Emily Erickson

Oro Valley Rotarian and BNI member Emily Erickson runs the raffle at Fashion Fusion Show.  Pictured with 6 Figure $uccess President Tommy Rompel.
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The Rotary Foundation 20231102

All imagesNovember is Foundation Month for Rotary International, and District 5500 Foundation Chair, Kristi Halvorson, spoke to the club on 2 Nov about The Rotary Foundation, including its history, programs (including grants, Peace Fellows and Polio eradication) and funding (including our own club's outstanding support!).
 
To view the slideshow from the presentation on 2 Nov, 2023 click HERE.  For more information on The Rotary Foundation (or to donate!) click HERE
 
The Rotary Foundation 20231102 Leo Lawrenson 2023-10-19 07:00:00Z 0 Foundation,PolioPlus,Rotary Foundation,TRF

Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc.

Anthony Young and Jamie Ibrahim of Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc spoke to us on how their organization provides civil legal aid for issues such as eviction, foreclosure, public benefits denial, guardianship of children in your care, Orders of Protection (restraining order) for victims of domestic violence, divorce and child support issues.  
 
To view the slideshow from the presentation on 26 Oct, 2023 click HERE.  For more information on the Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc. click HERE
 
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Jennifer Turner-Jones

Jennifer Turner-Jones is the founder of Southern Arizona Book Heroes, and spoke to us about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and their effects on people later in life.  She also introduced us to her non-profit which provides bags of books and other items to first responders to hand out to children at emergency scenes.   
 
To view the slideshow from the presentation on 19 Oct, 2023 click HERE.  For more information on the Southern Arizona Book Heroes click HERE.  To view the Amazon wish list for the organization click HERE.
 
 
 
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EDGE HS Donation

Steve Witthoeft (far right in dark blue Rotary shirt), Edge Board of Directors Vice President and former President of the Rotary Club of Oro Valley, presents an $8,000 check to Edge High School from the 2023 Taste of Oro Valley proceeds.
 
The Rotary Club of Oro Valley has awarded Edge High School $8,000 from the proceeds raised at the Club’s 2023 “Taste of Oro Valley” event last April. With the 2021 high school drop-out rates in Arizona at 23% and 29% in Pima County, Edge fills a critical need in Tucson’s drop-out crisis by helping students overcome the socio-economic, skill-gap, housing insecurity and mental health barriers that prevent them from getting a high school diploma.
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Club Meeting EDGE High School Field Trip

Instead of a regular club meeting on Thursday,  21 Sep., we will be meeting at the EDGE High School (Northwest Campus) at 231 W Giaconda Way # 113, Tucson, at 7:00 AM for a tour of the school and staying until 8:00. Principal Rob will meet us at the front entrance of the building for the tour. There will also be an opportunity for OV Club members to stay and go to a live class if they want. Classes start at 7:55 AM. 

Here is the link to the school's location maps:
 
Club Meeting EDGE High School Field Trip Leo Lawrenson 2023-09-21 07:00:00Z 0

Gerry McReynolds & Emily Erickson Bios

Our Club Secretary and Membership Chair, Gerry McReynolds presented his bio. 
 
To view the slideshow from his presentation on 24 Aug, 2023 click HERE.
 
 
 
Club Member Emily Erickson also presented her bio, and her slideshow can be viewed HERE.
Gerry McReynolds & Emily Erickson Bios Leo J. Lawrenson 2023-08-24 07:00:00Z 0

New Member Induction

Welcome our newest club member, Maria Cain-Prince, inducted in an inspiring ceremony at the 24 Aug Club meeting.  Maria has much past experience with the Boy Scouts and is very excited to join us!
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Jane Shurtleff Bio & Mentoring Project

Our Club Service Director, Jane Shurtleff presented her bio and a proposal for a new club community service project, providing writing mentoring for students.  
 
To view the slideshow from her presentation on 17 Aug, 2023 click HERE.
Jane Shurtleff Bio & Mentoring Project Leo J. Lawrenson 2023-08-17 07:00:00Z 0

Jeff Wilkins - Town of Oro Valley

Jeff Wilkins recently became the Town Manager for Oro Valley, and he spoke to us about his philosophy of town management and gave us an update on the status and future of various Oro Valley aspects and projects. 
 
