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Volunteers Needed

We still need volunteers to help make our Annual Newspaper Sale a success. Our sale helps support our many charitable activities like Shoes for Kids and The Dolly Parton Imagination Library, scholarships and improvements at The Family Farm. We're looking for volunteers to help with "selling" newspapers at various locations on December 7, 8, 13, and 14. Please sign up at

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090945AEAB23A2FD0-53325044-2024

A Message from the President

Message from the President: Making a Difference, Together

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

As President of the Rotary Club of Clarkston, it’s my honor to share this message of gratitude and hope with our community. Each year, our Rotary newspaper fundraiser is a testament to the compassion and generosity of the people of Clarkston, Independence and surrounding communities. This year is no exception. Together, we come forward to lend a helping hand and to show that even the smallest acts of kindness can bring joy. It is because of you that we are able to carry out our mission of service to those that need it most.

Our mission as Rotarians is simple but powerful: “Service Above Self.” Through our projects, we strive to make a difference in Clarkston and beyond, supporting families, empowering youth, and fostering a spirit of unity. The funds raised by our paper sale allow us to expand our reach and deepen our impact. From providing scholarships and supporting local charities to ensuring a happier holiday season for struggling families, your donations directly transform lives.

I have named the Clarkston Community Garden restoration as the 2024-2025 Presidential Project. As such, the Rotary Club of Clarkston has made financial and volunteer commitments toward restoring this once thriving community asset.

But this work cannot be done alone. We rely on each of you—our friends, neighbors, and community partners—to join us. When you support our paper drive, you’re contributing to a legacy of giving that keeps Clarkston strong and resilient. Every dollar you give stays right here, helping the children, families, and seniors who need it most.

This year, as we gather for the fundraiser, I encourage you to join us in whatever way you can. Whether through a donation, volunteering your time, or simply spreading the word, you’re making a meaningful impact. Together, we can make sure that the holiday season is brighter for all and that the spirit of goodwill and generosity thrives here in Clarkston.

On behalf of the Rotary Club of Clarkston, thank you for your support, your kindness, and your commitment to service. Let’s continue to make a difference, together.

Warm regards,
Jim Tedder
President, Rotary Club of Clarkston

The Taste of Clarkston, 2024

Our first fundraiser of the Rotary year, and the Taste of Clarkston lived up to expectations. The storm stayed south, the crowd on the street was big, and the Rotary team had a lot of fun at our beer and wine tent. We're off to a good start. Now we're gearing up for our wine and whiskey party on October 24 at Bordine's.

Welcoming Our New Club President

Tonight, we celebrated the long-honored tradition of the passing of the gavel. As Stephanie’s term is coming to an end, we welcomed Jim Tedder as our upcoming 2024-2025 club President. After the ceremony, Jim provided us with a sneak peak of what he is planning for the next year; his (and our) focus will be on elevating community awareness of the Rotary Club of Clarkston, a greater effort on collaboration with other community impact groups, reviving the Clarkston Community Garden, and many more ideas yet to come. It is sure to be a fun year, so stay tuned for more happenings as Jim gets things underway.