Club News and Information
Rotary Club of Flatonia Welcomes New Leadership for 2026-2027

On Tuesday, June 23, the Governor of Rotary District 5870 officially kicked off the 2026-2027 Rotary year by installing the officers and Board of Directors of the Rotary Club of Flatonia.

    During the installation ceremony, District Governor Jeff Coleman administered the oath of office to the club’s leadership team, marking the beginning of a new year of service to the Flatonia community and beyond.

    The evening also included special recognition for Club President Victoria Duncan. District Foundation Chair Shannon Coleman joined Governor Coleman in presenting Duncan with her Paul Harris Fellow +3 recognition, honoring her continued support of The Rotary Foundation and its humanitarian work around the world.

    Rotary members and guests celebrated the club’s commitment to Service Above Self and looked ahead to another year of community service, fellowship, and leadership in Flatonia.

    President Duncan and the Board of Directors expressed their appreciation for the support of club members and district leadership as they begin the new Rotary year.

 
A Huge Thank You for All of Our Golf Sponsors
The Rotary Club of Flatonia would like to thank all of the sponsors 
who helped make the 2025 Flatonia Rotary Golf Tournament a success.
 
DOUBLE EAGLE SPONSORS ($1,000)
 
Don Mikulenka Custom Builders, Inc.
Virginia Steinhauser - Steinhauser Clay, Inc
Nickerson’s Farm
Victoria Duncan (In Kind) 
 
EAGLE SPONSORS ($500)
 
Cal-Maine Foods, Inc.
JBarB Sausage Co., Inc.
Jeanette Zouzalik
HeartBrand Beef, Inc. 

BIRDIE SPONSORS ($250)
 
Balcones Minerals Corporation
Prototype Machine Company
Flatonia McDonald’s
Mica Soil Service, LLC
Stryk Jersey Farm
Double K Custom Homes
Lora and Martin Cherry
S&S Grain, Inc.
Fayette Savings Bank
Larry & Sherry Haas
Satterwhite’s 3-Wire Ranch
BEFCO Engineering, Inc.
Fayette County Outfitters
Casey Lee’s BBQ
 
HOLE SPONSORS ($100)
 
Charles Zapalac
Mike Steinhauser Law Office
Flatonia Livestock Commission 
Ginny Sears
Goose’s Roost Ranch Cottages
Richter Well Drilling, Inc.
Hollas-Duncan Insurance Agency
Klesel’s Auto Truck & Tractor
American Legion Post 94
Jyl Stavinoha
Leon’s Electric & Plumbing
Schulenburg Glass Co.
Flatonia General Store - NAPA
Susan & R.J. Steinhauser
Pam & Robert Cunningham,  in memory of Bill Hassell  
Meservey Financial Group
Flatonia Food Mart
In Memory of “Sweet” Mueller
Fehner & Sons Grain Co., LP
Leroy’s Plumbing & Electric, Inc.
Cece & Brad Oden
Flatonia Pizza Company
Keep Flatonia Beautiful
Anne Wright
Judy & Kirk Pate 
 
Thanks also to the Flatonia Golf Association staff who prepared the golf course and welcomed golfers, and to the volunteers and golfers who all contributed to making this tournament a success!
 
 
 
What a powerful way to spend Valentine’s Day! ❤️

On Saturday, February 14, (Valentine's Day), the Rotary Club of Flatonia partnered with the Rotary Clubs of Shiner and Yoakum for our Rise Against Hunger service project — and our community showed up in a BIG way!

With the help of family, friends, and community volunteers, we packaged 10,000 meals to help fight hunger around the world. 🌎

Service above self was truly in action as we worked side by side, laughed together, and made a meaningful impact. Thank you to everyone who volunteered, donated, and supported this incredible effort. Because of YOU, hope is on its way to thousands in need.

Rotary Club of Flatonia Spreads Holiday Cheer Through Service and Fellowship
 
The Christmas season was a busy and joyful time for the Rotary Club of Flatonia as members lived out the spirit of Service Above Self through several meaningful projects and celebrations.
 
