The Rotary Club of Cleveland cultivates a diverse community of informed professionals working collectively to create a positive impact by exchanging ideas, forming meaningful, lifelong friendships, and giving back to our community.
Join Us!
Thursday, October 5, 2023
12:00 Noon - 1:00 pm
(Doors open at 11:30am for networking)
Windows on the River
2000 Sycamore St.
Cleveland, OH 44113
Sgt. Robert Kumazec
Executive Director
Cleveland Police Athletic League
Sgt. Bob retired from the Cleveland Division of Police, and is now Executive Director of the Cleveland Police Athletic League (http://www.clepal.org), this is a fantastic organization that has lots of programs for kids and adults, including athletic programs and community programs. St. Bob will be talking about the Builders of Tomorrow program, this is a program that helps working age kids with apprenticeships, helps place kids in jobs, has a partnership with Ohio Technical School, and also recruits for police and other first responder positions.
Mission Statement
To provide a safe and fun environment for youths age five to 21 through recreational and athletic activities
Foster positive interactions and relationships between local law enforcement and youth
Help keep children out of trouble and focused on becoming good citizens
Both Vocational Service and Community Service will meet 1:00 p.m. Thursday after our meeting
Volunteers needed for Mentors through Values in Action
Click the link below for the schedule and to sign up
Cleveland State University Dress for Success Event
Two days of volunteering to set up and assist students who cannot afford interview and work clothes to choose and try on suits, etc. provided by Dress for Success.
This event is well attended and important to the students. While Career Services has instituted a time ticketed process, the demand from students is great and volunteers would really help move the process along, as well as give confidence and encouragement to the young people.
When: Wednesday, October 4, 12:00 - 6:00 (grad students come at 3:00)
Thursday, October 5, 8:00 a.m - 2:30+ (students will start to arrive as
early as 9:00 a.m.)
To volunteer contact the Rotary Office rotarycle@gmail.com or Jerry Jarzabek gjarzabek@rwbaird.com. We can assist in parking instructions if needed!
St. Augustine Community Cupboard
They are open 2x per week to allow those in need to receive 15 personal & food items, and 15 clothing items in 2 separate rooms. The volunteers help with greeting, checking in & out, and navigating the crowd, carrying items for those who need help, sanitizing the grocery baskets used, and stocking shelves, etc.
Upcoming volunteer dates and times:
Saturday, October 21st., 2023 from 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 9th., 2023 from 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 20th., 2023 from 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Where: St. Augustine Community Cupboard, 2486 W. 14th St., Cleveland, OH 44113
Please RSVP to the Rotary Office at rotarycle@gmail.com or Amy Johnston at amy@hansonservices.com
Painting at the Merrick House has been rescheduled - Mark your calendars now!
What: Help paint 2 large daycare rooms at the Merrick House
When: Both Friday November 17th 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. and Saturday
September 18th, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where: Merrick House located at 1050 Starkweather Ave. CLE 44113
Details: We will have all of the painting supplies, only thing needed is
disposable gloves if you prefer. Please let the Rotary office know if
you can help!
Greater Cleveland Food Bank
Upcoming Volunteer Days Tuesday October 10th and 18th , 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. if interested email rotarycle@gmail.com or pqua@classicautocampus.com
American Red Cross Blood Donor Day, November 2, 2023
The Red Cross – which supplies ~40% of the nation’s blood – is experiencing its worst blood shortage in 10+ years & has been forced to limit blood products sent to hospitals. Patient care is at risk! Sign up to give ASAP & help overcome this blood crisis: rcblood.org/donate
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