Who received the J.C. Dover Award?

The J.C. Dover Award was presented to Laura Lane of Family Connection for her service preparing and distributing meals for children to take home on weekends.

Who received the Gold R Award?

The Gold R Award was presented to Amy Hulett for her outstanding service to the community as Youth Services Chair and for her participation in service projects, social events, club activities, Impact Club, Rotary Leadership Institute, Club Leaders Learning Seminar, and the District 6910 meeting.

Which first responders were honored by the Rotary Club of Clayton?

The Rotary Club of Clayton honored Deputy Mike Rodriguez of the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office as Law Enforcement Officer of the Year, Lt. David Edwards of the Sky Valley Police Department as Police Officer of the Year, Capt. Josh Bleckley of Warwoman Station 2 with Rabun County Fire Services as Firefighter of the Year, and Tate Nichols as EMT/Paramedic of the Year.

What update did the Rotary Club of Clayton receive from GRSP student Gustaf Aili?

GRSP student Gustaf Aili shared that he visited the Mariefred Rotary Club, which recommended him for the GRSP program and supported his application. He gave a presentation about his year in the United States and presented the club banner from the Rotary Club of Clayton.

Who is speaking at the June 11, 2026 Rotary Club of Clayton meeting?

Eric Vogelbacher will speak at the June 11, 2026 Rotary Club of Clayton meeting about his travels around the world, including his ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro.

What is on the lunch menu for the June 11 Rotary meeting?

The lunch menu for the June 11 Rotary meeting includes pasta with meat sauce, marinara sauce, breadsticks, salad, and dessert.

When and where is the June 11, 2026 Rotary Club of Clayton meeting?

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

Who is speaking at the June 18, 2026 Rotary Club of Clayton meeting?

Clayton Mayor Roy Quilliams will speak at the June 18, 2026 Rotary Club of Clayton meeting and provide an update on plans for the City of Clayton.

When is the Impact Club trash pickup?

The Impact Club trash pickup is scheduled for Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 7:00 PM after the Impact Club meeting at the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia.

Who should members contact about the Impact Club?

Members can contact Jon Tuck at 678-617-5150 for information about the Impact Club.

When is the Stekoa Creek Cleanup?

The Stekoa Creek Cleanup is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

When is the Rotary Club of Clayton End-of-Year Celebration?

The Rotary Club of Clayton End-of-Year Celebration will be held Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM at The Dillard House.

What will happen at the Rotary Club of Clayton End-of-Year Celebration?

The End-of-Year Celebration will include the installation of new officers, a celebration of the club’s accomplishments from the year, a look ahead at the new Rotary year beginning July 1, and dinner at The Dillard House.

What is on the menu for the End-of-Year Celebration?

The End-of-Year Celebration menu includes fried chicken, smoked BBQ pork with BBQ sauce, cole slaw, calico salad, twice baked potatoes, corn on the cob, mac and cheese, yeast rolls and cornbread with honey butter, caramel banana pudding, sweet tea, unsweet tea, and water.

What important Rotary Club of Clayton dates are coming up in June?

Important upcoming dates include the trash pickup on June 9, Stekoa Creek Cleanup on June 13, Food Distribution on June 20, and the End-of-Year Celebration on June 25.

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, sauce, beef stew, canned meats, fruits, vegetables, and cash donations. Checks may be made payable to Food Bank of Northeast Georgia with Rabun County in the memo line.

Rotary Club of Clayton Weekly: Awards, Updates, and End‑of‑Year Celebration

Q: Who received the Rotary Club of Clayton Wheel Award?

The Rotary Club of Clayton presented the Wheel Award to the WOW–FAITH Collaboration. The award was accepted by Ashley York of WOW and Caroline Wallis of FAITH for their collaboration with the Rotary Club of Clayton to raise awareness of resources available for those suffering from substance abuse.

Weekly Newsletter

Week of Thursday, June 11, 2026

President’s Message

As we move into the heart of June, we are reminded that service is the foundation of strong communities.

This past week was a highlight for the Rotary Club of Clayton as we recognized members of our community who have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to serving others. We also honored the first responders who sacrifice so much to keep our families, homes, and businesses safe. Their dedication reflects Rotary’s motto, Service Above Self, and serves as an inspiration to all of us.

As we reflect on the anniversary of D-Day, we remember the courage and selflessness of those who stormed the beaches of Normandy in defense of freedom. Their legacy of service before self continues to inspire us today. We are grateful for all those—past and present—who dedicate themselves to something greater than themselves.

As you read this week’s newsletter, we encourage you to celebrate these remarkable individuals and discover the many ways our club continues to make a positive impact throughout Rabun County.

