The 27th Annual CNY Rotary Gift of Life Golf Tournament will take place on Monday, September 8, 2025, at the Fairways of Halfmoon, 17 Johnson Road, Mechanicville, NY.
It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of Past District Governor Ed Paparella, 1998-99 in the former D7150. Ed devoted his adult life to family (11 children!!), faith, and Rotary.
Click here for the full obituary, with information on calling hours and the service.
We are very sad to share the news of the passing of PDG Denise DiNoto, a member of Colonie-Guilderland Rotary who served as District Governor of the former D7190 in 2022-23. Read on for some of the heartfelt tributes that have been shared in the wake of her unexpected passing as we await the full obituary to be published.
Calling hours will be Friday, June 20th from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at St. Vincent dePaul in Albany (900 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12208). Services and a bite to eat to follow at the church.
Richfield Springs Rotary's Lobster Sale is back, once again benefitting several local projects that the club leads each year. See the flyer below for more details!
The Oswego Rotary Club honored five graduating seniors from the Oswego City School District with scholarships recognizing both academic excellence and community service.
The Fulton Noon Rotary Club recently hosted its Second Annual Cornhole Tournament at The Yard in Fulton.
Northville Rotary’s Sixteenth Annual Woodworking and Fine Arts Weekend July 18-20 will feature more than 60 accomplished artists from this area and beyond. Woodworkers, jewelers, weavers, potters, photographers, painters, and many other artists will display and sell their artwork at the Bradt Building and Town Park on Main Street in the Village of Northville on the beautiful Great Sacandaga Lake.
Rotary is an open and inclusive organization, the world around, and June is a month that we Rotarians, as members and as allies of the LGBTQIA+ community, can show that support out loud by participating in the MANY Pride events across our district.
The Kuyahoora Valley Rotary Golf Tournament will take place on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the Golf Club of Newport.
Celebrating it's 30th year, Baldwinsville Rotary's Seneca River Days is affordable, family fun. Make a plan to get to Paper Mill Island June 13 & 14th for live music, great food, fireworks, a duck pluck and so much for the kids to enjoy!
🎯 Schenectady Rotary Presents: Cornhole for a Cause! 🎯
Sunday, June 29, 2025 | Rivers Casino, Schenectady
Professionally managed by Adirondack Cornhole
Rotarians from across the district — you're invited to join the fun at one of the Capital Region’s most exciting service events of the year!
Whether you're here to toss bags, cheer on the players, or take your chance on one of our amazing raffles — your support will make a meaningful impact for local students and families.
Syracuse Inner City Rotary Club to Host Annual Farm Trip: A Fun and Educational Experience for All Ages
Trumansburg Rotary wishes to share the results of their annual duck race and express gratitude to all who helped make it a success. Read on to hear how the funds raised will go to work in their community!
The Colonie-Guilderland Rotary Club has organized a multi-club event to build beds for children in need in the Capital Region. The clubs will be volunteering to help the bed organization Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) to provide hand-made beds, and volunteers are invited to join the effort!
On Saturday, May 3 from 9-11 a.m. Glens Falls Rotary held its annual Kids' Fishing Derby and Casting Contest. This free event took place at Crandall Park Pond for kids ages three to 15. They only have to bring their own fishing pole and bait... the Club provides the fish! They work with the City of Glens Falls to bring this event to their area and they had their best turnout yet this year with 117 kids ages 3-15!
Next Week’s CNY Rotary ESRAG Task Force Presentation features a special session with Positive Polar, an organization at the intersection of science, adventure, and marine restoration.
The Binghamton Breakfast Rotary Club secured restoration of a World War I monument, in Veterans's Park on Conklin Ave., that had shifted out of plumb in the 107 years since it was installed.
Cortland Breakfast Rotary is holding its 35th Golf Tournament at Elm Tree Golf Course in Cortland at 9 a.m. on June 19.
The Rotary Club of Dewitt Foundation, Inc. is thrilled to invite you to their annual Dewitt Community Day Fundraiser, a vibrant, family-friendly event taking place on Saturday, May 31, from 11 AM to 3 PM at Pebble Hill Church in Dewitt.
