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Olentangy Rotary Club, Powell, OH (2026)

04/23/2026

Delaware County is fortunate to have dedicated advocates like Allison Walters and Chase Waits leading the way at the Board of Developmental Disabilities.

As Director of Human Resources, Allison uses her 15 plus years of experience to create a supportive and compliant environment for those who serve our county. Chase Waits, Director of Communications and Community Engagement, has spent over two decades dedicated to the field of developmental disabilities. Chase is responsible for internal and external communications, building partnerships that strengthen our community.

The Delaware County Board of Developmental Disabilities (DCBDD) is a county agency that provides a wide range of supportive services for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Their mission is to "inspire, empower, and support people to achieve their full potential. They act as a central hub for navigating life with a disability in Delaware County, providing services across several life stages.

On the May 5, 2026, ballot, Delaware County voters will decide on a 2.7-mill levy for the Delaware County Board of Developmental Disabilities (DCBDD), combining a 2.0-mill renewal and a 0.7-mill increase. The levy funds services for children and adults with disabilities, costing $65 annually per $100,000 of home value, starting in 2027. The levy would last for five years. The goal is to support more than 2,500 residents with developmental disabilities in Delaware County by providing services such as respite care and community support.

To learn more please visit: https://www.dcbdd.org/

04/09/2026

Meet Tonia Wilson, the Executive Director leading the charge at Family Promise of Delaware County. Family Promise is far more than just a shelter; it is a vital lifeline for families throughout our community. Under Tonia’s leadership, the organization provides a 24-hour emergency shelter and a rapid rehousing referral center to ensure everyone has a place to go in a crisis.

Through their Family Mentoring program, they help at-risk families achieve their goals and maintain long-term self-sufficiency. They also lead community initiatives that connect families to essential resources such as job training, health care, childcare, and literacy. We are so grateful for Tonia and the dedicated volunteers who work together to promote practices that alleviate poverty and improve the well-being of low-income families in Delaware County.

Family Promise is located at 39 N Washington St, Delaware, OH 43015. If you know someone who can benefit from their services please call (740) 362-7817.

https://www.familypromise-delawareohio.org/

03/26/2026

🤝 Supporting Behavioral Health in Our Community!

The Olentangy Rotary Club was honored to host Deanna Brant and Steve Brown from the Delaware-Morrow Mental Health & Recovery Services Board (DMMHRSB).

Deanna Brant is currently the Executive Director of the Delaware Morrow Mental Health and Recovery Services Board – in that role since June 1, 2017. Her focus has been on collaboration with community partners, supporting housing capacity, crisis services and building the infrastructure to support behavioral health care services locally.

Steve Brown is the Communications Director at the Delaware-Morrow Mental Health and Recovery Services Board, where he oversees internal and external communications, governmental relations, and legislative advocacy.

Today the Delaware-Morrow Mental Health and Recovery Services Board works to ensure high-quality, evidence-based, behavioral health services are available locally to all residents in our communities. The Mission of the Delaware-Morrow Mental Health and Recovery Services Board is to promote wellness and support recovery by planning, funding, and monitoring public mental health and addiction services for Delaware and Morrow Counties.

https://dmmhrsb.org/

Their office is located at 40 N. Sandusky Street, Suite 301 Delaware, OH 43015.

In Crisis? Text "HELPLINE" to 898-211 or Call 1-800-684-2324 Available 24/7 - Free - Confidential

03/26/2026

From Roads to Rivers: A Quick Update from Dan Weng

It’s great to see that "Service Above Self" doesn't have a zip code! As we gear up for our upcoming road clean-up, we wanted to share what former member Dan Weng has been up to down in North Carolina.

Dan recently organized a river clean-up as the leader of the Sun City Canoe & Kayak Club. They managed to haul out everything from car tires to trailer-loads of trash.

It’s a great reminder of the impact we can make when we lead these efforts. Looking forward to bringing that same energy to our own clean-up soon! Olentangy Rotary Club adopted the stretch of highway from the intersection of Powell Road and Sawmill to Riverside Drive. Our club organizes a spring and fall cleanup day. 🧤🛣️

03/05/2026

Rotary Legend Joe Schaefer Celebrates 30 Years of Service! 🌟

Our speaker today is 30 year club member Joe Schaefer, who gave us a stellar update on TAXES!

This March marks Joe’s 30th anniversary with our club. Since joining in 1996, he’s been a heartbeat of our community—serving as Treasurer for years and leading us as President during Rotary’s Centennial year (2004-2005). As a 3-time Paul Harris Fellow, his dedication to "Service Above Self" is unmatched. When he isn’t busy with Rotary, Joe is a seasoned CPA of 46 years. Though he "retired" from full-time practice in 2024, you can still find him working part-time from his home in Lewis Center. Joe and his wife, Paula, have called Delaware County home for over 40 years. They are proud parents of two Olentangy HS alumni and the ultimate grandparents to seven grandkids (6 boys and 1 very spoiled granddaughter!).

