The Plano Rotary Club

The Plano Rotary Club A 100% Paul Harris Club, The Plano Rotary Club serves North Texas, Plano, and the world through its m

The Plano Rotary Club supports the Plano community through efforts including organizing financially supporting community projects such as Jack Carter Pool play area for all children, PISD Fine Arts Center, Samaritan Inn, and Plano Symohony Orchestra, North Texas Performing Arts, among others. Internationally, we support Shelter Box, Polio Plus and the Paul Harris Foundation, etc.The Plano Rotary Club members embrace the motto "Service Above Self."

08/20/2026

Want to experience the H-E-B | Central Market Plano Balloon Festival from inside the action?

Join the Chase Crew, help special-shape balloon pilots; and receive a shirt and festival tickets!

No experience needed—training is available. Bring a friend, choose a shift and help bring these incredible balloons to life.

đź“… Training - August 22
🙌 Ages 18+ or 15+ with a parent/guardian
đź”— planoballoonfest.org/p/getinvolved/volunteers

We were honored to welcome Rotary International Peace Fellowship recipient Whitney Dodson as our guest speaker on August...
08/07/2026

We were honored to welcome Rotary International Peace Fellowship recipient Whitney Dodson as our guest speaker on August 6.

Whitney shared insights into her inspiring peacebuilding project and the meaningful impact it will have to those displaced by war torn countries. She thanked The Plano Rotary Club and LB Showalter for the support and recommendation of the club.

As a Rotary Peace Fellow, she joins a distinguished global network of leaders dedicated to promoting peace, conflict resolution, and sustainable development. The Rotary Peace Fellowship is one of Rotary International’s most prestigious scholarships, providing exceptional individuals with advanced academic training and practical experience to become catalysts for positive change around the world.

We also extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes as Whitney begins her next chapter at Uppsala University in Sweden, one of the world’s leading institutions for peace and conflict research. Through Uppsala University’s internationally recognized Rotary Peace Center, she will deepen her expertise in peace and conflict studies, leadership, and international collaboration, equipping her to make an even greater impact in advancing peace and understanding across the globe.

We are proud to celebrate Whitney’s accomplishments and look forward to following her journey as she continues to inspire positive change through service and leadership.

Rotary District 5810 - North Texas

Congratulations to our newest Rotary International Paul Harris Fellow Jim McCoy of The Plano Rotary Club. Rotary Foundat...
08/07/2026

Congratulations to our newest Rotary International Paul Harris Fellow Jim McCoy of The Plano Rotary Club.

Rotary Foundation Chair Ean Sullivan presented the Paul Harris certificate and John Priest pinned the Paul Harris badge.

The Paul Harris Fellow recognition acknowledges individuals who contribute, or have contributed made in their name, of $1,000 to the Rotary Foundation. 

Rotary established the recognition in 1957 to encourage and show appreciation for substantial contribution to what then the foundations only program, Rotary Foundation Fellowships for Advanced Study, the precursor to Ambassadorial Scholarships. 

Rotary District 5810 - North Texas

Congratulations to the newest member of The Plano Rotary Club Shelby Williams. Shelby was invited by John Priest to join...
08/07/2026

Congratulations to the newest member of The Plano Rotary Club Shelby Williams.

Shelby was invited by John Priest to join Rotary International. Shelby Williams served six years on Plano City Council and is a current candidate for Collin County Commissioner, Precinct 4.

He holds an MBA from UT Austin, enjoys a successful career in business technology as a Digital and AI Transformation consultant, and has a long-standing commitment to the community.

He teaches three free-to-the-public classes: Property Tax 101, Constitution 101, and How Local Government Works in Texas. Shelby and his wife have made Plano their home since 2003, and have three daughters.

Outside of business and politics, Shelby enjoys performing in musical theater, writing, and scuba diving.

Welcome to Rotary District 5810 - North Texas Shelby!

PISD Athletic Director Kendall Miller and the head football coaches from Plano ISD’s three high schools was our guests ...
07/31/2026

PISD Athletic Director Kendall Miller and the head football coaches from Plano ISD’s three high schools was our guests this afternoon to kick off the 2026 Texas high school football season.

