Projects
Alzheimer's Education
North Columbus Rotary Club members would join Caregivers and their afflicted charges for live music & afternoon ice cream party. The Caregivers would be presented a Guide for Caregivers on how to help their loved one. A long time member of our club is the band leader. Expect 4 Rotarians attending each presentation. The gift handbook is approximately $14,99 on Amazon.
Boston Butt Fundraiser
Our annual Boston Butt fundraiser goes to support the GRSP program. We coordinate with a local vendor to purchase and prepare 5-6 lbs Boston Butts. The sale is promoted for several weeks leading up to the Super Bowl with the intention of getting people to purchase as part of their celebrations. The butts are sold for $45 with an estimated profit of $23 per item. There is minimal overhead due to each member being responsible to sell at least 3 tickets. The tickets are sold and then volunteers meet to provide a drive-up delivery service. Those who purchased can drive up to a convenient location to pick up their orders.
Bourbon Tasting Fundraiser
A unique evening of spirits and camaraderie at the Bourbon Tasting fundraiser, dedicated to supporting the Georgia Rotary Student Program (GRSP). Participants had the exclusive opportunity to sample four distinct bourbons, expertly introduced by a professional bourbon steward who shared the rich history and unique facts about each selection. Guests also enjoyed networking and mingling with both Rotary members and non-members, fostering connections and promoting the objectives of Rotary. This event served a dual purpose: to raise funds for the GRSP program, and to provide an engaging and enjoyable experience for attendees. The project plan includes careful selection of bourbons, coordination with the bourbon steward, venue arrangement, and promotion to attract a diverse audience. The fundraiser is expected to benefit both Rotary members and the wider community, with an estimated attendance of 40 - 60 participants.
Feeding the Valley
The Rotary Club, committed to community welfare, organized a box-packing initiative for Feeding the Valley. In two shifts, each lasting 45-60 minutes, 10 dedicated volunteers per shift came together to pack essential food boxes. The project's purpose is clear: to address immediate hunger needs in our community. The project plan included meticulous organization, ensuring seamless shifts and maximizing our efficiency in packing boxes for distribution to needy families. The project benefits vulnerable families facing food insecurity. Our volunteers, driven by a shared commitment to service, packed nutritious items to provide immediate relief. This initiative aligns with Rotary's ethos of making a tangible impact on local communities.
House of Heroes
Our project revolved around participating in the House of Heroes annual gift-wrapping fundraiser, a heartwarming initiative aimed at making the holiday season special for everyone while contributing to a noble cause. The primary purpose of our project is to raise funds for House of Heroes, an organization dedicated to providing vital services for our deserving veterans. Members of the Rotary Club have committed to dedicating their time and energy to the holiday gift wrap fundraiser, working in 2.5-hour shifts at the mall. The gift-wrapping service operates on a donation basis, allowing patrons to contribute an amount of their choice for the wrapping of their gifts. All proceeds generated from this fundraiser will go directly to supporting the services provided by House of Heroes. This includes home repairs, accessibility modifications, and other crucial support for veterans and their families.
House of Heroes Work Day
Serving as a volunteer on a House of Heroes project is fun, easy and best of all rewarding. It鈥檚 easy to be a volunteer, all you need is a few hours and a willing spirit. You don鈥檛 have to possess any home repair or construction skills. Potential volunteer opportunities at house project include: 路 Yard work such as pulling weeds, trimming bushes, etc. 路 Cleaning windows 路 Painting and prepping for painting 路 Being a runner for the team captain- picking up additional supplies, lunch for volunteers or anything else that comes up 路 Being a homeowner helper. Keeping the homeowner occupied while volunteers are working is very important!
St. Francis Women's Hospital 10th Birthday
n collaboration with St. Francis Emory Healthcare Women's Hospital, our Rotary Club embarked on a district grant-supported project to mark the hospital's 10th anniversary. The project aimed to enhance maternal and child health by supporting a community event celebrating all babies born at the hospital in the last decade. Our project plan involved purchasing books for every child attending the community-wide event, ensuring accessibility to literature that many homes might not afford. This initiative not only celebrated the hospital's commitment to maternal and child health but also contributed to early childhood literacy, recognizing its crucial role in child development. Members also volunteered to take turns reading to the children in attendance. The project directly benefits children in the community, by providing each child with a book, we aimed to promote literacy and create a positive impact on their early learning experiences.