Rotarians have fun at last 2024 meeting
Rotarians had a lot of fun at their last meeting of 2024 of The Rotary Club of Scottsdale North. Pictured with our awesome server, Nico, are good sport members who braved the “Ugly Sweater” challenge.
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Paul Harris AwardsThe Rotary Club of Scottsdale North honored members Past President Michael and Fundraiser Chair Laurie for their over and above contributions to our Rotary Club through the years. The Paul Harris Award and pin were also given by Ann, Rotary Foundation Chair, (pictured) to Abby, Social Chair, at our Club’s 15th Anniversary Celebration in October. Paul Harris is the founder of Rotary (1905) and this award is earned by members for “Service Above Self” and donating to the Rotary Foundation. |
Road Clean Up DayOn Saturday, October 19th, seven members of the Rotary Club of Scottsdale North picked up and bagged trash on “our” one mile section of Pima Rd. between Dynamite and Jomax. We do this every six months - April and October -when it isn’t SO hot here in the Valley of the Sun. Afterward, as always, we met for a hearty breakfast at The General Store.
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Donation to New Pathways For YouthThe Rotary Club of Scottsdale North presented a check for $5000 to the non-profit New Pathways for Youth. Accepting the grant were, Karen Johnson and John Patris-Browne. New Pathways for Youth’s mission is to transform the lives of youth in Phoenix who are experiencing poverty and three times the adversity of their peers by providing the support, stability, and skills they need to flourish in the community and in their families. (Photo L-R, Rotary President Tom, John, & Karen) https://www.rotaryscottsdalenorth.org https://npfy.org/about-us/  |
Welcome Two New MembersThe Rotary Club of Scottsdale North is proud to welcome two new members, Jennie, a relocating Rotarian, and Amy, new to Rotary. Shown in this photo at the September 25, 2024 Club Meeting are Membership Chair Carl, Jennie and Amy. All the members present at the meeting gave a warm welcome and were ready to sign them up for a committee, volunteer activity, or our 15th Anniversary Party in October!  |
Donation of $5,000 to Purse ImpressionsOn September 25, 2024, the Rotary Club of Scottsdale North presented Purse Impressions, a Cave Creek non-profit that gives purses and backpacks to Rehabilitation Graduates, a check for $5000. They will use this donation to purchase necessities they pack into each purse or backpack donated to ReHab Centers. Their Cave Creek Boutique sells gently used donated accessories - such as purses, scarves, jewelry - to then purchase these basics. Pictured with Club President Tom are Club Sponsor Nina and Purse Impressions President and Founder, Patricia Brusha. https://purse-impressions.com https://www.rotaryscottsdalenorth.org/  |
Club Visit from Project AmigoDora Zuñiga, Donor Guidance Director of Project Amigo, gave a presentation to the Rotary Club of Scottsdale North Wednesday. We have been donating to help support students in Colima, Mexico for many years, but had never had someone come to give us so much information about Project Amigo and the amazing impact our donations have made. This year we are sponsoring two students in their last year of high school. Irving and Venus write us monthly with news about their studies and life. We wrote back with encouragement for them to do well and to, at this point, apply to college. Project Amigo has made a huge impact in this small, rural Mexican State. https://www.projectamigo.org/ https://www.rotaryscottsdalenorth.org  |
School Supplies donated to Stepping Stones AcademyThe Rotary Club of Scottsdale North recently participated with other area organizations such as the Anthem Giving Circle, the Anthem Rotary Club, the Kiwanis Club of New River, the Daisy Mountain Fire Department and the Kiwanis Club of Greater Anthem in a project that took place at Stepping Stones Academy in Phoenix donating 48 backpacks and supplying all the items that went into the backpacks which are needed to go back to school including pencils, papers, markers notebooks, and erasers. There were also items of clothing available if they were needed.     |
Rotary District 5495 Induction and Awards Presentation June 29 2024Several of our Club’s members had the pleasure of attending the Rotary District 5495’s Induction and Awards Presentation on Saturday, June 29 where Michelle Holcomb, DG 2024-25 was inducted. Kevin Pitts, DG 2023-24 presented our Club with the Rotary 2022-23 Presidential Citation Award and our Club was one out of only five Clubs that were presented with the Five Avenues of Service Award. Kevin Pitts also honored one of our Club’s long-time members and Past President, Linda Fulmore, with the distinguished Create Hope in the World Award. It was a very enjoyable evening!       |
Donation to OCJ KidsThe Rotary Club of Scottsdale North presented a $10,000 check on June 26th to OCJKids, the signature charity of our April 20th Fundraiser. OCJKids (ocjkids.org) has a mission to provide opportunity, create community, and fight for justice for foster and at risk kids. The Rotary Club of Scottsdale North Foundation is also distributing proceeds from our fundraiser to other charities. (www.rotaryscottsdalenorth.org)  |
Passed the GavelMichael Webb, outgoing president of The Rotary Club of Scottsdale North, passed the gavel to incoming President Tom Lewellen on Saturday night. Thank you Michael for a great year, and thank you Tom for your upcoming service as President!
