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A Partnership That Hits Home

Some of the best Rotary partnerships are the ones that give us an opportunity to do more than simply support a great organization. They give us the chance to show up, get involved, and experience the impact firsthand.

For the Rotary Club of Edmond, our partnership with the YMCA’s Miracle League is one of those relationships.

This October, members of our club had the opportunity to spend two evenings volunteering with Miracle League, supporting the games, cheering on the athletes, and simply being part of an incredibly special program in our community.

Miracle League provides children with special needs the opportunity to experience the joy of being part of a team and playing the game of baseball. But spend an evening at the field and you quickly realize it is about much more than baseball. It is about encouragement, inclusion, friendships, families, and creating a place where every athlete gets their opportunity to shine.

The Rotary Club of Edmond is proud to be an ongoing partner of Miracle League. Our club’s support can even be seen through Rotary signage at the field, but the most meaningful part of that partnership happens beyond the sign. It happens when our members have the chance to step onto the field, interact with the athletes and families, and see firsthand what this program means to our community.

Those evenings were also a great reminder that community partnerships are at their best when they go beyond financial support. Giving matters, but so does showing up. There is something special about getting out from behind our weekly meeting tables and serving alongside the organizations doing meaningful work right here in Edmond.

We are grateful for the YMCA, the volunteers, families, and everyone who makes Miracle League possible. Most of all, we are grateful to the athletes who welcomed our Rotarians onto the field and reminded us just how much joy can come from simply showing up for one another.

For the Rotary Club of Edmond, this is a partnership that truly hits home.

Rotary Collects for HOPE Center of Edmond

This month, Rotary focused on WASH (water, sanitation, and hygiene), an essential area of service that impacts health, dignity, and opportunity in communities around the world and right here at home. Access to clean water, proper sanitation, and basic hygiene is foundational, yet for many, these essentials are not always within reach.

In alignment with this focus, Rotary Club of Edmond members came together to collect high-need items, including hygiene products, for the HOPE Center of Edmond. These items directly support individuals and families in our community who need a little extra help, ensuring that basic needs are met with dignity and care.

The HOPE Center works every day to connect neighbors with vital resources, serving as a trusted hub of support in Edmond. Through this partnership, Rotary members had the opportunity to turn awareness into action, contributing tangible items that make an immediate difference in people’s lives.

WASH is often thought of as a global issue, but this month reminded us that it is also a local one. Hygiene items, clean environments, and access to essential resources are critical to the well-being of every community. By focusing on these needs, we strengthen not only individual lives but the overall health and resilience of our community.

Community impact grows when more people choose to get involved. Whether through donations, volunteerism, or advocacy, each action contributes to a larger collective effort. If you are looking for a way to make a difference, consider supporting the Edmond Hope Center or one of the many service organizations working every day to serve others in our community.

Small acts of generosity, when multiplied across a community, create meaningful and lasting change. Together, we continue to unite for good and live out Service Above Self.

Rotary Round Table Discussions

January’s focus on Vocational Service invites us to learn not only from guest speakers representing a wide range of professions, but also from one another. When we listen to the experiences and viewpoints shaped by different careers and lived experiences, we gain a deeper understanding of our community and strengthen the relationships that make Edmond Rotary impactful.

That sense of curiosity and connection was on full display during our Rotary Round Table Conversations in January. This interactive experience brought members together with guided discussions centered on Connection, Community Impact, and The Future. Staying at their tables, members moved through each round with openness and energy, sharing ideas and learning from the perspectives around them.

These conversations were designed with purpose, ensuring the insights did not end when the tables cleared. Key themes and ideas gathered during the discussions will be brought forward at a February meeting, giving the entire club an opportunity to engage, reflect, and help shape what comes next. This approach allows us to carry the momentum forward and turn thoughtful dialogue into meaningful action as we continue to #UniteForGood in our community.

The round tables reminded us that our strength as a club comes from the diversity of vocations, experiences, and talents represented in the room. When we listen closely and value those differences, we see new possibilities for service and leadership. We look forward to continuing this work together, drawing on everyone’s strengths to deepen our impact and serve our community with purpose.

Holiday Celebration

As we celebrate the holidays, we are reminded that this season is about coming together and choosing to unite for good in our community. It is a time to pause, reflect, and remember those around us who may need a little extra care, connection, or encouragement, not only during the holidays, but throughout the year.

We are deeply grateful for every member who shows up. Thank you to those who attend meetings, serve at events, lend a helping hand, and quietly give their time, talents, and treasure. These steady acts of service are what strengthen our community and bring our shared values to life.

Our annual holiday luncheon was a wonderful reminder of the joy that comes from fellowship, gratitude, and service alongside one another. We look forward to another great year in 2026!

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season and a new year filled with purpose, connection, and opportunities to serve. Together, we unite for good and live out service above self.

Rotarians Serve December 10 - NO MEETING

Instead of our regular weekly meeting, Rotarians from Rotary Club of Edmond can be found at the two Edmond Walmarts ringing bells for Salvation Army. Stop by the locations to drop your donation and say hi!

There are still spots available! Click here if you would like to sign up to serve.

This year, the Salvation Army is introducing the Virtual Red Kettle. Think of it as a “go fund me” style type of fundraising, but via the red kettle. All money raised through this link will count towards the club's overall total. If you would like to give but are not able to stop by Walmart on Wednesday, click the link or scan the QR code to give virtually! https://give.salvationarmyaok.org/fundraiser/6855884