Crookston, Minnesota, Rotary Club
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Welcome to Crookston RotaryRotary offers an opportunity to build lifelong friendships and experience the personal fulfillment of providing volunteer service. An organization of business and professional leaders, Rotary provides humanitarian service, encourages high ethical standards in all vocations, and builds goodwill and peace in the world. |
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The Crookston Rotary Club meets at 11:45 a.m. on Tuesdays at the Crookston American Legion (102 South Ash Street). |
Crookston Rotary Club News
Kristina Gray of Crookston is the newest member of the Crookston Rotary Club. She was officially inducted on Tuesday, May 17, 2011, and welcomed by Christo Robberts (right), president of the club.
Crookston Rotary Club President Christo Robberts (far left) presented a check for $1,000 to the Crookston Early Childhood Initiative on Tuesday, May 24, 2011. The check was a contribution from the Rotary Club to the new Crookston Sports Center Children’s Playground, an indoor play area geared toward children ages 5 and younger that is located at the Crookston Sports Center. Accepting the check on behalf of the Early Childhood Initiative were (left to right) Gayle Nelson, ECFE/School Readiness, Crookston Public Schools; Marni Kelly, Polk County Social Services; and Mary Efta, Polk County Social Services.
Benefits of Rotary Membership
- Become connected to your community
- Work with others in addressing community needs
- Interact with other professionals in your community
- Assist with Rotary International's worldwide humanitarian service efforts
- Establish contacts with an international network of professionals
- Develop leadership skills
- Involve family in promoting service efforts
Crookston Rotary Club Projects and Interests
- Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) Camp
- Home-delivered meals
- Scholarships for students of Crookston High School and the University of Minnesota, Crookston (UMC)
- Annual pancake feed to fund specific local/world projects
- School playground fundraisers
- Rotary Student of the Month for students of Crookston High School and UMC
- Host people from other countries in our homes and places of employment
- Rotary rose sale to benefit various community projects
- Donate to local charities
- Sponsor of reading programs at the local library
How Do I Become a Rotarian?
Rotarians are a diverse group of business owners, professionals, and community leaders who work together locally and internationally to promote peace and serve humanitarian needs. Members are what drive our clubs, and if you are interested in learning more about our fellowship you will find membership details on the official Rotary International website.
Contact our club president today to inquire about membership!