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Feed My Starving Children volunteer day On June 8, 2024 ten of our Members spent the morning volunteering at the Feed My Starving Children facility measuring and packaging nutritious meals which are specifically designed to assist in reversing and preventing undernutrition. These are then distributed to FMSC’s partners in schools, orphanages, clinics and feeding programs around the world. The facility adheres to strict FDA standards and so, in addition to wearing gloves, but no jewelry, you will notice in the photo that we all had to wear hairnets. FMSC has permanent facilities in Arizona, Illinois, Minnesota and Texas with temporary MobilePack Events across the country. |
Road Clean-Up 04/27/2024Members of the Rotary Club of Scottsdale North participated in the City of Scottsdale Road cleanup this weekend. Our Rotarians are actively serving their community and helping the environment.    |
Welcome new member Rick BottariniLong time Rotarian Rich Bottarini just transferred to our club. Rich has been a member of Rotary for 26 years and he has served in 6 clubs. A warm Rotary welcome to Rich and his wife Janet!  |
The Rotary Club of Scottsdale Morth celebrated the holiday with patrons from the Foothills Food BankRotarians from the Rotary Club of Scottsdale North joined a holiday celebration at the Holland Center with patrons of the Foothills Food Bank on December 11. Pattons picked out books, puzzles, games, blankets, socks and candy, and also enjoyed visiting with Santa Clause, Holiday music, and face painting. Rotarians helped with roasting hot dogs and making popcorn for the families and children. This year there were 508 families totaling 1,390 individuals who used the Food Bank located between Black Canyon City and Cavecreek.        |
Scottsdale North Rotarians celebrated the holiday in good cheer. Happy holidays to all!Our Rotarians celebrated the holiday season in style at the annual holiday party.
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Amanda HopeAlyssa Mendoza, Corporate Development Officer from Amanda Hope. Amanda Hope was one of the recipients of our District Matching Grant, and was presented a check from our club for $2,000. Alyssa said the money would be used by their Comfort and Care team to make the hospital rooms a more welcoming environment for their “Warriors” as they go through treatment.  |
OCJ KidsGary Webb, President and Founder of OJC Kids. OCJ Kids was one of the recipients of our District Matching Grants, and was presented with a check from our club for $5,000.  |
Road Clean-Up 10-07-23Members of the Scottsdale North Rotary Club recently gathered together for their semi-annual road clean up along both sides of Pima Road for the mile between Dynamite and Jomax Roads. This time they picked up 19 bags of trash helped by members of the Interact Club, which is Rotary’s service club for young people ages 12-18. This is another example of Rotarians working together to improve their community!  |
Carefree Mayor John Crane 09-20-23Carefree Mayor John Crane was the special guest speaker for our Rotary Club 09-20-23.  |
District Governor Kevin Pitts 10-01-23Rotary District Governor Kevin Pitts and Assistant District Governor Val Lubkin visits our Club 10-01-23  |
Rotary Club Tree Planting 10-25-23The Rotary Club of Scottsdale North planted several Velvet Mesquite trees at Cave Creek Regional Park in Cave Creek. This is the Club's third time providing trees to this park. This is an example of our Rotarians working together to help the community while improving the environment.  |
2023 Club Speakers Series, Bill Irman Wickenberg Rotary ClubBill Irman of the Wickenburg Rotary Club spoke at our recent meeting as part of the Club’s 2023 Speaker Series. Bill was introduced by Club President Michael Webb.  |
Kevin Edwards’ presentation on his adventures in the Transpacific Yacht RacePast President Kevin Edwards spoke to our Club at a recent meeting on his adventures in the Transpacific Yacht Race. This biennial event began in 1906, and the race goes for 2,250 miles from Los Angeles to Hawaii! Kevin’s presentation was part of the Rotary Club of Scottsdale North Speaker Series.  |
