Community Service Awards
Rotary Year 2025-26
Each Spring our club provides cash awards to deserving community projects. Generally, funds are awarded only for capital projects with a priority of benefitting children and to be completed within one year of the award. Maximum award is $1,500.00. Capital projects may include items such as program supplies (instruments, books, videos, etc.) but not salaries, rents, mortgages or debt retirements.
An application form my be downloaded using this link.
Student of the Year
Each year, starting in January, Student of the Year awards are given to 5th and 8th graders from each of our local area schools, one at each of our weekly club meetings. These outstanding students are selected by the schools’ faculty, having demonstrated Rotary’s values of Service Above Self and have met the criteria of the Rotary Four-Way Test. Academic performance is an additional consideration. Student selected this year so far are:
March 11: Harlynn Christensen, 5th grader from Fruitdale Elementary.
March 4: Eleanor (Ella) Bailey, 5th grader from Manzanita Elementary.
February 25: Nixon Olson, 5th grader from Lincoln Elementary.
February 18: Taven Beckstead, 8th grader from Applegate School.
February 18: Marquee Hersha, 5th grader from Applegate School.
February 11: Darien Ruiz, 5th grader from Redwood Elementary.
February 4: Ashton Spendlove, 5th grader from Highland Elementary.
January 21: Norah Williamson, 5th grader from Madrona Elementary.
January 14 Aven Weiking, 5th grader from Allen Dale School.
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About our Club
Grants Pass Rotary started in January of 1924 when the President of the Medford Rotary Club along with several of its members met with local Grants Pass businessmen to discuss the formation of a local club. Over the years the Grants Pass Rotary Club has been distinguished by having some of the key people in the development of our area as members. As the town grew, so did Rotary. Today we have around 110 members representing a cross section of business and professional men and women of Grants Pass. The club has been a leader in community service projects as well as supporting the international aspects of Rotary through the Rotary Foundation.
Eradicating Polio
Rotary has been working to eradicate polio for more than 35 years. Our goal of ridding the world of this disease is closer than ever. Learn about the Rotary Global Polio Eradication Initiative.
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Youth Scholarship Awards
Youth Scholarship awards for this year were announced at our club meeting on May 21. These awards, $2000 each, were awarded to the following 3 students.
Grants Pass High School – Annamarie Clark, who has been accepted to both George Fox and SOU, plans to study Nursing, and wants to be a NICU nurse.
Hidden Valley High School – Marlo Pearce, who has been accepted to both OSU and RCC and plans to study Art History to become a museum curator.
North Valley High School – Andean Paredes, who has applied to OSU and UofO to study Business Administration with the goal of being an entrepreneur.
Congratulations to all, and best wishes for a successful college experience!
District News
- Sister Firechief Tony Prior will serve on District 5110 Disaster Relief CommitteeSister's Firechief Tony Prior, who presented to Sisters Rotary, will serve on District 5110 Disaster Relief Committee. We’re especially proud to call Tony one of our own fellow Rotarians at the Sisters Rotary Club 😊 It’s not every day your guest speaker is also part of the club family!
- At the Conference: Lead Like a Coach – 3 Powerful Lessons from Kelly GravesWhat separates a good team from a great one? And more importantly, what separates a good leader from one people truly want to follow? At District Conference, you’ll hear from Kelly Graves, head coach of the University of Oregon Women’s Basketball team.
- District Conference May 15-17 – We’re More Than You Think!
- Tee Up Some Fun at the District Conference!Join us at the beautiful Oakway Golf Course—a scenic executive course right in the heart of the city. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just enjoy a casual round, this is a perfect way to connect, unwind, and enjoy some fresh air before the conference activities begin.
- Siskiyou Scenic Bicycle Tour 2026Have great fun riding your bicycles in gorgeous Siskiyou County, CA, with views of Mt. Shasta, Shasta Valley, Scott Valley, The Marble Mountains and the Trinity Alps! Yes, there are a few California clubs in Rotary District 5110- all part of the State of Jefferson!
- New Rotary Peace Center in IndiaRotary has opened a new Peace Center in India which will focus on issues relevant to Asian countries.
