Circle K International is a collegiate service organization with a worldwide membership that promotes fellowship, leadership, and service. Its mission is developing college and university students into responsible citizens and leaders with a lifelong commitment to serving the children of the world. Service is a fundamental element of Circle K International. Collectively, Circle K members perform more than one million hours of service on their campuses and in their communities annually. Without service, Circle K International would be just another campus activity. Through service, college students are making the world a better place. Circle K International is dedicated to the realization of mankind's potential. The potential of Circle K International lies in its ability to positively influence members of society who are facing ultimate personal decisions and those who will one day create the vision of mankind for generations to come. Circle K affords college students leadership opportunities equiping them with the resources and tools needed to become active citizens. If there is one thing that Circle K'ers know best, it is fellowship. Circle K members across the globe take time to meet and welcome new people. With each element and aspect of Circle K International, members experience fellowship and develop life-long relationships with fellow collegians, advisors, Kiwanians and citizens in their communities. Whether a Circle K'er is mentoring a child, networking with a businessman, or bowling with members, that Circle K'er is developing social skills, meeting new people and strengthening relationships.