The 2025 Florida Kiwanis District Convention will be held at PGA National Resort and Spa in Palm Beach Gardens, FL from Thursday, August 7, 2025 through Sunday, August 10, 2025.
This page has been created for you to answer any questions and make your convention the best it can be for you! If you have additional questions about the convention itself, contact the Conventions Chair: Jose Leoncio at 305-890-7109 or by email
Standard Best Value Registration is $295.00 per person and includes the general sessions, Friday and Saturday luncheons, Saturday night banquet and the Sunday breakfast buffet. You may add additional a la carte meals for a guest to this package. Registration will increase to $325 on July 1st at 12:00 midnight EST through July 15th based on availability. Late Registration may be available after July 15th while supplies last.
Registration Only is $175. It does not include any general sessions or meals, but you may add a la carte meals if you choose this option.
There is not an option to choose a la carte meals only without selecting one of the two registration options.
THERE WILL BE NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION OR MEAL TICKETS SOLD ON-SITE
If you have any questions about registration or need assistance , please call Cleve Tinsley at (352) 789-1667, Deb Tinsley at (352) 789-2144 or email them using the link below
If you already have reservations and need to modify them, you may do so online by clicking the link above and selecting “Manage Existing Reservation”. Please have your acknowledgement or hotel confirmation number handy.
Scroll down for more information about the PGA National Resort & Spa
CERTIFIED CLUB DELEGATES
If your club paid the District Convention Assessment Fee their Certified Club Delegates are eligible to receive a $20 credit toward their registration fee. To apply for the credit, enter the coupon code DELEGATE when you are completing your registration.
“Each club is entitled to three elected delegates and three alternates who may serve if any delegate is absent. Club delegates and alternates must be active members of the clubs they represent. However, the Lieutenant Governor or a past Lieutenant Governor may represent any club in their division not otherwise represented by three delegates. Delegates must be elected by each club before the convention and be certified to the district by the club president and secretary.
Official delegates of a newly organized Kiwanis club shall be granted full privileges at District conventions if the charter has been approved by the Kiwanis International Board of Trustees, even if it has not been formally presented to the club. All officers and Lt. Governors-Designate of the Florida district and any Past Governors and Past Lieutenant Governors of any Kiwanis district who are active members of a Kiwanis club of the Florida District are delegates-at-large to all conventions.”
Alternates and delegates-at-large do not qualify for the $20.00 delegate credit.
There will be a casual and informative “First-Timers/Kiwanis 101” workshop held on Friday morning. Tips and tricks to make your first Kiwanis convention a complete success will be provided, and you will have the opportunity to learn about the bigger picture of Kiwanis and meet and mingle with other convention first-timers.
CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
Registration cancellations must be emailed to the District Convention Chair, Donna Parton, and must be received no later than 5:00 PM EST on August 1, 2025. Cancellations will be refunded the amount paid less a $35 processing fee. Refunds will be issued within two (2) weeks of receiving notification.
This cancellation notice applies to attendee registration only and does not apply to your hotel reservation. Hotel reservations must be canceled by you directly through the hotel.
Requests to transfer registration to another Kiwanian must be sent in writing by both parties to District Convention Chair, Jose Leoncio, before August 1, 2025.
No refunds, regardless of circumstances, will be issued for requests made after the August 1 deadline.
Anyone who has purchased a registration or a la carte meal ticket(s) and does not attend will NOT receive a refund.
PGA NATIONAL RESORT AND SPA
Here, luxury is always the standard, and golf is never considered just a game. Together, the two create an enviable lifestyle in a setting that embraces the best Florida has to offer. Anchored by six championship golf courses, we boast a world-class destination wellness facility, state-of-the-art sports and racquet club, and exclusive membership club — all at the heart of a luxurious resort community. Stay, play, live. PGA National Resort.
Room rates are $169 .00 per night (single/double) plus state and local taxes.
KID’S CLUB
Day Rate $60 per day (Friday and Saturday) / $50 Saturday night rate
PARKING
Self-parking for overnight guests and day attendees is complimentary
RESORT FEE
The resort fee has been waived for the overnight guests in our group but the amenities are still being provided. Currently included, but subject to change, are: …..
