The Three Tenets
What are the three main tenets of Circle K International?
Service, Leadership and Fellowship.
In what year did Circle K International begin?
1947
Name one environmental activity that a Circle K club can organize.
A beach clean-up, tree planting or community beautification project.
What is the motto of Circle K International?
“Live to Serve, Love to Serve.”
Who is Circle K International designed for?
College and university students.
Which tenet focuses on helping others through volunteer work?
Service.
In which country did Circle K International begin?
The United States of America.
What type of activity can members organize to raise money for charitable causes?
Fundraising activities, such as bake sales or car washes.
What does the motto “Live to Serve, Love to Serve” mean?
It means serving others willingly and recognizing the importance of helping people.
Name one skill students can develop by joining Circle K.
Leadership, communication, teamwork or problem-solving.
Which tenet teaches members how to organize events, make decisions and motivate others?
Leadership
At which college did the first Circle K club begin?
Carthage College in Illinois.
Name two items a Circle K club could collect for people in need.
Food, clothing, books or school supplies. Any two are correct.
What does Circle K International aim to develop among college and university students through its mission?
Responsible citizens and leaders with a lifelong commitment to service.
What is one professional benefit of joining Circle K International?
Gaining practical experience that can help prepare members for future careers.
Which tenet focuses on friendship, teamwork and creating a welcoming environment?
Fellowship
What was the main purpose of developing Circle K International?
To provide college students with opportunities to serve their communities.
What type of service involves visiting elderly people and supporting vulnerable members of society?
Community outreach.
According to its vision, what does Circle K International aim to improve one member, one child and one community at a time?
The world.
At which three levels can Circle K members have opportunities to hold elected positions?
Club, district and international levels.
A member organizes a charity event, motivates the team and builds friendships with other members. Which three tenets are demonstrated?
Service, Leadership and Fellowship.
How has Circle K International grown since it began in 1947?
It has expanded internationally, with clubs at colleges and universities across several continents.
Why should Circle K clubs choose activities based on the needs of their communities?
To ensure their projects make a meaningful and positive difference in people's lives.
What is the difference between the mission and vision of Circle K International?
The mission explains the organization's purpose, while the vision describes what it hopes to achieve in the future.
A student wants to develop leadership skills, build friendships and help the community. Explain why Circle K International would be a good organization for that student.
Circle K offers opportunities to serve the community, develop leadership skills, work with others, build friendships and grow personally and professionally.