Recap from Last Week’s Meeting

This past week was dedicated to honoring those individuals who have exemplified the concept of Service Above Self.

Wheel Award

We presented the Wheel Award to the WOW–FAITH Collaboration. The award was accepted by Ashley York of WOW and Caroline Wallis of FAITH for their collaboration with the Rotary Club of Clayton to make people aware of the resources available for those suffering from substance abuse.

The Wheel Award is given annually to non-Rotarian individuals or groups in the community who have demonstrated the spirit of Rotary’s Service Above Self through their service to the welfare of the community. Their efforts may be through community organizations such as churches, family services, medical facilities, and educational institutions.

The billboard on Hwy 365 that Rotary Club of Clayton sponsored.

J.C. Dover Award

Our J.C. Dover Award was presented to Laura Lane of Family Connection. Laura has quietly served by preparing and distributing meals for children to take home on weekends. Many of these children would not otherwise have a meal without Laura’s selfless service.

The J.C. Dover Wheel Award is the highest Wheel Award for non-Rotarians and is named in honor of Dr. J.C. Dover, a member of the Rotary Club of Clayton who practiced medicine in Rabun County for more than 66 years and was an active church, civic, and community leader.

Gold ‘R’ Award

The Gold ‘R’ Award was presented to Amy Hulett for her outstanding service to the community as Youth Services Chair and for her enthusiastic participation in service projects, social events, and club activities. Amy is a first year Rotarian who has served for years as a Friend of Rotary. She has jumped into Rotary through the Impact Club, Youth Service Chair and attending RLI, CLLS and the District 6910 Meeting with both feet!

The Gold ‘R’ Award is conferred upon the Rotarian who is judged to have made the greatest contribution toward improving community standards, facilities, and educational institutions. The recipient must maintain a high attendance record, serve as a leader in club functions and projects, and be a living example of the principles embodied in the Four-Way Test.

First Responder Awards

Law Enforcement Officer of the Year – Deputy Mike Rodriguez, Rabun County Sheriff’s Office
Police Officer of the Year – Lt. David Edwards, Sky Valley Police Department
Firefighter of the Year – Capt. Josh Bleckley, Warwoman Station 2, Rabun County Fire Services
EMT / Paramedic of the Year – Tate Nichols, Paramedic

Please take the time to thank each of these award winners for their service to our community.

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UPDATE FROM OUR GRSP STUDENT, GUSTAF ALI!

Hi Matt,

Greetings to you and your Rotary Club! Hope all of you are doing well.

Today, I visited Mariefred Rotary Club, the club that recommended me for GRSP and supported my application to the program. I gave a presentation about my year in the US and gave them your club banner, which was very appreciated!

Best regards,
Gustaf Aili

This Week’s Meeting

This Thursday, we will hear from Eric Vogelbacher about his travels around the world, including his ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro.

What’s on the Menu?This week’s lunch menu includes:

Pasta with Meat Sauce
Marinara Sauce
Breadsticks
Salad
Dessert

Thursday, June 11, 2026

11:30 AM
Food Bank of Northeast Georgia, Rotary Community Room

Next Week’s Program

Be present to hear from Clayton Mayor Roy Quilliams as he updates our club on plans for the City of Clayton.

Thursday, June 18, 2026

11:30 AM
Food Bank of Northeast Georgia, Rotary Community Room

Impact Club Update

The Impact Club will meet on June 9 and lead a community trash pickup following the meeting. Please help out in this important community outreach.

For information about the Impact Club, contact Jon Tuck at 678-617-5150.

Service Above Self

Trash Pickup – Tuesday, June 9^th, 7:00 p.m. after the Impact Club meeting, FBNEG

Tuesday, June 9
7:00 PM
Food Bank of Northeast Georgia

Stekoa Creek Cleanup – Saturday, June 13^th, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Saturday, June 13

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

End-of-Year Celebration

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We will hold our End-of-Year Celebration at the newly renovated Dillard House on Thursday, June 25, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM.

We will install our new officers and celebrate all that we have accomplished this year while enjoying a great meal. We will also look ahead to what we have in store for the new Rotary year beginning July 1.

MENU
Fried Chicken
Smoked BBQ Pork w/ BBQ Sauce
Cole Slaw
Calico Salad
Twice Baked Potatoes
Corn on the Cobb
Mac n Cheese
Yeast Rolls & Cornbread with Honey Butter
Caramel Banana Pudding
Beverages
Sweet and Unsweet Tea, and Water

If you would like to help plan this fun event, please contact Susie Howard at (404) 310-0469.