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The League of Women Voters of Ames and Story County invites you to the State of the Community, where you can hear from a panel of community leaders. 
Friday, January 23 at CityChurch Ames
Please RSVP at  https://www.uwstory.org/form/state-of-the-community https://www.uwstory.org/form/state-of-the-community

 If you have difficulty with the link, please contact prez.lwvasc@gmail.com
 

The Boys & Girls Clubs Gala is an annual event where we are always looking for support through auction items or unique experiences for people to bid on throughout the year—sports memorabilia, exceptional experiences, or creative packages—that will excite bidders and help raise funds for the local youth in Story County. If you have an idea or something to donate, please get in touch with Judge Johnston. 

Stay tuned in February—we'll send out the Silent Auction link so you can see what items we've gathered and even place a bid if you'd like!
 

United Way of Story County, in partnership with the Story County Community Foundation, is launching a new Board Leadership Training (BLT) program. BLT is intended for community members not currently serving on nonprofit boards, but interested in growing their skills and serving on local boards in the future. 

The National Civics Bee® is a nonpartisan civics competition that invites 6th, 7th, and 8th graders to share ideas for improving their communities. Hosted locally by the Ames Regional Economic Alliance in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the competition encourages students to engage in civics while showcasing their knowledge and creativity.

Join us for an unforgettable day of basketball and giving back at the Iowa Wolves Rotary Polio Plus Night at Casey's Center on February 22nd at 3:00 PM.

Embrace the excitement of State Fair Day, complete with a delightful petting zoo featuring goats, cows, and a charming donkey. Dive into the fun of carnival games and showcase your creativity with butter sculpting! 

The Club YouTube Channel has meeting recordings posted every week. If you've missed a meeting, please visit https://www.youtube.com/@rotaryclubofames to watch the recording. You may also subscribe to the channel to be notified when the recording is posted. 

What does being a Paul Harris Fellow mean?

A Paul Harris Fellow is someone recognized for making a significant impact on others. The Foundation awards this recognition to those who contribute $ 1,000, which is used for humanitarian efforts worldwide. A club honors individuals for service to the club or community. 

Please remember to bring your Potential Member nominations to our weekly meetings or email the name and contact information to RotaryClubofAmes@gmail.com.

We are forming a Membership Committee. If you are willing to get involved, please let Randy Olson know, or email RotaryClubofAmes@gmail.com

Thank you for keeping our club strong so we can continue to make a big impact on our community and the world!

The second of four Rotary Foundation Receptions, hosted by DG Norlan Hinke, was a great success in Ames on November 3rd! The evening at Della Viti Wine Bar, hosted by the Rotary Club of Ames and Ames Morning Rotary, brought together around 30 Rotarians from across the district for excellent fellowship and, of course, a little wine.

Gage Haines, founder of the current Iowa State University Rotaract Club, received a Paul Harris Recognition at the November 3rd Club Meeting.

Rotary is more than just a club—it’s a family. We know that every member, even those dedicated to service, sometimes faces personal struggles, injuries, or illnesses. To ensure we can genuinely care for one another, the Board of Directors has enthusiastically approved the creation of The Rotary Cares Committee.