On Sunday, March 22, Oneonta Rotarians gathered at Oneonta’s Southside Mall to compete in the 15th Annual CANstruction Competition. CANstruction is an annual exhibit and design competition that challenges competing teams to design and build structures out of canned food items.
Past District Governor, Owego Rotarian, and CNY Rotary's 2025 Council on Legislation Representative Matt Adler recently traveled to Chicago to take part in Rotary International’s triennial Council on Legislation (COL).
Twin Bridges Rotary is putting the fun in fundraising with Music Bingo —a modern twist on traditional bingo, replacing numbers with songs. The fun begins at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 14, at the Edison Club in Rexford.
It is time once again where Albany Rotary recognizes some of the region's amazing youth, and you are invited to join them. CLICK HERE for tickets.
Join Adirondack Foothill Rotary Club for a day of fun, friendly competition, and community spirit at their annual golf tournament.
Franklin Rotary and the Franklin-Treadwell Community Conversation invite community members to join us for a free hands-only CPR/AED training on Thursday, May 8, 2025, 6 p.m. at the Open Doors United Methodist Church, 475 Main Street, Franklin, NY.
As spring blossoms across the Capital Region, Schenectady Rotary is planting seeds of opportunity throughout the community with several exciting initiatives aimed at supporting local students, nonprofits, and service programs.
In a time marked by rising division and polarization, CNY Rotary is proud to host a special event that offers a proactive, community-driven response: “Positive Peace in a Polarized World”, a district-wide webinar scheduled for Wednesday, May 7, 2025, from 7:00 – 8:30 PM ET. All Rotary members and clubs throughout the region are warmly invited to attend this engaging, solution-oriented session.
Creating a culture of belonging within an organization like Rotary is essential for several reasons:
Over 800 Rotarians from 10 states and five countries are coming together for the Epic Day of Service on May 17. It’s a chance to serve, collaborate, and increase our visibility by doing what we do best: helping others.
CNY Rotary members are already making an incredible impact through service projects but imagine the potential if we were more connected, coordinated, and inspired by one another.
The Utica Rotary Club is extending a heartfelt invitation to Rotary clubs throughout the region to come together in support of a cleaner, greener Mohawk Valley.
The CNY Rotary Book Club convened at the Conference of Champions to hear Ann Callaghan Allen tell the story of the holocaust refugees who were rescued to Oswego in 1944.
At their first meeting every month, Norwich Rotary Club members donate canned goods, dry food, and hygiene products to support their local food pantries—Our Daily Bread and Roots & Wings—on a rotating basis.
It's time for the Schenectady Rotary Annual Spring Flower Sale! Their club is proud to partner with the Liberty ARC Horticulture program to provide these beautiful flowers every year!
The Southern Rensselaer County Rotary Club is spearheading two April events to support critical local needs—food assistance and emergency shelter—through music, bowling, and community generosity. The Malta Rotary Club is also lending support to one of the events.
The Cortland Breakfast Rotary Club recently welcomed two new members, Doug Withey and Laurie Comfort.
The Bainbridge Fire Department (BFD) has received a grant from the Rotary Club of Bainbridge. Volunteer firefighter Tom Akshar accepted the $2,830 donation on behalf of the department. The grant funded the purchase of new, high-quality structural firefighter gloves for the department, made possible by a matching grant from the Central New York Rotary Foundation.
The Glens Falls Rotary Club is proud to introduce the Harrison Freer Rotary Community 5K Run/Walk, a brand-new event dedicated to supporting local charities and promoting wellness.
Franklin Rotary invites community members to join us for a special presentation by Tyson Robb, Coordinator of the Delaware County Department of Public Works' Solid Waste Management Center (SWMC) on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 6:30pm at the Open Doors United Methodist Church, corner of Main and Water Streets, Franklin, NY.
The Fifth Annual Rubber Duck Race, sponsored by Trumansburg Rotary, will once again take place in downtown Tburg - this year on Saturday, May 10 - at which time 1,500 numbered duckies will enter Frontenac Creek near the Farmer’s Market at 1p.m. and swim a quarter mile to the finish line at the Route 96 bridge (near Gimme Coffee).
The Nimmonsburg-Hillcrest Rotary Club is marking 75 years of unwavering service, celebrating decades of impact in Chenango, Dickinson, and beyond. Since its founding, the club has championed education, health, and community outreach—mentoring students, supporting local businesses, and funding scholarships.
