Muscogee- Columbus Rotary Club

24/04/2026

After years of serving our community separately, we came together as one—and what a moment it was! 💙

Today, we proudly presented a check for over $35,000 to MercyMed. While this may have been the 7th annual Run for MercyMed, it marked the first as the unified Columbus, GA Area Rotary Club. 🙌

Unite for Good isn’t just a theme—it’s what we’re living out together. So grateful for Muscogee- Columbus Rotary Club North Columbus Rotary Rotary Club of Columbus, Ga Rotary District 6900 MercyMed of Columbus for making this possible.

I couldn’t be more excited for what’s ahead—this is just the beginning! 🎉

The Rotary Club of Columbus, the North Columbus Rotary Club and the Muscogee – Columbus Rotary Club presented a $35,806 check to MercyMed from donations from the seventh annual Run for Mercy Med 5K.

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02/04/2026

The Puckett Center Director Visits Muscogee- Columbus Rotary Club

Today the Muscogee - Columbus Rotary had the pleasure of hosting Kate Vogel, Director of the Col. Ralph Puckett Workforce Development Center at Columbus Technical College.

The Puckett Center has 11 employer partnerships and offers 15 accelerated career programs.

The Puckett Center is a workforce development hub that connects veterans, service members, military families, and the broader Columbus community with education, credentials, and career opportunities. Through this work, she is strengthening partnerships among the community, local employers, and Columbus Technical College to prepare individuals for high-demand careers in fields such as manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and information technology.

The Puckett Center’s programs guide members of the community through purposeful career development, helping them align their goals with opportunities in employment, internships, volunteer work, and education.

Maj. (Ret.) Kate Vogel serves as the Director of the Col. Ralph Puckett Workforce Development Center at Columbus Technical College. Prior to this role, she worked as a Career Success Coach at Columbus State University and as a Program Manager for a nonprofit veteran service organization.

02/04/2026

The Puckett Center Director Visits Muscogee- Columbus Rotary Club

Today the Muscogee - Columbus Rotary had the pleasure of hosting Kate Vogel, Director of the Col. Ralph Puckett Workforce Development Center at Columbus State University.

The Puckett Center has 11 employer partnerships and offers 15 accelerated career programs.

The Puckett Center is a workforce development hub that connects veterans, service members, military families, and the broader Columbus community with education, credentials, and career opportunities. Through this work, she is strengthening partnerships among the community, local employers, and Columbus Technical College to prepare individuals for high-demand careers in fields such as manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and information technology.

The Puckett Center’s programs guide members of the community through purposeful career development, helping them align their goals with opportunities in employment, internships, volunteer work, and education.

Maj. (Ret.) Kate Vogel serves as the Director of the Col. Ralph Puckett Workforce Development Center at Columbus Technical College. Prior to this role, she worked as a Career Success Coach at Columbus State University and as a Program Manager for a nonprofit veteran service organization.

Kate is passionate about connecting talent with employers to ensure strong alignment for both individuals and organizations. As a military veteran, she understands that transition is a process—not only for veterans, but for all members of the community—and she leads the center with a holistic approach to supporting that journey.

Kate holds a bachelor’s degree in German Foreign Languages and Literatures and a master’s degree in Organizational Leadership. She is also an Advanced Coach Trained (ACT) professional, which strengthens her ability to support clients with depth, strategy, and empathy. Her diverse background across military, nonprofit, and higher education sectors equips her with a unique lens on workforce development—particularly at the intersection of veteran and community advocacy, employer engagement, and career success.

26/02/2026

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The 7th annual Rotary “Run For Mercy” 5K is scheduled for Saturday morning, with registration still open ahead of a price increase after Friday.

The race begins at 8 a.m. at Iron Bank Coffee and runs through downtown Columbus and the Riverwalk. Registration costs $30 before the Friday deadline, after which the price increases to $40.

Proceeds from the event benefit Mercy Med of Columbus, a faith-based clinic, and the three area Rotary clubs. Mercy Med’s mission is to help people be healthy physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

“We rely on amazing supporters to help us do what we do like the Rotary clubs of Columbus, and we’re excited to tell you that Rotary is sponsoring a major event on February 28th,” said Billy Holbrook, chief development officer of Mercy Med.

Mac Cantrell, president of North Columbus Rotary Club, said all three clubs have united around the effort.

“All three Rotary clubs have come together and collaborated and to put forth our effort and energy in raising sponsorships and getting volunteers to help Mercy Med make a huge impact in the community,” Cantrell said. “We’re just honored to be a partner with them.”

Columbus Rotary has operated since 1915 as a gathering place for business leaders to build community relationships while supporting youth programs and service projects.

DETAILS:

The 7th annual Rotary “Run For Mercy” 5K is scheduled for Saturday morning, with registration still open ahead of a price increase after Friday.

23/02/2026

Happy 121st Birthday Rotary International 💙🥳💛

21/02/2026

15/02/2026

Lace up for a purpose! 🏃‍♀️💙

MercyMed of Columbus is a "safety net" clinic providing high-quality healthcare, dentistry, and counseling to our uninsured and underserved neighbors. They believe everyone deserves compassionate care, regardless of their income.

Ways you can support their mission:
👟 Run for MercyMed 5K

💙💛Join the Rotary Clubs of Columbus for our 7th annual race through Uptown!

When: Saturday, Feb 28, 2026 @ 8:00 AM
Where: Start/Finish at Iron Bank Coffee Co.

Register: $30 early bird / $40 race day).

🎁 Make a Donation
Can’t make the race? You can still change lives by giving directly to the clinic. Every dollar helps provide medical and mental health services to those in need.
Give here: https://www.runformercymed.com/

Let’s move our community forward, together! 🏁

MercyMed desires you to be healthy physically, emotionally, and spiritually so you can live a life that brings glory to the God who first created you. Never forget that you have hope in Jesus Christ.

11/02/2026

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MercyMed desires you to be healthy physically, emotionally, and spiritually so you can live a life that brings glory to the God who first created you. Never forget that you have hope in Jesus Christ.

15/01/2026

New year, new goals—and a great reason to lace up.

Kick off 2026 by turning your fitness goals into community impact at the Run for MercyMed 5K. Your participation supports MercyMed and the Rotary Clubs of Columbus and helps ensure access to compassionate care for those who need it most.

📅 February 28, 2026 | 8:00 AM
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Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Columbus/RunforMercy5k3

13/01/2026

We look forward to seeing everyone this Thursday.