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Over fifty years of service to the Grand Bahama community
Service above self.
We meet Thursdays at 12:00 PM
Ruby Swiss Restaurant
Ruby Swiss Restaurant
Corner of West Atlantic Dr & West Sunrise Hwy
Freeport, Grand Bahama Bahamas
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Freeport, Grand Bahama Bahamas
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Submitted by Mike Stafford
Rotarian Brian Ramatally, from the Rotary Club of San Fernando South, Trinidad (right), visited the Rotary Club of Freeport's luncheon meeting on Thursday, February 23, 2017, and exchanged club banners with RCF president Darren Cooper (left). Mr. Ramatally told RCF club members about his club's strong youth programs on the island of Trinidad.
by: Sharell Lockhart, News ReporterThe Rotary Club of Freeport (RCF) along with President Darren Cooper and NEMA Center Manager Tammi Mitchell delivered much-needed building supplies to Smith’s Point residents on Monday, February 20. Four months ago, Hurricane Matthew unleashed its fury across Grand Bahama with 10,000 homes sustaining severe infrastructural damages.
While NEMA has led the charge in providing aid to help with the post-Hurricane Matthew repair and recovery efforts island-wide, Smith’s Point residents expressed sincere gratitude to Joseph ‘Sharkbite Joe’ Kohler and the Rotary Clubs of Upstate New York for donating $3,450.00 for the purchase of materials specifically for the recovery process of their community.
Click HERE to read more in the Freeport News
by: Sharell Lockhart, News ReporterThe Rotary Club of Freeport (RCF) donated $1,000.00 in Sawyer’s Fresh Market gift certificates to the Lunch Programs at Freeport Primary School, St. Georges High School, Bartlett Hill Primary School and Eight Mile Rock High School. The presentations were made during the club’s weekly meeting at Ruby Swiss Restaurant on Thursday, February 16.
Representatives from the four public schools thanked the RCF for lending assistance to one of its most vital programs, which provides disenfranchised students with much-needed hot and well-prepared meals on a daily basis. Darren Cooper, RCF president revealed it is indeed a pleasure to help, stating, “Today the RCF Board of Directors along with its members thought it would be fitting to once again assist some of the public schools here on Grand Bahama with their free, hot lunch programs."
Click HERE to read more in the Freeport NewsPhoto 1: Freeport Primary School Principal Troy Ritchie (R) and RCF president Darren Cooper.
Photo 2: St. Georges High School Senior Mistress and Family Consumer Science and Hospitality Studies coordinator Yvonne Pearson and RCF president Darren Cooper.
by: Sharell Lockhart, News ReporterThe Rotary Club of Freeport (RCF) GBI Post-Hurricane Matthew Relief Initiative received $3,450 from Rotary Clubs of Upstate New York on Thursday, February 2, to aid in the island’s recovery in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew.
Darren Cooper, RCF President thanked Joseph ‘Sharkbite Joe’ Kohler, a second homeowner on Grand Bahama for facilitating the partnership and financial aid provided, during the club’s weekly meeting at the Ruby Swiss Restaurant.
Cooper noted that every penny would be used to purchase building materials and supplies to repair homes in the Smith’s Point community.
Click HERE to read more in the Freeport News
by: Sharell Lockhart, News ReporterThe Falcons Boys’ Club (FBC) received much-appreciated support from the Rotary Club of Freeport (RCF) this past Thursday, January 19, 2017, as the non-profit mentorship organization prepares to host its annual Boys’ Conference in the West Grand Bahama District. Darrin Rolle, FBC Founder revealed the conference, which will be held at Eight Mile Rock High School (EMRHS) Gymnasium is opened to boys between eight to 18 years old, who attend Bartlett Hill, Martin Town, Holmes Rock and West End Primary Schools as well as EMRHS and members of the club.
Proud to lend support to the FBC and Rolle, Rotary Club of Freeport President Darren Cooper said, “It is very important for Rotary to continue to support organizations such as the Falcons Boys’ Club, which take time out to mentor the youth of our society steering them in the right direction. “The Rotary Club of Freeport certainly is doing its part to support the FBC in various endeavors whether financially, through the donation of equipment and/or by providing assistance whenever called upon, as best we can."
Click HERE to read more in the Freeport News
Posted by Mike Stafford on Jan 19, 2017
Visiting Rotarian David Pomerenke from the Rotary Club of Springfield, Missouri, accepts a club banner from President Darren.
By Derek CarrollSanta's Helpers, led by Vicky Martel of the Rotary Club of Freeport, made their annual delivery to children in West End, Grand Bahama recently. Known for her humanitarianism, each year Mrs. Martel leads a toy drive and heads the delivery.
The area took the brunt of Hurricane Matthew earlier this year, and there were many happy faces welcoming the Rotarians who had a wrapped gift for each child.
