Rotary Club of Ocean Springs

06/17/2026

We are proud to support JABOS in its efforts!!! Thank you for your amazing contributions to our community!

05/26/2026

🥋🇺🇸 This week, the Rotary Club of Ocean Springs had the honor of hearing from David Wilson of Heiwashinkai Mississippi, a remarkable 501(c)(3) nonprofit dojo based in Vancleave that is changing lives across the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

Dave’s story is one of resilience, perseverance, and service. A disabled Air Force veteran, Dave turned to Traditional Japanese Jujutsu as part of his own physical and mental rehabilitation after a devastating motorcycle accident ended his military career. What began as a personal journey toward healing eventually became a mission to help others reclaim strength, confidence, and purpose in their own lives.

Today, Heiwashinkai Jujutsu serves disabled veterans, individuals suffering from PTSD, special needs children and adults, first responders, and members of our community through adaptive martial arts training and mentorship. Their “Grappling With PTSD” program was specifically developed by disabled veterans to help others battling the physical and emotional effects of trauma.

What makes Dave’s work even more inspiring is that many of these classes and programs are offered completely FREE through donations and sponsorships. His nonprofit continues to provide opportunities for veterans and students who may otherwise never have access to this kind of support system, camaraderie, and rehabilitation.

Dave reminded us that martial arts can be about far more than self-defense — they can be about healing, discipline, confidence, and community.

We encourage everyone to learn more about Heiwashinkai Jujutsu, sign up for classes, or consider sponsoring a student or veteran through their nonprofit mission. The impact they are making right here on the Gulf Coast is truly extraordinary. ❤️👏

Thank you again, Dave, for your service, your heart for others, and the incredible work you continue to do for our community

05/22/2026

The Rotary Club of Ocean Springs was honored to host a dinner party for an amazing group of students participating in the Friends Forever International program. These inspiring young leaders traveled from places including India, Northern Ireland, Austria, Alabama, and New Hampshire as part of a leadership and peace-building experience based out of New Orleans.

During their time on the Mississippi Gulf Coast with Rotary District 6840, they truly embraced our community spirit! From volunteering at the Jackson County Animal Shelter, to exploring the beautiful Gulf waters with Ship Island Excursions, visiting the Mississippi Aquarium, and even experiencing the fun and excitement of Pirate Day in Bay St. Louis — this weekend was full of unforgettable memories and meaningful connections.

Programs like Friends Forever International remind us that Rotary is about so much more than meetings — it’s about building friendships across cultures, serving others together, and creating a better world through understanding and compassion.

Thank you to everyone in Rotary District 6840 who helped make this experience so special! ❤️💛⚙️

05/06/2026

⚾🇺🇸 A huge thank you to David Blackwell and the Biloxi Shuckers for joining the Rotary Club of Ocean Springs last month and sharing everything happening behind the scenes with our hometown team! From community involvement to creating unforgettable experiences on the Gulf Coast, it was incredible hearing about all the great work being done both on and off the field.

Last night, Rotarians from across District 6840 came together for an awesome Rotary baseball social — enjoying America’s favorite pastime, great fellowship, ballpark food, and plenty of laughs under the lights. ⚾🌭🍿

There’s just something special about a summer evening at the ballpark with fellow Rotarians. Thank you again to David and the Shuckers organization for helping make it happen and for supporting our Rotary family! ❤️💙

05/06/2026

This past weekend at the District 6840 Conference, the Rotary Club of Ocean Springs was proud to celebrate one of our newest members, Rowland Geddie III, for an incredible 31 years of Rotary service. 💙💛

Rowland has served Rotary in countless ways over the years, including as a District Governor in Missouri’s District 6080, and has dedicated decades to living out Rotary’s mission of Service Above Self.

We are honored to have such an accomplished and service-driven Rotarian as part of our club. Congratulations, Rowland, and thank you for your years of leadership, fellowship, and impact! 👏🌟

05/05/2026

What a great weekend at the District 6840 Rotary Conference! 💙💛

The Rotary Club of Ocean Springs had an amazing time connecting with fellow Rotarians, celebrating service, and making memories with clubs from across the district. We were especially honored to meet Emily Leitzinger, our incoming District Governor, and Nancy Leonhardt of the West Little Rock Rotary Club, who served as the Rotary International President’s Representative for the conference. 🌟

From fellowship to Food Fest fun, we loved representing Ocean Springs and showing what Service Above Self is all about!

05/05/2026

🎉🍴 Oh, the FEASTS we did eat! 🍴🎉

The Rotary Club of Ocean Springs made quite the splash at the Rotary District 6840 Food Fest—and oh my, what a time! 😄🎩

We mixed and we mingled, we laughed loud and long,
With Rotarians near us—where all hearts belong 💙🤝
From tasty treats to drinks poured just right,
District 6840 sure knows how to do it up right!

