Kiwanis Club of Morristown — Project Status Dashboard
Morristown… LIVE! • Club Operations • Website & Branding • Updated February 2026
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Morristown… LIVE! — May 1–2, 2026
Marketing Launch & Promotional Materials
Needs Action
Marketing launch was targeted for January 2026. Posters and t-shirts are blocked until the winning art contest design is converted to print-ready files. This is the primary bottleneck.
Key Date: Overdue — was January 2026
Owner: Matthew Ulrich / Encore coordination
Next Action: Convert winning artwork to print-ready files; coordinate with Tyler McDaniel
Art Contest — Winner Follow-Up
Needs Action
Winner selected (Alex Vargas Huipe, Morristown West). Four actions pending: convert artwork to print-ready files, announce winner publicly, notify all three schools, deliver $250 prize.
Schools: Morristown East, Morristown West, Lakeway Christian Academy
Next Action: All four items above
Encore Theater Partnership — Show Production
Active
Partnership confirmed. Tyler McDaniel developing Act 1 including “Classroom Chaos” scene. Walters State venue confirmed. Rehearsals should be underway.
Venue: Walters State Community College Auditorium (confirmed)
Contact: Tyler McDaniel — 423-839-3158
Next Action: Confirm rehearsal schedule and audition status with Tyler
Ticket Sales & Member RSVP System
Active
$25 tickets sold through Encore’s digital system. All members required to purchase 3 tickets. April 17th RSVP deadline planned so unused member seats can be released for public sale.
RSVP Deadline: April 17, 2026
Next Action: Finalize member invoice process; confirm keepsake card decision
Ad Sales — Business Sponsorships
Active
Folders distributed December 19, 2025. Jim Bond leading sales. Expansion targets include Merchants Greene, Bellwood Farms, Summertown Metals, Performance Food Group, and Clayton Supply.
Owner: Randy Hayes (coordination); Jim Bond (sales)
Next Action: Status check on current sales; outreach to new business targets
Opening Night Enhancements — Silent Auction, Reception, Raffle
Future
Three enhancements planned for May 1: silent auction of student artwork, hors d’oeuvres reception, and raffle. Raffle requires TN charitable gaming authorization verification first.
Next Action: Verify TN charitable gaming status; begin soliciting silent auction items
Social Media & Community Visibility
“Passing the Spotlight” Campaign
Active
Social media strategy showcasing student artwork, local performers, and community impact. Art contest winner provides the first anchor post.
Next Action: Begin posting now; coordinate performer spotlights with Encore
Website — morristownkiwanisclub.com
Scrolling Sponsor Banner — Homepage
Needs Action
Banner built with 23 current sponsors and clickable links. Full ZIP package delivered. Installation on WordPress homepage not yet confirmed complete.
Next Action: Confirm whether banner is live; if not, complete WordPress installation
Children’s Photo Slideshow — Homepage
Future
Homepage slideshow featuring children served by Kiwanis partner organizations. Not yet started.
Next Action: Gather photos from Boys & Girls Club, Isaiah House 117, and other partners
Club Branding & Operations
Club Polo Shirts
Future
Vendor research complete. Needs to be compiled into a member-facing summary for presentation at a luncheon.
Next Action: Compile research; present options to membership
Branded Table Skirt
Future
Kiwanis-branded table skirt for community events identified as a need. Vendor and design not yet determined.
Next Action: Identify vendor; confirm sizing per Kiwanis brand standards
Tennessee Charitable Gaming Authorization — Raffle Research
Future
TN law requires prior authorization to conduct raffles. Club’s current authorization status needs verification before any raffle can be planned for the May event.
Next Action: Verify via TNCaB system; confirm event period eligibility
Pancake Breakfast — Alternative Venue
Future
No Hamblen County elections in 2025 removed the traditional venue. Alternative not yet identified.
Next Action: Brainstorm venue options with leadership team
Completed Items
Gold Bond Legacy Award — Jim Bond Presentation
Complete
Inaugural award presented to Jim Bond at the January 9, 2026 luncheon as a surprise. Establishes an annual tradition for top ad sales performers.
Completed: January 9, 2026
High School Art Contest — Submissions & Judging
Complete
Contest ran November 1 – December 15, 2024. Winner selected at January 9, 2026 meeting with Encore representatives. Follow-up actions remain open (see above).
Completed: January 9, 2026
Encore Theater Partnership — Venue & Financial Terms
Complete
Partnership formalized. Walters State confirmed as venue. Financial terms set: Kiwanis retains all ticket revenue; pays Encore $4,500–$5,000 for production; Encore retains concessions.
Completed: Late 2025
Ad Sales Folder Distribution
Complete
Ad sales folders distributed to membership at the December 19, 2025 luncheon.
Completed: December 19, 2025
Kiwanis Club of Morristown • P.O. Box 1002, Morristown, TN 37816-1002 • morristownkiwanisclub.com
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