Rotary promotes peace in the world through our areas of focus. Peace poles can be a catalyst to bring communities together for this project.
With pens at the ready and hearts filled with good will, Oneonta Rotarians gathered at the February 6 weekly meeting to carry out the 5th Annual Valentine Card Outreach Project.
The VVS Community Rotary Club will celebrate its 70th Anniversary with a buffet dinner and dessert at Lakeside Landing on Thursday March 20 at 6 p.m.
The Rotary Rocket got a makeover for this year’s Krazy Downhill Derby.
Rotary International has partnered with the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) to promote the concept of Positive Peace. This partnership, established in 2017, seeks to build resilient societies through a structured and holistic approach. We are excited to share that the CNY region has taken a significant step by establishing a dedicated Peace subcommittee. As part of this initiative, we are proud to introduce the Rotary Positive Peace Academy.
Rotarians have long been at the forefront of service, leadership, and community engagement.
Rotary clubs across the district are joining forces to bring life-saving heart surgeries to children in need. The initiative, known as the Gift of Life program, is a rallying cry for compassion and action—a call that resonated with every club when they received an email at the end of December 2024.
It’s that time of year to start thinking about pulling those clubs out of the basement and getting into shape again to start a new year of golf. What better way to stretch all of those muscles and get into shape for your first round at your favorite golf course than to join your friends for a round of virtual golf at The New Hartford Rotary 3rd Annual Golf Tournament on April 9, 2025 at The Bunker at The Orchard, 8653 Clinton St., New Hartford, NY.
As we celebrate Black History Month it seems appropriate, especially in Rotary, to talk about the often-unacknowledged black volunteers that have made significant contributions throughout history in various fields and movements.
The Rotary Club of Ithaca made a special award presentation at its February 5 lunch meeting. Rotary President Angela Sullivan and Stacy Hall honored Rotarian Michael F. Brown with the prestigious Cliff Dochterman Award. The award recognizes Rotarians who have made distinguished and dedicated contributions to scouting through leadership, service, or mentorship.
The Rotary International Peace Fellowship is a unique and impactful program aimed at fostering global peace. Rotary’s unwavering commitment to peace, combined with the generosity of its members worldwide, makes the Rotary Peace Centers program both distinctive and successful. Through this initiative, individuals gain academic training, hands-on practice, and invaluable global networking opportunities, all designed to develop peace and development professionals who can become effective catalysts for peace.
Rotary leaders from across our district are invited to the Empire Multi-District President Elect Learning Seminar (MD PELS), set to take place on March 15-16, 2025, at the DoubleTree by Hilton, Carrier Circle, Syracuse. This event provides President Elects with a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights, enhance their leadership skills, and connect with other Rotary leaders in preparation for their upcoming terms.
Long time DeWitt Rotarian Joseph "Joe" McCarthy passed away on Monday January 6, 2025, at home.
You've got to be in it to win it! Help support Albany Rotary by participating in their annual Super Bowl Squares fundraiser. See details below!
Five years ago, our district's Global Grants Committee embarked on its first opioid awareness global grant and, in search of an international partner, reached out to over 100 Rotary clubs.
Vestal Rotary's St. Patrick's Day Raffle Fundraiser, an exciting event taking place on March 15 from 6-8 p.m., supports many of the club's vital community programs. For just $125, you not only get a ticket to an unforgettable evening, but also two guests to bring along for the fun.
Oneonta Rotary’s Third Annual Wine Tasting Fundraiser will be held on February 15th, at 6 pm at Social Eats Café—Project 607, 546 Main St., Oneonta.
The CNY Rotary Global Grants Committee voted recently to support the Breath to Life project in Alanya, Antalya province, Turkey. Grant funds will be used to purchase three neonatal ventilators for use at Alanya State Hospital’s Level 3 neonatal intensive care unit, serving infants who cannot provide adequate oxygenation on their own or who have multiple organ failure and are at high risk of mortality, requiring respiratory support.
In response to the devastating wildfires near Los Angeles, Rotary and our partners are mobilizing to provide critical support to those affected. The fires have caused immense destruction, displacing tens of thousands of residents and leaving many in urgent need of assistance. The crisis is still ongoing. Here are two Rotary-connected pathways to support those in need, as well as some helpful advice in choosing where to donate and avoiding scams.
