Why did you join your Rotary club? I’m guessing it was because you wanted to give back to your community and the world and a friend invited you. If that’s the case, it’s your turn to do the same for someone you know!
August is Membership Month — and Rotary Club of Sioux City is on the Move! Learn more about their efforts to increase membership and meet some new Rotarians!
August is Membership Month! Show your Rotary pride by posting the Rotary or Rotaract “Proud Member” graphic on social media along with a few words about why you joined and why you stay.
VOLUNTEERS WANTER for three Rotary Wheelchair Projects. The first is tentatively dated Monday, October 20 - October 28 or 31. All costs will come in around $2,200 per person. Please let me know, Mark Siemonsma, 712.470.0298 or msiemons@hopehaven.org, if you have questions or desire to help us.
Get ready to gather with Rotarians from across District 5610 for a weekend of inspiration, learning, and fellowship! The Rotary District 5610 District Conference will take place on October 17–18, 2025 at South Dakota Military Heritage Alliance, 1600 W Russell St, Sioux Falls, SD 57104. See the proposed agenda on the registration site. Register.
Priscilla Kinoshita, a Youth Exchange student we hosted 17 years ago from Brazil, will be in Rapid City with her husband Rafael and her 6 month old son, Hiroyuki. They will be here from July 16 to 20. Pri is so excited to share our area with her husband and son. She is eager to see all Rushmore Rotarians. Pri is truly amazing and shares her bubbly personality with everyone. It's wonderful to see how Rotary Youth Exchange can change a young person's life
The Rotary Club of Sioux Falls-West continues to embody the Rotary spirit of Service Above Self through hands-on projects that directly impact the local community. From adding fresh coats of paint to the walls at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore, to rolling up their sleeves and cleaning the riverbanks one bag at a time, these Rotarians are always ready to serve. Their dedication doesn’t depend on the weather or the size of the team—whether it’s raining or shining, solo or side by side, this club shows up.
Downtown Sioux Falls Rotary Club proudly announces the completion of Rotary Way, a transformative inclusive playground project at Jacobson Plaza at The Falls. This innovative playground, located just north of the Levitt Shell at 810 N Phillips Ave, embodies the Rotary Club's commitment to fostering inclusivity and accessibility in our community.
Rotary has the power to make waves — literally. On Earth Day, April 22, 2026, Rotary Clubs across four states will unite for a powerful, multi-district clean water project. Together, we’ll show the world the impact Rotary makes when we take action on one of our most critical causes — clean water and sanitation.
Members of the Northern Black Hills Rotary Club came together with gloves, tools, and plenty of enthusiasm to give Rotary Park a fresh, clean look. The group worked side-by-side to pick up litter, pull weeds, and tidy up the grounds — all in the spirit of creating a welcoming space for the community to enjoy.
The Custer Rotary Club meets every Monday at noon at the Custer Senior Center. The club currently has around 25 members from all walks of life. From retired engineers to financial planners, journalists to realtors, the club is a mix of different ages and professions that makes meetings interesting and fun. Join them if you are in the area! Read on to learn about their "trophy with a twist" and more about their club.
Congratulations to Rene Sorenson from Rushmore Rotary along with her RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Association) co-chair, Kiersten Lange, who received the Rotary Hero Award, presented to them by past District Governor of 5630, Deb McCaslin, for their dedication and hard work ensuring RYLA camp remains at its highest standard in growing our future leaders. The award highlights acts of heroism, outstanding community service, or dedication to Rotary's ideals.
The Rushmore Rotary Club continues to exemplify Rotary’s commitment to service and community impact. Their recent Children’s Home Society Golf Tournament, held at the beautiful Arrowhead Golf Club, was not only a fun day on the greens—it was a major success in fundraising!
Rotary International's commitment to literacy is a cornerstone of its mission to empower individuals through education. More than 775 million people over the age of 15 are illiterate. That’s 17 percent of the world’s adult population.
Our goal is to strengthen the capacity of communities to support basic education and literacy, reduce gender disparity in education, and increase adult literacy. We support education for all children and literacy for children and adults.
Join us in Taipei, Taiwan, for the Rotary International Convention – 13–17 June 2026! This dynamic city is the perfect place to celebrate Rotary with friends old and new. From inspiring sessions to unforgettable cultural experiences, you won’t want to miss it! Click here to register and book your hotel
New Rotary year, fresh opportunities—and the perfect time to check how your club is showing up online! Take a moment to visit your club’s website and social media pages. Are you using your Club Masterbrand logo? Some clubs are still displaying outdated theme logos or missing the official branding altogether. That’s an easy fix that makes a big difference! Consistent branding not only shows that we're part of something bigger—it helps the public instantly recognize who we are and what we do.
The Rotary Club of Rapid City is celebrating the life of Dr. Reuben Bareis, 1928-2025. Reuben’s service to his Club and community was measured by time… but was distinguished by deep moral conviction and love for all mankind.
As we begin a new Rotary year, now is the perfect time for clubs to refresh their public image and set the tone for a successful year of service and engagement. A strong public image helps attract new members, strengthen community partnerships, and showcase the incredible impact your club makes locally and globally.