Donation Checks deliveredTom Lewellen delivered two $8,000 checks to the Foothills Food Bank and the Foothills Caring Corps from our Club’s Foundation, and both recipients were very thankful. This is another example of how our Rotary Club is helping the community.  |
Linda and Stacy attended the Ri convention in Melbourne
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Our Rotarians liven up District ConferenceScottsdale North Rotarians livened up this year’s Rotary District 5495 District Conference last weekend dressing up as the family of the Beverly Hillbillies.
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Our Club participated in Earth Day 2023Members of the Rotary Club of Scottsdale North participated in the Club’s semi-annual road clean up as part of the city of Scottsdale’s Adopt-A-Road program last week. Seventeen members worked together as part of Earth Day April 22, 2023. Suporting the environmental is an important focus area of Rotary International. For information on the City’s Adopt-A-Road program, contact Bruce Wall at bwall@scottsdaleaz.gov  |
Rotary District Governor ‘s visitRotary District 5495 Governor Larry Horton visited our club meeting this week, shown here with our club president Daniel Eastburn. It was a very spirited, informative and entertaining presentation. He encouraged us to expand our community service projects and in the process reach out to invite both young and old to be part of those as an introduction to what Rotary does. He is an inspiring Rotarian and we are lucky to have him as a district governor!  |
Our Club Sponsors YMCA Health Kids DayThis is the YMCA's promotional display for Healthy Kids Day, April 29, 9:00 - 12:00, will be held at the Y. This event yearly attracts over 1000 children and adults and is of one of the Y's national initiatives. Our Rotary Club of Scottsdale North is a supporter of this event, another example of Rotarians helping their community! “Together we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change -- across the globe, in our communities and in ourselves." Rotary Vision Statement  |
New Member Gerald Sharkey gets Paul Harris Recognition.President Daniel presented new member Gerald Sharkey with his Paul Harris recognition certificate at this week’s meeting. Congratulations Gerald!
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Spring Fundraiser Success!Everyone had a wonderful time at our spring fundraiser yesterday, Spring Into Action For Rotary, at the Holland Community Center in Cave Creek. It was very well attended, and raised much needed funds for two of our local charities, The Foothills Food Bank and The Foothills Caring Corps as well as our Scottsdale North Rotary Foundation. Thanks to our sponsors and everyone who helped make this a fun, successful evening. Terrific job Team!            Everyone had a wonderful time at our spring fundraiser yesterday, Spring Into Action For Rotary, at the Holland Community Center. It was very well attended, and raised much needed funds for two of our local charities, The Foothills Food Bank and The Foothills Caring Corps as well as our Scottsdale North Rotary Foundation. Thanks to our sponsors and everyone who helped make this a fun, successful evening. Terrific job Team!    |
Scottsdale North Rotarian build Welcome Kits For OCJ KidsScottsdale North Rotarians helped build Welcome Kits for children at OCJ Kids who are going to group homes and don’t have any items to bring with them. The kits included personal items such as shampoo, toothpaste, etc. Rotarians also helped pack duffel bags for the children to take with them to their new foster homes. The duffel bags contain towels, blow up beds, sheets, pillows, hampers, shower curtains, blankets, plates, bowls, spoons and cups. These children have nothing when they get to group homes or when they age out of foster care . This was a wonderful project for a great organization!        |
Our Club donated playground equipment to local SchoolThe Rotary Club of Scottsdale North recently donated playground equipment to the Desert Willow Elementary School, K1-6, in Cave Creek. Shown in the photo with students are Rotarians Mike Jacoby and Linda Fulmore, the school Principal Brandie Baca-Dunlap, the PE teacher, and the school Assistant Superintendent. This is another example of our Rotary Club at work doing good for their community!
