Florence Brasser students with dictionaries.The Rotary Club of Gates-Chili, whose motto is, “Service Above Self,” continues to provide support for those in need. The club is collecting food supplies through the end of February to support the needs of community organizations. This year, SWEM (South West Ecumenical Ministries) is the organization that will receive this food collection. Support from the community is welcome. Contact the club at gcrotary@gmail.com and arrangements will be made to provide donation pick-up.
Over the last few months, the club provided staffing for the Ronald McDonald House sale, supported the Salvation Army Bell Ringing by providing a staff at the North Chili location, provided and distributed food baskets to 25 families before Christmas and wrapped presents for needy children in the city through ‘Holiday Outreach.’ Members also held the annual Christmas party for Boy Scout Troop 327, a special needs troop that the club founded and supports.
As part of the club’s literacy program, members provided 250 dictionaries to each third grade student in four schools: Gates Chili Florence Brasser School, Coldwater Road School, Walt Disney School and to Rochester School No. 43, located at Mt. Read and Lyell Avenue. These dictionaries also include an atlas.
The club meets Wednesdays at 7:15 a.m., Garlock Hall, Roberts Wesleyan College. Visitors welcome.
