We’re thrilled to welcome Jenn Columbus into our club. The following is the introduction as read by her sponsor, Chane Griggs: Jenn Columbus is a proud lifelong Salem resident. She grew up in West Salem, attending Myers, Walker, and then South Salem High School, graduating in 2002. She moved to Eugene to attend the University […]
GoodWorks Project Application Form
Do you know of a deserving organization that is in need of a partner? Each year, our club accepts applications from organizations around the community that are looking for help to fund a major project. This year’s sponsorship amount is $30,000. The parameters, details and information on how to apply can be found on the […]
Statesman Journal Article: Partnership with Haiti
We were happy to an article in The Statesman Journal this morning covering yesterday’s meeting. It shares the touching story of the way our club – as well as others in/around the Salem area – got involved with the well projects in Haiti. Several of our members were quoted in the article, including Cynthia Witham. “It started […]
2015 Induction Video
Couldn’t make it to yesterday’s meeting? Catch the moving speeches from outgoing President Barry Nelson and incoming President Mary Way here!
21st Annual Rotary Golf Benefit
Last week, we posted some details about the upcoming 21st Annual Rotary Golf Benefit and we have more information for you! 4 person Golf Scramble Registration at Noon | Shotgun Start at 1:00 p.m $125/person in advance includes 18 holes of golf with cart, raffle ticket and a buffet dinner following the event. ($150/person day of.) […]
Building on Our Commitment to Literacy
Did you see today’s Facebook post about the great work our literacy committee is doing? Several members and volunteers met at the Salem Public Library to to label donated books for distribution at the Marion-Polk Food Share. We are proud to support such an incredible organization!
New Member Feature: Tammy Dennee
Welcome to our newest member Tammy Dennee. The following is the gracious introduction read by her sponsor – member John McCulley: It is our good fortune that Tammy Dennee will be a member of the Rotary Club of Salem. Tammy is a SNOB (Society of Native Oregon Born) calling Hood River her birthplace. She graduated from The […]
New Member Feature: Julie Huckestein
We are pleased to welcome Julie Huckestein into our club. The following is the warm introduction as read by her sponsor, Ron Hays. Julie Huckestein was appointed President of Chemeketa Community College in Salem Oregon in February 2015 after serving as Interim President since July 2014. Chemeketa Community College is the second largest community […]