The Rotary Club of Leicester

08/04/2026

Last week, we were proud to donate over 100 sanitary products and toiletries to support the incredible work of the New Futures Project 💙

The New Futures Project delivers vital welfare and counselling services for women and young people facing challenges such as sexual abuse or exploitation, domestic violence, trafficking, poverty and debt, substance use, and mental ill-health.

Our newly formed partnership with The Hygiene Bank & Your Smalls Appeal has already begun to make a difference—and will enable us to support even more women and girls across our community.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support our efforts to make a positive impact. 🌟

31/03/2026

Our annual Easter Egg Drive was again a great success - organised by the Rotary Club of Leicester Impact Group 🐣🍫

Thanks to the incredible generosity from all our members and partners, we were able to donate easter eggs to AGE UK Leicestershire & Rutland, Love4Life, Goldhill Adventure and the Focus Group—helping to bring smiles to both young people and the elderly across our community.

Love4Life has around 250 young girls typically aged around 11–18. Offering a mentoring and support programme to help them build confidence, self-worth and healthy relationships.

Goldhill Adventure Playground is a community-based project in Leicester that provides a safe, supportive space for children and young people—particularly those who may be vulnerable or need extra support.

Focus Group works mainly with 13–25 year olds, especially those who may be vulnerable or facing challenges. Their overall aim is to help young people develop skills, confidence and aspirations so they can lead positive, fulfilling lives and contribute to their communities.

A huge thank you to everyone who made this possible, including our valued partnerships with HSBC Bank, Brookfield Business School and the Cubs at the 9th Leicester Scout Group. Your support truly made a difference.

It’s amazing to see what can be achieved when a community comes together—spreading kindness, joy and a little bit of Easter magic to those who need it most 💛

27/02/2026

🎁 A huge thank you to the wonderful staff at Brookfield Business School for their generous donations to support the ‘Give A Gift’ project led by the Rotary Club of Leicester Impact Group.

Through our valued partnership with Age UK Rutland & Leicestershire, these thoughtful gifts will be given to vulnerable elderly people on their birthdays — helping to remind them that they are remembered, valued, and not alone. A simple gift can bring so much joy, happiness, and comfort, making their special day truly meaningful.

This project shows how small acts of kindness can make a big difference in our community. 💜

If you or your organisation would like to get involved and help us bring smiles to more people, please get in touch with the Rotary Club of Leicester. Together, we can continue spreading kindness and celebrating those who deserve it most.

22/02/2026

🎨 What an inspiring evening with the Rotary Club of Leicester Impact Group judging entries for the Rotary Young Artist Competition!

We were absolutely blown away by the incredible standard of artwork submitted. The creativity, imagination, and talent on display made judging both a privilege and a real challenge. Every piece told its own story, and it’s clear that the future of art is in very capable hands.

The Rotary Young Artist Competition, organised by Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland (Rotary GB&I), youth programmes, gives young people the opportunity to express themselves creatively, build confidence, and showcase their artistic abilities. It’s about far more than competition — it’s about encouragement, opportunity, and celebrating young talent.

A huge well done to everyone who entered. You should all be incredibly proud of what you’ve achieved. 👏

27/11/2025

🌍 A Walk With Purpose – Supporting End Polio Now 💜🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️

In October, members of the Rotary Club of Leicester and the Impact Group proudly joined forces with the CFWHub to raise awareness and vital funds in support of Rotary International’s End Polio Now campaign.

This inspiring collaborative event brought our community together in a spirit of health, unity, and service — reflecting Rotary’s ongoing global mission to eradicate polio once and for all.

👣 The Day at a Glance
Our charity walk guided participants past several places of worship across Leicester — a route carefully chosen to represent inclusivity, shared purpose, and the strength found in different faiths and backgrounds walking side by side.

We set off from Stoneygate Baptist Church, greeted with warm hospitality and refreshments. After returning to the church, participants enjoyed further fellowship and a chance to reflect on the day.

💉 Following the walk, a national vaccination van was stationed at the church as part of the National Vaccination Programme, reinforcing the importance of public health and prevention. Later, attendees gathered in the hall to hear speakers share powerful insights about the fight against polio and the role vaccination continues to play worldwide.

💜 Together We Made an Impact
Thanks to the generosity and enthusiasm of everyone involved, an amazing £720 was raised for the End Polio Now campaign. With Gift Aid and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation adding $2 for every $1 raised, our total will reach approximately £1,500.

