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Southeastern PA member profiles, happenings, projects and impacts, locally and around the world.
Rotary Projects Around the Globe
Rotary clubs in 200 countries around the world identify local issues and take action to help solve problems and make their community better. This month features exciting and impactful projects from Rotary and Rotaract Clubs in Bermuda, Ecuador, England, Netherlands, and Vietnam.
Why Join a Rotary Club?
With clubs throughout the Philadelphia region, Rotary offers opportunities to make a lasting impact, both locally and globally.
Member Profile: Jeannine Osayande
Meet Jeannine, a lecturer and performer with deep roots in the Swarthmore area. She talks about her interest in helping young people make a social impact through service.
We are unstoppable
Since Rotary and our partners started this journey, BILLIONS of children have been protected from polio. But we still have work to do.
Member Profile: Ellen Williams
Many people’s career paths take them far from their original goals. Ellen Williams of the Chestnut Hill Rotary Club is no exception. Upon graduation from the University of Delaware with a degree in criminal justice, she was offered a position as a parole officer. “I took one look at what the job entailed and said, “Oh no. This is definitely not for me!”
After a tragic plane crash, Rotary members race to help
After a tragic plane crash, Rotary members responded immediately, delivering hot meals, essential supplies, and more.
Searching for something more?
Sometimes, life feels like it's missing something—a sense of connection, a deeper purpose, or just a space where you truly belong. If you’ve been searching for something more, we're here for you!
Response to U.S.’s Plan to Withdraw from World Health Organization
One of Rotary’s primary goals over the past several decades has been and continues to be to eradicate polio around the world. The following is a statement from Rotary International’s official response to the news of the U.S. likely pulling out of the World Health Organization.
Rotary Peace Fellow Named From Delaware County
Rotary Southeastern PA District is delighted to report that an applicant from from Boothwyn in Delaware County has been selected to become a Rotary Peace Fellow with the 2025 entering class.
Rotary Clubs jump into action to help wildfire victims
“Rotary is all about jumping into action as quick as we can." helping displaced victims with paperwork, lending spare bedrooms, and providing money, clothes, food, and listening ears.
The Dictionary Project; Engaging Third Graders in Northwest Philly
On a chilly late fall morning, Henry H. Houston Elementary School Principal Leroy Hall leads a cheerful “ABC Song” with third grade students who were excitingly waving dictionaries in the air.
“A B C D E F G… now I know my…” Accompanying Hall in the school’s library were teachers and a half dozen Chestnut Hill Rotary volunteers.
Rotary Reels: You’ll Be Surprised and Energized
Meet longtime member, Peter from the Rotary Club of Media. In this short video, he describes how much energy you receive about how to go out in the world and make it a better place.
LA Wildfire Relief Fund Announced
Southeastern PA Rotary District Governor, Francy Cross announced today that a fund has been set up to help support people affected by the disastrous fires in Los Angeles California. Cross also said that the $2,500 has been pledged from the SE PA District to kick off the campaign.
Rotary Projects Around the Globe
Rotary clubs in 200 countries around the world identify local issues and take action to help solve problems and make their community better. This month features exciting and impactful projects from Rotary and Rotaract Clubs in Canada, England, India, Philippines, and the U.S.
Rotary Reels: Help for an Orphanage in Liberia
Meet Warren from the Rotary Club of Chester. He describes the large scope of projects that his club is working on including a training program to improve farming techniques in Liberia t
Program Launches to Fight Deadly Diseases in Africa
$30 million project, Rotary Healthy Communities Challenge, will strengthen health systems in four African countries.
Rotary Reels: I’m Part of Something Bigger
Meet Cindy from the Rotary Club of Paoli-Malvern-Berwyn. She loves being part of something bigger.
Rising from the Ruins in Turkey
More than a year after two powerful earthquakes, Rotary’s relief efforts remain for many a path out of the wreckage.