What an exciting year two! With over 1,500 in attendance the community has embraced the celebration. We look forward to next year and continuing to grow.
Welcome to our Club!
October 3, 1926 intrepid business men of Casa Grande, joined together and started the Casa Grande Rotary Club.
CG Rotary Club Foundation Scholarship Committee Awards $40,000 in post secondary education scholarships to 17 students from area Casa Grande High Schools.
The Casa Grande Rotary Club is raising funds for our annual scholarship program with an online raffle and auction.
With the uncertainty of revenue to support the many programs of the Boys and Girls Club of the Sun Corridor, The Casa Grande Rotary Club donated through its foundation, $7500. Pictured CG Rotary President Steve DiMuzio and Band G club Executive Director Matt Lemberg. Over the past 20 years the CG Rotary Club donated more than $185,000 for both annual expenses and the building fund.
In a great game with remarkable skills and sportsmanship for team members at both Vista Grande HS and Union HS in Casa Grande, the winner this year was Union HS. Thanks to Rotarians Robert Romo and Imelda Marquez, also parents of the Union HS Football Stars, for presenting the trophy to the winning team. Congratulations Union HS and thanks to Vista and Union players for their great skill and sportsmanship.
The students at Cottonwood Elementary School are on home bound instruction due to the COVID Pandemic. Many of the students live in remote areas without internet service. The club donated $1200 for the school to purchase additional hot spots for these students. This not only helps the elementary students, but their siblings in older grades who are also receiving home bound instruction.
The CG Rotary club in partnership with APS, Walmart, Fitzgibbon's Law Offices, Western State Bank, District 5500 Foundation Grants and various club members provided meals for 2,450 families since June 13, 2020. Each family received a box of prepared food including enchiladas, rice, beans, salsa, and chips for a family of 6 people. The food was prepared by Fernando Cornejo and his staff at Eva's Fine Mexican Restaurant. The preparation is completed the evening prior to the event and Rotary members packaged and distributed to the residents who came. It was obvious to all of us that most everyone who received a food box needed our assistance. The meal program provided more than 15,000 meals from June 2020 to February 1, 2021.
The CG Rotary club was grateful that we were able to provide this service to our community.
We plan a second event in the coming weeks. Anyone interested in making a donation to assist our efforts can send a check to the CG Rotary Club, PO Box 11301, Casa Grande AZ 85130.
Rotarian's and their spouses or family members assisted in the distribution. Thank you to Steve and Carolann D, Brian and Shelly G, Louie and Carrie S, Matt H, Randy and Anita L, Nick D. Don K, Ed V and his family, Fernando C, Dave and Elly R, and the staff and management of Eva's Mexican Restaurant.
IN cooperation with the CG Daybreak Rotary, the CG Rotary club contributed to and attended the installation of the Rotary Peace Pole at Peart Park. This was a cooperative venture with our sister club, and the installation ceremony was attended by approximately 50 residents and members.
See the full article and pictures at the CG Dispatch via this link:
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On Saturday, June 13, 2020, the CG Rotary Club in cooperation with its partners, Eva's Mexican Restaurant, Fitzgibbon's Law Offices, Arizona Public Service, Walmart Distribution Center and various Rotary Club Members provided a meal box for up to 6 people. Each family received a "ready to heat and eat" meal prepared by Eva's and distributed by club members and other volunteers. The meal distribution started at 11 AM on Saturday, June 13, 2020.
See the article in the CG Dispatch with this link: https://www.pinalcentral.com/covid-19/cg-rotary-club-and-partners-to-hand-out-1-200-meals-to-those-in-need/article_6cb2b684-b75c-5ba4-aa98-e04d3dfb521d.html
COVID 19 has changed much in our lives, including the Rotary Club meetings. Since the quarantine was imposed by Governor Ducey, the CG Rotary Club has met via Zoom. All members receive a invitation by Club President Randy to attend with instructions regarding how to download and attend. At least half of the membership have attended at one time or another.
For further information, please contact President Randy at randy@lbmi.com.
The CG Rotary Foundation awarded 27 high school students a total of $50,000 in scholarships this May 2020. This year's awards include more multiple year scholarships for graduating seniors. COVID-19 hampered not only graduation ceremonies, but also impacted the CG Rotary Awards ceremony. Students received personal phone contact informing them of the award.
Casa Grande Union HS- 15 students received awards four students received 4 year awards, two students received 2 year awards and 9 students received 1 year awards for a total of $29,000.
Vista Grande High School- 11 students received awards, one student received a 4 year award, six students received two year awards, and 4 students received one year awards for a total of $20,000.
Mission Heights High School - One student received a one year award for a total of $1,000.
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Matt Lemberg, Rotarian and Director of the CG Boys and Girls Club thanked the CG Rotary Club for its on going support at this past Tuesday's meeting.
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