Rotary Club of Atlanta West End

06/15/2026

One of the best parts of Atlanta Streets Alive it's the people. Today, members of the Atlanta West End Rotary Club had the opportunity to meet neighbors from across our community, share what Rotary is all about, and learn what matters most to the people who call Atlanta home.

Our booth was stationed near the historic Herndon Home Museum and within sight of Mercedes-Benz Stadium, where the FIFA World Cup excitement arrives in Atlanta tomorrow!

Throughout the afternoon, we spoke with longtime residents, newcomers, cyclists, families, and community advocates who share a common goal: building a stronger, more connected community. Events like Atlanta Streets Alive remind us that service begins with listening. Every conversation helps us better understand how we can serve, support, and strengthen the neighborhoods we love.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello, ask questions, and learn more about Rotary. We are grateful to be part of a community that shows up, connects, and works together to make a difference.

Interested in learning more about the Atlanta West End Rotary Club? We'd love to welcome you to a future meeting and continue the conversation.

06/12/2026

REMINDER: Got plans this Sunday? You do now! Come see us!

We’re heading back to the streets!

After a fantastic day connecting with neighbors during the last Atlanta Streets Alive, the Atlanta West End Rotary Club is excited to be back in the community for the next installment on Sunday, June 14, 2026.

This time, Atlanta Streets Alive will activate a new route from MLK to Vine, creating another opportunity for residents, families, cyclists, walkers, and visitors to experience our city and to connect with the organizations working to make it stronger.

You’ll find the Atlanta West End Rotary Club at our community booth near the intersection of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SW and Vine Street NW.

Whether you've heard of Rotary for years or are just curious about who we are, we invite you to stop by and say hello. We’d love to share what we're doing in the West End, learn what matters most to you, and explore ways we can work together to build an even stronger community.

Events like Atlanta Streets Alive remind us that communities thrive when people gather, connect, and engage with one another. That’s exactly what Rotary is about.

If you're attending on June 14, make sure to look for us. Bring a friend, stop for a conversation, and discover how local service can create lasting impact.

📍 Near Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SW & Vine Street NW
📅 Sunday, June 14, 2026
🕐 Event Time: 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
🚧 Street Closure: 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

We can't wait to see you there!

06/11/2026

At the June 5, 2026 AWER meeting at Georgia Tech, Brandon Teal, Associate Executive Director for the Morehouse and Good Samaritan YMCAs, reviewed his education and career path, described YMCA programs and priorities—including a holistic social determinants of health (SDoH) model at the Good Samaritan YMCA.

06/10/2026

On Friday, June 12, 2026 the Rotary Club of Atlanta West End will hold a special site visit to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Home (OLPH). The visit includes a tour and the presentation of our annual donation to the Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne. OLPH provides free palliative care to persons with incurable cancer and is funded solely by voluntary public donations. Our club’s donation is funded primarily by our meeting icebreaker trivia game, Tasse Trivia, where wrong or humorous answers generate $1 contributions, with club funds added to round out the total.

06/04/2026

Friday, June 5th, the Rotary Club of Atlanta West End is pleased to welcome Brandon Teal , Associate Executive Director of the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta , as our program speaker.
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The Rotary Club of Atlanta West End invites community-minded leaders and changemakers to our weekly Friday meeting. Each gathering features rich fellowship, updates on service initiatives, and engaging presentations centered on leadership, civic responsibility, and community development. Whether you’re exploring Rotary for the first time or reconnecting with service, we warmly welcome you.

When: Friday at 12:15 -1:15PM (arrive by 12:00 PM for networking)
Where: Georgia Tech Hotel & Conference Center
Attire: Business or business casual
Lunch Buffet: $25*

There are no formal protocols for guests. Just bring a heart for service and community. If you'd like to attend or offer brief remarks, we’re happy to coordinate with you in advance.

Let’s connect in the spirit of Service Above Self and explore ways to build a stronger ATL together.

📱 DM us or otherwise reach out to learn more or would like to join via Zoom to check out a meeting.

(*No meal required. Guests are welcome to join us just for the program and fellowship. Be sure to let us know if you’re considering membership!)

06/02/2026

We’re heading back to the streets!

After a fantastic day connecting with neighbors during the last Atlanta Streets Alive, the Atlanta West End Rotary Club is excited to be back in the community for the next installment on Sunday, June 14, 2026.

This time, Atlanta Streets Alive will activate a new route from MLK to Vine, creating another opportunity for residents, families, cyclists, walkers, and visitors to experience our city and to connect with the organizations working to make it stronger.

You’ll find the Atlanta West End Rotary Club at our community booth near the intersection of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SW and Vine Street NW.

Whether you've heard of Rotary for years or are just curious about who we are, we invite you to stop by and say hello. We’d love to share what we're doing in the West End, learn what matters most to you, and explore ways we can work together to build an even stronger community.

Events like Atlanta Streets Alive remind us that communities thrive when people gather, connect, and engage with one another. That’s exactly what Rotary is about.

If you're attending on June 14, make sure to look for us. Bring a friend, stop for a conversation, and discover how local service can create lasting impact.

📍 Near Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SW & Vine Street NW
📅 Sunday, June 14, 2026
🕐 Event Time: 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
🚧 Street Closure: 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

We can't wait to see you there!

05/31/2026

Today was a reminder that strong communities are built when neighbors show up for one another.

The Atlanta West End Rotary Club was proud to participate in Atlanta Streets Alive: West End to Grant Park, joining thousands of residents, families, cyclists, walkers, and community partners who spent the day reconnecting with each other and celebrating the neighborhoods we call home.

Throughout the afternoon, our booth became a place for conversations, introductions, questions, and new connections. We had the opportunity to share who we are, what Rotary is about, and how service can bring people together to create positive change in our community.

One of the highlights of the day was partnering with Larry and Bernadette from Abundant Luuv Unitarian Universalist Congregation. Their presence and support reminded us that community impact grows when organizations work together. Better together is a reality when West End organizations join forces in service, connection, and neighborhood pride.

Events like Atlanta Streets Alive are about more than closing streets to traffic. They open pathways for relationships, collaboration, and a stronger sense of belonging. We left inspired by the people we met, encouraged by the conversations we had, and grateful for the opportunity to be visible and engaged in the West End community.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth, shared a conversation, and spent part of your day with us. We are proud to serve the West End and look forward to building on the connections made today.



Abundant Love Unitarian Universalist Congregation

05/31/2026

Happening today!

05/28/2026

This week, LaShay Wilson, Executive Director of StepStone Family & Youth Services of Georgia, will offer insight into foster care, youth services, and the importance of leadership rooted in compassion, teamwork, and service.
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The Rotary Club of Atlanta West End invites community-minded leaders and changemakers to our weekly Friday meeting. Each gathering features rich fellowship, updates on service initiatives, and engaging presentations centered on leadership, civic responsibility, and community development. Whether you’re exploring Rotary for the first time or reconnecting with service, we warmly welcome you.

When: Friday at 12:15 -1:15PM (arrive by 12:00 PM for networking)
Where: Georgia Tech Hotel & Conference Center
Attire: Business or business casual
Lunch Buffet: $25*

There are no formal protocols for guests. Just bring a heart for service and community. If you'd like to attend or offer brief remarks, we’re happy to coordinate with you in advance.

Let’s connect in the spirit of Service Above Self and explore ways to build a stronger ATL together.

📱 DM us or otherwise reach out to learn more or would like to join via Zoom to check out a meeting.

(*No meal required. Guests are welcome to join us just for the program and fellowship. Be sure to let us know if you’re considering membership!)