Ralph and Donna Hood
As this Rotary year comes to a close, I find myself filled with gratitude for the privilege of visiting clubs across our district. Each visit was inspiring in its own way. Again and again, I saw Rotarians showing up with energy, creativity, compassion, and a deep commitment to service.
What stood out most was this simple truth: every club in our district is making a difference. Some are meeting urgent needs close to home. Others are building partnerships and projects that reach far beyond our communities. Many are doing both. Together, our clubs reflect the best of Rotary: local action, global connection, and service above self.
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By Rosanne Gain
Chinle Planting Hope offers Rotarians International Service opportunity in the United States.
Located in northeast Arizona, New Mexico and Utah, Navajo Nation is the largest and most remote Indian reservation within the United States. The nation has its own largely autonomous government while still being part of the United States. Traveling there to perform service is a memorable trip to a unique and beautiful culture.
Access to clean water changes everything.
The Rotary Club of Vail Edwards is currently seeking project partners and donors to support Global Grant GG2688080, a transformative water and sanitation initiative that will bring safe drinking water to hundreds of families in Tipacoque, Colombia. As the international partner for the project, the club is inviting Rotary clubs and districts to join this effort to improve health, reduce waterborne disease, and create sustainable change for generations to come. With District Designated Funds (DDF) still available, clubs have a unique opportunity to multiply their impact through this important global project.
Rotary International Convention
Create lasting impact · Connect. Discover. Inspire.
Five days of inspiration, fellowship, and service at the Rotary International Convention 2027.
Registration opens September 2026. Details on convention.rotary.org.
Every Rotarian has a reason they said "yes" to Rotary. For some, it's the opportunity to serve. For others, it's the friendships, leadership opportunities, scholarships, youth programs, or the chance to make a difference close to home. Whatever your reason, your story matters. By sharing our experiences, we help others discover the impact and joy that Rotary brings to our lives and communities. Today, we're pleased to share the Rotary story of Kristine Beach from Cedaredge.
Donna Hood
26-27 District Governor
Some people build successful businesses. Others devote themselves to serving their communities. A rare few dedicate their lives to doing both while inspiring others along the way. Donna L. Hood is one of those people.
As Rotary members,
we share the same goal: making meaningful change in communities around the world.
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