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President Daniel Eastburn presents check to Foot Hills FoodBanlRotary Club President Daniel Eastburn presented the club’s donation to Leigh Zydonik, Executive Director of the Foot Hills Food Bank” at the Club ‘s weekly meeting.
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Annual Fundraiser Date March 25, 2023Our annual community fundraiser is set for Saturday, March 25, 2023 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm at The Holland Community Center, 34250 N 60th Street, Building B in Scottsdale. Titled "Spring into Action for Our Community", it will support the Foothills Food Bank, Foothills Caringcorps and the Scottsdale North Rotary Foundation. The evening will include live music, win and beer, delicious appetizers and a live and silent auction. Tickets are $100 per person. For more information please contact Ann Burke, AnnBurke1@cox.net or 602-769-2679.  |
Project Amigo Since 2016 our Rotary Club of Scottsdale North has been donating to PROJECT AMIGO www.projectamigo.org in the form of an annual $600 scholarship for a high school student. This enables students in west-central Mexico to continue their secondary education by paying for books, school supplies, uniforms, registration, lab fees, hot lunch, and bus money, which they would otherwise not be able to afford. These students must maintain a GPA of 8.5, do a minimum of 10 hours of monthly community service, attend a weekly homework club, and write a monthly e-mail letter to us. This past year our new student so impressed us with his first letter that we decided to donate $600 for another student. She has also written to us now. Both these young students are so appreciative and extremely conscientious! UPDATE!! We recently received this update in a letter to Donors from the Project Amigo staff. We sponsor two High School students in Colima, Mexico: Queridos Amigos, We are pleased to report that our University, High School and Junior High level Project Amigo scholars are all doing well! Our total number of students is currently nearing 200, and we still need a few more sponsors. The three hundred plus elementary school children who participate in our incentive programs are having fun and learning and growing in ways they would not have believed possible. |
Rotary Club of Scottsdale North presents check to Amanda Hope  Rotary Club of Scottsdale North president Daniel Eastburn presented a check to Jessie Swygert, Director of Operations of Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels. Our grant of $2,000 sponsors 40 Comfortcozy Care Packs given to children in the oncology unit of our local children’s hospital. These bags include blankets and special shirts that have zippers and pockets in places that allow for tubes and ports used for feeding or administering medications to these very ill children. They also include some other fun items for the children. Amanda’s Hope Rainbows Angels in Phoenix serves newborns to young adults and helps 1,000-2,000 families each year. Their services include play therapy and counseling for families.
