SERVICE ABOVE SELF

COMMUNITY

2022 Rotary Christmas Parade

FELLOWSHIP

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FELLOWSHIP

2022-23 BOARD MEMBERS INSTALLED

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OUTSTANDING ROTARY MEMBER AWARDS

FELLOWSHIP

Service Above Self

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RECOGNITION OF SERVICE

GIVING TO COMMUNITY

CELEBRATING A GREAT ROTARY YEAR

SERVICE ABOVE SELF

WELCOME TO THE ALLEN ROTARY CLUB

POPCORN PRINCESS

SERVING THE COMMUNITY

Are you an established professional who wants to make positive changes in your community and the world? The Rotary Club of Allen shares your passion for community service and friendship. We welcome you to visit our club and learn more about how Rotary is making a difference in the Allen community.

Community Grant Applications Being Accepted

The Rotary Club of Allen is now accepting applications for community grants. The Allen Community Grants are intended to financially assist nonprofit organizations with specific programs that support the quality of life, health improvement, education and poverty alleviation.

Applicants must verify nonprofit status, show a recent audit or financial statement, provide a list of staff and board of directors, and complete an application

The application deadline is February 27, 2023. Grant applications should be returned to the Rotary Club of Allen, P.O. Box 369, Allen, TX 75013 or emailed to Grant Chairperson Bill Fruit at bill.fruit@edwardjones.com. Contact Bill Fruit for additional information.

Grant Application Instructions

2023-24 Grant Application

Club Mourns Loss of Carl Gilliland - Charter Member

Carl Gilliland, a charter member of The Rotary Club of Allen and a past President of the club, passed away on January 18, 2023 at the age of 82. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, January 23, 2023 at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Chapel, 2525 Central Expressway North, Allen, Texas 75013.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Carl's memory to The Rotary Club of Allen at Rotary Club of Allen, P.O. Box 369, Allen, TX 75013 (with memo stating “ Carl Gilliland Scholarship” ) and the International Child Care USA, Inc, 1100 North Main Street, Suite 103-D, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104.

Burns & King Newest Club Members

Welcome to our newest members: Angi Burns and Nunu King. Angi is the publisher of City Lifestyle Magazine and lives in Murphy with her husband Gary. Nunu is a Realtor working with Berkshire Hathaway in Plano. She lives in Lucas with her husband Alex.

Meeting Location: TRU Hotel in Allen

The Rotary Club of Allen now meets at the TRU Hotel in Allen (1553 Central Expy N, Allen, TX 75013). The hotel is located north of the WalMart and Cracker Barrel Restaurant on the southbound side of the highway. This is the club's new location. Meetings will continue to held at noon on Wednesdays. The club previously met at the First United Methodist Church in Allen. We appreciate their hospitality and support through the years. TIP: The TRU Hotel parking lot can be accessed from the WalMart lot just before the southbound access road).

Service Opportunities For Members

Several opportunities are currently available for members interested in providing time, money or assistance to local organizations.

Amazon Wish List For Restored Hope Ministries:

For our Club service project this month, please remember to buy personal hygiene products (full sizes) at your local Dollar Tree, Dollar General, or on your next trip at the grocery store so we may assemble into kits benefitting Restored Hope Ministries, which help restore trafficked and sexually exploited women and children to normal lives. Please feel free to drop off items at my office located at 333 E. Bethany Dr., Bldg. H, Suite 100, Allen or Randy's office at 201 W. Main St., Ste. A, Allen 75013. For an Amazon Wish List, please see https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1I75HYOIP7F4F?ref_=wl_share.

Concession Stand

Thanks to everyone who helped with the Allen Eagle Stadium concessions in October, The weather didn't dampen the fun and opportunity for service.

The club Facebook page is: Rotary Club of Allen | Facebook.