This year was one of service, growth, fellowship, and community impact for the Rotary Club of Stuart. Together, our members dedicated their time, talents, and resources to strengthen Patrick County and improve lives both locally and around the world.

 
 

Feature | Rotary on Tap

Rotary On Tap events united the community, provided support for local organizations, and fostered a sense of camaraderie among attendees. $7,568 Raised For Our Community Partners

  • Pints for Parks raised $1,230 for Friends of Fairy Stone Park

  • Pints For Pantry raised $2,003 plus pantry items for the Patrick County Food Bank

  • Pints For Pages raised $595 for Dolly Parton Imagination Library

  • Popcorn For Paws $1,045 plus supplies for the Patrick County Animal Shelter

  • Pints For Paws $1,055 plus supplies for Blue Ridge Animal Welfare League

  • Pints For Valor $1,640 for the Town of Stuart’s Hometown Hero Banner Program.

 

Education & Youth

Supporting local students and investing in the next generation remained a central focus of our club's service efforts.

  • Members conducted mock interviews with Patrick County High School students to help build confidence and develop workplace readiness skills.

  • Supported the Patrick County Dolly Parton Imagination Library with a $1,500 annual stakeholder contribution. Club members signed up families during Stuart Spooktacular and hosted a Rotary On Tap "Pints for Pages" event to raise awareness and community support.

  • Through the Stuart Rotary Student Loan & Scholarship Foundation, awarded $47,000 to 34 graduating seniors and celebrated their achievements with a reception for recipients and their families.

  • Treated faculty and staff at schools across Patrick County to coffee and doughnuts as a thank-you for their dedication to students.

  • Donated $3,000 to Patrick County High School's Senior Beta Club to support travel to the national competition.

  • Donated $1,500 to Patrick County High School's SkillsUSA program to support travel to the national competition.

  • Donated $500 to the Patrick County Library's Splash & Reach Summer Reading Program.

 

Fighting Hunger & Meeting Basic Needs

Rotary members worked to ensure local families had access to food and essential resources.

  • Donated $7,000 to the Patrick County Food Bank to help provide Thanksgiving meals for neighbors experiencing food insecurity.

  • Purchased, packed, and delivered weekend meals for students at Blue Ridge Elementary School throughout the school year, investing $5,093 in food supplies.

  • Purchased supplies, packed, and delivered hygiene bags for Patrick County High School students in need. The project totaled $8,000, including a $4,000 club contribution and a $4,000 matching grant from Rotary District 7570.

  • Donated $1,000 to Safety Rope to help community members in need of paying for essentials like electricity, rent, heat, etc.

 

senior outreach

Rotary members continued to build meaningful relationships with residents of Landmark Center through fellowship and service.

  • Hosted an afternoon tea for residents.

  • Celebrated Veterans Day with fellow club members and Landmark Center residents.

  • Visited during the holiday season to sing Christmas carols and distribute treats.

 

Environmental Stewardship & Community Beautification

Rotary members demonstrated their commitment to preserving and enhancing the beauty of Patrick County.

  • Conducted two Green Team roadside cleanup events with members and community volunteers.

  • Organized a workday to maintain the Trails at Rotary.

  • Purchased and installed a Peace Pole along the rail trail as a symbol of peace and goodwill.

 

community Events, Fundraising & Fellowship

Rotary events brought the community together, supported local organizations, and strengthened fellowship among members.

  • Planned and executed a safe and successful 71st Patrick County Agricultural Fair & Demolition Derby

  • Planned and executed a safe and successful Beach Music Festival.

  • Hosted multiple Rotary On Tap events to raise awareness, support local businesses, strengthen fellowship, and generate funding for community organizations.

  • Celebrated fellowship through our annual Chili Cookoff Challenge.