Happy Veterans Day Rotarians and Friends,
Today, we honor those who most embody the spirit of “Service Above Self”. Rotary has a long and meaningful history of supporting military service members, veterans, and their families. Many early Rotarians served in the military or supported wartime relief, organizing drives for Red Cross supplies, war bonds, and medical aid. Rotary clubs also helped returning soldiers reintegrate into civilian life through job placement and education. Rotary was instrumental in founding the United Nations and remains deeply involved in international peace and conflict resolution programs.
Many fellows are veterans or service members who apply their experience toward global peacebuilding, diplomacy, and humanitarian work. Clubs often collaborate with the USO and local veterans’ centers to provide comfort kits, host appreciation dinners, or sponsor community service projects. Many Rotary clubs participate in programs like Operation Greenlight and Wreaths Across America to visibly honor veterans and bring the community together.
This Week’s Speaker
Our guest speaker this week is Adaptive Sports New Mexico Executive Director Camille Romero. she leads with a passion for inclusion, outdoor recreation, and community impact. A Santa Fe native, Camille has worked in the nonprofit sector since 2008; she joined the ASPNM team in 2015. She holds a BS from the University of Notre Dame and a JD from the University of New Mexico. A certified Pilates instructor and avid sports enthusiast, Camille is dedicated to creating opportunities for people of all abilities to thrive—especially in her beloved home state of New Mexico.
If you missed last week’s meeting on AI for Humanity, you can view the video here.
Meals of Hope Next Saturday
Every year, the Rotary Club of Los Alamos partners with Meals of Hope and The Food Depot with the ambitious goal of assembling thousands of meals for northern New Mexico families. This program is remarkably cost-effective – every dollar provides three meals! We’re meeting on Saturday, November 22, 2025 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM at Crossroads Bible Church and invite volunteers of all ages and abilities to be part of this event. Signing up in advance helps us to plan, but even if you can’t commit ahead of time, we’d be happy to have you show up if you’re available. If you can’t attend in person, you can really help us out by making a tax-deductible donation. For more info, visit our Meals of Hope page.
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