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Rotary Work Day June 18
The Center has been open since 1977 and is a safe haven for victims of domestic violence and human trafficking. It provides shelter and support services such as job readiness, education assistance, and life skills to more than 60,000 adults, children and their pets. In addition, Sojouner Center needs donations for its residents. Please see their wish list below. This is just a list of some of the things that they need in their resource center, and anything donated would be greatly appreciated. The items that have stars by them are things that they are really in need of at this time as the weather is getting hotter and monsoon season is approaching soon. Lightly used clothing *Sunscreen *Hygiene products (men’s & women’s) Lotion Twin Size sheets (they are only able to accept new bedding) *Size 6 diapers *Boys size 8-10 shorts & shirts Women’s ankle socks Women's boy shorts size small - large Umbrellas *Flashlights Water bottles small & large Men's shoe's size 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9 (tennis shoes) Women's tennis shoes all sizes
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Scottsdale North Rotarians attend District 5495 ConferenceRotarians from Scottsdale North Rotary Club had a great time at the District 5495 Conference last week, and they won the categories of best dress and decorations for their hospitality suite! Rotarians having fun together while helping their community.   |
Tree Planting at Cavecreek Regional Park April 22/23, 2022Members of the Rotary Club of Scottsdale North planted 8 native trees at The Cavecreek Regional Park on April 23/22. This is the 2nd year in a row that we have planted over there. This is now a total of 22 trees and the Club will most likely continue its work there.  |
Scottsdale North Rotarians fix up Cave Creek HouseOur Club members recently completed a house fix-up for a local Cave Creek homeowner on Basin Road. A group of eight members from the Club painted the outside of the residence and performed some minor repairs. Supplies were purchased by the Club with help by a generous discount from the Home Depot on Carefree Highway. Foothills Food Bank helped the Club in selecting the homeowner.   |
Rotarians clean for Adopt-a-Road April 2The Rotary Club of Scottsdale North participates in the Scottsdale Adopt-A-Road Program. Twice a year Rotarians clean up Pima Road near the intersection with Jomax Road. On April 2 Rotarians gathered together with the Pinnacle High School Interact Club youth cleaned up their adopted road. Rotarians at work having fun together!      |
Earth Day Tree Planting at HunkapiOn Saturday, March 26th our club planted a few large ironwood trees at Hunkapi Programs in celebration of Earth Day. In the photo are Club members Stacy and Kevin Edwards, Michael Webb, and Randy Halverson with Terra Schaad, Founder & Executive Director of Hunkapi Programs. For over two decades, Hunkapi Programs, Inc. has been an Arizona not-for-profit corporation offering therapeutic riding programs and services, on behalf of the many and varied populations within Maricopa County. Hunkapi Programs sits on a 10-acre farm that houses many different rescued and adopted animals that assist in our equine therapy programs. Today, the benefits of horseback riding and horse therapy at Hunkapi Programs are experienced by more than 300 individuals weekly, from young kids through adults with behavioral, emotional, and physical special needs. |
Rotary Club of Scottsdale North supports RI's statement on the Ukraine Conflict
The Rotary Club of Scottsdale North supports Rotary International's statement on the Ukraine conflict #RotaryClubofScottsdaleNorth #RotaryInternational "It is a tragic and sad time for the people of Ukraine and the world. At Rotary, we are deeply concerned by the deteriorating situation in Ukraine and the escalating loss of life and humanitarian hardship there. Continued military action against Ukraine will not only devastate the region, but also risk spreading tragic consequences across Europe and the world. As one of the world’s largest humanitarian organizations, we have made peace the cornerstone of our global mission. We join the international community in calling for an immediate cease fire, withdrawal of Russian forces, and a restoration of diplomatic efforts to resolve this conflict through dialogue. In the past decade, Rotary clubs in Ukraine, Russia and nearby countries have transcended national differences and have actively engaged in peace-building projects to promote goodwill and to marshal assistance for the victims of war and violence. Today, our thoughts are with our fellow Rotary members and others in Ukraine coping with these tragic events. Rotary International will do everything in its power to bring aid, support and peace to the region." Rotary International 25-Feb-2022 |
Visiting Rotarian Alan Havir presents the "History of Rock and Roll Drumming".Alan Havir, a Rotarian and lifelong musician and entertainer, shared his talent with our club presenting the "History of Rock and Roll Drumming" at our December 8 Rotary Club meeting. Alan currently belongs to the Paradise Valley Rotary Club, is a Past District Governor, has a masters degree in film making and is a long-time friend of our President Kevin, who introduced him at the meeting. Alan grew up in Phoenix and currently lives in Scottsdale where he performs in the Phoenix area. He is married to Sandy Abalos and they have 5 daughters.    |
Adopt-A-Family Christmas DonationStacy and Laura delivered holiday donations to the Foothills Food Bank for its annual Adopt-A-Family program. The Rotary Club of Scottsdale North is a long-time supporter of the Foothills Food Bank, whose mission is to provide food and financial help to people in our community. It is one of several community charities which our club supports.  |
Ryan House White Christmas GalaTom and Cherry attended with their spouses the 2021 Ryan House White Christmas Gala at the Biltmore Hotel. Ryan House is a 12,500 sq. foot home in Phoenix that provides respite care, pediatric palliative care and end-of-life care as well as appropriate therapies and activities in a supportive, home-like setting where all are welcome.  |
Party in the Wild WestRotary Clubs throughout the East Valley came together for a Western-themed fundraiser! Click below to see pictures from the event!