🙏 A heartfelt thank you to all who participated, supported, and helped spread the message. Every step brings us closer to a world free from polio. 💜🌍

09/10/2025

One of the privileges of being Club President is the ability to recognise a fellow member for their outstanding service to both our Club and Rotary International. At our lunch on Monday at The Grand Hotel, I was delighted to present Rotarian Nick Thomson with a Paul Harris Fellowship. Nick has been a stalwart of our Club, where he has held a number of offices and has taken the lead on a series of projects, including our highly successful Technology Tournament. Nick, thank you for your service.

07/10/2025

Thanks to Rotary’s efforts, 20 million people have been saved from paralysis and are able to walk today. This fundraising activity reminds us of the life-changing difference eradicating polio is having.

Walk a Mile to End Polio is simple. You can walk alone or with us on the 25th of October, just get your trainers or walking boots on, head outside and walk a mile.

On the day:

Route

* Start - 11.00 at Stoneygate Baptist Church, 315 London Road,
* Walk north west along London Road, turn left onto Avenue Road
* Arrive at the Leicester Progressive Jewish Congregation Church, 24 Avenue Road
* Continue walking West/Southwest towards Claredon Park Road
* Walk along Clarendon Park Road to you reach Greet Bhavan Temple, 70 Clarendon Park Road
* Continue further along Clarendon Park Road to Guru Amar Das Gurudwara, 219 Clarendon Park Road
* Loop backwards to London Road and
* Finish at Stoneygate Baptist Church

Following the walk, at 1 pm, as part of the ongoing Feel Good and Make Time for Yourself series, there will be a mobile vaccination van offering free COVID and flu vaccinations. Health professional speakers and stalls with refreshments in
the hall.

All proceeds from the walk will go to the End Polio Now campaign.

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/walk-a-mile-for-end-polio-now?utm_medium=CA&utm_source=WA

01/10/2025

Since 1985, Rotary and its partners have immunised over 2.5 billion children worldwide. That’s billions of families who no longer live in fear of a disease that once devastated lives and communities.
But the fight isn’t over. Polio remains endemic in only a few areas, and until we eradicate it everywhere, children worldwide are at risk. That’s why events like our Walk & Wheel are so vital — they remind us that together, step by step, we can achieve a world free of polio.

World Polio Day is on 24th October, a global day of action and awareness. Our Walk & Wheel on 25th October will be raising crucial funds to continue the fight to eradicate polio.

Please help us raise essential funds by following the link

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/walk-a-mile-for-end-polio-now?utm_medium=CA&utm_source=WA

30/09/2025

World Polio Day 24th of October 2025

09/09/2025

So pleased to support Vista again especially following up from the amazing presentation to our Impact Group members last month 😀

07/09/2025

🚶‍♀️ Every step counts in the fight to end polio forever! 🚶‍♂️

We're thrilled to announce our Walk & Wheel for End Polio event on, 25th October!

📍 Meeting Point: Stoney Baptist Church, London Road

⏰ Time: 11:00 AM

🌳 Route: Beautiful Claredon Park

Whether you're walking, wheeling, or cheering from the sidelines, your support makes a real difference. This annual fundraiser brings our community together for an incredible cause - eradicating polio worldwide.

Can't join us on the day? No worries! You can still be part of this amazing mission by donating through our JustGiving page.

👉 Donate Here: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/walk-a-mile-for-end-polio-

Every donation, no matter the size, brings us one step closer to a polio-free world.

Ready to walk with us? Contact us directly to get involved!

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07/09/2025

Great to supporting such an amazing charity.

Today is International Day of Charity and we want to thank the incredible charities, community groups and foundations who have partnered with us this year.

We are incredible lucky to be able to partner with so many incredible local causes such as: GEMS Charity Leicestershire Cancer Brown Dog Charity Group The Rotary Club of Leicester Leicester Macmillan Information and Support Centre Hope Against Cancer The Emma Shaw Foundation Leicester City Football Club Bosom Friends Leicester Leicester Tigers Help Appeal - County Air Ambulance Trust
And many more!

We could not do this without our community, and we are so grateful for everything you do. 🧡💙

If you are a local charity and would like to make an impact in Leicester’s Hopsital, please get in touch we would love to work with you!

From Team LHC, thank you.