Rotary Club of Gaylord

06/18/2026

06/12/2026

Rotarians had a wonderful time serving the Ga***rd Area Community Meal recently! Weather was great, so we grilled up some delicious hot dogs & brats.
This program ensures that community members can enjoy a free hot meal, in good company, each Friday! 🤗

We've committed to participating every quarter this year. ❤️🍽 Thank you, Cindy Dort, for coordinating these efforts.

06/04/2026

Our Rotary Club grew by 4️⃣ new members recently! Please help us in welcoming Rotarians- Cindi Bauer (here with sponsor Collin Wilson), Mandy Bolen (sponsor Neil Drzewiecki), Drew Parker (sponsor Meredith Feole) and Kirsten Korthwhite (not pictured- sponsor Chris Collins).
We look forward to serving alongside each new member! 💙

05/29/2026

Dana Bensinger joined us this week, sharing an excellent recap of how the Otsego Community Foundation made a meaningful impact in 2025, particularly with its grant initiatives.

Through strong partnerships with area non-profits, including the Rotary Club of Ga***rd, the Foundation’s Community Grant Program awarded an impressive $168,828 in 2025 to support projects and programs that continue to strengthen and enhance our community.

To learn more, please visit: https://www.otsegofoundation.org/2025-apply-for-grants/

05/18/2026

Rotary's "Stuffie Patrol" continues spreading cheer at Munson Healthcare's Otsego Memorial Hospital. We can't get enough of these smiles and the heartfelt stories of comforted children receiving care. 🧸

05/15/2026

The Rotary Club of Ga***rd was pleased to present a $750 donation to the Ga***rd Little League on Opening Day 2026. This is to help update the dugouts at Rotary Field. We're excited to support the players, families and volunteers who make every season special. Here's to a great season ahead-- play ball! 🎉🥎

04/17/2026

What an incredible night! 💛
$29,000 (and counting)! 🎆

The Otsego County Community FOOD DRIVE 🥗 was a huge success, and it would not have been possible without the generosity, talent, and dedication of so many in our community.

A heartfelt thank you to the amazing restaurants who donated their time and cuisine!
Pine Squirrel
Michaywe Tavern Inn the Woods
Ga***rd Eagles Aerie #1825
Rafi’s Hibachi & Sushi Bar
Prohibitioned Gastropub & Lounge
The Iron Pig Smokehouse
Strictly Sweets
Porter Haus
By All Means MicroGreens

Thank you to the businesses who supported us through sponsorships and monetary donations. Our auctions and raffles were filled with awesome contributions from generous donor, a highlight of the evening!

We are so grateful to the Eagle's Hall for providing the perfect space to host this event. A special thank you to Bill Johnson for sharing his musical talents and creating such a great atmosphere, and to The Jazzy Signature for the stunning balloon décor—your creativity truly transformed the space!

To the countless volunteers who gave their time and energy throughout the event, you are the heart of this effort. And to the incredible committee who planned and coordinated everything, your hard work made the night seamless. Special recognition goes to Diane Pompei for her outstanding leadership.

We are proud to have co-hosted this event with the Ga***rd Eagles, all in support of a cause that matters so much-- the Otsego County Food Pantry.

We’re still tallying the final numbers, but one thing is already clear: this community showed up in a big way (again). 😊

Thank you all for making a difference!