Greetings Rotarians and Friends,
Please join us for our weekly lunch meeting Tuesday, November 10, at noon at the United Church of Los Alamos, where we will welcome Jan McCray of Esperanza Shelter.
Esperanza Shelter provides support and resources to individuals and families affected by domestic violence. We’ll learn more about the organization’s work, the challenges facing survivors, and how our community can help.
Meals of Hope — November 21
Thanks to the tremendous volunteer turnout, our community came together to pack 25,000 meals for families facing food insecurity in northern New Mexico last year.
Join us on Saturday, November 21, from 9 AM to 5 PM at Crossroads Bible Church. We’re looking for volunteers of all ages to help pack meals for distribution through The Food Depot.
Learn more, volunteer, or donate at rotarylosalamos.org/meals
International Service — Our Rwanda Partnership
Our partnership with the Akili Rotaract Club in Rwanda continues to make progress!
Our club recently provided $500 in initial funding to help Akili Rotaract representatives meet with MTN Rwanda as part of the Digital Access and Opportunity Initiative.
Three Rotaractors — Eliezel Nijimbere, Emelyne Rwema, and Dushime Yeremiya — met with MTN representatives to explore partnerships involving affordable smartphones and internet connectivity.
The team is now gathering information about the technology needs of 20 young people while researching potential corporate partnerships and funding opportunities.
This early work is helping lay the foundation for a larger, sustainable project that could expand access to education, communication, and economic opportunities.
Rotary Scholarships for the Class of 2027
Planning is underway to continue our tradition of supporting graduating Los Alamos High School seniors with three $1,000 scholarships:
- Great Expectations Scholarship — Recognizing a hardworking student who demonstrates perseverance and commitment.
- Rotary Service Award — Honoring a student who exemplifies Service Above Self.
- Vocational/Trade Scholarship — Supporting a student pursuing vocational education or skilled trades.
Watch for additional information about applications and selection as the school year progresses.
November Is Rotary Foundation Month
November is Rotary Foundation Month, when we recognize the extraordinary work made possible through The Rotary Foundation.
From eradicating polio to supporting education, clean water, economic development, and peacebuilding, Foundation-supported projects demonstrate what Rotarians can accomplish when we work together.
Our recent Purple Pinky campaign is a great local example. At Barranca Mesa Elementary alone, students contributed $155 toward polio eradication!
With Giving Tuesday approaching on December 1, this is an excellent opportunity to consider supporting The Rotary Foundation and the international projects that make Rotary’s impact possible.
Rotary Youth Exchange — Applications and Host Families
Our Rotary Youth Exchange program continues to connect Los Alamos with the world!
We’re seeking local students interested in spending the 2027–2028 school year abroad, as well as families willing to host an international exchange student.
Youth Exchange offers students an opportunity to experience another culture, learn a new language, and develop lifelong friendships through Rotary’s global network.
If you know a student between 15 and 17 who might benefit from this life-changing experience, please encourage them to apply.
Learn more at rotarylosalamos.org/rye
ABC Promise — More Caps to Sort!
Our ABC Promise recycling project continues to attract interest from community partners, including fellow Rotarians in Santa Fe.
We have approximately 200 pounds of plastic caps already sorted, with another 200–300 pounds awaiting sorting. We’re working toward organizing another volunteer sorting event in November.
If you’d like to help turn single-use plastic waste into useful community benches, stay tuned for the next opportunity to volunteer!
Upcoming Events
Full calendar at rotarylosalamos.org/calendar.
November 16, Monday — Meals of Hope Training, 1 PM.
November 17, Tuesday — Rotary Lunch: Sunny Kellerman, noon. Join us for an update on Rotary District 5520.
November 20, Friday — Meals of Hope Setup, 3:30–6 PM, followed by a Q&A at 6 PM.
November 21, Saturday — Meals of Hope, 9 AM–5 PM, Crossroads Bible Church. Help us pack 40,000 meals!
November 24, Tuesday — Rotary Lunch: Baron Davis, noon. Our guest will speak about Safety Alert Patrol.
December 1, Tuesday — Giving Tuesday, an opportunity to support The Rotary Foundation and its worldwide programs.
December 8, Tuesday — Rotary Winter Potluck, 6–8 PM. Save the date for an evening of food, friendship, and holiday fellowship!
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