Our mission is to connect people, inspire service, and enhance the lives of those we serve.

Club Information

Welcome to Our Club!
Ames

Service Above Self

We meet In Person
Mondays at 12:00 p.m.
The Plex Community Center
5501 George Washington Carver
Ames, IA 50010
United States of America
Phone:
(515) 231-7349
Email:
RotaryClubofAmes@gmail.com
Club Luncheons are held at noon on the first and third Mondays of each month and are live-streamed via the Rotary Club of Ames YouTube Channel. Online club meetings are held monthly on the second and fourth Mondays via a Zoom meeting link.
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Our Upcoming Programs

Club Luncheon at The Plex ~ Mayor John Haila
Feb 16, 2026
City of Ames Update
City of Ames Update

"I love living in Ames! I am passionate about seeing Ames continue to be a great city for current and future generations, and Building The Future of Ames Together!"

Mayor Haila was elected on November 7, 2017, and sworn in on January 2, 2018. He was re-elected on November 3, 2021, and sworn in on January 3, 2022.

Schonerts will provide lunch catering with sandwiches, soup, and cookies.

If you are unable to join in person, please watch on our YouTube Channel. https://youtube.com/live/tqJdRAQXnYA?feature=share

Online Meeting ~ William Timpson
Feb 23, 2026
Rotary Peace Institutes
Online Meeting ~ Betsy Stursma
Mar 02, 2026
Iowa's New Behavioral System
Club Luncheon at The Plex ~ Iver Anderson
Mar 09, 2026
Ames Lab
Off-Site Meeting
Mar 16, 2026
Member Sites
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The Latest Updates

Friendship Ark's Tropical Sangria Escape
Friendship Ark's Tropical Sangria Escape

Friendship Ark's Tropical Sangria Escape is coming right up on April 18th. 

We are currently seeking support through auction items, cash donations, trips, and unique experiences for our auction. The funds we raise will support Friendship Ark, a nonprofit that provides homes and community supports for adults with intellectual disabilities. 

You can find donation ideas and sign-up details here:👉 TSE26DonationLink.


🎟️ Tickets go on sale around March 6th—watch social media and your mailbox for details. 


Questions? Want to get on our mailing list? Planning to donate? Email Beth Lucht at bethl@friendshipark.org.

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Club Executives & Directors

President
Jamie Courtney
President Elect
Tammy Koolbeck
President Elect Designee
Randy Olson
Past President
Katy Crawford McMahon
Executive Secretary/Treasurer
Allyson Walter
Foundation
Karin Sevde
Public Image
Allyson Walter
Membership Chair
Randy Olson
Board of Directors
Jim Baker
Board of Directors
Jennifer Ellis
Board of Directors
Lisa Heddens
Board of Directors
Chris Nelson
Board of Directors
Kris Eastman
Board of Directors
Kristin Pates
Board of Directors
Selden Spencer
Board of Directors
Kate Reynolds
Global Grants
Glen Rippke
Club Service
James Patton
International Service
Dave Fox
Literacy Committee
Lynne Carey
RYLA Coordinator
Park Woodle
Past District Governor
Don Goering

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