Metro North Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids

Metro North Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids Metro North Rotary brings together great people for meaningful service, relevant and engaging programs, and lively social connections.

We balance purpose, friendship, and community impact. We are the young and fun Rotary club! Our club began in 2003 and meets weekly on the Northeast side of Cedar Rapids. Service opportunities include the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Corridor and Metro High School, plus many other local projects, and international service work!

The gavel has been passed! 👩‍⚖️ ➡️ 👩‍⚖️We would like to thank Sarah Hoeger for her Metro North Rotary leadership this la...
06/25/2026

The gavel has been passed! 👩‍⚖️ ➡️ 👩‍⚖️

We would like to thank Sarah Hoeger for her Metro North Rotary leadership this last year. Sarah led the club to many successes including grants to local non-profits, service projects, engaging speakers, and receiving the Rotary Club Excellence Award! THANK YOU Sarah for everything you have done for Metro North over the years, especially during your year as President. We look forward to your continued club involvement.

Please help us welcome MNR 2026-2027 President, Jessica Pleggenkuhle. Jessica joined MNR in 2021 and has been an active member ever since. She is eager to take the next step in her Rotary journey and would like to thank everyone in MNR for their support and enthusiasm!

We celebrated other milestones including Madison Kuhl taking the reins as President Elect, and recognizing Cheri Monahan for her MNR Board Service. 🙌

Congratulations to Metro North Rotarians, Kyle Boardman and Claire McDermott for being selected to participate in the Le...
06/23/2026

Congratulations to Metro North Rotarians, Kyle Boardman and Claire McDermott for being selected to participate in the Leadership for Five Seasons Class of 2027!

Metro North Rotarians traded our usual weekly meeting at Biaggi’s for some social time at Mulligans this afternoon! We ...
06/19/2026

Metro North Rotarians traded our usual weekly meeting at Biaggi’s for some social time at Mulligans this afternoon!

We also welcomed two potential new members and brought donations to support HACAP! A great example of how Rotary combines friendship, fellowship, and service to our community.

Please join us in welcoming our newest member, Bruce Main! 🎉 Born and raised in Independence, Iowa, Bruce is a UNI gradu...
06/16/2026

Please join us in welcoming our newest member, Bruce Main! 🎉

Born and raised in Independence, Iowa, Bruce is a UNI graduate with a degree in accounting and a minor in economics. He started his banking career in 1989 and relocated to the Des Moines area, and then the Cedar Rapids area in 1996, where he currently serves as a Business Banking Officer at BankIowa. He enjoys building lasting relationships with clients through trust and hard work.

Bruce believes in continuing to learn, helping others, and making the most of each day. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Amanda, their four children, four grandchildren, two cats, and two dogs. He loves being outdoors with family and friends, and golf is his favorite hobby. He has been an active member of the Alliant Golf League for 25 years!

We’re excited to have Bruce join us and look forward to seeing him get involved, connect with members, and make an impact in our community. Welcome, Bruce! 👏

Thank you to President Jill Ackerman of the Marion Chamber for a great presentation about all the great things happenin...
06/12/2026

Thank you to President Jill Ackerman of the Marion Chamber for a great presentation about all the great things happening in Marion.

What if the world came to your dinner table?Hosting a Rotary foreign exchange student is a powerful way to share your cu...
06/09/2026

What if the world came to your dinner table?

Hosting a Rotary foreign exchange student is a powerful way to share your culture, learn about another, and make a lasting difference, all without leaving home.

We're currently looking for host families for next year's exchange student, who will attend Kennedy High School. Hosting is a 3 month commitment, but host families need to be identified soon so plans can be finalized for the school year.

You don't need a perfect home, just a welcoming heart. Host families come in all shapes and sizes, and support is provided every step of the way. Could your family be a home away from home for a student next school year? Contact us to learn more. [email protected]

Yesterday Metro North Rotary officially welcomed our newest member, Jim Atty, Vice President of Sales at Rinderknecht As...
06/05/2026

Yesterday Metro North Rotary officially welcomed our newest member, Jim Atty, Vice President of Sales at Rinderknecht Associates Inc, and presented him with his Rotary badge. We’re glad to have Jim join us and look forward to having him involved in club activities!

We also heard from Joe Lock with an update on the Eastern Iowa Health Center and the important work being done to expand access to care in our community. Thank you, Joe, for the informative presentation and for the work you and your team are doing.

Always a great reminder of the impact happening right here in our community and the value of strong local partnerships.

This spring, Metro North Rotary was proud to award Dave Carlson Grants to four excellent local organizations:⭐ Boys & Gi...
06/05/2026

This spring, Metro North Rotary was proud to award Dave Carlson Grants to four excellent local organizations:
⭐ Boys & Girls Clubs of the Corridor
⭐ Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa
⭐ Theatre Cedar Rapids
⭐ YPN

Over the past few weeks, we welcomed representatives from each organization to our Thursday meetings for a special big check presentation and to learn more about the important work they are doing in our community.

Through the Dave Carlson Grant Program, Metro North Rotary invests in local nonprofits that support underserved children and create opportunities to help young people succeed.

Metro North Rotary accepts grant applications twice each year, with deadlines of April 30th and October 31st.

Congratulations to this year's spring recipients, and thank you for the impact you make every day!

🔔 Announcing the future leadership of Metro North Rotary! 🔔In less than a month, Jessica Pleggenkuhle will receive the g...
06/04/2026

🔔 Announcing the future leadership of Metro North Rotary! 🔔

In less than a month, Jessica Pleggenkuhle will receive the gavel and begin her year as President of Metro North Rotary, while Madison Kuhl will step into the role of President Elect. 🤝

Both bring valuable professional expertise, strong organizational skills, and a passion for serving our community. Jessica, an Executive Assistant at Bankers Trust Company, has played a key role in planning many of our service projects and social events, creating meaningful opportunities for our members to serve, connect, and build friendships. Madison, a Recruiter at Palmer Group - Cedar Rapids, has served as our Treasurer for the past two years, providing thoughtful financial stewardship and helping ensure our Club remains financially sound and well positioned for the future.
We are excited to see their talents and dedication in action as we begin a new Rotary year and continue making a positive impact throughout our community.

Please help us congratulate Jessica and Madison as they continue to prepare for their new roles! 🎉💙💛

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320 Collins Road NE
Cedar Rapids, IA
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