Fulton Sunrise Rotarians Mary Farfaglia and Ellen Pierce shared the knowledge they’ve gained as registered nurses (RNs) to help their fellow Rotarians learn more about the safety of and protection given by vaccines.
At a recent meeting of CNY Rotary’s Global Grant Committee, it was agreed that they would join The Rotary Club of Thavaravadi and the Innovation Hong Kong club in purchasing medical equipment for Orthopedic Surgery for the hospital in Kumpanangsaen, Nakhonpathom, Thailand.
The Hamilton Rotary Club has been a driving force in enhancing both local and global communities. Two recent initiatives, the Night of Lights and the End Polio Now campaign, highlight the club’s dedication to service.
Getting more media attention can help your club grow and raise awareness. With many media outlets lacking the resources to cover as much ground as they had in the past, it’s more important than ever to take a proactive approach. Here are five easy tips to boost your club’s visibility:
As we begin 2025, we begin with hope and passion for a polio free world. While 2024 may have seemed a set-back ending with 92 cases and a number of vaccine delivery challenges, it served as a great reminder that we must be aggressive in our eradication efforts.
It was a packed house at the Rotary Club of Utica’s “Not So Silent Night” Gift Auction, held last month at the Fort Schuyler Club. In true Rotary fashion, the holiday spirit was anything but silent – not to mention the Rotarians sporting themed-holiday sweaters that were almost as loud as the auctioneers.
On December 20, the Cortland Breakfast Rotary helped Loaves and Fishes with their Holiday Food Baskets. Participating were Mark Roberts, Conrad Janke, Kathie O’Mara, Zack Zimmerman, Mike May, Tammy Zimmerman, Nicole VanDee, Emma Dermott, and Dianne Higgins.
Rotary International (RI) has simplified the goal-setting process in Rotary Club Central and we need club leaders to get their goals in. We're half way through the Rotary year, but it's never too late to set your sights on growth, innovation and giving! Learn about the new, more focused-goals process and how to get your club up to speed.
CNY Rotarians were involved in two efforts, one in India and the other in Kenya. Below you'll find reports summarizing these phenomenal efforts!
The CNY Rotary Learning Committee is excited to share the following opportunities to help Rotarians enhance their leadership skills and prepare for future roles.
It is with deep sorrow that Albany Rotary shares the news of the passing of PDG Bill Nathan.
The Book Club enters its second full year of literary explorations with a variety of books, two of which have Central New York connections.
Fulton Sunrise Rotarians recently put colorful decorations on bags that they then filled with food. Those bags, called Blizzard Bags, will be distributed by Oswego County Opportunities staff to homebound seniors in its home-delivered food program.
The following report is from Gift of Life International CEO, Rob Raylman:
Our 11th training visit to La Paz, Bolivia was full of excitement and the culmination of monumental milestones, moving this program closer to sustainability and Legacy status. Six precious Bolivian children were operated at Hospital del Niño and 18 more children had their hearts healed through interventional catheterization procedures at Clinica Obrajes.
The CNY Rotary Nominating Committee have completed their important duties and the Executive Committee is pleased to announce the newest member of their team, Samantha Netzband.
The Rotary Global Grant Adopt a Fruit Tree/Tully Rotary Ecological Environmental Sustainability (TREES) project, led by the Rotary Club of Tully, is working to plant 8,257 avocado trees in Bungoma County, Kenya.
The Rotary Club of The Kuyahoora Valley recently purchased 96 dictionaries to distribute to the 3rd grade students in Poland Central School and West Canada Valley School.
During harvest season, people around the world give thanks for the bounty by bringing together friends and family. In line with the Rotary test of “Will it build goodwill and better friendships,” the holiday is giving thanks and is all about goodwill and friendship.
The holiday season has arrived, and there’s no better way to brighten up your home than with a beautiful, handcrafted wreath—just in time for festive gatherings! The Schenectady Rotary Club is thrilled to announce its Annual Wreath Sale, offering stunning wreaths made with care by the talented team at Liberty ARC Horticulture Center at Maple Ridge. These gorgeous creations are available for just $30, and your purchase will support some incredible causes.
