We are one of many regional chapters of the Kiwi Club across the country.
Meet some of our Members
Eileen Vaquilar Clifford *
Chapter President and Founder - Islip, NY
"Nothing makes me happier than knowing I can still see and keep up with all the flight attendant friends I have come to know in my years of flying. It has been my pleasure and an honor to be President of our Kiwi chapter. I am sincerely grateful to each of our members for their support, love and best wishes. They ARE The Kiwi Club of Long Island."
Renee Malewski *
Vice-President Emerita (Founding Chapter Vice-President) - Seaford, NY
"It has been a great pleasure being a member of the Long Island chapter and working with Eileen. She always has a creative, fun idea for every chapter meeting. There's something for everyone. It's a wonderful way for retirees to stay in touch and enjoy the company of their colleagues, as well as contributing to a great charity, The Wings Foundation. We are continuing to grow our membership as word gets out about us being a great club to be a member!"
Brian Eatz
Member - Merrick, NY
"If it wasn't for our Long Island chapter, I would have no contact with my fellow flight attendants. The Kiwi Club has kept a great number of flight attendants in touch. The luncheons and social activities set up in our area are outstanding. As being basically the only male flight attendant at these meetings, I get to see and talk with quite a few ladies that I worked with over my career. Thanks to our Kiwi chapter for bringing us all together."
Patricia O’Connor
Member - West Islip, NY
"The one thing I love about our Kiwi family is that we all share a common thread of flying regardless of age or seniority. We share this through laughter, good conversation, current events and updates within the industry. Additionally, there is always good food and wine to enjoy when we meet. When I leave our get-togethers, I always find myself reminiscing about what a terrific group we have and how I look forward to our future events. You can always be ensured of a great time!"
Hanne Maxwell *
Founding Member - Locust Valley, NY
"It's fun to be a member of the Kiwis because I get to see all my coworkers who I worked together with for so many years. Our lunches are so much fun because we are able to reminisce about our time flying together."
Bonnie Hayden
Member - Brooklyn, NY
"I love going to the luncheons. I especially love seeing my former co-workers."
*Long Island Chapter and Founding Members established November 2013.
As a chapter, the goal is to keep our flight attendants nationally and locally connected through our fun, informative social gatherings and charitable efforts.
Check out our calendar of events here.