CHECK-IN
Upon arrival, an authorization amount equal to the estimated total of your stay, plus $150 per day deposit for incidentals, will result in a “hold” on your credit card. Check-in time is 4:00 PM.
One of the most talked about events at each DCON is the CARING CORNER, where we come together to raise money to provide funding for grants and educational support for our Service Leadership Programs (SLPs). There will be opportunities throughout the convention to purchase raffle tickets for baskets donated by divisions and clubs, and to participate in silent and live auctions for items donated by members and businesses. Be on the lookout for more information on how you can help make a positive impact on the future of our SLPs through this project.
For the right to enter the event, and for other consideration, the attendee hereby irrevocably permits, authorizes and licenses to the Florida District of Kiwanis to display, publicly perform, exhibit, transmit, broadcast, reproduce, alter, exploit, license, otherwise use and permit others to use attendee’s name, image, likeness and appearance, on a perpetual basis throughout the world and in any medium or format whatsoever now existing or hereafter created, including but not limited to, in and on print publications, electronic, magnetic and optical media, audio and audiovisual works, display, point-of-sale and other advertising and promotional materials, press releases, the internet, and in any other mediums for promotional purposes and any purpose, without further consent or royalty, payment or other compensation to the attendee, and without any further consents or consideration.
BYLAW AMENDMENTS
A club, by majority of its active members, may propose bylaw amendments to be considered at any convention of the district, provided they are submitted to the Executive Director not less than sixty (60) days prior to the date of the convention and they are in conformity with the Kiwanis International Bylaws and the Standard Form for District Bylaws. Bylaw amendments may also be proposed by the District Board. No later than thirty (30) days prior to the district convention, the Executive Director shall make available to each club in the district a copy of all proposed bylaw amendments. Amendments to the bylaws may be adopted by two-thirds (3/4) of the valid votes cast by the delegates and delegates-at-large present and voting.
RESOLUTIONS
A club, by majority of its active members, may propose resolutions amendments to be considered at any convention of the district, provided they are submitted to the Executive Director not less than sixty (60) days prior to the date of the convention. Resolutions may also be proposed by the District Board. All proposed resolutions shall be referred to the Committee on Resolutions for its consideration and recommendation to the District Board. The Committee may modify, combine, edit, or not accept any club proposals. The District Board shall have final authority on resolutions to be considered at the convention. No later than thirty (30) days prior to the district convention, the Executive Director shall make available to each club in the district a copy of all proposed resolutions other than those of memoriam and appreciation. Resolutions may be adopted by a majority of the valid votes cast by the delegates and delegates-at-large present and voting except those recommended by the Board less than sixty (60) days in advance which shall require two-thirds (2/3) vote to adopt.
PRIVACY NOTICE
For the right to enter the event, and for other consideration, the attendee hereby irrevocably permits, authorizes, and licenses to the Florida District of Kiwanis to display, publicly perform, exhibit, transmit, broadcast, reproduce, alter, license, otherwise use attendee’s name, image, likeness and appearance, on a perpetual basis in any medium or format whatsoever now existing or hereafter created, including but not limited to, in and on print publications, electronic, magnetic and optical media, audio and audiovisual works, display, point-of-sale, and other advertising and promotional materials, press releases, the internet, and in any other mediums for promotional purposes and any purpose, without further consent or royalty, payment or other compensation to the attendee, and without any further consents or consideration.
Would you like to be spotlighted on our social media? If you said yes, then you should fill out the following Google form: forms.gle/uca6ADhLmvZ82H5u9
We are going to spotlight clubs throughout the year on various events: banquets, chartering ceremonies, inductions, DCMs, social, projects, fundraisers, etc. We want to show the world what makes Florida District so awesome!
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KIWANIS DISTRICT CONVENTION 2025
The 2025 Florida Kiwanis District Convention will be held at PGA National Resort and Spa in Palm Beach Gardens, FL from Thursday, August 7, 2025 through Sunday, August 10, 2025.
This page has been created for you to answer any questions and make your convention the best it can be for you! If you have additional questions about the convention itself, contact the Conventions Chair: Jose Leoncio at 305-890-7109 or by email
There are essential resources, forms, and dates you need to be aware of.
