This is such an exciting time for our Salt Lake City Club!!! I'm hopeful that you and family, friends and others will join you on October 17 for the Celebration of our Distinguished Rotarians, Gene Banks and Mike Deputy. I look forward to connecting with Mayor Mendenhall and many other wonderful attendees- current, past and future Rotarians and friends. We are very fortunate to have many generous sponsors- thank you to Roger Thompson who is our presenting sponsor.
Thanks for the wonderful work of our Gala committee, chaired by Tom Thatcher, with help from Duane Millard, Paul Stringham, Jeff Young, Joan Sharp, Kristy Walker, Denise Johnsen, Paula Fellingham, and Jacqui Voland. A lot of people have contributed to the work behind the scenes to make this event possible. My thanks go out to you all.
Friday, October 17 is going to be a night to remember! 🎉
An evening of elegance, fun, and celebration!
Our club committees have been busy creating posters that highlight all the amazing ways Rotary makes a difference every day. From our global grants to the Acts of Kindness each shares highlights of their work.
Huge thanks to Jeff Young and the Yesco team for bringing this vision to life—we can’t wait for you to see them! You’ll also get to meet members of the Milestone Team and hear firsthand about the incredible success of our youth focused partnership.
The spotlight of the evening shines on our honorees, Gene Banks and Mike Deputy—two outstanding Rotarians whose passion and dedication have touched countless lives. Thanks to BW Productions and Brent Uberty, we’ll also enjoy inspiring videos that share their stories.
Dinner will feature a delicious plated meal of steak and salmon— 🍰✨
And of course… the auctions that make our work possible!
The Gala Committee has secured an amazing lineup of silent and live auction items—something for every budget and every taste. 🌟 From a cozy Minky luxury basket and a cruiser bike in the silent auction, to a stay at the tropical Koloa Landing in Hawaii, a trip to Cambodia with our Sustainable Cambodia team, or an unforgettable night on the town with Donny Osmond during the live auction—there’s truly something for everyone. Sneak a peek at the selections during the reception and learn more on our website.
This evening would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors and donors. A full list can be found on the registration site, and all will be recognized during the celebration.
Special thanks to Roger Thompson, our presenting sponsor, and to YESCO, AlphaGraphics, and BW Productions for making printing and video production possible.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you—see you there! ✨
Join us tomorrow as Scott Leckman shares updates on World Polio Eradication and goals for the club. - Register via the email invitation or the calendar links in this bulletin.
Rotary has been working to eradicate polio for more than 35 years. Our goal of ridding the world of this disease is closer than ever.
As a founding partner of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, Rotary International has reduced polio cases by 99.9 percent since our first project to vaccinate children in the Philippines in 1979.
Rotary members have contributed more than $2.1 billion and countless volunteer hours to protect nearly 3 billion children in 122 countries from this paralyzing disease. Rotary’s advocacy efforts have played a role in decisions by governments to contribute more than $10 billion to the effort.
Join A Committee, Make Friends, Make a Difference.
Have you been on one committee for a while, interested in exploring other ideas and opportunities?
The following committees invite you to join in their work and build on the new momentum of the club projects.
School Partnerships Coordinator Linda Kruse is seeking new volunteers for our mentoring program at Franklin Elementary. We need at least 5 more volunteers. Just one hour of your time every Tuesday can make the difference in the life of a child struggling with reading. Let's keep this tradition going. Reach out to Linda for more information.
Interact and RYLA - We are looking for a new chair and Interact liaisons for the schools we want to serve. Work with high school students to create service projects, promote RYLA and share information about our scholarships to students applying to college in Utah.
Scholarships - Interview students for the Rotary Club Scholarships, connect with high school counselors to share our work and support of students.
Environmental Committee - new chair Chris Richards invites you to share thoughts and ideas around our current efforts and build a sustainable project outline for the coming years. EndPlastic Soup Initiative, Tree Utah, Community Clean Up and more.
Service and Social Committee's -Sub Committees of the Program Committee
You may have noticed we are ramping up or social and service projects. Join the committee to help set up dinner socials, pop up events and service projects in partnership with other community agencies.
Luz Carreno, Rachel Benator and Bob Childers to Rotary Club 24.
Rachel is a retired Ophthalmologist, who has served on medical missions for over 35 years. Luz is PhD student at the University of Utah in the Writing and Rhetoric Department.
Bob Childers is a corporate member and new partner with Sheraton Hotel. Say hi, and help our new members learn about the many opportunities to connect with service, social and committee projects in our club.
Sign Up for our October Service Project with Tree Utah and more..
A message from Environmental Commitee Chair, Chris Richards. Did you know that Chris is also the current club Secretary?
CALLING ALL ROTARIANS - The environmental committee needs your talents. Come work with us on the International Rotary “End Plastics Soup” initiative, help with a park project, plant some trees or bring a project of your own. We’d love to have you join our committee.
Service Projects in October and November
This month we have scheduled a tree planting service project with Tree Utah; Chris Richards is the lead on this service project on October 25th.
New partners Prog Dev and One Kind Act a day need help with reviewing student resumes and teaching a class at the prison.
Prog Dev
This is an opportunity to participate in the PROG Dev Center's Perfecting the Resume Career Support Workshop. We are needing 3-4 volunteers to review participant resumes and provide feedback for improvement. https://prognationcommunity.as.me/MockInterviews
One Kind Act A Day - Service opportunity teaching a class at the prison. If you are interested in learning more reach out to Jacqui, and she will connect you with the foundation representative.
November 12 - serving a meal to veterans and Valor House on Nov 12. Kristy Walker is setting up this event. Watch your email for more information.
We are deeply saddened to the share the recent loss of two dear members.
Service details can be found in the obituary listings below. Please take a moment to reflect on their incredible dedication and passion to family, community and Rotary.
School Partnerships Coordinator Linda Kruse is seeking new volunteers for our mentoring program at Franklin Elementary. We need at least 5 more volunteers. Just one hour of your time every Tuesday can make the difference in the life of a child struggling with reading. Let's keep this tradition going. Reach out to Linda for more information. 
