District Foundation Dinner

Contact: Diane Kavanaugh
21
Feb
2026
South Tyler
Feb 21, 2026 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
TX
United States of America
2026 Rotary Foundation Banquet
📅 New Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
📍 Paris Conference & Event Center – Paris, Texas
After reviewing registration numbers and several scheduling considerations, the District 5830 Foundation Banquet Weekend has been rescheduled from January 24 to February 21, 2026. This change allows us to strengthen participation and deliver the outstanding celebration our record-breaking Foundation year deserves.
Why This Matters
  • This date allows our keynote speaker, Brian Hall, to join us.
  • We are thrilled that IPDG Jeff Johnston can now attend as we celebrate an extraordinary year of Foundation giving.
  • We need you there to properly recognize the collective impact of District 5830.
Event Highlights
  • Friday Evening (optional): Fellowship dinner at BonFire (6:00 p.m.)
  • Saturday Late Morning: Brunch, Veterans Memorial & Paris landmarks tour
  • Saturday Evening:
    • 5:00 p.m. Meet & Greet, Silent Auction & Paul Harris Raffle
    • 6:00 p.m. Foundation Dinner & Program
    • Live acoustic entertainment
  • Dinner Cost: $60 per person entrée includes peppercorn crusted tenderloin or grilled chicken and sides and dessert along with two drink tickets
    (If your schedule is tight, join us Saturday evening—we’d love to see you.)
Hotel Information
Home2 Suites by Hilton (next door to the venue)
3143 NE Loop 286, Paris, TX
  • Rate: $135/night plus taxes (deadline Feb 6, 2026)
  • Group Code: RDB
  • Book online at home2suites.com/paris or call 430-900-1337 (Option 1)
WE NEED YOUR HELP — SILENT AUCTION & RAFFLE ITEMS
To make this a fun and successful fundraiser, please consider donating an item or experience. Great examples include:
  • Gift baskets (wine, coffee, Texas-themed, spa/self-care)
  • Sporting or concert tickets
  • Weekend getaways or hotel stays
  • Restaurant gift cards
  • Golf packages or outdoor experiences
  • Handmade items, artwork, or Rotary memorabilia
  • Business services or unique experiences
If you can donate or have questions, please contact DA Shirley at rotary5830da@gmail.com with your donation details.   
A Special Thank You
Thank you to Jill Cobb, President of Paris United Rotary Club, and her committee for their flexibility and leadership as we refocus on making this a truly memorable Foundation weekend.
This banquet is about celebrating you—the Rotarians of District 5830—who made this a historic year for The Rotary Foundation.
 
Please check your calendar and register today.
I look forward to seeing you in Paris… Texas!
 
Warm Rotary regards,
Damon G. Donnell
District Governor, 2025–2026
Rotary District 5830
Rotary Club of Athens, Texas