🎩✨ Our booth theme? Dr. Seuss, of course!
With colors and whimsy (and maybe some “Truffula” force 😉),
We decked it all out and gave it our all…

📚 And while we were having all of this fun,
We were collecting books—yes, every single one!
To give to our schools and help young minds grow,
Because readers are leaders (as Seuss would know!) 📖💡

🏆 And guess what?? We won BEST OVERALL! 🏆

From the food to the fun, from the start to the end,
It was teamwork and fellowship time and again ❤️
We’re proud of our club and the joy that we bring—
Because in Rotary, service is truly our thing!

So here’s to the memories, the laughter, the cheer—
We’ll see you again at Food Fest next year! 🎈✨

04/29/2026

🚨🎟️ TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT, OCEAN SPRINGS!!! 🎟️🚨

Join us TONIGHT from 5–8PM at Lost Spring Brewing Co.= 🍻 for the Spring Into the Arts Raffle GRAND PRIZE DRAWING — and trust us… you’re going to want to be there when it happens 👀

⏰ Drawing at 7PM SHARP

🚲🎉 We’re giving away TWO Aventon Pace 4 E-Bikes and they are 🔥
⚡ 500W motor (peaks up to 864W)
⚡ Speeds up to 28 MPH
⚡ Up to 70 miles per charge
⚡ Pedal assist + throttle
⚡ Smart features like GPS tracking & security
⚡ Smooth, comfortable cruiser ride

Huge shoutout to TRI HARD SPORTS for helping make this incredible prize possible 🙌

🎨 Every ticket supports the arts in the Ocean Springs School District— funding OSHS Blue Grey Pride, Ocean Springs High School Choir, Ocean Springs High School Theatre Department and OSHS Visual Arts programs right here at home.

Come grab a drink, hang with the community, and be part of an awesome night as we wrap up this amazing fundraiser and crown our BIG winners 🎉

Let’s pack the place and celebrate what we’ve built together — see y’all tonight!!! 🔥

04/24/2026

💙✨ A PROUD MOMENT FOR OUR ROTARY FAMILY ✨💙

Please join us in celebrating our very own Heather Wagner, President of the Rotary Club of Ocean Springs, on being awarded the Jane Philo Award of Excellence 👏

This is an incredible honor, recognizing individuals who go above and beyond in their commitment to serving others — especially those impacted by interpersonal violence. And if you know Heather, you know there is no one more deserving.

Heather leads with heart, passion, and a relentless drive to make our community better. Whether it’s through her leadership in Rotary or the countless ways she shows up across the Gulf Coast, she truly embodies Service Above Self in everything she does.

We are beyond proud to have her as our President and even prouder to stand alongside so many Rotarians who continue to go above and beyond — not just within our club, but throughout the entire community. This is what Rotary is all about.

Congratulations, Heather — this recognition is so well earned, and we are lucky to have you leading the way 💙

04/24/2026

We are just ONE WEEK away from our Spring Into the Arts Raffle Drawing and it’s time for one final BIG push!! 💥

Join us April 29th at Lost Spring Brewing Co.🍻 for the LIVE drawing — great atmosphere, great people, and someone is walking away with some incredible prizes 👀

🚲🎉 Speaking of prizes… let’s talk about the GRAND FINALE… TWO Aventon Pace 4 E-Bikes courtesy of TRI HARD SPORTS!!! These things are absolute machines — 500W motor (peaking up to 864W), speeds up to 28 MPH, and up to 70 miles per charge ⚡ plus pedal assist, throttle, and built-in smart features like GPS tracking and security. Comfortable, smooth, and seriously fun to ride… you do NOT want to miss your shot at these.

And the best part? Every single ticket sold goes right back into supporting the arts in the Ocean Springs School District — helping fund Band, Choir, Theatre, and Living Arts programs right here at home 🎭🎶🎨

This is your chance to win BIG while making a real impact in our community.⏳ Time is running out — don’t get left out when we draw next week!

🎟️ Grab your tickets here 👉 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/rotary-club-of-ocean-springs-spring-into-the-arts-raffle

Tag your friends, share the link, and let’s PACK Lost Spring and finish this thing STRONG!!! 🔥

Ocean Springs High School Theatre Department Ocean Springs High School OSHS Blue Grey Pride OSHS Visual Arts Ocean Springs High School Choir

Support the arts while taking a chance to win big! The Rotary Club of Ocean Springs Spring Raffle features an exciting grand prize of two E-Bikes with accessories, plus early bird prizes including luxury stay packages and a bourbon basket. All proceeds benefit the arts programs of the Ocean Springs....