Rotary Club of Wappingers Falls

10/12/2026

Learn about Rotary and consider joining the Rotary Club of Wappingers Falls!

DUTCHESS COUNTY — COME SEE WHAT ROTARY IS ALL ABOUT!

Looking to meet new people, get more involved in your community, and make a difference? Now is the perfect time to discover Rotary!

Join Rotary District 7210 for our Prospective Member Event: Explore Dutchess County Rotary Clubs!

Thursday, October 29, 2026
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Jason Patrick’s on 44 - 1112 US-44, Poughkeepsie, NY

- Free appetizers
- Cash bar
- Raffles and prizes
- Great conversation and an opportunity to meet local Rotarians!

IT’S FREE TO ATTEND! This event is free for prospective members and current Rotarians who bring a prospective member!

Whether you’re passionate about helping local families, supporting youth, giving back to your community, or connecting with like-minded people, there’s a place for you in Rotary!

You don’t have to know everything about Rotary to get started. Just bring your curiosity and a willingness to make a difference!

Meet new people. Discover new opportunities. Make a lasting impact.

RSVP TODAY!
https://forms.gle/59rr8Z9cKVZ2QpHT8

Know someone who would make a great Rotarian? Tag them below, share this post, and invite them to join you!

10/10/2026

💜 A Heartfelt Thank You! 💜

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth today at the 2nd Annual Community Day for Domestic Violence Awareness!

We were honored to be part of this meaningful event, helping raise awareness, support survivors, and promote a stronger, more compassionate community.

A special thank you to our dedicated Rotarians Steve Crew, Bill Halvey, Dillon Copeland, Howie Bennett, and Sue Bennett for generously volunteering their time and supporting this important cause.

We would also like to give a special shout-out to Sonny Halvey for lending a helping hand today!

💜 Together, we can make a difference through awareness, compassion, and community involvement.

10/08/2026

New School Year, Another Year of Student of the Month!

The Rotary Club of Wappingers Falls is excited to kick off another school year of recognizing outstanding students in our community! Congratulations to our September Students of the Month!

Congratulations to our honorees:

* RCK: Grismeiry Suarez Figueroa
* Wappingers Junior High: Natalie Behari
* Evans Elementary: Zoe Nelson
* Sheafe Elementary: Jacob Anglero
* Myers Corners Elementary: Nathan Thompson

Each student received a certificate of recognition from the Rotary Club of Wappingers Falls, along with a gift card. Students also received certificates from the Town of Wappinger and the Village of Wappingers Falls in recognition of their achievements!

We are proud to celebrate these outstanding students and recognize their hard work, dedication, and accomplishments. Keep up the great work!

A special thank-you to Falls Diner for hosting us!

10/06/2026

Help Keep Our Community Warm! ❤

The Town of Wappinger is proud to support the Rotary Club of Wappinger Falls' Coat Drive, helping provide warm coats to neighbors in need this season.

📍 One of the Drop-off locations: Wappinger Town Hall
📅 Donations accepted until October 31

Have a gently used or new coat to donate? Help make a difference and keep a neighbor warm this fall! Every donation counts!🧥❤️

10/04/2026

Thank you to our guest speakers, Lila Meade and Andrew Meade, Co-Founders of The Haiti Project, Inc., for joining us and sharing an update on the incredible work being done in Haiti!

The Haiti Project, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization incorporated in the State of New York, working collaboratively with Vassar College and community students to support healthcare, education, and opportunities for communities in Haiti.

We were also pleased to hear from Grace, Vassar College student involved with the project, who shared a firsthand perspective on this meaningful work.

Healthcare Access
The clinic continues to provide free healthcare and medications to patients from 47 villages. Construction of the Solar Lab remains paused because of gang activity and unsafe roads, but the laboratory equipment is ready to be transported to Fiervil when conditions allow.

Education
L’École St. Paul continues to provide education from nursery through sixth grade and has provided breakfast and lunch to children for the past 25 years. Adult education is also expected to resume this year thanks to recent donor support.

Trade School Scholarships
The new Trade School Scholarship Program has already made a tremendous impact. Funding has been secured for 47 scholarships, with 61 students currently enrolled. The program provides young people with opportunities to pursue careers in the trades and build brighter futures.

Despite tremendous challenges, The Haiti Project continues to demonstrate the power of education, healthcare, partnership, and Service Above Self.

Thank you, Lila, Andrew, and our Vassar student for sharing your experiences with us!

Learn more about The Haiti Project, Inc. and its work:
www.thehaitiproject.org

10/01/2026

🎃👻 HALLOWEEN RAFFLE TIME! 👻🎃

Get your tickets and get ready for a little Halloween fun!

Only $5 per ticket!

One lucky winner will receive:
💵 $50 CASH
🎫 $50 WORTH OF SCRATCH-OFF TICKETS

Drawing: Thursday, October 29th — just in time for Halloween! 🎃

📍 Tickets are available exclusively at Falls Diner or by reaching out to any member of the Rotary Club of Wappingers Falls.

🎃 Grab your ticket for your chance to win!

Please note: Basket and decorations shown are for display purposes only and are not included with the prize.

Thank you for supporting the Rotary Club of Wappingers Falls and our youth programs! Your support helps us continue making a difference in the lives of local students and young people.

10/01/2026

HELP US WARM THE HUDSON VALLEY!

It’s October 1st, which means cooler weather is here—and winter isn’t far behind!

The Rotary Club of Wappingers Falls is kicking off our annual Coat Drive to benefit Dutchess Outreach and help keep our neighbors warm throughout the Hudson Valley.

We’re collecting NEW or GENTLY USED coats for children, teens, and adults.

DROP-OFF LOCATIONS:

NBT Bank – Fishkill
701 Route 9, Suite 7
Fishkill, NY 12524

NBT Bank – Poughkeepsie
40 Garden Street
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

Habitat for Humanity of Dutchess County ReStore
1822 South Road
Wappingers Falls, NY 12590

Town of Wappinger Town Hall
20 Middlebush Road
Wappingers Falls, NY 12590

Grinnell Public Library
2642 East Main Street
Wappingers Falls, NY 12590

Every coat donated can make a difference for a neighbor facing the cold this winter.

Clean out your closet, grab a coat, and help us warm the Hudson Valley!

Thank you to our amazing community partners and everyone who helps make this effort possible!

09/30/2026

We are saddened to hear about the passing of Jordan Bledsoe, pictured here on the left with Velocity Sports.

Jordan was a guest speaker at one of our Rotary meetings, where he shared his knowledge, experience, and passion with our members. We are grateful to have had the opportunity to hear from him and welcome him into our Rotary family.

Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Jordan’s family, friends, colleagues, and everyone whose life he touched. He leaves behind his wife and two children, who are now facing an incredibly difficult time.

For those who would like to support Jordan’s family, a GoFundMe has been established to help his wife and children during this difficult time. Any contribution, no matter the amount, can make a difference.
https://gofund.me/3b3b815d3

For those wishing to honor Jordan in person:

CALLING HOURS
Wednesday, September 30 | 3:00–8:00 PM
McHoul Funeral Home, Inc.
895 Route 82, Hopewell Junction

FUNERAL SERVICE
Thursday, October 1 | 10:00 AM
Fishkill Baptist Church
Burial will follow at St. Denis Cemetery

Please keep Jordan’s family, especially his wife and two children, in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

May he rest in peace.