Last Week

The club presented a check to the Buckeye Fire Department Chaplaincy Program.  Accepting for the program was Paul Howard from the Rotary Club of White Tanks.  Chief Jake Rhoades of the Buckeye Fire Department gave us an update about the new fire station in Verrado and Tarteso and a general update about the fire department.  

Ed Williams Earns a Paul Harris Fellowship

Past President Dave Faragher presented a Paul Harris Fellowship to Ed Williams in recognition of a $1,000 donation to the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International.  Ed joins more than 1 million Rotarians and others who have been recognized as Paul Harris Fellows since 1957.  Dave recapped how donations to the Rotary Foundation are spent and the difference they make in the lives of people around the world.  If you are interested in joining many of your fellow club members in becoming a Paul Harris Fellow, please reach out to David.

Upcoming Rotary Events

It's that time of year and things are getting busy. Please note these opportunities and sign up today.  More details on the event listings in right hand side. Just click the item.

PINTS FOR POLIO October 21 2025. Bring your family. friends and neighbors to dinner at Cold Beer and Cheeseburgers (Verrado) after 4pm.  Tell the server you are supporting Verrado Rotary.  Eat, drink and be merry.  15% of your bill will be donated to Rotary's polio plus. Whatever is donated will be matched 2:1.

CLUB SOCIAL AT THE HOME OF ED AND CINDY WILLIAMS October 22 2025. 5:30 pm.  This is an event you don't want to miss.  The Williams welcome us into their lovely home and provide the warmest hospitality. The food is always special and the drinks cold. Now that everyone is back from summer journeys or just glad the heat has moved on, it's a great chance to get reacquainted in a relaxed environment.  See you there.  

FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN FOOD PACKING. October 26 2025.  Our packing time is set for 9:00 am to 11:00 am.  You will need to arrive at Summit about 8:30 for orientation. A invitation to sign up will be sent but contact Holly or Mike Nott if you wish to get signed up now.  This is a fun event and helps kids who may be starving.  

WALK FOR THE TEAM. See below for details.  

6th ANNUAL TOPGOLF DRIVE FOR CHARITY FUNDRAISER. November 22, 2025, from 9am to noon at Top Golf.  Join us for golf or join us for breakfast and enjoy watching. This fundraiser is vital to help us have the resources to continue to fund our local charities.  Please be generous with your donations and your attendance. The club needs you.  For further details, see the event website or contact Doug Bredow.

Join the Team

Jessy Bradley and her firm are forming a team for the Walk to End Alzheimers.  President Holly is encouraging the Club to support Jessy and her firm in a cause which is near and dear to our hearts in Verrado Rotary.  Details below.  Mark your calendars today.

To register click HERE or scan the QR Code.  Questions?  Contact Jessy  at 614-738-6869 or email at jessy.bradley22@gmail.com.