Rotary Club of the Verde Valley

06/15/2026

A Mingus HS Interactor, Rylan Mienke, has been chosen as a delegate to the "Crutches for Africa" Mexico delegation. They are now in the Mexico City region helping to repair and distribute mobility devices to local residents. This is just one way we support our local youth and Rotary service projects. Thank you community for your support of our efforts. In this photo, Jennifer Garrett, Youth Services Chair, Rylan Mienke, Dino Viotti, RC President.

05/24/2026

We are proud to sponsor Operation Graduation again this year. We love supporting our youth. Thank you to our community for helping to make graduation fun and safe!!

05/21/2026

We would like to congratulate all of the graduating seniors on their graduation...and announce the scholarship recipients from local high schools. The Rotary Club of the Verde Valley and the Fleishman Foundation is proud to award academic and vocational scholarships to 12 students this year. We are proud of all of your accomplishments and wish you the best in your college career!! Thank you Verde News for the article in this week's graduation issue. See photo for all the details.

05/09/2026

We are proud to announce that our member Jennifer Garrett has been awarded a "Rookie of the Month" award at this year's District Conference. Thank you for stepping up in a BIG way by becoming our Youth Services Chair and President-Elect for 2027-28. Jennifer has done so much in her first year in Rotary....she is very deserving of this award. Presented by our current President Dino Viotti.

04/29/2026

A group of six members of our club, one daughter of a member and 3 friends and spouses joined in to clean up our Adopt a Mile on Hwy 260 last Saturday....we counted 27 bags of trash bagged up and ready to be picked up by ADOT. Thanks to everyone who came out to help....we appreciate you!!

04/24/2026

Its volunteer appreciation week....thanks to all the volunteers who make the world go around....and especially all of the Rotarians who commit to Service Above Self.

03/06/2026

Great article about our Interact Club and leaders and the delegates who attended RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) in January. Thank you Susanna Thompson Ventura for your continued support of these students and the Interact Club

COTTONWOOD — The Verde Valley Rotary Club sent five Mingus students to Camp Pinerock in Prescott, each with a scholarship of $450 in January. This...

02/24/2026

Open to all high school students...we have dresses, suits, shirts, pants, shoes, jewelry etc...we are still taking donations at Mingus HS office or come by and check it out. All open times are on flyer. Questions? Contact me.

Project Prom Closet opens his Friday and Saturday!
We welcome prom goers from all Northern Arizona schools to come and shop our FREE selection of attire!!

02/23/2026

Happy Birthday Rotary. The first meeting was held on this day in 1905 with Rotarys Founder Paul Harris and 3 of his associates in Chicago. We are still going strong here in the Verde Valley after 103 years!!

01/03/2026

You’re invited to an inspiring and educational afternoon with Steps to Recovery Homes.

Join us January 17th from 12:00–3:00 PM, Mary D. Fisher Theater, 2030 West 89 A, Sedona, for the premiere of our powerful documentary showcasing real stories of recovery and the life-changing impact of supportive housing for those affected by addiction.

What to expect:

📊 Special Educational Talk from a MATFORCE representative covering current drug trends and practical guidance on how parents can recognize early signs of trauma and neglect that can create risk of addiction.

🎬 Documentary Premiere highlighting personal journeys and hope in recovery through Steps to Recovery Homes, a 501c3 Non Profit Organization that has created a Holistic Wrap-around Service approach to Long Term Recovery and Success through example driven experience with Health, Wellness, Structure and Empowerment

💬 Live Q&A with individuals featured in the film, sharing firsthand insight into how Steps to Recovery Homes is changing lives

This event is ideal for parents, grandparents, educators, community members, and anyone who wants to better understand addiction, recovery, and prevention.

Come learn, ask questions, and be part of the conversation that helps strengthen our community.

We look forward to seeing you there. Please get to the theater by 11:30 AM on the 17th for a parking spot, some movie snacks if you wish, and a good seat.

As seating is limited, Please RSVP to: Andrea @ [email protected] (or text her at 281-682-8743) or Damien @
[email protected]

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Damien Browning
Chief Executive Officer
Steps to Recovery Homes
Konnect Wellness Center
Miracles Happen Resale Store - Boutique Rehab
Connection Room
[email protected]
928-649-0077 Option #2