Rotary Club of Clayton Weekly Newsletter
Week of Thursday, November 12th, 2026
November is Foundation Month
President’s Message
November is designated as Rotary Foundation Month across the Rotary world. It serves as a time to recognize the Foundation’s achievements, promote awareness, and encourage Rotarians to support its mission of advancing peace, improving health, providing education, and alleviating poverty.
The Rotary Foundation transforms your gifts into projects that change lives both close to home and around the world. As the charitable arm of Rotary International, we tap into a global network of Rotarians who invest their time, money, and expertise into our priorities – seven areas of focus. Foundation grants empower Rotarians to approach challenges such as poverty, illiteracy, and malnutrition with sustainable solutions that leave a lasting impact.
In this week’s meeting, Elizabet Gill, our Club RI Foundation Chair, will highlight achievements mentioned above, review how to make a voluntary contribution to the Rotary Foundation and share an incentive plan to encourage our newer members to become a Paul Harris Fellow.
The Rotary Club of Clayton also has its own 501(c)(3) foundation, Clayton Rotary Foundation. Our Club Foundation is somewhat unique in the Rotary world and the reason we have our own Foundation is due in part to our tremendous success in fundraising. We need a separate legal entity to manage and make decisions about how our fundraising money is used to support our community. Karen Bacon is our Club Foundation Chairperson and will provide the impact we have made on our community.
Click here to learn more: The Rotary Foundation | Rotary International and Paul Harris Society | Rotary International
This Week’s Meeting Guest Speaker:
November 12th, 2026
11:30 AM – Luncheon Club Meeting
Food Bank of Northeast Georgia Rotary Community Room
LUNCH MENU: Chicken Pot Pie, Creamy Cucumber onion salad, cookies & cupcakes
Next Week’s Program Fellowship with a purpose
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Meeting on Tuesday, November 10, with fellowship at 6:00 PM and the meeting at 6:15 PM, Walmart Food Drive Service Saturday, November 14th 8:00AM – 2:00PM, and Cannonwood Assisted Living Movie-Night Service Tuesday, November 17th, 6:00-7:30 PM.
Service Above Self
Taking small steps to focus on Environment and Sustainability:
- Other Important Dates for Volunteer Opportunity
Stekoa Creek Clean-up November 13th 10AM
Food Distribution November 21st at 6:45 AM
Community Dental: December 4th at 8:00 AM -12:00 PM;
Interact Student Mentorship Opportunities: Contact Allison Beck!
This Saturday, November 14th, our eight-day campaign will kick off under the theme “Neighbors Helping Neighbors,” and will unite Rotarians, local businesses, churches, community organizations, and residents in a coordinated effort to collect food, raise funds, increase awareness, and provide meaningful assistance to neighbors in need. Plan to support in as many activities as you and your family & friends can !
Click Here: To Make a Donation
JOIN FOR FESTIVE FELLOWSHIP AT THE HOLIDAYS
RSVP Required: Scan Above or Click Here: To Register
MARK YOUR CALENDAR APRIL 24TH ANNUAL FUNDRAISING GALA
PLANNING KICK OFF MEETING AFTER NOV. 12TH LUNCH MTG @ 1PM
Keep our Members in Need in your Thoughts and Prayers!
Find these events and more at:
https://claytonrotary.com/rotary-calendars/
2027-2028 Rotary Club of Clayton Board Officers & Committee Chairs Needed by November 19th
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Food Bank Donations
Most Needed Items
- Plastic Grocery Bags
- Peanut Butter & Jelly
- Cereal
- Soups
- Crackers
- Rice
- Chili & Beans
- Pasta
- Pasta Sauce
- Beef Stew
- Canned Meats
- Fruits
- Vegetables
Cash Donations Welcome
Checks Payable To: Food Bank of Northeast Georgia
Memo: NEGA Foodbank – Clayton, GA
Yours in Rotary Service,
Laura Seberg
President
Rotary Club of Clayton
November 12 Newsletter FAQs
When is the Rotary Club of Clayton November 12 luncheon?
The luncheon is Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 11:30 AM in the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia Rotary Community Room.
What will the November 12 meeting focus on?
Rotary Foundation Month, including the Rotary Foundation, opportunities to contribute, Paul Harris Fellow recognition, and the local Clayton Rotary Foundation.
Who will speak about the Rotary Foundation?
Elizabet Gill, Club RI Foundation Chair, and Karen Bacon, Clayton Rotary Foundation Chair, are featured in the president’s message.
When is the Walmart food drive?
Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
When are other upcoming volunteer opportunities?
Stekoa Creek cleanup is November 13 at 10:00 AM; Cannonwood Assisted Living movie night is November 17 from 6:00 to 7:30 PM; food distribution is November 21 at 6:45 AM; and Community Dental is December 4 from 8:00 AM to noon.
How can members support the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia?
Members can donate requested nonperishable foods, make a cash donation, or write a check payable to Food Bank of Northeast Georgia with the memo ‘NEGA Foodbank – Clayton, GA’.
