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What is Circle K?

BYU Circle K is part of Circle K International, the largest collegiate community service organization in the world! Our mission is to build caring and compassionate leaders through the vehicle of service. BYU Circle K allows students to participate in a wide variety of service events. During Fall and Winter Semesters, we visit the Utah State Hospital weekly to play with the children there. During Summer Term, Circle K helps Provo Kiwanis with their pancake breakfast during the Freedom Festival Balloon Fest for 3 mornings around the 4th of July, and helps Spanish Fork Kiwanis with their concession stand at the rodeo leading up to July 24th.

Circle K Video

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How do I get involved?

BECOME A VOLUNTEER

Volunteer Description: During Fall and Winter Semesters, volunteers visit the Utah State Hospital weekly to play with the children. In July, Circle K helps Provo Kiwanis with their pancake breakfast during the Freedom Festival Balloon Fest, and helps Spanish Fork Kiwanis with their concession stand during the Fiesta Days Rodeo.

Volunteers are needed for the 2026 Kiwanis concession stand at the Spanish Fork Fiesta Days Rodeo on July 20, 21, 22, 23, and 24 from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm. The fundraiser is located at the Spanish Fork Fair Grounds (475 South Main Street). Volunteers fill customers' orders (hamburgers, hotdogs, soda, and candy), and get to have a free hamburger. If you're interested in helping, please email circlek@byu.edu to request the sign-up form where you can let the group know the evening(s) you'd like to serve.

Volunteer Commitment: During Fall and Winter Semesters, volunteers meet in front of the Wilk Jamba Juice every Saturday at 9:30 AM to carpool to the Utah State Hospital and play with children. It is recommended that volunteers wear athletic clothing since they will be running around. Volunteers will return to BYU by 12:00 PM.

Send a copy of the following to circlek@byu.edu in order to volunteer:

  • A negative TB (tuberculosis) test from THIS year. You can get this done at the Student Health Center or the Utah County Health Department across from the City Center Temple.
  • Flu shot. Send a picture of your receipt.
  • Drivers license.
  • Attend an in-person orientation at the state hospital. Check the orientation schedule and sign up here.

BECOME A LEADER

Volunteer Leader Description: There are two kinds of leadership positions: Lead Program Director and Program Director. A program only has one Lead Program Director, but multiple Program Directors. Leaders are generally responsible for overseeing recruitment, retention, and reflection with volunteers. They also coordinate service with community partners and ensure their program runs smoothly. Volunteer leaders may also share the responsibilities of volunteers as outlined in the Volunteer Description. For more information, visit our section called Be a Leader!

Volunteer Leader Commitment: In addition to volunteering, Volunteer leaders commit to a 1-hour monthly team meeting to discuss needs and make plans for the program.

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Apply to become a leader by completing the application below:

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Program Director Application

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Contact Info

Directors

Available by email at circlek@byu.edu

Jake Wassmer, Lead Program Director

406-927-7094

Christian Clark

713-775-2787

Mia Johnson

385-368-9232
Sometimes, I forget why or the joy that comes from service. But one moment brought it back for me. When I was playing with the kids, they would run to me, out of remembrance, and call me by their recognition of me, "Slippery Shoes", from all the times I would slip during our games. I have been remembered, and there is no feeling like it when the children you volunteer your time for remember you.
"Slippery Shoes"
I was able to make friends with those that I was serving. They are patients who you would think need more help than you, but it turns out that they made me realize just how much I needed their laughter and smiles in my life. This made me realize just how happy I am serving them.
Kyril
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