Rotary Club of International Falls

04/24/2026

🚴 The Rotary Club of Int'l Falls is a proud sponsor of the Bike Rodeo!

🚴‍♀️ Bike Rodeo at Kerry Park Arena! 🚴‍♀️

📅 Saturday, April 25th from 11 am - 1 pm

Join us at Kerry Park Arena for
🌭 Free Lunch
🦺 Information about Bike Safety
🚦 Bike Safety Obstacle Course
🚴 Free Youth Bike Helmets (while supplies last)
🔧 Free Bike Tune-Up by The Sports Shop
🚲 Kids can sign up to win a FREE bike!

🚲 If you don't have a bike to bring to the event, that's OK! Bikes in a range of sizes will be available to use during the event, courtesy of the Grand Rapids YMCA Bike Fleet.

Events are supported and provided by KOOTASCA Community Action, Int'l Falls Police Department, Koochiching County Sheriff's Office, Kids Active in Prevention Education, ISD 361 Community Education, Koochiching County Public Health and Human Services, The Sports Shop, VFW Post 2948, Rotary Club of Int'l Falls, Arrowhead Ultra, Dairy Queen, and generous community members!

10/28/2025

🥫 KCFA Emergency Food Drive 🥫

Drop-off Times:
Saturday, Nov 1st & Nov 8th from 10 am - 12 pm

Drop-off Location:
Borderland Alano Club - 410 5th Ave. Int'l Falls

Food Requested:
All shelf-stable food is needed, including canned fish and meat, canned vegetables and fruit, cereal, holiday meal food, soups and stews, peanut butter, and cooking oil.

Due to the potential suspension of SNAP food benefits and the already increased need, we need the help of the entire community! If you can, please donate food and/or money. If you are unable to donate, know that helping to spread the word is a great way to contribute!

09/12/2025

Rotary Happenings
Carol Grim Shares Iceland Adventure

On Wednesday, September 10, longtime Rotarian Carol Grim presented on her second trip to Iceland. This time, she joined a University of Minnesota program focused on fabric arts and Icelandic yarn production. As a weaver, Carol brought a unique perspective to the experience and has shared her passion for fiber arts locally with campers at Ogichi Daa Kwe.

Welcoming New Students to Our Community

On September 4 and 11, the Rotary Club of International Falls, in partnership with the Rainy River Campus of Minnesota North College and the Episcopal Church of Minnesota, hosted welcome socials at Thunderbird Resort.

50 new students attended
- Students came from across the U.S. (Hawaii, Arizona, Washington, Texas, Missouri, and more)
- International students arrived from Canada, Türkiye, Italy, and the Netherlands

Each student received a resource bag filled with gifts and information from local businesses and organizations—thank you to all who contributed!

Rotary is also helping launch a Community Connector Program to create future welcoming opportunities and provide ongoing support to new students.

- Interested in getting involved? Contact us at [email protected]

Murals Restored by Local Artist

A big thank you to Bruce Trask for restoring murals across town over the past two summers. His work will help keep these community treasures vibrant for years to come.

We also thank the owners and managers of:

- Peter Graham VFW Post 2948
- Island View Realty
- Small Town Tech
- Bob Walls Memorial Union Hall Center
- Elks Lodge 1599

Funding and support came from:
- Rotary Club of International Falls
- Rotary District 5580
- Peter Graham VFW Post 2948
- Koochiching Community Development Association
- Knudson Foundation
- Arrowhead Regional Arts Council
- City of International Falls (in-kind equipment support)

08/27/2025

The Rotary Club of International Falls is proud to announce the launch of a $60,000 Community Impact Grant, aimed at supporting a visionary project that creates a new, inclusive, and accessible space for youth and the broader community.

This grant opportunity is made possible through funds originally raised for a local spray park initiative. While the original project faced challenges—including site selection, long-term maintenance costs, and changes in city leadership—the Rotary Club has safeguarded the funds in trust, committed to reinvesting them in a meaningful community endeavor.

The grant includes:
$5,000 from Rotary Club funds
$5,000 from Rotary District 5580
$50,000 raised by community donors

The Community Impact Grant seeks to fund a project that:
* Provides a physically accessible and inclusive space for youth
* Encourages active and educational engagement
* Is usable year-round
* Addresses a gap in existing community infrastructure

Eligibility - applicants must:
* Be a registered non-profit, governmental, or community organization/business
* Operate within International Falls or surrounding areas
* Demonstrate capacity to complete the project within 24 months
* Align with Rotary’s values of service above self, community growth, and youth empowerment

Application Details
* Deadline to Apply: November 1, 2025
* Award Notification: December 30, 2025

Applications will be evaluated based on alignment with grant objectives, community need and impact, feasibility, creativity, and budget clarity. Bonus points will be awarded for projects that secure matching or outside funding.

How to Apply
Interested organizations can request an application packet by contacting Brad Krasaway, Board Member of the Rotary Club of International Falls at [email protected]. The application includes sections on organizational background, project overview, community impact, and supporting materials.

“This grant represents a renewed opportunity to invest in our community’s future,” said International Falls Rotary President Kim Usery. “We’re excited to see proposals that reflect the creativity, compassion, and commitment of International Falls.”

For more information or to apply, please contact:
Brad Krasaway at [email protected]

08/16/2025

A new $60,000 Community Impact Grant is being offered by the Rotary Club of International Falls.