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Care Packages for Hopi
Members of our Rotary Club helped send resources to the Hopi Nation. Click below to read more! We are on Facebook! Stay up to date Rotary Club of Scottsdale North
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Visiting Hunkapi
The Rotary Club of Scottsdale North visited Hunkapi to tour their beautiful 10-acre facility and deliver a donation to support Hunkapi's animal therapy programs. Click below to read more. We are on Facebook! Stay up to date Rotary Club of Scottsdale North
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Food Drive for Foothills Foodbank and Hopi Relief
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Helping Hopi Nation
Our club was visited by Tom Kaye and Kiona Arellanes, co-founders of Hopi Relief. Click here to learn more about their mission. We are on Facebook! Stay up to date Rotary Club of Scottsdale North www.facebook.com/ScottsdaleNorthRotaryClub |
Time to Pass the Gavel!
It is a new year, meaning new leadership! Click here to see some of the great things our club has done to support the local community in 2020-2021. We are on Facebook! Stay up to date Rotary Club of Scottsdale North
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I am related to everyone - Hunkapi
Our club was visited by Jill & Michael from Hunkapi. Click here for more details. We are on Facebook! Stay up to date Rotary Club of Scottsdale North
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Open Door, Open Hearts at Ryan House
Our club was visited by Tracy Leonard-Warner, Executive Director of Ryan House. Click here for details. We are on Facebook! Stay up to date Rotary Club of Scottsdale North www.facebook.com/ScottsdaleNorthRotaryClub |
Wildlife Rescuers
During a recent meeting we had a special guest, Mike Nolan, Director of Planning & Development for Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center (SWCC). Mike educated our club on the growing demand for the SWCC to take injured and misplaced animals of Arizona and the southern United States. SWCC is located in north east Scottsdale and is one of very few conservation centers that are equipped to house large animals such as bears and mountain lions, along with all the small animals in their care. A staggering 85% of the operating costs of SWCC come from donations, the remaining 15% comes from SWCC’s visitors. Rotary Club of North Scottsdale is happy to support SWCC in obtaining incubators for orphaned animals that are too young to survive on their own. SWCC will be hosting tours and events all summer! To find out how to visit and donate, please visit: |
Dinner is Served by Foothills Food Bank
Our Club was visited by Leigh Zydonik, Executive Director of Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center. Click here for details. We are on Facebook! Stay up to date Rotary Club of Scottsdale North www.facebook.com/ScottsdaleNorthRotaryClub |
R.I.P. RhodyOur dear friend and fellow Rotarian Rhody Esmay passed away on April 2, 2021 from non-Covid related illness. Rhody was a founding member of our club and in charge of many of our hands-on-projects in the community. We will miss Rhody's smiling face at our weekly meetings, and his good humor and willingness to help others. We send Rhody's wife Sandy and his family our appreciation for sharing Rhody with us all of these years, and our sincere condolences for Rhody's loss. Donations in Rhody's name can be made to the National Parks Foundation or to our club foundation, the Scottsdale North Rotary Foundation.   |
Rotary Week of ServiceTree Planting
On Saturday April 17 our club together with the Camelback Crossroads and the Tempe Rio Salado Rotary Clubs planted trees at the Cave Creek regional Park for the Rotary Week of Service. Click here for pictures of our tree planting event. We are on Facebook! Stay up to date Rotary Club of Scottsdale North
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Food Drive in February 2021Our club is holding a food drive to benefit the Foothills Food Bank which will be held over two weekends, Feb. 12-14 and Feb. 19-21 from noon to 5pm with food drop off at Stacy Edwards house. Email Stacy to sign up or for more information. Her email address is stacy@edwardsdesigngroup.com |
Adopt A Family Foot Hills Food Bank
Foot Hills Food Bank 2020 Christmas Adopt A Family On December 10. Scottsdale North Rotary Club members took presents and gift cards to the Foothills Food Bank for their Adopt a Family 2020 Christmas.
