Rotary Centennial

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A Century of

SERVICE JANUARY 24, 1924 – 2024

Rotary Club of Santa Fe members 1936

SANTA FE’S FAVORITE EVENT

Rotary Club of Santa Fe, January 2024

JOIN THE ROTARY CLUB

OUR CENTENNIAL PARTNERS

The Rotary Club of Santa Fe is thrilled to announce the 47th edition of our signature event, Pancakes on the Plaza, on July 4, 2024! Year after year, we witness the magic that happens when neighbors come together on the Santa Fe Plaza, sharing laughter, stories, and, of course, stacks of mouth-watering pancakes.

Celebrating a century of service and community impact, the Rotary Club of Santa Fe embodies the power of collective action. For 100 years, our club has been a force for positive change in Santa Fe, contributing to local initiatives and joining hands with Rotary International for global causes.

Behind the scenes, this extraordinary event is made possible by the dedication of our community volunteers, sponsors and donors. We invite you to be a part of this incredible tradition by supporting us through sponsorships, donations or volunteering your time. Your contributions help us continue Pancakes on the Plaza and make it an even greater success. Funds from the event allow us to further our work benefiting youth in the community.

Founded on the principles of fellowship and service, the Rotary Club of Santa Fe invites individuals to become part of our legacy. Joining us is not just an affiliation; it’s an opportunity to make a tangible difference in the community, forge lasting friendships, and contribute to causes that extend beyond borders. Our members have played pivotal roles in education, healthcare, and international projects, leaving an indelible mark on the lives they touch.

Visit pancakesontheplaza.com to find out how you can sponsor, donate or volunteer. Your support ensures that Pancakes on the Plaza remains a highlight of our community calendar, fostering connections and creating lasting memories. Join us in making the 47th Pancakes on the Plaza an event to remember!

The Rotary Club of Santa Fe is marking its centennial year with a commitment to making a lasting impact on the youth of Santa Fe, New Mexico. Two local nonprofits, the Santa Fe Children’s Museum and ¡YouthWorks!, have been chosen as partners in this monumental endeavor. For the Santa Fe Children’s Museum, the Rotary Club of Santa Fe has funded the Van of Enchantment—a mobile museum designed to bring the wonders of the Children’s Museum directly to communities in Santa Fe County and Northern New Mexico. This innovative approach ensures that schoolchildren in rural and tribal areas have access to educational resources in science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics (STEAM), and the humanities. Additionally, the Rotary Club is contributing to the renovation of the Santa Fe Children’s Museum amphitheater, transforming it into a central gathering space within The Backyard—an acreplus outdoor area. The amphitheater will feature ADA

accessible entrances and pathways, a musical park with instruments, seating, and a versatile performance space. Turning attention to ¡YouthWorks!, the Rotary Club of Santa Fe is aligning its efforts with the organization’s mission to provide strong career foundations for the program’s participants. The Rotary Club of Santa Fe is serving as lead contributor for the fundraising efforts to establish a new commercial kitchen — also known as a Social Justice Kitchen — on Cerrillos Road, — capable of producing 1,200 meals a day along with both front-of-house and back-ofhouse career training for ¡YouthWorks! participants. In both projects, the Rotary Club of Santa Fe exemplifies its commitment to community service and youth development. The initiatives not only address immediate needs but also contribute to the long-term well-being of the youth in Santa Fe. As the Rotary Club of Santa Fe celebrates its centennial, these projects stand as testament to its enduring dedication to making a positive impact on the lives of those it serves.

As we mark this historic milestone, we extend a warm invitation to those who share our commitment to service. Join the Rotary Club of Santa Fe, and be part of something larger than yourself—a century-old tradition of making a positive impact. Join us in building a better world—one community, one friendship, one service project at a time. Here’s to the next century of making a meaningful difference. Learn more at rotarysantafe.com


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