Category: News

  • Rotary District Awards

    Rotary District Awards

    This past weekend, the 2022-2023 You Are Appreciated Awards were presented during the Rotary District 6560 Fall Forum by Immediate Past District Governor Mekey McAllen. Congratulations to Indy Rotarians Tracey Danner-Odenwelder the “Richard Kendall Award for Service to Humanity” recipient and Stan Jacobs for “Rotarian of the Year.”

  • September 13: 5:31 Club

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

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

    When: Wednesday, September 13 at 5:31 p.m.

    Where: Broad Ripple Brewpub, 842 E 65th St, Indianapolis, IN 46220
    Guests can enjoy the Brewpub’s exquisite cuisine and beverages which includes British, American and Vegetarian/Vegan cuisine and fresh handcrafted beers brewed on the premises!

    In addition to 5:31 Club – the Tails and Ales event by Pet Friendly Services of Indiana will be at Broad Ripple Brewpub from 5:30 – 8 p.m.! This event provides small animal rescues the opportunity to introduce themselves and some of their adoptable animals. 

  • August 18: Polo at Sunset

    Come for an evening of great fun at Hickory Hall Polo Club.

    Pack your picnic baskets, grab your drinks, and join the Rotary Club of Indianapolis for a Polo Party at Sunset benefiting the Indianapolis Children’s Choir.

    BYOB – please bring food, drinks, chairs, and tailgate items while you enjoy an evening of polo with a terrific Indiana sunset. Look for the Rotary tent when you get there.

    All are welcome!

    Contact Abby Harlan with questions.

    Admission: $40 per car
    Gates open at 5 p.m.
    March starts at 6 p.m.

    Want to carpool?
    Meet at Kroger Parking Lot, 10679 N. Michigan Road, Zionsville, IN 46077 at 5:15 p.m. 

  • August 29: Community Networking Event

    August 29: Community Networking Event

    You’re invited to an afternoon of fun and networking with INSPIREsmall.biz and the Rotary Club of Indianapolis at the Murat Shrine in downtown Indianapolis.

    On August 29 (in place of our Tuesday lunch program) we will be hosting a community networking event. Join us for an afternoon of new connections, light appetizers and cash bar from 3-6 p.m. All are welcome!

    Register before Tuesday, August 22 to have your contact information included in the event booklet. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/656211976687

  • April 5: 5:31 Club

    Join the Rotary Club of Indianapolis 5:31 Club at Seasons 52 at Keystone at the Crossing on April 5th.

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

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

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

    Where: 8650 Keystone Crossing, Indianapolis, IN 46240

  • 2023 Community Grants: Apply Online

    2023 Community Grants: Apply Online

    The 2023 Indianapolis Rotary Foundation Community Grant guidelines have been posted. The Foundation intends to award two grants of $25,000 and two grants of $10,000.

    The online grant application can be found here. Applications are due by June 21, 2023. Applicants must be 501(c)3 nonprofits who serve the charitable and educational needs of Central Indiana.

    You can find out more about the Indianapolis Rotary Foundation here.

  • New Board of Directors Announced

    On Tuesday, March 14, 2023 the Rotary Club of Indianapolis elected eight members to serve on the Board of Directors for two years, beginning on July 1, 2023. We are pleased to welcome the following community leaders to serve our club in leadership positions.


    Angela Cecil, BMO Harris Bank
    Erika Earl, RJE Business Interiors
    John Fenoglio, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
    Carrie Lahr, Riley Children’s Health
    Joshua Lloyd, Teacher’s Credit Union
    Jami Marsh, IU Health
    Val Morris, Community Health Network
    Jim Patton, Lifetime Financial Group of Indianapolis

  • Salvation Army Bell Ringing

    Salvation Army Bell Ringing

    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 1, 8, and 15 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! 

  • 5:31 Club – Winterlights at Newfield

    Experience the wonder of nearly two million lights glittering in the garden this holiday season at Winterlights on Wednesday, Dec. 7th at 5:30pm.  

    Dress warmly for this outdoor walking event. Beverages and snacks are available for purchase and there’s a firepit where we can linger and warm up. This is a family-friendly event. All ages love twinkling lights and exploring cool pathways! 

    We’ll meet in the parking lot as we lineup for the 5:30pm admittance. Grab your tickets right away, as Newfields always sells out. Be sure to purchase tickets for the 5:30pm time slot (Wednesday, Dec. 7th)

    Learn More & Get Your Tickets here.

    Afterward, we’ll head to Chatham Tap (Butler Campus) for dinner. 

  • November 16: Corporate Membership Breakfast Series

    Corporate membership breakfasts are back and the next one is quickly approaching on Wednesday, November 16th at Conner Insurance.

    The meetings will be from 7:30 am – 9:00 am with the first 20-30 minutes dedicated to networking/introductions/business items, etc. followed by a 45-minute speaker presentation with time for Q&A.

    On November 16 we will hear from sought after speaker, author and advisor, CJ McClanahan.

    Since 2003, CJ has spent more than 10,000 hours in front of entrepreneurs, executives and their teams helping them achieve personal and professional breakthrough goals.

    However, no matter how much success his clients achieved, few ever seemed to truly enjoy the journey. It didn’t matter if they doubled their income or became CEO – it never seemed to be enough.

    CJ has spent the last 19 years uncovering strategies to help fellow recovering overachievers get more satisfaction and joy in their lives while still achieving their professional goals.


    This event is for Rotary Club of Indianapolis Corporate Members or those interested in becoming a corporate member. Please register on Eventbrite if you plan on attending.

    Save the date for the following future corporate member breakfasts:
    Wednesday, January 11, 2023
    Wednesday, April 12, 2023
    Wednesday, July 12, 2023

    If your organization would be willing to host a meeting, please reach out to Zack Conner or Kimble Richardson.