From the President

Jeffry Jack

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Welcome to the Lawrence Rotary Club!
 
The theme for Rotary this year is, “Rotary Creates Hope in the World”.  Through my years as a Rotarian, I’ve found that this theme has played out.  Rotary is a place where I can become more than just one person trying to enact change and create hope.  I can join with a group of fellow Rotarians here in Lawrence and across the world to have a real possibility of accomplishing meaningful change.  Hope for all. 
The Lawrence Rotary Club will be 104 years old this year.  One hundred and four years of creating hope and doing good together.  We meet each Monday at noon at Maceli’s in downtown Lawrence to hear from inspirational speakers and to enjoy the fellowship of others creating “Hope in the World.”  Please join us in this great endeavor. 
Lawrence Rotary Club
The Lawrence Rotary Club was chartered in 1917. Since that time its members have steadfastly served its local and international communities.  In this second century of Rotary, we are committed, as ever, to furthering the objectives of Rotary International and The Rotary Foundation, through Service Above Self.
INFORMATION OF INTEREST

Our club's addresses:  rotarylawrence@gmail.com, and Lawrence Rotary Club, P.O. Box 442162, Lawrence, KS 66044, are addresses through which you can contact our club president or any other club officer or committee chair with comments, questions, suggestions, to request a leave of absence, or if you find you must resign from the club (although we hope that never happens!).  The mailboxes are checked each business day.

Our Rotary club is on Facebook, Instagram and X.  The e-mail address is rotarylawrence@gmail.com   On Facebook, see www.facebook.com/lawrencerotary  On Instagram, see https://www.instagram.com/lawrenceks_rotary_club/  On X, see https://x.com/rotary_lawrence

All prospective members may attend Rotary meetings with their sponsor at no charge to the sponsor.  Please note on the Guest Sign-In Sheet that your guest is a prospective member, to avoid being billed for his/her meal.

Leaves of absence may be requested if you will be unable to attend club meetings for a minimum of six weeks in a row, for up to six months.  If approved by the club's Board of Directors, you will continue to be billed quarterly for dues, but will not be billed for meals during the leave period.  To request a leave, contact the club by email or post, at the addresses listed above.

WINTER 2026 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT CORDLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Our friends at Cordley Elementary School have several annual events where they could use the helping hands and big hearts of our Rotary Club members. These opportunities are a great way to support our local youth, strengthen our partnership with the school, and make a real impact.
 
Culture Fest Potluck
Wed, Feb 4th (2 separate shifts: 5:30-7pm & 6:45-8:15pm)
 
Book Fair
Wed & Thurs, Feb 11th & 12th (morning, afternoon & evening shifts available)
 
SIGN UP FOR BOTH HERE: tinyurl.com/RotaryCordley2526
 
Whether you can give an hour or an afternoon, your presence will make a difference. These events are always fun, high-energy, and deeply appreciated by the students and staff alike.
 
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VOLUNTEERING AT JUST FOOD
Peter Luckey manages the volunteer Rotarians who help out at Just Food on the 2nd Thursday of each month. He recruits four people for shift one (9 am to 10:30 am) and four for shift two (10:30 am to noon).
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THE BLUE CUPS - HELPING OUR COMMUNITY
Thanks to all who support the Blue Cups!  This easy way of giving helps so many, every year.
 
Blue Cup donations for 2025-2026:
 
December 2025: O'Connell Children's Shelter
November 2025: $392.25 Cordley Elementary School PTA
October 2025: $312.00 Dads of Douglas County
September 2025: $330.00 I-Can Project (Lawrence Schools Foundation)
August 2025: $287.00 Cardinal Housing
July 2025: $367.57 Lawrence Humane Society
 
ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL BELLRINGING
Thank you to everyone who volunteered with Lawrence Rotary Club to ring bells for Salvation in Lawrence on Saturday, December 6th! Our group was responsible for raising a total of $1,592.71, which works out to more than $50/hr for each bell ringer.
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BOARD MEMBERS
Our thanks to the following members for serving on the club's Board of Directors for the 2025-26 Rotary year: President Jeffry Jack, Max Fridell, Heather Hoy, Cindy Johnson, Earl Reineman, John Ross, Randy Weinkauf, Kate White, and Keith Wood.
ARBORETUM TREE MARKERS
If you want to purchase a tree marker for a tree in the Arboretum, please contact Kay Brada, kaybrada@gmail.com. Kay is a Lawrence Rotary Club member and serves all three clubs in Lawrence. Keep in mind that there is often a waiting list for free trees provided by Lawrence Parks and Recreation. The tree must be available, then the marker requested. The marker is $125 for non-Rotarians and $100 for Rotarians. Trees may also be purchased for $500. Please don't hesitate to contact Pam for detailed information—many thanks for making the Arboretum a special place.
Club Information
Lawrence

Service Above Self

We meet In Person
Mondays at 12:00 p.m.
Maceli's Catering Venue
1031 New Hampshire Street
Lawrence, KS 66044
United States of America
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Club Officers
President
Jeffry Jack
President Elect
Heather Hoy
Treasurer
Randall Weinkauf
Secretary
Keith Wood
Immediate Past President
Cindy Johnson
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