Click HERE to view more photos in The Bahamas Weekly
by: Sharell Lockhart, News ReporterHurricane Matthew dealt Grand Bahama a devastating blow nearly three months ago tearing through homes, schools, churches and businesses and essentially transforming the island’s landscape forever.
Rotary Club of Freeport (RCF) President Darren Cooper along with former Rotary Club District 6990 Assistant Governor and Rotary Water Plant Manager Mike Stafford and RCF GBI Post-Hurricane Matthew Relief Initiative Steve Gunn along with community partners began working immediately prior to, during and after the storm to secure much-needed aid for families adversely impacted.
Click HERE to read more in the Freeport News
Posted by Mike Stafford
At the Rotary Club of Freeport's weekly meeting - and Christmas party - at the Ruby Swiss on December 22nd, President Darren Cooper presented scholarship recipient Chelsey Wildgoose with a second cheque towards her studies at College of The Bahamas.Chelsey is studying Primary Education.
Following the cheque presentation, Chelsey then joined Rotarians and their guests in a rousing, and very off-key, good-natured round of Christmas carol singing.
by: Sharell Lockhart, News ReporterRotary Club of Freeport (RCF) President Darren Cooper recently thanked Sawyer’s Fresh Market CEO, Sandy Sawyer, at Ruby Swiss Restaurant for partnering with the organization and generously assisting the Grand Bahama community whenever called upon especially in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew.
According to Cooper, “We wanted to take the time to pause and say ‘thank-you’ to Mr. Sawyer for all he has done through the partnership that has been struck with the Rotary Club of Freeport. The Grand Bahama community has certainly benefitted from Mr. Sawyer’s assistance and generosity, which has eased the burdens of residents who have faced numerous challenges.”
Click HERE to read more in the Freeport News
Posted on Nov 23, 2016
We have added a fun new feature to the right-hand column of this website called a flag counter!If you click on a flag it takes you to a page which describes the country of the flag which you clicked on.
Try it and learn about the Bahamas and other countries.
Posted by Mike Stafford on Nov 22, 2016
Grand Bahama Emergency Water Relief Foundation
P.O. Box F-42462
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island, The Bahamas
Dear Friends,
We are pleased to report that the Grand Bahama Emergency Water Relief Foundation (GBEWRF) again proved to be a vital component of the Grand Bahama Hurricane Recovery Plan in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew. From our strategic location, next to Hawksbill Service Station, we were able to pre-position emergency water to the shelters in High Rock, Eight Mile Rock and Freeport as well as provide immediate relief after the storm -- until the island’s water supply was re-established.
Working with NEMA, and with the help of our partners in Polymers, FOCOL, Grand Bahama Port Authority, GB Power Co., GB Utility Co., Guardian Fencing & Shutters, Waugh Construction and Bradford Marine along with countless volunteers from the Pilot Club, Rotary, Rotaract, Interact, Kiwanis Club of Eight Mile Rock and others, we managed to provide over 100,000 gallons of emergency potable water to our fellow citizens.
Our reverse osmosis water maker and double filtration system ensured the delivery of clean water to those most in need. However, the demand for emergency water was great and we struggled to keep up with the overwhelming need. We could potentially provide twice the amount of water. Our plant, designed and built by the late Harold “Sonny” Waugh and others worked well and was planned with enough space to add a second reverse osmosis water maker. It is for this reason that we call upon you to help us complete this final improvement so that we can fulfill our mandate to provide emergency water relief to all of those in times of need.
The cost of this upgrade is in the $60,000 range and will double our production capacity to 15,000 gallons per day. The GBEWRF has a dedicated bank account which has committee oversight. If you or your company are in a position to assist this worthy cause please make cheques out to The GB Emergency Water Relief Foundation.
Yours in Service,
Michael Stafford
Director, Grand Bahama Emergency Water Relief Foundation
Phone 242 727 1176
Email: bahamapro@hotmail.com
TO VIEW PHOTOS of the Rotary Water Plant in action, click on the photo album at the bottom of this home page.
Posted on Nov 20, 2016
by: Sharell Lockhart, News ReporterThe Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Islands are intricately connected hence when Rotary Club of Freeport (RCF) president, Darren Cooper, solicited assistance from business executives there for help with GBI Post-Hurricane Matthew Relief Initiative, it was no surprise that Waterloo Investment Holdings Ltd. (WIHL) Community Service Committee immediately answered the call to support.
Sanajah Forbes, Blue Haven Marina and Resort, TCI Owner Relations/Property Admin. Manager traveled to Grand Bahama to present the Rotary Club of Freeport (RCF) with two checks, during the organization’s meeting on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at the Ruby Swiss Restaurant – which is expected to go a long way in helping those persons devastated by Hurricane Matthew. According to Forbes, “Indeed it is a pleasure for both my colleague Sonia Simmons and I to travel to Grand Bahama presenting two checks to the Rotary Club of Freeport (RCF) in aid of the GBI Post-Hurricane Matthew Relief Initiative.