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School Holiday Bazaar
To support the 2019 Holiday Bazaar at Roadrunner School located at 3540 E. Cholla .jpg) , club members (Dena Oppenheim and Linda Fulmore) purchased and delivered a variety of items:
Students will use earned points to purchase Christmas gifts for their families.
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School Grant
With a 2019 District Grant, our club provided zip-up jackets, sweatshirts plus .jpg) thermal tops, socks and underwear to the West Granada Elementary School in Phoenix. |
End Polio Campaign
Our club was presented with a plaque recognizing our 2019 contributions to the End Polio Now: Countdown to History campaign.
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ShelterBox Hero
Our club has been recognized as a ShelterBox Hero (Bronze)! The ShelterBox organization provides emergency shelter and tools for families robbed of their homes by disaster - transforming despair into hope. https://www.shelterbox.org/rotary-international
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Club Activities: Videos
These assorted videos highlight various club activities through the years. They illustrate the variety and scope of the work our club does. Enjoy! |
Foothills Food Bank
Our club supports the work Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center all year! Click here for more information. |
Club Fundraiser: "Soldier's Best Friend" Benefactor
For several years, our club held a fundraiser to support the non-profit organization: "Soldier's Best Friend" https://soldiersbestfriend.org In the spring of 2018, we donated $17,366 which were the proceeds from our evening party and auction. In addition, we helped sponsor their Golf Tournament Fundraiser in November 2018. In 2017, we raised $17,000 for the organization.
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Pinnacle High SchoolOur club sends 3 students from Pinnacle High School to Rotary Youth Leadership Academy. Click here for more details. |
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School SuppliesOn an annual basis, we also purchase school supplies for elementary schools ($500/ year). In 2018, Scottsdale Community Partners organized a Back-to-School event on July 25th together with the City of Scottsdale, Scottsdale Human Services and the Scottsdale Unified School District in order to help children return to school equipped to succeed. Our club donated 500 of the 1,000 free computer mice obtained at the Rotary District Conference, in addition to a $500 monetary donation to the event where up to 1,000 Scottsdale students that need help received backpacks, school supplies, clothing and shoes. https://scottsdalecommunitypartners.org
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"Assist an Elder" Project
Through Foothills Caring Corps (https://foothillscaringcorps.com), our club has participated in their "Assist an Elder" program. Our club really made a difference in an elderly couple's life by doing significant repairs to their Cave Creek mobile home, with the help of a hired contractor. We repaired the roof, leveled the trailer home, removed old flooring and replaced it with new vinyl tiles. Volunteers had to move items and furniture out and back into the home during the flooring state. The owners no longer have a big hole in their ceiling/roof. One of the bathrooms has new sub-flooring, toilet and floor, plus the entire living room has a new floor. Finally, the couple also received a gently used "new" couch. Our club covered the $1,250 cost for materials, plus couch and volunteer time.
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Club Fundraiser: "Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children" BenefactorIn the spring of 2019, our club raised and donated $18,000 through an evening party and auction for the Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children. https://www.azcancerfoundation.org |
Dig DeepDig Deep, is a non-profit organization working to ensure every American has clean, running water forever. Their focus is on Native Americans. Our club donates annually to this entity. https://www.navajowaterproject.org
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Project AmigoProject Amigo is an international project that helps children receive a good education in the small Mexican village of Cofradia de Suchitlan, located in Colima, Mexico. Our club has given a $600 Educational Scholarship donation that sponsors one student in grade 7 thru 12 for one year. |
Community PlantingOur club has been involved in several "community planting" projects, such as:
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Gabriel's AngelsGabriel’s Angels is a non-profit organization focused on helping at risk children with pet therapy. Our club applied for and received a District Grant for this organization for $3,500. |
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