Homesteads for Hope Trunk or TreatGreece Rotary had a spooktacular time at Homesteads for Hope annual Trunk or Treat! With more than 50 creatively decorated cars and over 400 kids joining in the fun, it was a wonderful day filled with costumes, treats, smiles, and community spirit!  |
Our Newest RotariansThe Rotary Club of Greece is proud to welcome Gina Larsen and Kelly Flagler of Greece Central School District as our newest members! They were inducted by Past President and retired Greece Central educator Ray Gangarossa, with Superintendent Jeremy Smalline joining us for this special occasion.  |
Rotary Family PicnicOur Greece Rotary family came together for a member family picnic at our Rotary Lodge at Greece Canal Park. We enjoyed the beautiful surroundings, spent time together, shared some laughs, and most importantly, just had fun! Rotary is about more than serving our community. It’s also about the friendships we build and the connections that bring us together. We’re grateful for the opportunity to enjoy time together outside of our regular meetings! Service above self, friendship along the way!  |
Greece Rotary Welcomes New MemberThe Rotary Club of Greece is excited to welcome Michelle Betters, whose dedication to community service through the Town of Greece, the Greece Regional Chamber of Commerce, and other local organizations makes her a wonderful addition to our Rotary family.  |
English Village Elementary School - Hispanic Heritage Month CelebrationIn early October, members of the Rotary Club of Greece attended English Village Elementary School’s (EV) celebration of Hispanic Heritage month. EV is a K-2 school transitioning to offering bilingual programming. The Club’s Literacy Committee donated 22 copies of the bilingual book “Dos ~ Two” – one for each classroom and the school’s library.
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Rotary Club of Greece Celebrates New Sensory GardenThe Rotary Club of Greece proudly joined community leaders, partners, and supporters for the ribbon-cutting ceremony of a new sensory garden designed to provide a welcoming and engaging outdoor space for individuals of all abilities.  |
Greece Rotary Partners with United Way to Build 250 Hygiene Kits for Greece Central Students250 Hygiene Kits. One Community. Countless Smiles.  |
Tour of the Monroe County Regional Investigative Operations Greece Rotary Club had the opportunity to tour the Monroe County Sheriff's Regional Investigative Operations Center (RIOC) with Sheriff Todd Baxter. We were also joined by Rochester Rotary Club, Rochester SW Rotary Club, and Spencerport Rotary Club. This facility was opened in December 2025, and it brings agencies and technology together to improve coordination, response, and public safety across our region. We got to see firsthand how the center operates, including how drones are used and learn more about the technologies behind it.
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Greece Rotarians Help Readers ThriveThe Greece Central School District Good Newsletter – Summer 2026 is arriving in mailboxes, and Greece Rotary is proud to be featured! The article, “Greece Rotarians Help Our Youngest Readers Thrive,” highlights Rotary’s longstanding partnership with Greece Central School District and our commitment to supporting literacy and our youngest learners.  |
Guest Speaker: Bob DuffyThe Greece Rotary Club had the pleasure of welcoming Bob Duffy, President & CEO of the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, as our guest speaker on July 29th. Bob shared an encouraging message about the power of collaboration, innovation, and leadership. From preparing our workforce for the future to embracing emerging technologies like AI, one theme stood out above all: we accomplish more when we work together.  |
Greece Rotary works the Rohrbach Stands During baseball season, Greece Rotary Club comes together at the Rochester Red Wings with a purpose: Raise funds to fight hunger right here in our community, because right now the need is growing.
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Supporting literacy initiatives at the Greece Public Library! |
Greece Rotary is a Literacy Champion!Our Literacy Committee purchased dozens of books for Greece Central School District’s summer Jump Start Program. Jump Start focuses on preparing children about to enter Kindergarten.  |
2026 Scholarship RecipientsWe are proud to congratulate Silas and Jun our Greece Rotary Club scholarship recipients!   |
Greece Central - Community SchoolsWhat an incredible turnout for this week’s Greece Rotary meeting! We were honored to welcome the Greece Central School District Community Schools team as they shared how the Monroe County Community Schools Coalition is connecting students and families with resources, removing barriers, and creating opportunities for students and families to thrive. A special thank you to Mike Sofia and Rita Garretson for introducing this opportunity to Greece Rotary and helping build such a meaningful partnership. Our members were excited to learn more about the Community Schools initiative and how Greece Rotary’s support is making a difference right here in our community. Rotary’s mission of Service Above Self comes to life through partnerships like these. This year’s Rotary message, Create Lasting Impact, reminds us that when we invest in our schools, students, and community, we help build a stronger future for everyone.  |
Greece Rotary Community Person of the YearGreece Rotary Community Person of the Year, Al Meilutis! |
Greece Rotarian of the YearGreece Rotarian of the Year: Gregg Sadwick |
Greece Rotary Club Member of the YearGreece Rotarian of the Year: Gregg Sadwick |
Georgia Rush |
2nd Annual Greece Rotary Casino Night |
Homesteads For HopeHomesteads For Hope was a recent guest speaker and the recipient of the clubs District Grant for 2022-2023!