On Wednesday, November 12, the club gifted the Flatonia Food Pantry with $1,700 to help purchase turkeys for local families, ensuring many tables were filled during the holidays.
Supporting community institutions continued on Monday, December 1, when Rotary made a donation to the New Baptist Union Church in Flatonia toward the installation of new front doors.
Direct assistance to families was also a priority. On Thursday, December 18, Rotarians donated two overflowing food baskets to two Flatonia families, bringing comfort and holiday cheer during the season of giving.
That same evening, club members helped with donations and gift wrapping for children in the community at Blue Santa, hosted by the Flatonia Fire and Rescue Department, contributing to smiles and special memories for many local children.
To close out the season, the Rotary Club of Flatonia celebrated together with a Christmas social at Red Vault Bistro in downtown Flatonia on December 16, enjoying fellowship and reflecting on a successful year of service.
Through generosity, hands-on involvement, and fellowship, the Rotary Club of Flatonia made a meaningful impact this Christmas season—strengthening our community and sharing the joy of giving.
FLATONIA ROTARY RECOGNIZES INTERACT CLUB DURING WORLD INTERACT WEEK
The Rotary Club of Flatonia is proud to recognize the Flatonia High School Interact Club during World Interact Week, observed globally
November 3-9, 2025. Interact is Rotary International's service organization for young people ages 12-18, providing opportunities for leadership development and community service.
 
During the club meeting on November 6, 2025, Rotary President Pat Nickerson presented Interact Club officers with a commemorative certificate honoring the founding of the first Interact Club in 1962. The presentation highlighted the ongoing partnership between the Rotary Club of
Flatonia and the Flatonia High School Interact Club, and the positive impact both clubs continue to make in the community through service and leadership.
back:  Emma Wischnewsky, Treasurer; Ashlynd Judy, Secretary; Heather Smith, Interact Teacher Advisor; 
front: Melany Vargas, Vice President; Gigi Crayton, President; Pat Nickerson, Flatonia Rotary President
Friendly Czhili Challenge Heats Up for a Good Cause!

At last week’s meeting, 30 October, Rotarian Stu Mica settled a friendly wager with fellow Rotarian Patricia Satterwhite—a $100 bet on whose Czhili would reign supreme at Czhilispiel! The winner’s share was destined for Rotary’s Polio Plus campaign.

Stu’s team didn’t place, while Patricia proudly took 4th place in the Hometown Czhili Cookoff! True to his word, Stu presented Patricia with the $100 at Thursday’s meeting. In the spirit of Rotary, Patricia matched his donation—and Stu matched it again—turning a lighthearted bet into a $300 contribution to Polio Plus!

👏 A big thank-you to Stu and Patricia for turning fun and fellowship into meaningful impact. Together, we’re helping Rotary get one step closer to ending polio worldwide! 💙🌍

Flatonia Rotary Donates Much Needed School Supplies
The Rotary Club of Flatonia donated paper towels and 1” binders to the Flatonia Elementary School.
Club president, Pat Nickerson, and Rotarians Pat Satterwhite, and Bernie Satterwhite present much needed supplies to Flatonia Elementary Principal Laura Kutac.
Club Meeting Information
Welcome to the Rotary Club of Flatonia, Texas
Flatonia

Service Above Self

We meet In Person
Thursdays
Robert's Steakhouse
1241 Texas 95
Flatonia, TX 78941
United States of America
1st, 3rd & 5th Thursdays Each Month at 12:05 PM
District Site
Venue Map
Upcoming Events
Club Executives & Directors
President
Vicky Duncan
Treasurer
Bernie Satterwhite
Secretary
Jyl Stavinoha
Immediate Past President
Pat Nickerson
Foundation Director
Martin Cherry
Membership Director
Bernice LaSeur
Public Relations Director
Patricia Satterwhite
The Rotary 4-Way Test
Our Club's Formation
 
Rotary Links
 
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