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June 20 – 23, 2024

Building stronger communities,
one connection at a time.

The Rotary Club of Downers Grove unites community leaders for friendship, service, and impactful giving. We raise funds to support local nonprofits, empower future leaders with scholarships, and contribute to global initiatives. Through fellowship and action, we transform lives in Downers Grove and around the world.

$65K

Donations given to 45 non-profit organizations in Downers Grove 

$75K

Scholarships awarded to 25 Downers Grove students 

800+

Villagers in Malawi Africa have clean water from donations to drill new wells 

Stories of Service

Harry McCabe Honor Flight

Wednesday, August 28, 2024
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(Pictured, Harry McCabe 1975)

The lead up to the day of the trip to Washington D.C., and the aftermath have combined to shake up old memories and create some thoughts and feelings that l will carry with me for the rest of my life. I cannot express how grateful this veteran feels about the Honor Flight Chicago (CHF) organization. I’ve observed close associates at American Legion Post 80 and their reactions to their Honor Flight experiences, but I never could imagine the impact. 
 

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Rotary Gives Back To Our Community

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

The Rotary Club of Downers Grove’s newest members distributed mini-grant stipends to local organizations earlier this month. As part of their development, each new Rotarian was asked to identify their favorite Not-for-Profit / Charity for a $1,000 donation.  
 

Rotarians Recipient Organizations
Michelle Imes SEASPAR
Tinamarie Hernandez Diveheart
Rob Brannigan Downers Grove Area FISH
Courtney Sustr NAMI DuPage
Chris Johnson Dad’s of Steele
Greg Elisha Reclaim13
Aaron Decker DuPagePads
Todd Drafall The Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58


 

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Calendar of Events

Downers Grove Weekly Club Meeting

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Downers Grove Weekly Club Meeting

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The people volunteering with the Downers Grove Rotary are some of the best I’ve ever met, and I’ve come to think of them not only as colleagues but as friends and family

Allison Cothran

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