What is Rotary International’s focus for July?

In July, Rotary focuses on maternal and child health. Rotary International supports sustainable, community-based programs that address prevention, treatment, education, and empowerment for mothers and children.

How does the Rotary Club of Clayton support mothers and children locally?

The Rotary Club of Clayton and its 501c3 Foundation support local mothers and children through programs such as school backpacks, First Impression Clothing Ministry, Richard’s Kids, Special Olympics, Food Bank distribution, and weekend lunch programs.

Who is speaking at the July 23, 2026 Rotary Club of Clayton meeting?

The July 23, 2026 Rotary Club of Clayton meeting will feature Place of Hope, which will share its mission and discuss the needs of women and children in the community.

When and where is the July 23, 2026 Rotary Club of Clayton meeting?

The July 23, 2026 Rotary Club of Clayton meeting will be held Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 11:30 AM in the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia Rotary Community Room.

What is on the menu for the July 23 Rotary meeting?

The menu for the July 23 Rotary meeting includes grilled and fried fish, cole slaw, lima beans, salad, and dessert.

Will there be a regular Rotary Club of Clayton meeting next week?

There will be no regular meeting next week. Instead, the Rotary Club of Clayton will hold an evening social.

When is the next Impact Club meeting?

The next Impact Club meeting will be held Tuesday, July 28, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at Sonya and Kyle Shook’s lake house. The normal Impact Club schedule will resume in August.

How did Rotarians support the recent Food Bank distribution?

Fifteen Rotarians helped serve close to 200 cars during the monthly Food Bank distribution.

When is the Health Department vaccine and dental screening support event?

Rotarians will deliver donuts for the vaccine and dental screening event on Thursday, July 30, from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM at Rabun County Primary School.

When is the next monthly Food Bank distribution?

The next monthly Food Bank distribution is scheduled for Saturday, August 15, from 6:45 AM to 9:00 AM. The location is to be confirmed.

When are volunteers needed for the Community Dental Clinic?

Volunteers are needed for the Community Dental Clinic on Friday, August 7 and Friday, August 14, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Rabun County Health Department.

What volunteer opportunities are coming up in August?

Upcoming volunteer opportunities include the Community Dental Clinic on August 7 and August 14, Stekoa Creek Clean-up on August 8, monthly Food Bank distribution on August 15, and the First Responders Dinner on August 27.

What courses are offered at the Rotary Leadership Institute training event?

The Rotary Leadership Institute training event offers Part 1: The Rotarian, Part 2: The Rotary Club, Part 3: The Rotary Journey, and a graduate course on Strategic Planning.

How much does the Rotary Leadership Institute training cost?

The Rotary Leadership Institute training costs $100 per Rotarian, which is paid by the club. The cost includes materials, breakfast, lunch, and a certificate.

When does registration close for the Rotary Leadership Institute event?

Registration for the Rotary Leadership Institute event closes Sunday, July 26, 2026.

Where can members find Rotary Club of Clayton events?

Members can find Rotary Club of Clayton events on the club calendar at claytonrotary.com/rotary-calendars/.

What items are needed for Food Bank donations?

The Food Bank is requesting plastic grocery bags, peanut butter and jelly, cereal, soups, crackers, rice, chili and beans, pasta, pasta sauce, beef stew, canned meats, fruits, vegetables, and cash donations. Checks may be made payable to Food Bank of Northeast Georgia with NEGA Foodbank – Clayton, GA in the memo line.

This Week at Clayton Rotary: Meetings, Health Initiatives & Volunteer Dates

Q: What is the Rotary Club of Clayton doing with the Health Department?

The Rotary Club of Clayton will partner with the Health Department to support vaccine and dental screening efforts at Rabun County Primary School.

Rotary Club of Clayton Weekly Newsletter
Week of Thursday, July 23^rd, 2026
President’s Message

Every July, Rotary turns its attention to one of the oldest and most personal measures of a community’s wellbeing: the health of mothers and children. Rotary International addresses maternal and child health on a grand global scale through sustainable, community-based programs that focus on prevention, treatment, education, and empowerment.
Find more information at Rotary International Improving Maternal and Child Health: Click Here

Locally, the Rotary Club of Clayton and our 501c3 Foundation make a difference leading with compassion and purpose by supporting School Backpacks, First Impression Clothing Ministry, Richard’s Kids, Special Olympics and Food Bank Distribution & Weekend Lunch Programs. This next week, we will partner with the Health Department to support vaccine and dental screening efforts at the Rabun County Primary School. In addition, we have invited Place of Hope to share their mission and inform us of what is needed for women and children in our community to make a lasting impact.

This Week’s Meeting
Thursday, July 23, 2026

July 23^rd, 2026
11:30 AM – Luncheon Club Meeting
Food Bank of Northeast Georgia Rotary Community Room

Menu: Grilled & Fried Fish, Cole Slaw, Lima Beans, Salad and Dessert

Next Week’s Program
NO MEETING – SOCIAL IN EVENING

To register Click Here

Impact Club Update
SUMMER SCHEDULE: Only one meeting in July; the normal schedule resumes in August 11^th and 25^th.
Tuesday, July 28^th, 2026
6:00-7:30 PM
Alternative Location – Hosted by Sonya & Kyle Shook’s Lake House – due to limited parking space, only Impact Club Member Spouses/Others invited to attend.

Service Above Self’
This week’s Food Bank distribution: 15 Rotarians helping serve close to 200 cars as they drive through for monthly food supplies.

Health Dept Vaccine/ Dental Screening: Deliver Donuts for Vaccine/ Dental screening
Thursday, July 30^th
8:30 – 9:30am

Rabun County Primary School
801, Boggs Mountain Rd, Tiger, GA 30576, USA

Monthly Food Distribution
Saturday, August 15^th
6:45-9AM
Location to be confirmed.

Community Dental Clinic
Volunteers are needed for the Community Dental Clinic.

Dates: Friday, August 7^th and August 14th
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Rabun County Health Department

Other Important Dates for Volunteer Opportunity

August 8^th – Stekoa Creek Clean-up 10AM-12PM
August 27^th – First Responders Dinner 5:30PM-7:30PM

Thank you, Elizabeth Gil and Gary Kenny, for hosting our members for Lake Burton Summer Vibes Concert.

Upcoming Social Dates

Welcome to Rotary Social for our new members joining in 2026.

Upcoming Rotary Learning

Rotary Leadership Institute
District 6910 Training Event
Saturday, August 1^st, 2026,

WHEN: Saturday, August 1^st, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
What is being offered:

Part 1 – The Rotarian, Foundations of Rotary membership & engagement
Part 2 – The Rotary Club, Strengthening club operations, culture & effectiveness.
Part 3 – The Rotary Journey, Advanced leadership, service & Rotary impact.
Graduate Course – Strategic Planning, Developing, and putting ideas into action.

WHERE: North Georgia Technical College
Industrial Technology Center Building
1500 GA 197
Clarkesville, GA

Cost: $100.00 per Rotarian (Paid by Club) Includes materials, breakfast, lunch & certificate

Registration is open only until Sunday, July 26^th, for this event!
So, complete your registration before registration closes.

How to Register:

RLI Sunshine Website: RLISunshine.org
DACDB: Login, go to My District – Calendar & Events – Find the RLI -Clarksville Event and click on Register.
Use this QR code to link to registration.