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  • New Meeting Location Starting July 12

    New Meeting Location Starting July 12

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis is thrilled to announce that beginning July 12, 2022 our club will meet for weekly Tuesday meetings at the recently renovated Murat Shrine, located at 510 New Jersey Street. This is a partnership that has so many wonderful benefits and we are excited for the future of the club. 

    We will continue to offer a hot lunch buffet option at our current pricing. We encourage everyone to signup for the Rotary Value Club (RVC), our prepay lunch program that helps you save on your weekly lunch and program costs. By joining RVC you can save up to $288! Sign up for RVC at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. 

    When attending meetings please enter the parking lot (free of charge) from E. North Street. You will enter the building on the northside under the Murat Shrine canopy. We will be meeting on the first floor in the Tunisian Room.

  • July 5:31 Club – Guggman Haus

    Join the Rotary Club of Indianapolis 5:31 Club at the Guggman Haus Brewing Co on Wednesday, July 6.

    Who: Rotarians, friends, guests, and anyone wanting to learn more about Rotary.

    What: No agenda, just the regular monthly social get-together.

    When: July 6, from 5:31 pm till 7:00 pm, or whenever you can be there. 

    Where: 1701 Gent Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202 (The old stomping grounds of the Boyle Racing Headquarters on the northwest side of downtown Indianapolis.)

    Other Details: Family and pet friendly. Free parking is available in the paved lot across the street. 
  • 2022 Celebration Event Sponsors

    2022 Celebration Event Sponsors

    Thank you to the following sponsors of the 2022 Gleaners Food Bank of Central Indiana Celebration Event & Fundraiser:

    Title:
    Gleaners Food Bank of Central Indiana

    Platinum:
    Barnes & Thornburg
    Bedel Financial

    Gold:
    Indianapolis Colts
    RecycleForce & Keys2Work

    Danny Danielson Award:
    Stifel

    Reception:
    Gregory & Appel

    Silver:
    RJE Business Interiors
    Schuetz Insurance Services
    Woodard, Emhardt, Henry, Reeves & Wagner, LLP

    Bronze:
    Cape Fletcher & Associates
    FCCI Insurance Group
    Greenwalt CPAs
    Paramount Schools of Excellence
    Sutton Garten

    People of Action:
    Borshoff
    Ramona Adams
    Peggy Blackard
    Larry Brodnik
    Jenny Dexter
    Tom Fisher
    Stan Jacobs
    Jeff Moffatt
    David Stamper
    Don Steffy

  • June 28: Celebration Event After Party

    June 28: Celebration Event After Party

    Come join us at the totally renovated Murat Shriners Bar following our annual Celebration Event honoring departing President Don and incoming President Jenny. Parking is free and we’ll have light snacks available.  Beverages are available for purchase.

    You’ll get a preview of the beautiful new dining room and adjoining bar where future meetings will be held in the Year of Dexter.

    Murat Oasis Lounge, 510 N. New Jersey Street, Indianapolis, 46204

    Tickets for the Celebration Event and Fundraiser can be purchased at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/

  • June 18: Beautification Service Project

    Please join your friends from the Environment & Beautification Committee at a Tower clean up for the Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired.

    We will be weeding, planting shrubs and perennials, and mulching at the INSBVI Tower on June 18th from 9am to 12pm. Looking forward to a nice, summer day of service. Families and guests are welcome to attend.

    Sign up here to volunteer.

  • June 1: 5:31 Club

    June 1: 5:31 Club

    Join the Rotary Club of Indianapolis 5:31 Club at the home of Norm and Lana Melzer on Wednesday, June 1 for drinks in their splendid garden. 

    Who: Rotarians, friends, guests, and anyone wanting to learn more about Rotary.

    What: No agenda, just the regular monthly social get-together.

    When: June 1, from 5:31 pm till 7:00 pm, or whenever you can be there. Rain date June 8. 

    Where: 7932 Springwater Court, Indianapolis, 46256
  • Long Time Rotarian, Paul Raikes Passes Away

    Long Time Rotarian, Paul Raikes Passes Away

    Paul L. Raikes, age 95, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on Monday, May 9, 2022. Paul was born March 19, 1927.

    Paul joined the Rotary Club of Indianapolis in 1976 and had 38 years of perfect attendance. He was a Paul Harris Fellow, served on the Rotary Board of Directors and was recognized as Rotarian of the Year in 2014.

    A gathering of family and friends for Paul will be held Wednesday, May 18, 2022 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, followed by a celebration of life from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Crown Hill Memorial Chapel, 700 West 38th Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 46208

    Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.crownhill.org for the Raikes family.

  • 2022 Celebration Event & Fundraiser

    2022 Celebration Event & Fundraiser

    It’s time to celebrate Rotary Reemerging.

    Every year the Rotary Club of Indianapolis reflects on our impact over the prior year with a celebration! 

    What to expect:

    • Camaraderie
    • Fun
    • Food
    • Silent auction
    • Reflections on our community impact, community beautification, world community service over the last year
    • Installation and celebration of our new president and board
    • Celebration of President Don! 

    In-person Deets:
    June 28th, 2022
    Tinker House Events: 1101 E 16th Street, Indianapolis
    5:30 pm – cocktail hour
    6:30 pm – dinner served
    7:00 pm – program
    Cost: $60/per person – register at rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/

    After Party will be at the Murat Shrine Oasis Lounge: 510 N. New Jersey Street, Indianapolis. Parking is free and we’ll have light snacks available. Beverages are available for purchase.

    Check out photos from last year!

    *Please note: all contributions to this event (ticket price, silent auction, and sponsorships) go to benefit the club. The club is not a 501(c)3 and thus gifts made are not tax deductible.

    Sponsorship Opportunities

    We hope you or your business will consider sponsoring the dinner. Multiple sponsorships are available if you’re interested in supporting your club in this way. 

    This fundraiser helps to support our club’s bottom line so we can provide better experiences for Rotarians as we learn about and support our community. Thank you for your consideration. 

    Contact the office at info@indyrotary.org if you’re interested in this opportunity or go to rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/ to reserve your sponsorship today.

  • May 4: 5:31 Club

    Join the Rotary Club of Indianapolis 5:31 Club at Luciana’s at Keystone at the Crossing on Wednesday, May 4. We will be meeting on the patio.

    Who: Rotarians, friends, guests, and anyone wanting to learn more about Rotary.

    What: No agenda, just the regular monthly social get-together.

    When: May 4, from 5:31 pm till 7:00 pm, or whenever you can be there.

    Where: Luciana’s, Keystone Crossing, 3716 E. 82nd Street, Indianapolis

  • 7,218 Meals Headed to Ukraine

    7,218 Meals Headed to Ukraine


    This past Saturday, 14 Rotarians along with 13 guests packed 7,218 meals at Pack Away Hunger, which has made arrangements for the food to be sent to Ukraine through Romania.

    Rotarian and Pack Away Hunger Executive Director Abby Harlan showed a news video prepared by her contact at the UN Foundation, Christina Katrakis. The video makes clear how desperate the situation in Ukraine is and lets us know that our food shipment is needed and welcome.


    The more than $2,300 needed to pay for the rice, soy, vegetables and vitamins came from both an Indianapolis Rotary Foundation Civic Entrepreneurship Grant and from the Community Service Committee’s funding, also from our Foundation.

    Many thanks to those who made time Saturday to help and to the Indianapolis Rotary Foundation.