Al Taylor's family launched Lily’s Pad in 2019 and began serving children in 2023 with 103 members - they are now serving 451 members. Lily's Pad serves children with leukemia, various cancers, heart defects and any condition that compromises their immune system. The initial build cost $850K, but monthly expenses total $27,000, so it's important that the community continue to support this crucial piece of children's recovery from devastating diseases. “Our family is blessed by Lily’s recovery and victory over cancer. If we can provide joy and distraction from the pain of medical battles, I will consider my work at Lily’s Pad a big success.”
Tempe South Foundation gave $14,150 initially and continues to support Lily's Pad.
Sarah, Carolyn, Cliff, Jeremy and Jackie worked at Tempe Salvation Army Saturday sorting donated clothing for Project Cure.
Victor and Kim, Carolyn and John, Jackie and Dennis and Bob and Kay had fun at the TCH Monster Mash Saturday night
Jackie and Bob “mashing” it to the Big Band tunes.
Also Last Week…
Guests - Thank you, all, for coming to our meeting!
Eric, Corinn's brother, came to the meeting. We hope you come back!
Happy Bucks -
Dennis went to the first meeting of the Tempe HS Interact club and there were 12 new members there!
Judge John Ore was happy to celebrate 32 years as a judge in various courts in the valley.
Victor was happy to be heading to Nigeria for another work project - he and Kim will be back in a month.
Annual Marines Toys for Tots Drive - Starts Now!
Let's make Christmas special for all the children who will otherwise not have a present under the tree. Bring toys to our Friday meetings beginning this Friday through Friday, Dec. 11th. Toys should be New, Unwrapped and in the $12-$25 range. Let's break last year's record and donate hundreds of toys!
Tempe Smoke Alarm Walk - Saturday, Nov 7th, 8am-noon
Join Cliff on Saturday Nov. 7th to install smoke alarms at no cost to residents in low-income or high risk homes, with a goal of reaching hundreds of residents in just one morning! No experience necessary - all training, materials and breakfast snacks provided!
Saturday, Nov. 7th, Clark Park, 1730 S. Roosevelt St., Tempe, 8am-noon
Sign up at tempesouthrotary.com
Ring the Bell for Those in Need!
The Salvation Army's holiday assistance programs provide food, gifts and other essential items to those in need during the holiday season. We have two dates allocated to the Club - Saturday, November 28th and Saturday December 19th. This is an opportunity to help the Salvation Army raise much needed funds for the great work that they do! We will be at the Fry's Store at Rural and Southern for both days from 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM.
Sunday, Nov. 29th -Rotary District 5495 Cardinals Game and Tailgate Party
Even if you can’t join us for the Arizona Cardinals Game & Tailgate Party on Sunday, November 29, 2026, you can still help make the day special for someone else.
There are several ways to participate:
Sponsor a Youth Exchange student or Interact youth for $135, including a game ticket and a raffle ticket.
Give a game-day experience to a teacher or first responder.
Today - Dec. 11th: Toys for Tots Drive - Bring $12-$25 unwrapped, new toys to meetings through Dec. 16th.
Friday, Oct 30th, 6-8pm, Club Monthly Social, Original Biscuits for Fish Fry, 1815 E. Elliot Rd, Tempe (Live Music)
Monday, Nov 2nd, Rancho Feliz Donor Appreciation Party, 5:30-8:30pm, ASU Kerr Cultural Center, 6110 N. Scottsdale Rd.
Nov 5-8, Mexican/American Conference in Orizaba, Mexico
Saturday, Nov 7th, Tempe Smoke Alarm Walk - Clark Park, 1730 S. Roosevelt St., Tempe, 8am-noon. Let Cliff know you're going.
Saturday, Nov 7th, Walk to End Alzheimer's: 7:30-11:00am, Wesley Bolin Plaza, 1700 W. Washington St., Phoenix
Friday, Nov 13th: Kettle Bells and Brain Cells - Salvation Army Tempe Corps, 2621 S. Rural Rd., 6:30pm. Foundation bought a table, so let Carolyn know if you want to attend.
Nov 13-15, Microcredit Trip to Mexico - Contact Abe to reserve.
Saturday, Nov 28th, Kettle Bell Ringing at Fry's. 3255 S, Rural Rd., 10am-4pm (2-hour shifts)
Sunday, Nov 29th, District 5495 Cardinals Game and Tailgate, 11:25am, Cardinals Stadium
Saturday, Dec 19th, Kettle Bell Ringing at Fry's. 3255 S, Rural Rd., 10am-4pm (2-hour shifts)
Jan 29-31, 2027, Rancho Feliz Sponsor Weekend - Contact Randy to participate.
Saturday, Feb 20th, Tempe South Car Show w/50/50benefitting AZ Burn Foundation, J. Alexanders Restaurant, 7111 W. Ray Rd., Chandler, 8am-noon
MEETING / PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Next available program slot is February 12th!Contact Kevin Herbst to get a program on the calendar. Thank you, Kevin!
Oct 30th: Monthly Social - Original Biscuits (Fish Fry), 1815 E. Elliot Rd. Tempe
Nov 6th: Sukki Jahnke Crohns, Colitis Foundation / Club Foundation Board Mtg
Nov 13th: In the PDR! Shante Saulsberry, Janice Women's Center / Shop for Seniors
Nov 20th: In the PDR! Joe Sweeney, District Governor / Club Board Meeting
Nov 27th: Dark for Thanksgiving - No Meeting or Social
Dec 4th: FBI, Latest Fraud Schemes / Foundation Board Meeting
Dec 11th: No Morning Meeting - Holiday Party
Dec 18th: Emily Swisher, Guatemala Literacy Project / Club Board Mtg
Dec 25th: Dark for Christmas - No Meeting
Jan 1st: Dark for New Year's Day - No Meeting
Stay Connected
tempesouthrotary.org (Tempe South ClubRunner website for member information, club documents)
tempesouthrotary.com (Tempe South Givsum public website - sign up for service projects, make a donation, membership application)
