In August, I shared stories with the Rotary Clubs of Canyon Lake, New Braunfels, Ballinger, Uvalde and the Dominion. I am inspired by those great Rotarians and those pictured today who are making a difference in their communities.
Join Rotary District 5840 as we celebrate how Rotary Changes Lives!!! Three great experiences in one! Attend the Rotary District 5840 Conference Nov 9-11 at the Y.O. Ranch Resort & Conference Center in Kerrville and experience a great Texas hotel and one of a kind Museum of Western Art. Learn more about Rotary and have a great time networking.
Stephanie A. Urchick, of the Rotary Club of McMurray, Pennsylvania, USA, is the selection of the Nominating Committee for President of Rotary International for 2024-25, a decision that would make her only the second woman to hold that position. She will be declared the president-nominee on 1 October if no challenging candidates have been suggested.
According to data from the Southeast Regional Climate Center (SERCC), at least six Texas cities with the longest historical record have had their hottest summer.
The Rotary Club of Alamo Ranch had a very successful back to school supply drive in support of a back-to-school event providing backpacks, school supplies, and other needed items for young boys and girls.
Rotary joined Family Fest Host, the Community Recreation and Resource Center, in delivering supplies to area kids helping them prepare for a return to school. CLRC President Max El Tawil is shown with the local school mascot at the ready to pass out backpacks full of supplies.
Oak Hills Rotary Club visits Clark High School to re-establish the Interact Club. Pictured is Rotarian Rick Tarbell attending a meeting with school resource leaders to discuss the benefits and scholarship opportunities.
or the last 4 years Beeville Rotary Club has provided school supplies to the Beeville ISD teachers and this year the supplies were delivered to 2 Beeville private school system.
Fredericksburg Rotary Club Foundation on Monday donated a portion of its proceeds from the first Fredericksburg Craft Beer Festival to The Grace Center, a 36-bed facility being constructed as a domestic violence shelter.
As a community partner, the Rotary Club of Fair Oaks Ranch assisted the Boerne ISD with their annual Resource Rally ensuring families had the appropriate medical attention and supplies needed to successfully start the new school year. Over 300 students and parents were provided a multitude of products and services that were generously donated by local businesses and individuals.
Jeff Bearden, Co-Chair of the Vernon Rotary Club "Marking the Great Western Trail" project (standing second to left), presented Pleasanton with a cattle trail marker.
In August, The Rotary Club of District 5840 to Combat Human Trafficking, The Rotary Club of Blanco County, and The Blanco Chamber of Commerce hosted two presentations on human trafficking for Blanco County business and community leaders.
Join us on Sunday, September 4th , from 10:30 am - 9:30pm at PANDA EXPRESS @ 32707 SE Military Dr #104 San Antonio, Texas 78223! Enjoy delicious food and support our Bike Ride! 20% of your purchase will be donated to MTR Charities! To listen learn more about Mission Trail Rotrary, http://www.missiontrailrotary.com
Rotary eClub of San Antonio played a significant part on August 17, 2022 in welcoming Franz Leadership Academy students back to school, with school supplies in a mini parade. The parents were overjoyed with the love and support that the Rotary eClub of San Antonio showed toward the school and community kicking off our Service Project Light Up Literacy which marks the 5th year of this project.
Las Vegas After Hours Rotary Club joined the Uvalde Rotary. They came down to deliver handmade pillows to parents of the victims Uvalde Rotary help put the pillow covers on and arranged/ hosted the meeting Aug 25 at the El Progress Memorial Library
Twenty-four San Marcos Rotarians and community members packaged school supplies for nine villages in Northern Mexico and child serving nonprofits in San Marcos on August 26. The supplies will be delivered by Mision de Candella, based in Fredericksburg, which provides free health care services to the villages.
Pearl Rotarians assisted The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Southwest Texas Council in San Antonio, TX. Hundreds of food supplies were delivered to be available for families in need in urban areas of the Alamo City.
Every year, Rotarians and Rotaractors across the globe mobilize for WORLD POLIO DAY to raise awareness about eradicating polio for good. If we stay committed, polio will be the second human disease ever to be eradicated.
At the regularly scheduled Kenedy Rotary Club meeting August 30th, Saundra Schultz, President presented Presidential Plaques to our past Presidents. Wade Phelps 2020 - 2021 and Joe Avalos 2021 - 2022. It was a celebratory event for sure!!!
Fredericksburg Nimitz Rotary Club will be having a golf tournament on Monday, October 10, 2022 at Lady Bird Golf Course in Fredericksburg. Proceeds from the tournament will go towards replacement of the historical cross at Cross Mountain Park.