Corporate members are invited to a special evening as we learn about customer service from two experts in their field.
You will not want to miss this event! Rotarian Kimble Richardson will be moderating a discussion with Tiffany Hanson (Morales Group) and Leanna Chroman (Huse Culinary) as we learn best practices on providing excellent customer service from hospitality experts.
Corporate members received a special invitation on December 30 via email from Rotarian Zack Conner with registration details. If you are interested in learning more about corporate memberships, please contact the Rotary office at info@indyrotary.org.
The Rotary Board of Directors recently elected new officers Kelle Neibert and Dan Hamilton. Beginning on July 1, Kelle will be serving as Sergeant at Arms and Dan will be serving as Vice President (rising to President in 2027). We look forward to their leadership!
Indianapolis Rotary Foundation AnnouncesCommunity Grant Recipients $130,000 in funding distributed to seven Indianapolis nonprofits
The Indianapolis Rotary Foundation awards annual Community Grants through a competitive application and review process. The Indianapolis Rotary Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024-25 Community Grants.
Child Advocates will receive $25,000 to provide legal representation for youth within the child welfare system facing immigration issues.
Medical Mutts Service Dogs will receive $25,000 to rescue dogs lingering in shelters, train them to detect glucose drops, impending seizures, anxiety/panic attacks and social emotional discomfort. The dogs will then be paired with their human companion and be of service to them for 8-10 years.
Pretty Passionate Hands will receive $25,000 to provide teen parents with parenting classes, education workshops to promote financial literacy and stability, mentorship programs, as well as access to food, household supplies, clothing, childcare, baby toys and equipment.
Westminster Neighborhood Services Inc will receive $25,000 to purchase a box truck. The truck will allow them to pick up food donations for their food pantry, soup kitchen, and youth programs, ensuring no neighbor goes hungry.
The Children’s TherAplay Foundation, Inc. will receive $10,000 for translation services that will assist their families during scheduling, evaluations and therapy sessions.
Domestic Violence Network of Greater Indianapolis Inc. will receive $10,000 to provide the residents of the Martindale Brightwood Neighborhood in need with a Day of Rest, a restorative healing circle, restorative activities and program materials that teach coping skills to address trauma, domestic violence, and self-care strategies.
Freewheelin’ Community Bikes, Inc. will receive $10,000 to support their Mobile Education Bike Lab program. The program is in Indianapolis area schools, youth development centers, libraries, parks and recreation services, and other community organizations strategically identified in “bike deserts” with less access to bicycle education programs.
The Indianapolis Rotary Foundation is a private, stand-alone corporation that serves as the community charitable arm of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis. Each year, the Foundation generously donates over $250,000 annually to projects and organizations in the Central Indiana Area that promote the Rotary motto of “Service Above Self.”
Want to contribute to the Indianapolis Rotary Foundation? Donate here.
The Rotary Club of Indianapolis is one of the largest and most active Rotary Clubs in the world. Founded in 1913, the club has compiled an extensive record as one the leading supporters and contributors to the quality of life in Indianapolis. For further information about the Rotary Club of Indianapolis, visit indyrotary.org
The Community Service Committee is excited to announce a service opportunity with Gleaners Food Bank. They are looking for 25 volunteers to help serve on Saturday, January 18, from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. Friends and family ages 13+ are welcome to attend. To sign up to volunteer, please complete the online form.
What to expect during your shift:
Want a sneak peek of your volunteer project? Check out this video.
Volunteers will be loading cars, directing traffic, and bagging bulk food items for our food pantry drive-thru distribution
This project is indoors, with some positions outdoors directing traffic. The garage doors will be open on both ends of the building so the chute will be colder in the winter. Please dress for the weather.
This project does require repetitive light lifting (think loading your groceries in the car) and bending, but some accommodations can be made. Please let Gleaners know prior to signing up or when you arrive if you need light-duty accommodations.
Questions? Contact Community Service Committee Co-Chairs Autumn Bryant and Paul Sammons.
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!
We will be ringing bells December 5th, 10th, and 17th from noon till 7 p.m. at the Kroger at 71st and Binford Ave. We had a great response to our bell ringing ask and all 42 slots have been filled. Thank you!
NOW you can help us raise much needed funds for The Salvation Army. You can make your donation by visiting our Rotarian ringers at Kroger, mail your contribution to the Rotary Office at 133 W. Market Street, Suite 232, Indianapolis, IN 46204 or donate online.
Let’s work together to support the work of The Salvation Army and make it the best season ever!
The 4-Way Test Program is an amazing opportunity which allows Rotarians to interact with students, giving them ideas/techniques and tactics for great decision making throughout their lives!
These activities are vital to the student’s growth and foundation, and we promise the experience is rewarding, eye-opening and fun!
Join us for our 4-Way Test on Wednesday, December 4 from 8:30 to 10:30 am at Christel House South Academy.
Contact Michael Crowley for additional details and to volunteer.
Join the Rotary Club of Indianapolis 5:31 Club at the Columbia Club on Wednesday, December 4. Special music provided by Rotarian Steve Harris (sax) and Rotarian David Leonards (on the Hoagy Carmichael grand piano).
Who: Rotarians, friends, guests, and anyone wanting to learn more about Rotary.
What: No agenda, just the regular monthly social get-together.
When: December 4, from 5:31 pm till 7:00 pm, or whenever you can be there.
Where: Columbia Club, 121 Monument Circle, Indianapolis
It is fast approaching that time of year – Salvation Army Bell Ringing! Please sign up to “ring the bells” for the Salvation Army this year. It is a very long tradition with our Rotary Club. And in recent years we have made it a competition with Kiwanis!! It is no secret we would like to win this year.
Please sign up on the Google sheet – all are welcome to more than one time slot! We will ring the bells December 5, December 12, and December 19 at the entrance of Kroger at 71st & Binford Ave. Slots are for one hour 12:00 noon – 6:00 p.m.. The Salvation Army will drop off a Red Kettle at Noon and pick it up at 7:00 p.m. Thanks in advance for your help!
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Rotary Club of Indianapolis will be moving our weekly Tuesday programs to The Rathskeller starting this Tuesday, November 5, 2024. All committee meetings scheduled for before and after our weekly programs will also be relocated to The Rathskeller.
Programs and Lunch The cost for members to attend programs and have lunch will remain the same. The Rathskeller will offer a limited lunch menu for personal meal selections. You may purchase your program and meal ticket ahead of time on Square or on-site when you arrive at the registration table. If you are purchasing lunch, then you will present your meal ticket to the waiter who will take your order.
Parking There are several parking options available near The Rathskeller: – Murat Shrine Parking Lot: Free parking available; just walk a block south on North New Jersey Street to The Rathskeller (corner of E. Michigan and N. New Jersey Streets). – Metered Street Parking: Available on Michigan Street, New Jersey Street, Massachusetts Avenue, East Street, and Vermont Street, starting at $1.75/hour. – Block 20 Parking Garage: Located just east of The Rathskeller at 428 N. East Street. Reserve your parking ahead of time online and use coupon code: BIERGARTEN23 for $5 off parking.
We thank you in advance for your patience and grace as we make this transition to a new location. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Stan Jacobs, Jamie Hanan, Marie Koenig, or any of the other officers.
