a desire to help preserve and strengthen the legacy of those who built and sustained our profession.
Christian Santana MAL
APFA Board of Directors
No matter when you flew, you will be connected to this amazing group. You will find life long friendship, support, and lots of laughter! I have served as chapter president and National President and have enjoyed every minute.
Kathy Minner
Past National President, MAL