Standard Best Value Registration is $295.00 per person and includes the general sessions, Friday and Saturday luncheons, Saturday night banquet and the Sunday breakfast buffet. You may add additional a la carte meals for a guest to this package. Registration will increase to $325 on July 1st at 12:00 midnight EST through July 15th based on availability. Late Registration may be available after July 15th while supplies last.
Registration Only is $175. It does not include any general sessions or meals, but you may add a la carte meals if you choose this option.
There is not an option to choose a la carte meals only without selecting one of the two registration options.
REGISTRATION
Standard Registration closes on July 15th, midnight EST. Registration and a la carte meals/general session tickets may be available after that date until they are sold out.
THERE WILL BE NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION OR MEAL TICKETS SOLD ON-SITE
If you have any questions about registration or need assistance , please call Cleve Tinsley at (352) 789-1667, Deb Tinsley at (352) 789-2144 or email them using the link below
PGA NATIONAL RESORT
The deadline to make hotel reservations with our discounted rate expires July 15, 2025 subject to availability.
If you already have reservations and need to modify them, you may do so online by clicking the link above and selecting “Manage Existing Reservation”. Please have your acknowledgement or hotel confirmation number handy.
Scroll down for more information about the PGA National Resort & Spa
CERTIFIED CLUB DELEGATES
If your club paid the District Convention Assessment Fee their Certified Club Delegates are eligible to receive a $20 credit toward their registration fee. To apply for the credit, enter the coupon code DELEGATE when you are completing your registration.
“Each club is entitled to three elected delegates and three alternates who may serve if any delegate is absent. Club delegates and alternates must be active members of the clubs they represent. However, the Lieutenant Governor or a past Lieutenant Governor may represent any club in their division not otherwise represented by three delegates. Delegates must be elected by each club before the convention and be certified to the district by the club president and secretary.
Official delegates of a newly organized Kiwanis club shall be granted full privileges at District conventions if the charter has been approved by the Kiwanis International Board of Trustees, even if it has not been formally presented to the club.
All officers and Lt. Governors-Designate of the Florida district and any Past Governors and Past Lieutenant Governors of any Kiwanis district who are active members of a Kiwanis club of the Florida District are delegates-at-large to all conventions.”
Alternates and delegates-at-large do not qualify for the $20.00 delegate credit.
DECLARED CANDIDATES TO DATE
2025-2026 District Governor
Tommy Mills – Kiwanis Club of Wakulla County
2025-2026 District Governor-Elect
Linda Martin – Kiwanis Club of Punta Gorda
2025-2026 District Vice-Governor Candidate
Kerri Gordon – Kiwanis Club of Deerfield Beach
FIRST TIME CONVENTION ATTENDEES
There will be a casual and informative “First-Timers/Kiwanis 101” workshop held on Friday morning. Tips and tricks to make your first Kiwanis convention a complete success will be provided, and you will have the opportunity to learn about the bigger picture of Kiwanis and meet and mingle with other convention first-timers.
CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
Registration cancellations must be emailed to the District Convention Chair, Donna Parton, and must be received no later than 5:00 PM EST on August 1, 2025. Cancellations will be refunded the amount paid less a $35 processing fee. Refunds will be issued within two (2) weeks of receiving notification.
This cancellation notice applies to attendee registration only and does not apply to your hotel reservation. Hotel reservations must be canceled by you directly through the hotel.
Requests to transfer registration to another Kiwanian must be sent in writing by both parties to District Convention Chair, Jose Leoncio, before August 1, 2025.
No refunds, regardless of circumstances, will be issued for requests made after the August 1 deadline.
Anyone who has purchased a registration or a la carte meal ticket(s) and does not attend will NOT receive a refund.
PGA NATIONAL RESORT AND SPA
Here, luxury is always the standard, and golf is never considered just a game. Together, the two create an enviable lifestyle in a setting that embraces the best Florida has to offer. Anchored by six championship golf courses, we boast a world-class destination wellness facility, state-of-the-art sports and racquet club, and exclusive membership club — all at the heart of a luxurious resort community. Stay, play, live. PGA National Resort.
Room rates are $169 .00 per night (single/double) plus state and local taxes.