To view the slideshow from the presentation on 12 Oct, 2023 click HERE.
 
For more information on the Town of Oro Valley click HERE.
 
 
 
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Lauren Burgoyne Hollick - The Greater Purpose Project

The Greater Purpose Project is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization: Our mission is to inspire people of all ages, ethnicities and backgrounds to discover their Greater Purpose of serving their local and global communities. We are achieving this mission through our Youth Heroes Program and as a positive news outlet!  Join our cause: The world needs your SUPERPOWERS! 
 
To view the slideshow from the presentation on 3 Aug, 2023 click HERE.
 
For more information on The Greater Purpose Project click HERE.
 
  RC of Oro Valley Superheroes ASSEMBLE!
Lauren Burgoyne Hollick - The Greater Purpose Project Leo J. Lawrenson 2023-08-03 07:00:00Z 0

Gayle Petrillo First Impressions

Gayle Petrillo, MBA, has coached individuals, and consulted with large and small companies for more than 25 years. She has held leadership positions in for-profit and non-profit organizations. First Impressions ensures individuals, small companies and large organizations present their best first impression. We help our clients gain confidence to land their dream job, be successful entrepreneurs, and assist corporations in attracting and retaining customers and employees focusing on team building and customer service training.
 
To view the slideshow from the presentation on 20 Jul, 2023 click HERE.
 
For more information on First Impressions click HERE.
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EDGE High School Presentation

The PCAE-Edge Program’s mission is to provide an alternative to traditional education for youth who have dropped out of the public school system or are at risk of doing so, and are seeking educational services along with counseling support in order to complete their secondary education.

To view the slideshow from the presentation on 22 Jun, 2023 click HERE.  

For more information on EDGE High School click HERE.
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Oracle Piano Society Presentation

Oracle Piano Society delivers piano and other musical programs of exceptional quality to the eclectic, high-desert town of Oracle, Arizona.

We create transformative cultural opportunities for the community through innovative performances and dynamic educational events.

To view the slideshow from the presentation on 15 Jun, 2023 click HERE.  
For more information on the Oracle Piano Society click HERE.
Oracle Piano Society Presentation Leo Lawrenson 2023-06-15 07:00:00Z 0

Youth On Their Own Presentation

Youth On Their Own LogoSupporting the high school graduation and continued success of youth experiencing homelessness
 
To view the Youth On Their Own slideshow from the presentation on 8 Jun, 2023 click HERE.  
For more information on Youth On Thir Own click HERE.
Youth On Their Own Presentation Leo Lawrenson 2023-06-08 07:00:00Z 0

SARSEF Presentation

SARSEF's Mission:  We create Arizona’s future critical thinkers and problem solvers through science and engineering.
To view the SARSEF Intro slideshow from the presentation on 1 Jun, 2023 click HERE.  
To view the SARSEF Race Against the Sun slideshow from the presentation on 1 Jun, 2023 click HERE
For more information on SARSEF click HERE.
SARSEF Presentation Leo Lawrenson 2023-06-01 07:00:00Z 0

The Modern Girl Scouts

To view the slideshow from The Modern Girl Scouts presentation on 11 May, 2023 click HERE.  For more information on Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona click HERE.
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Scholarships A-Z

To view the slideshow from Scholarships A-Z presentation on 20 April, 2023 click HEREFor more information on Scholarships A-Z click HERE.
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The Rotary Foundation Presentation Leo Lawrenson 2023-02-16 07:00:00Z 0

Our El Jute, Guatemala Project

To get a video update on our International Service Projects in the Village of El Jute, Guatemala, led by Rick Chimblo, our Club's International Service Chair, click HERE.
 