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West Ridge Elementary - Girls ClubSupporting our future female leaders by volunteering in a six week after school program at West Ridge Elementary! The future looks bright!!  |
Happy Valentine’s DaySharing the love with our Rotarians, Crimson Ridge and Unity Hospital! Our Interact Club did a great job making Valentine’s with us!  |
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Guest Speaker - Peter LawrenceRetiring State Assemblymen, Peter Lawrence, was at our last meeting sharing his career as a NYS Trooper, US Marshall and his time in the NYS Legislature. An informative session for all! Thank you for your service Peter!   |
An addition to the familyLast meeting we had the privilege of hosting our District Governor, Linda Kohl. Linda shared with the club her vision for the current year. Additionally, Linda got to help welcome the newest member of our club as we inducted Steve Nash. Steve is a great addition to the club bringing a career's worth of experience in the Greece School District. Welcome Steve!     |
Rotarian and Community Persons of the YearThe 2020-21 year kicked off with presenting awards for the 2019-2020 year. Bill Sauers, President of the Greece Historical Society and Museum, was name Greece Rotary's Community Person of the Year. Brenda Herman was presented the award for Rotarian of the Year. Congratulations to both individuals, and thank you both for the great work that you do in our community.
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July 15 Was Our 2nd Hybrid General MeetingWe were Introduced to Club Officers, Directors and Committee Chairs. Our Club Vision, Mission, Strategic Plan, Club Goals and Budget were reviewed. Our members value how Rotary Opens Opportunities for ourselves and our communities   |
July 8 Monthly Evening Social outside of the Greece Rotary Lodge at Greece Canal ParkWe had 3 guests at the July social including Koda Bear Jordan who accompanied Club President Melissa Jordan!   |
7/1/2020 Begins a New Rotary Year -President Melissa Jordan holds a Getting Reacquainted Hybrid Meeting in Person and VirtuallyPresident Melissa Jordan had encouraging words for Greece Rotary. Club and District Leadership were in attendance: 2020-2021 Greece Rotary Club President Melissa Jordan, District Governor Linda Kohl and Assistant Governor Area 9 Chuck Gannon. Our first hybrid (in-person and virtual) meeting was successful, even more accommodations are planned for the near future    |
6/17 Senator Joe Robach & Rotarian Ralph Rosatti Speak to the Greece Rotary Club   |
6/3/20 Learning about the Louverture Cleary School Haiti Community Development Project     |
5/20 Virtual Update- Greece Ecumenical Food Shelf, & Visit from Ambre former Youth Exchange Student checking in from France!   |
5/6 Virtual Education -Mental Health Issues for Students, Presented by GCSD Staff Stephanie Rago & Jim Gardner |
4/29 Virtual Greece Rotary Club Meeting Sheriff Todd Baxter Speaking on Covid-19 and Bail Reform |
4/22 Greece Rotary- Virtual Club Assembly Including Bori Our Amazing 2014-2015 Hungarian Exchange Student! |
Join Greece RotaryJoin Greece Rotary! People of Fun - People of Action!!  |
School Supply DriveThe Greece Rotary supports the annual School Supplies Drive! All supplies are donated to the Greece Ecumenical Clothing Closet and other local organizations to help students and families in need!! Below is a picture of Senator Joe Robach and Greece Rotary President Helen Gormont!!!  |
Congratulations - Kathy Graupman NYS 2019 Senate Woman of Distinction!!!Today we honor the amazing Greece Central School District Superintendent Kathy Graupman! Thank you Senator Joe Robach for making the special presentation at today's Rotary meeting!! Congratulations - Kathy Graupman NYS 2019 Senate Woman of Distinction!!!  |
Homesteads For HopeThe Greece Rotary Club was one of the proud donors for the Rotary Farm Store!   |
Celebrating the Youth in Greece |