It's a been a minute. Did you miss me? I've been so busy with awesome Area Visits, that I didn't have much time to write. But now we have something really important that I want you to know about for your club's social media presence. Read on Rotary friends!
At the Rotary Club of Cooperstown's November 19 meeting, a ceremonial check for $4,000 was presented to support a pioneering partnership between Bassett Healthcare Network’s Cancer Institute and the Cooperstown Food Pantry. This innovative collaboration provides free, nutritious food to cancer patients in need across the region, alleviating financial burdens during their treatment.
Need a Christmas Tree this holiday season? Ballston Spa Rotary currently have several for sale. Proceeds will support a number of the club's community initiatives. See the flyer below for more details!
The Cortland Breakfast Rotary presented a $3,000 check to Ty Marshall of the Center for the Arts and helped clean the exterior of the building in appreciation of the Center.
On Saturday, December 7 at 7:30 a.m., Moravia Rotary will host its 5th annual holiday fun run, kicking off in conjunction with the Moravia-Locke Chamber of Commerce’s 23rd annual Christmas in Moravia event.
The big guy in the red suit is coming back to town and bringing the Mrs. with him! The annual Twin Bridges Rotary “Breakfast with Santa & Mrs. Claus” is set this year for 8:30-11 a.m., Saturday, December 7 at the Clifton Park Elks Club, 695 MacElroy Road.
More than 60 CNY Rotarians and friends of Rotary gathered at the DoubleTree Binghamton on November 17 to celebrate an achievement many thought not possible.
Alcohol has been used in celebrations for centuries, it is an ancestral beverage, and it has been both divinized and demonized. Some refer to it as a social lubricant as it allows people to let go of a little bit of their inhibitions and celebrate. It can make people feel more relaxed, lighten the mood and even make an anxious social situation more tolerable by the sense of feeling free from self-consciousness.
Election Day 2024 was the day for the 67th Rotary Club of Cooperstown’s Election Day Pancakes event.
The Camillus Solvay Geddes Rotary is deeply committed to addressing food scarcity in their local communities. For years, they have focused on bringing resources to those in need, whether through food drives, fundraisers, or community partnerships. Each year, their “Walk Against Hunger” event brings neighbors and friends together, not only to raise funds but to show support and solidarity with those facing food insecurity. Thanks to the generosity of the community, this year’s Walk Against Hunger in September was a success, with all proceeds going to organizations that make a tangible difference in people’s lives.
CNY Rotary’s Public Image Committee is excited to announce that they’re offering grants of up to $250 in matching funds for evergreen projects. These funds can help purchase materials and tools that promote your club’s visibility for years to come.
Twenty-nine volunteers broke up into groups to plant another 40 trees across the city on Saturday, as part of the Urban Tree Planting project, a cooperative program with The Unitarian Universalist Church, Rotary Club of Utica, and the City of Utica Parks Department.
For as long as anyone can remember, the Edmeston Rotary Club has held an annual Halloween party for our area children.
The Rotary Club of Utica recently celebrated the outstanding contributions of six exceptional individuals at their Pride of Workmanship Awards luncheon, held at the Five Points Public House and Events Center.
On Monday, December 2 at noon, DeWitt Rotary will be holding a luncheon at The Collegian Hotel, featuring Joe Nehme, Senior Manager External Affairs at Micron Technology, Inc., as guest speaker!
Concerned about the number of children in our area seen riding their bicycles without helmets recently, members of the Edmeston Rotary Club decided to take action to address the issue.
Sunday, November 17, 2024, CNY Rotary will hold our first ever Legacy Brunch. Our goal is to raise one million dollars for the Rotary Foundation’s Endowment Fund. Some of you might remember it as the Permanent Fund, if you have been in Rotary as long as I have. The CNY Foundation Committee needs to find 100 people who will pledge or bequest $10,000, meaning that you will leave that money to Rotary in your will or estate.
Whenever I have a challenge in my life, I try to lean into my DEI toolbox for the right tools to get me through.
Please accept our sympathies for the news of the passing of a Past District Governor who served the former District 7170, now CNY Rotary. Dick Church joined Rotary in 1980 in Hornell, later transferring to the Nimmonsburg-Hillcrest Rotary Club where he served our region as a District Governor in 1999-2000.
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