Author: Rotary Club of Indianapolis

  • March 13: Board of Directors Election

    March 13: Board of Directors Election

    Nick Reich, Secretary, Rotary Club of Indianapolis

    As Club Secretary, I am excited to announce the official start of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis Board of Directors election process. On March 13 we will elect seven new directors who will serve a two year term. Candidate info forms are available for review by clicking here.

    Rotary members in good standing are eligible to vote via absentee ballot or in person on March 13.  Download the Absentee Ballot here.

    Completed forms can be emailed to Kelly Tingle. You can also email the names of the seven individuals you choose to Kelly Tingle. It is important that you identify yourself in that email or your vote will not count. Absentee voting must be complete by 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 13.

    Our Board of Directors helps set the tone, vision and even character of our club for years to come. Thank you in advance for participating in the election and ensuring we have continued outstanding leadership.

  • March Membership Mania Tournament

    During March, the Rotary Club of Indianapolis is hosting our first ever March Membership Mania Tournament!

    We have planned special events to showcase the Best of Rotary during March. If you have been interested in ramping up your Rotary engagement, now is the time! All events require advance registration, but are free to attend. Below are the links to our special events. We look forward to March and helping our club excite, engage and evolve!

    March 6
    Wings and Conversation with Sports Writer Terry Hutchens
    Hutch has been writing about sports and IU Basketball for 20 years and is syndicated in 13 newspapers.
    Punch Bowl Social, 4-5:30 p.m.
    Register at https://marchmaniawings.eventbrite.com (limited space available)

    March 7
    Celebrity H-O-R-S-E Tournament
    Join local personalities for this BIG fun networking and social event.  Winner of the tournament will receive $500 for their favorite charity.
    Hinkle Fieldhouse, 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.
    Register at https://marchmaniahorse.eventbrite.com

    March 17
    Basketball Court Refresh- Service Project
    Families welcome at this service project to improve this community asset.
    Bethel Park Family Center, 10 a.m. – Noon
    Register at https://marchmaniaservice.eventbrite.com

    March 27
    Coffee Q&A with Hat World Founder Scott Molander
    Join us and walk away knowing a little more about Scott’s Hat World story, business acquisitions and perhaps create a networking connection with someone in the room.
    Spoke and Steele at Le Meridien Hotel, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
    Register at https://marchmaniacoffee.eventbrite.com.  (limited space available)

    March 29 
    Behind the Scenes at the Children’s Museum Sports Legends Experience
    This after-hours tour will showcase the amazing $35 million sports utopia opening next month. Adults only, please.
    Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
    Register at https://marchmaniamuseum.eventbrite.com (The event is full.)

  • 2018 Board of Directors Candidates

    2018 Board of Directors Candidates

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis is proud to announce the candidates for our Board of Directors. Fourteen candidates have been divided into two teams, the “Hubs” and “Spokes” and will be presenting their qualifications and passions during our lunch program on Tuesday, March 6. Rotarians will select seven directors on Tuesday, March 13. In the meantime, this is your chance to get to know some of the candidates by reading the info forms that each candidate completed. Go here to find out more about the candidates.

  • 28th Street Closure at Ivy Tech

    Please note that starting January 2 through the end of October 2018, Meridian and Pennsylvania Streets will be closed at 28th Street near Ivy Tech Community College Culinary and Conference Center. Please allow yourself extra time to get to Rotary on Tuesdays during this project.

    Detours will be clearly posted during construction. Please note that Capitol Avenue is now open.

    You can find the detour map here.

    If you are coming from the North:

    • You can access the Culinary and Conference Center from Meridian Street

    If you are coming from the South:

    • Follow the detour from Fall Creek to Illinois Street

    *Parking: If the surface lot near the Culinary and Conference Center is full you will still be able to access the surface lot and parking garage south of the Conference Center.

    For more information about the project, visit DigIndyTunnel.com.

  • Reminder: No Meeting December 19 & 26

    As a reminder we will not be meeting December 19 or 26. We hope you enjoy your time off with your friends and family. Join us back at Ivy Tech Community College Culinary and Conference Center on January 2 with Wayne Schmidt, CEO and Founder of Schmidt Associates.

  • 2017 Indianapolis Rotary Foundation Annual Report

    2017 Indianapolis Rotary Foundation Annual Report

    The Rotary Foundation of Indianapolis is a private, stand-alone corporation that serves as the primary community charitable arm of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis.

    Annual contributions to the Foundation are added to an eternal endowment fund and allocated income from that fund is utilized to support grants for charitable and educational purposes, primarily in the Indianapolis and Central Indiana areas. Download the 2017 Annual Report.

    Would you like to make a donation?

  • Help Riley Kids!

    Help Riley Kids!

    November 28th kicks off our annual gift drive for Riley Hospital. Look for the Riley Plea Tree at our regular Tuesday luncheons on November 28th, December 5th and December 12th.

    The Riley Plea Tree is a tabletop holiday tree with “ornamental tags” that are wish list items designated by our Riley Hospital contact person. Rotarians are encouraged to pull a tag, buy that item, and return it to a Rotary meeting. The gifts we provide are much needed and so appreciated by Riley patients and families, and are distributed directly to patient rooms by the Riley Cheer Guild. We hope you include this as part of your giving this holiday season.

  • It’s that time of year – Ring that Bell!

    It’s that time of year – Ring that Bell!

    Every year, The Rotary Club of Indianapolis competes with our friends at the downtown Kiwanis Club to see who can raise the most for The Salvation Army!  Last year, we lost our beloved trophy, but this year, with your help, we can regain our title!

    There are two ways to support the effort:

    1. Sign up for a 1 hour time slot to help ring bells at Circle Centre Mall on November 30th, December 7th & 14th. Email Jennifer Hobbs to sign up- these spots are filled fast!

    2. Make your donation! Checks can be written to The Salvation Army and given to Jamie Stahl at lunch on Tuesdays, or sent to the office at 650 N. Meridian St., Suite 1A, Indianapolis, IN 46204.  This year, we will also have a credit card machine at Tuesday lunch on November 28th and December 5th. A simple swipe can make a difference!

    Let’s work together to support the work of The Salvation Army and make it the best season ever!

  • Catacombs Event Shows How Indy Rotary Excites, Engages & Evolves

    Catacombs Event Shows How Indy Rotary Excites, Engages & Evolves

    Our club hosted a fantastic recruitment reception at the Catacombs at City Market on Thursday, November 2. Fifty eight guests were treated to food by Sahm’s Catering, drinks from Tom Tap and a short presentation about the unique space. Rotarians Troy Hollings, Andrea Geiger and John Mainella also shared why they are proud to be members of Rotary. If you would like to learn more about our club, or know someone who would benefit from membership, email Kelly or visit our membership page.

  • October 4: 4th Annual Chili Cook-Off!

    October 4: 4th Annual Chili Cook-Off!

    ROTARY 5:31 CLUB/4th Annual Chili Cook-off: Wednesday, October 4th at the Triton Tap Room, 915 Broad Ripple Avenue. Face-Off against other members of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis! Bring your best batch of chili and see how it stands-up to the chili made by other Indy Rotary Club members. Here are the rules! If you are not participating in the contest, PLEASE STILL COME AND BRING FRIENDS! So, like all 5:31 get-togethers, it will be hot, spicy and fun!

    Registration deadline: September 26th! For more information or to enter the contest, contact David Leonards: ieb@prodigy.net

    Reservations and punctuality not required! 5:31 meet-and-greets are our most popular event get-togethers. They are a fun way to get to know folks outside of our regular Tuesday programs. We always meet at a new location somewhere in the city and it is never dull!