Thanks to the generosity of our Club, the $800.00 that we donated completely renovated the school kindergarten for the children of El Jute.  Amazing what can be done for this amount of money.
Gracias, 
Rick
Our El Jute, Guatemala Project Leo J. Lawrenson 2022-11-15 07:00:00Z 0 El Jute,Global Grant,Guatemala,International Service Project

Sonoran Science Academy Community Service Project

Sonoran Science Academy (SSA) is a free, public charter K-12 school with a small-school atmosphere in Tucson, and is focused on STEM education- science technology, engineering and math- and college prep, with instruction on writing and the arts, and opportunities for healthy physical activity. Our Club has supported SSA through several of our Community Service Projects, including providing playground equipment, school supplies, and even a flagpole.  On September 15, 2022, the Club visited the SSA campus to meet with the staff and see some of the results of our support.
Sonoran Science Academy Community Service Project Leo J. Lawrenson 2022-11-15 07:00:00Z 0 Community Service Project,Sonoran Science Academy

Fashion Show to Benefit RCOV

Our PE Linda Stratton represents our club in the local BNI chapter.  The chapter is having a fashion show to promote all members on November 15 at 4:30.  Our club will have a table and the fashion show has a lot of opportunity to promote our club and Rotary.  WE ARE THE BENEFICIARY OF THE  EVENT SILENT AUCTION.  So far, the group of models include Chief Kara Riley, Mayor Winfield's wife, and a few local newspeople.  Contact Linda for more details!
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OV a GOLD ShelterBox HERO Club, AGAIN! Leo Lawrenson 2022-10-16 07:00:00Z 0

BNI Teams with RCOV for IMPACT

On Saturday,  13 August,  members of the Business Network International (BNI) and family members joined the Rotary Club of Oro Valley's weekly effort to combat hunger in our community by loading hundreds of pounds of food graciously donated by the local Trader Joe's into a truck and then unloading and storing it at the IMPACT of Southern Arizona's Catalina location. 
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2022 Jim Click Fundraiser Leo Lawrenson 2022-08-05 07:00:00Z 0 Fundraising,Jim Click
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OVPD Bears

Oro Valley Interact collected bears and presented them to the Oro Valley Police Department on December 16, 2021! Thank you OVPD for all you do for our community!!
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Bears for the Judge

Bears collected by the Oro Valley Interact and Oro Valley Rotary Club's for Presiding Judge of the Juvenile Court Peter Hochuli and Natasha the Director of CASA in Pima County on December 16, 2021!
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Interact wrapping presents for the Impact Adopt A Child Program STACEY L FOX 2021-12-11 07:00:00Z 0
December 11, 2021 Food Bank Collection STACEY L FOX 2021-12-11 07:00:00Z 0

Interact Volunteering at snOV

The Oro Valley Interact and Oro Valley Rotary Clubs out volunteering at the Town of Oro Valley's snOV Event on December 10, 2021 helping out with games and craft projects!
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Interact Volunteering for Impact Food Bank STACEY L FOX 2021-12-01 07:00:00Z 0
Interact Volunteers collecting food for Impact STACEY L FOX 2021-11-27 07:00:00Z 0

Interact Thanksgiving Food Distribution

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Oro Valley Rotary's Canyon Del Oro High School Interact Group helping distribute Impact Food Bank's Thanksgiving Boxes to families in need on November 21, 2021.
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Interact volunteering for the town of Oro Valley's Spooktacular STACEY L FOX 2021-10-29 07:00:00Z 0
Interact packing food bags at Impact Community Food Bank STACEY L FOX 2021-10-27 07:00:00Z 0
Interact volunteering at the CDO Baptist Church Halloween Event STACEY L FOX 2021-10-23 07:00:00Z 0

Peace Pole Dedication

Oro Valley Rotary Club members practiced social distancing and observed COVID-19 protocol while dedicating a Peace Pole at the Innovation Academy. The pole proclaims the message of "May Peace Prevail On Earth" in English, Spanish, and American sign language along with the phrase “May Peace be in our Schools”. This is the first Peace Pole in the Oro Valley area, but one of 200,000 worldwide.
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Rotary at Work at the Rec Center Playground John Barnett 2019-07-26 07:00:00Z 0

Road cleanup - June 2019

 
Saturday June 1, saw an enthusiastic contingent of Oro Valley Rotary members cleaning trash from the side of the road at Oracle road near Catalina State park, and at Hardy road.
You will note the fashion style of the group with the Rotary yellow T-shirts and vests to match the blue of the plastic bags.
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Road Clean Up

 
June 1, 2019
We had 11 volunteers show up for Road Clean Up on Oracle Road.  Great time...good finds...
 
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