This annual event offers football Rotarians an exclusive look at what promises to be another exciting fall on the gridiron. Each coach discussed the strengths of their team, key returning players, offseason development, new faces expected to make an impact, and the challenges that lie ahead in one of the most competitive football regions in Texas.

With traditions of excellence at Plano Senior High, Plano East Senior High, and Plano West Senior High, the upcoming season is expected to feature fierce rivalries, talented athletes, and plenty of Friday night excitement. Kendall Miller also share their excitement on the new improvements to Clark Stadium.

Athletic Director Kendall Miller provided an update on Plano ISD athletics, discuss the continued commitment to developing student-athletes on and off the field, and highlight the important role that coaches, families, schools, and the community play in supporting these outstanding programs.

Whether you’re a lifelong Wildcats, Panthers, or Wolves supporter or simply love Texas high school football, it was the perfect opportunity to hear directly from the leaders shaping the upcoming season. Let’s celebrate the tradition, passion, and excitement of Friday Night Lights!

Have you marked your calendar for this year's festival, Sept. 17-20.
07/30/2026

Have you marked your calendar for this year's festival, Sept. 17-20.

Happy 250th Birthday, America! Today we celebrate 250 years of freedom, courage, and the enduring American spirit. From ...
07/04/2026

Happy 250th Birthday, America!

Today we celebrate 250 years of freedom, courage, and the enduring American spirit. From the sacrifices of our Founding Fathers to the generations of service members who answered the call to defend liberty, America remains a beacon of hope, opportunity, and resilience.

As we honor this historic milestone, let us never forget that freedom isn’t free. It has been earned through the dedication of brave men and women who stood ready to protect our nation and the values we hold dear.

May we continue to cherish our freedoms, unite as one nation, and leave a stronger America for future generations.

Happy 250th Birthday, America!
God Bless America.

We honor an extraordinary year of leadership and service for Paul Hernandez. Jeffery and Kathy presented pin from Rotary...
06/29/2026

We honor an extraordinary year of leadership and service for Paul Hernandez. Jeffery and Kathy presented pin from Rotary International Taipei

As our outgoing The Plano Rotary Club President, the members are proud to present you with a Rotary International Convention pin from Taipei. While it may seem like a small token, it carries tremendous meaning.

This pin represents your unwavering commitment to Service Above Self, the countless hours you dedicated to our club and community, and your place in Rotary’s global family spanning more than 200 countries and geographic areas.

May it serve as a reminder that your leadership has left a lasting impact, not only on our club but on every life touched through the projects, friendships, and opportunities you helped create. The relationships you’ve built and the example you’ve set will continue to inspire future Rotarians.

Although your term as President comes to an end, your Rotary journey continues. Wear this Taipei pin with pride, knowing it symbolizes a year of dedication, compassion, and leadership that will never be forgotten.

Thank you for your vision, your service, and for making our club stronger. Congratulations on a remarkable year, and here’s to the next chapter of your Rotary journey.

Service Above Self.

06/29/2026

Every summer, specially when it gets over 100°, I make it a point to keep a cooler filled with cold bottles of water in my truck. Whenever I’m out driving and see someone working outside, walking in the heat, or who simply looks like they could use a drink, I offer them a bottle.

It may seem like a small gesture, but dehydration is no joke. I’ve seen firsthand how quickly it can become life-threatening. I had several Marines in my squad go brain dead from dehydration. No one should have to suffer because they didn’t prepare for this heat.

I post reminders like this to get you prepared and also look out for those that are not prepared. Sometimes a quick reminder or post creates an impact and could save someone’s life.

06/26/2026

Every community grows stronger when we learn from the past, serve in the present, and work together to create a better future.

As Rotarians, we are guided by the Four-Way Test and a shared commitment to service, friendship, integrity, and goodwill.

No matter where we come from, we can all make a difference when we choose understanding, compassion, and action.

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Plano, TX
75093

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