The Foundation is managed by a board of Directors consisting of 6 elected members, two appointees of the presiding Governor of the Ohio District of Kiwanis, and a representative from the Past District Treasurers committee. The elected officers of the Ohio District of Kiwanis serve as ex-offico members of the Board. More than 14,000 children in Ohio are severely injured each year that could have been prevented if the child had been wearing protective headgear while bicycling, skateboarding or roller blading. The Foundation, through its large purchasing power makes it possible for Kiwanis Clubs in Ohio to purchase bicycle helmets at special reduced prices. These helmets can be sold or given away to youngsters in their communities.
Many clubs promote bicycle safety through safety town education programs and bicycle rodeos.
The Foundation hopes to dramatically reduce serious injury to Ohio youth by the promotion of such safety programs and the availability of inexpensive protective headgear. The reference card discloses pertinent information about medications normal for pediatric vital signs and other information, such as coma scoring, that are important when treating youthful patients. During an emergency, time is of the essence and this card provides instant guides for diagnosis and treatment. These cards have been sent to every licensed paramedic and EMT in the State of Ohio. Because of relatively high turnover of these trained technicians, it is necessary to continually supply new cards.