Faribault Rotary Club

05/21/2026

The Rotary Foundation is an international organization that does projects all over the world in the areas of water, education, maternal health, the environment and more. Rotarians who donate $1000 or more receive a Paul Harris award and can name another Rotarian or community member to be an honorary member. Faribault Rotarian Dick Huston has recognized the Reliance Bank for its many contributions to the community. Pictured with Dick Huston (center) is bank president Chad Wolff (left) and retired president Todd Markman.

05/21/2026

Did you know the iconic Rotary International wheel hasn’t always looked the way it does today?

Over the years, the Rotary wheel has gone through many transformations, from a simple wagon wheel sketch in the early 1900s to the bold gold-and-blue emblem recognized around the world today. Each redesign reflected Rotary’s growth, professionalism, and commitment to service.

Check out these fun facts and explore the many phases of the Rotary wheel throughout history!

05/03/2026

Rotarian Lisa LeBrun was presented with a Paul Harris award for her contribution of $1000 to the Rotary Foundation. The Foundation supports projects all over the world helping those underserved with health issues, education, water and much more. Pictured with Ms. LeBrun is Reverend Mark Kenny who is president of Faribault Rotary.

04/09/2026

04/03/2026

Thank you, Craig Kaiser of Cry Baby Craig’s, for a fantastic presentation at Faribault Rotary this week!

03/19/2026

Thanks for hosting a delightful evening Rotary friends!

03/11/2026

Today we celebrate these amazing students who participated in the STRIVE program!

10/29/2025

10/23/2025

The Faribault Rotary club has named Kay Hoaglin as their 2025 Rotarian of the Year. Kay is a volunteer who literally shows up everywhere. In addition to setting up the meeting room every Wednesday she cleans up the highway, works at blood drives, reads to children, sells roses and raffle tickets and is a tireless worker at her church. She truly lives up to the Rotary motto of SERVICE ABOVE SELF.

Pictured with Kay is Rotary President Mark Kenny.

10/21/2025

The Faribault Rotary Club and the Faribault Foundation are excited to announce that the Rotary Club is the sponsor of the Splash Pad at Viaduct Park.

A gift of $100,000, over five years from the Faribault Rotary Club, represents a long-sought after and visible gift to the community that will benefit youth and families and raise awareness of Rotary at the same time.
Rotary President Mark Kenney provided this statement: For over 100 years the Faribault Rotary Club has been investing in the youth of our community. We are thrilled to sponsor this amazing addition to our downtown area that is sure to bring joy to kids and families for years to come!
Mark added; “We are people of action who want to bring solutions. Many have expressed a desire for more activities for young people in our city. We are excited to do our part to help make this a reality.”
This very visible sponsorship is one of many Rotary projects that benefit the community. Rotary grants more than $20,000. in scholarships annually through the STRIVE program and music programs in our schools. Rotary sponsors the Little Falcons and Little Feat programs and a field at the soccer complex. The Faribault Rotary Club is part of the Warm Our Community Project.
Mayor Tom Spooner had these comments: “The City of Faribault is grateful for the many ways Rotary serves the community. This is another example of their service and generosity.”
The Faribault Foundation is working with local businesses, and philanthropists to support and sponsor elements of Viaduct Park. There are many amenities available for sponsorship in phase one and later this fall phase two amenities will be available for sponsorship.
A ribbon cutting for the first phase of Viaduct Park is scheduled for Thursday November 13th from 3:30 5:30 pm at the park location. Phase one sponsors will be recognized and the public is invited for music, entertainment, prize drawings and more.
The Faribault Rotary Club joins these sponsors who have made donations to the Viaduct Park Project.
• The State Bank of Faribault – $125,000. Gathering Area Sponsor
• Faribo Plumbing & Heating. to sponsor the Warming Room and $25,000 from The Schwartz Family
• Jennie-O Turkey Store: $50,000 to sponsor the concessions and skate rental area within the new event center building.
• RJR Faribo Insurance Agency: $50,000. to sponsoring the Patio area
• Faribault Mill: $25,000 to sponsor the Warming Room
• Crooked Pint Restaurant: Faribault $20,000. to sponsoring the Fire Pit and Benches
Many opportunities remain for business sponsorships, family recognition, and gifts of all sizes.

Check the Faribault Foundation website or call us at 507-805-8800.
For more information: Laura Bock – Faribault Foundation Executive Director –
[email protected] – 507-805-8800
Rotary Club President Mark Kenney (Pastor of River Valley Church Faribault Campus)