KID’S CLUB
Day Rate $60 per day (Friday and Saturday) / $50 Saturday night rate
PARKING
Self-parking for overnight guests and day attendees is complimentary
RESORT FEE
The resort fee has been waived for the overnight guests in our group but the amenities are still being provided. Currently included, but subject to change, are: …..
CHECK-IN
Upon arrival, an authorization amount equal to the estimated total of your stay, plus $150 per day deposit for incidentals, will result in a “hold” on your credit card. Check-in time is 4:00 PM.
FLORIDA KIWANIS FOUNDATION GOLF TOURNAMENT
CARING CORNER
One of the most talked about events at each DCON is the CARING CORNER, where we come together to raise money to provide funding for grants and educational support for our Service Leadership Programs (SLPs). There will be opportunities throughout the convention to purchase raffle tickets for baskets donated by divisions and clubs, and to participate in silent and live auctions for items donated by members and businesses. Be on the lookout for more information on how you can help make a positive impact on the future of our SLPs through this project.
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QUESTIONS ABOUT THE CONVENTION?
Contact District Convention Chair: Jose Leoncio / Cell: 305-890-7109
PHOTO WAIVER
For the right to enter the event, and for other consideration, the attendee hereby irrevocably permits, authorizes and licenses to the Florida District of Kiwanis to display, publicly perform, exhibit, transmit, broadcast, reproduce, alter, exploit, license, otherwise use and permit others to use attendee’s name, image, likeness and appearance, on a perpetual basis throughout the world and in any medium or format whatsoever now existing or hereafter created, including but not limited to, in and on print publications, electronic, magnetic and optical media, audio and audiovisual works, display, point-of-sale and other advertising and promotional materials, press releases, the internet, and in any other mediums for promotional purposes and any purpose, without further consent or royalty, payment or other compensation to the attendee, and without any further consents or consideration.
BYLAW AMENDMENTS
A club, by majority of its active members, may propose bylaw amendments to be considered at any convention of the district, provided they are submitted to the Executive Director not less than sixty (60) days prior to the date of the convention and they are in conformity with the Kiwanis International Bylaws and the Standard Form for District Bylaws. Bylaw amendments may also be proposed by the District Board. No later than thirty (30) days prior to the district convention, the Executive Director shall make available to each club in the district a copy of all proposed bylaw amendments. Amendments to the bylaws may be adopted by two-thirds (3/4) of the valid votes cast by the delegates and delegates-at-large present and voting.
RESOLUTIONS
A club, by majority of its active members, may propose resolutions amendments to be considered at any convention of the district, provided they are submitted to the Executive Director not less than sixty (60) days prior to the date of the convention. Resolutions may also be proposed by the District Board. All proposed resolutions shall be referred to the Committee on Resolutions for its consideration and recommendation to the District Board. The Committee may modify, combine, edit, or not accept any club proposals. The District Board shall have final authority on resolutions to be considered at the convention. No later than thirty (30) days prior to the district convention, the Executive Director shall make available to each club in the district a copy of all proposed resolutions other than those of memoriam and appreciation. Resolutions may be adopted by a majority of the valid votes cast by the delegates and delegates-at-large present and voting except those recommended by the Board less than sixty (60) days in advance which shall require two-thirds (2/3) vote to adopt.
PRIVACY NOTICE
For the right to enter the event, and for other consideration, the attendee hereby irrevocably permits, authorizes, and licenses to the Florida District of Kiwanis to display, publicly perform, exhibit, transmit, broadcast, reproduce, alter, license, otherwise use attendee’s name, image, likeness and appearance, on a perpetual basis in any medium or format whatsoever now existing or hereafter created, including but not limited to, in and on print publications, electronic, magnetic and optical media, audio and audiovisual works, display, point-of-sale, and other advertising and promotional materials, press releases, the internet, and in any other mediums for promotional purposes and any purpose, without further consent or royalty, payment or other compensation to the attendee, and without any further consents or consideration.
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Would you like to be spotlighted on our social media? If you said yes, then you should fill out the following Google form: forms.gle/uca6ADhLmvZ82H5u9
We are going to spotlight clubs throughout the year on various events: banquets, chartering ceremonies, inductions, DCMs, social, projects, fundraisers, etc. We want to show the world what makes Florida District so awesome!
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