Service Above Self by TODD HENDREKS | ROTARIAN
to help those in need get back on their feet and become self-sufficient again. Firefighter’s Breakfast - Our club provides local firefighters with breakfast on September 11 to honor and remember those who fought fires at the World Trade Center.
Paul Harris, Founder of Rotary International in 1907, said “The foundation on which Rotary is built is friendship; on no less firm foundation could it have stood.” Each week Rotarians in Parker, CO meet to fulfill Rotary’s mission of "Service Above Self" and focus of "building goodwill and better friendships." The Club’s meetings begin the process of extending compassion to individuals in our community and beyond. The forty members of Cherry Creek Valley Rotary of Parker fundraise at the annual Parker Brewfest to create funds which go back to the community through grants supporting local projects. The list of local projects and organizations changes as needs in Parker change. Cherry Creek Valley Rotary of Parker prides itself in listening and taking action to support Parker’s local needs. These are some of the local projects. Title Sponsor for 2022 Parker Hometown Christmas Parade - donated to our local Downtown Business Alliance of Parker for this community event Parker Task Force Food Bank - Our club provides funds 14 SEARCHPARKER
Officer of the Year Recognition - Our club recognizes officers from local police and highway patrol for their exemplary service to our community. Youth Services – Interact Clubs at Legend High School, Cimarron Middle School, Colorado Early College, Gold Rush Elementary School - Local schools and Rotary members support Interact Clubs who provide community service and fellowship similar to adult Rotary Clubs. Tutoring and Service at Douglas County Student Support Services Program - Club members provide tutoring and curriculum on Rotary's Four Way Test Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned? Will it build goodwill and better friendships? Will it be beneficial to all concerned? Student of the Month Recognition - Middle and high school students are recognized for their character, academic work and community service with an award from Cherry Creek Valley Rotary of Parker. High School Scholarships - Parker, CO seniors apply for scholarship funds which can be used in their post secondary training.