Click HERE to read more in the Freeport News
Posted on Nov 14, 2016
By: Sharell Lockhart, News ReporterSmiles of appreciation lit the faces of West End residents, who were the recipients of over $2,000.00 in Freeport JetWash Co. Ltd. gasoline vouchers this past Monday (November 7) courtesy of the ‘Gas for Generators’ Drive for West End Initiative.
D’s Car Rental proprietor, Darren Cooper and West End native Maybell Bridgewater partnered up in support of residents of the community who suffered severe infrastructural damage to their homes and businesses in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew, which ripped down electrical poles and power lines forcing all into complete darkness.
With the electrical supply of West End sustaining serious damages and the timeline for its restoration uncertain, Cooper and Bridgewater reached out to the Grand Bahama community for assistance in raising funds for the purchase of gasoline to power generators at the homes of residents.
Click HERE to read more in the Freeport News
by: Sharell Lockhart, News ReporterHurricane Matthew proved to be a harrowing experience for many families throughout the Grand Bahama community, especially for those fighting to repair and restore their homes and lives. Three weeks ago, the Category 4 storm made landfall completely transforming the island, leaving many without essential services, including clean, running water and electricity with even more in limbo from a financial perspective.
Hoping to ease the burden of residents adversely impacted by Hurricane Matthew through a philanthropic partnership is the Pilot Club of Lucaya, Rotary Club of Freeport and Seacor Island Lines formerly (G and G Shipping Co. Ltd.,) which has already begun making a positive and well-received impact throughout Grand Bahama.
Click HERE to read more in the Freeport News
by: Sharell Lockhart, News ReporterMarco City residents and Windsor on the Mall tenants extended sincere appreciation to all civic, corporate and political organizations as well as philanthropic individuals on Wednesday, October 26, 2016 for providing much-needed emergency relief aid to families in the community. Severe rooftop damage was sustained at Windsor on the Mall, which is home to 55 families, who have been living without electricity and running water prior to and after the passage of Hurricane Matthew.
Thanks to the generosity of the Pilot Club of Lucaya, Rotary Club of Freeport (RCF), G and G Shipping Co. Ltd., Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) Customer Relations, Kiwanis Club, Free National Movement (FNM) Pine Ridge Constituency Candidate Rev. Frederick McAlpine, Michael Pintard, FNM Deputy Leader K. Peter Turnquest, Grand Bahama Rotary Clubs Disaster Committee and Chairman Jamie Rose among many others, residents living throughout Garden Villas and the Marco City constituency particularly Windsor on the Mall tenants are finally able to enjoy a glass of water, flush their toilets and take a quick bath among other tasks.
Click HERE to read more in the Freeport News
By Sharell Lockhart, Freeport News ReporterThree weeks after Hurricane Matthew unleashed its fury on Grand Bahama leaving many families displaced and without any recourse, several civic, corporate and political organizations have partnered to lend a helping hand to Freeport Gardens Apartment Complex residents as well as the disenfranchised throughout the Garden Villas community.
Desperately, fighting to push through the ordeal and live in the complex that is in a state of complete disrepair, parents are forced to venture out into the city with their little ones in search of essentials like water, as the infrastructure at Freeport Gardens in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew has not allowed for the supply to be reconnected there.
Click HERE to read more in the Freeport News
by: Sharell Lockhart, News Reporter
The Rotary Club of Freeport (RCF) will host its Annual Wine and Cheese Fund-raising Event beginning 7:00 p.m. at the Grand Bahama Yacht Club on Saturday, October 1, 2016.
Darren Cooper, RCF President revealed, “We want to encourage everyone to support our upcoming Wine and Cheese Event, as by doing so the funds derived (100 percent) would be divided and utilized to assist the Grand Bahama community through the efforts of the RCF Wheelchair Foundation, GB Emergency Water Relief Foundation and the Rotary Wheel Wagon (Mobile Concession Stand).
Click HERE to read more in the Freeport News.
On Thursday, April 28, 2016 during The Rotary Club of Freeport weekly luncheon meeting our guest speaker Mr. David Wallace spoke on "The Power of Pooling Your Resources". He indicated that one of the greatest impediment to starting a business is money, however he said that this can be overcome through pooling your resources with others of like mind. He stated that for a partnership to succeed there must be great ideas, committed people, like minded people, clear vision, integrity, proper record keeping and prepare for long term investment.
Pictured L-R: President Othyneil Pinder and Guest Speaker David Wallace
On Thursday, April 7, 2016 during our weekly meeting, guest speaker PAG Mike Stafford spoke about the role the G.B Emergency Water Relief Foundation plays in the event of a natural disaster in Grand Bahama. He also gave a brief history of the Foundation and the role it played during the last hurricane on Grand Bahama, providing fresh drinking water to the residents from East End to West End. The Rotary Club of Freeport also made a check presentation to assist with the day to day operation of the Foundation. Pictured L-R: President Othyneil Pinder and PAG Mike Stafford.