Thank you, Joe, for three decades of leadership, friendship, and service! ⚙️💙

03/01/2026

🌟 Celebrating Growth: Welcome to Our Newest Rotarians!

February was a fantastic month for the Rotary Club of Olentangy! We are thrilled to officially welcome two new members who bring an incredible wealth of experience and a deep commitment to service to our ranks and Powell OH.

Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Terry Lowe and Chris Black!

Terry Lowe is a retired entrepreneur and the founder of State Highway Supply, Inc. With 34 years of business ownership and significant experience in redevelopment and urban growth—notably serving as the development committee chair for OurTown Coshocton—Terry brings a builder’s mindset to our club’s community initiatives.

Chris Black joins us as a Delaware County resident with four decades of leadership in the global supply chain industry. Now a strategic consultant and real estate investor, Chris is focusing his talents on local impact, with a steadfast commitment to serving and strengthening the Powell and Delaware County areas.

It’s an honor to have these two gentlemen join our ranks. Give them a "Like" or a comment below to welcome them to the club!

02/26/2026

Meet the Women Behind the Delaware Diaper Bank! 🍼

What happens when a lifelong educator and a school counselor team up to help their community? You get the Delaware Diaper Bank!

We’re proud to host Vicki LeFevre and Diana Huston at our meeting today. Between them, they share a wealth of experience from Delaware Hayes, OWU, and Smith/Schultz Elementary—plus a combined 13 grandchildren! They’ll be sharing their journey of starting the bank in 2014 and their goal of getting diapers to every family in need across Delaware County OH.

To learn more please visit: https://www.delawarecountyfamilies.org/diaper-bank

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02/24/2026

The "Service Above Self" Spotlight 🔦

Recently, we had the privilege of hearing from Jordan Damon, Director of Three Strands! 🌍

Jordan shared his incredible journey—from directing church planting efforts in Haiti right out of college to serving as a Family Pastor at Grace Powell Church for eight years. Now, in his role at Three Strands, he is dedicated to helping people use their unique gifts to advocate for those in need.

Three Strands is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing compassionate, competent, and Christ-centered healthcare to underserved and "least reached" communities. By operating medical centers and remote clinics in Haiti and the Central African Republic, they provide life-saving medical, dental, and surgical care to thousands of patients each year who would otherwise lack access to quality treatment. From facilitating safe births to managing critical malnutrition programs for children, Three Strands focuses on advocating for those who cannot speak for themselves through sustainable, community-focused medical relief.

Thank you, Jordan, for your leadership and for sharing your organization!

https://www.three-strands.org/

02/12/2026

Protecting our furry friends in Delaware County! 🐾

This week, Olentangy Rotary Club is excited to welcome Jana Cassidy, the Executive Director of the Humane Society of Delaware County!

Jana has been a champion for local animals for over 12 years. Whether she’s managing a $1.6M operating budget, leading her staff of 31, or serving on the front lines as a Humane Agent, Jana’s dedication to our community is unmatched. The Humane Society of Delaware County Ohio is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping animals and their owners, since 1984. In 2025 they cared for 2,325 animals. 🐶🐱

For more information or if interested in adopting or fostering a pet please visit: https://hsdcohio.org/ or call (740) 369-7387. Located at: 4920 St Rt 37 E Delaware, OH, United States, Ohio 43015

01/08/2026

A fresh perspective on health! 🌿

This Thursday, we hosted Rebecca Milnes, a Portsmouth native and proud OSU Buckeye! After a successful career in the corporate world, Rebecca and her family founded The Avenu Wellness Center in Hilliard to bring specialized wellness tools to our community.

She pulled back the curtain on hyperbaric oxygen therapy—explaining why it’s a hidden gem in the medical world and how it works at a cellular level.

For more information please visit: https://theavenuwellness.com/

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12/04/2025

Jo Welsh is a diaper distribution powerhouse! 💪 As co-founder & President of Bottoms Up Diaper Bank, she's the driving force delivering over 1 MILLION diapers annually to 80+ partners across 27 Ohio counties.

Her dedication has built one of the nation's largest networks from the ground up! Thank you, Jo, for your vision and grit.

To find ways to help visit: https://www.bottomsup.life/

11/13/2025

Today we welcome guest speaker Cory Goe, Assistant Prosecutor for the Delaware County Prosecutor’s Office of Melissa A. Schiffel! Cory brings a wealth of experience, including nearly 5 years as an Assistant Prosecutor handling serious cases, serving as a Special Victims Prosecutor dedicated to protecting vulnerable community members, and most recently, representing county agencies in the Civil Division of the Delaware County Prosecutor’s Office. Cory holds degrees from The Ohio State University (Marketing & Logistics) and a J.D./M.B.A. from the University of Toledo.

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