I hope everyone enjoyed their long Labor Day weekend and is ready to get back to Buckhead Rotary and all we have going on in September. 

You may remember in July, I shared the findings of the Rotary International public image survey. This looked at why people join Rotary. I wanted to take a moment to highlight these three reasons again and explore how, as Buckhead Rotarians, each of us can actively participate and make a meaningful impact. 

Community Service 

We have monthly opportunities to volunteer and give back to our community. LifeLine is my signature project because I paws-itively believe in the deep bond between humans and animals. Our partnership focuses on keeping pets in their homes through dedicated volunteering, vital donations, and encouraging fostering and adoption. Our collaboration strengthens mental well-being by keeping pets with their people, finding them homes, and reducing shelter overcrowding. See below for more information on the Fulton County Healthy Pet event on September 27th. 

Social Connections 

Build better fellowships that goes beyond our lunch meetings. Join us for Thirsty Thirdsday, a monthly gathering in members’ homes where you will get a peek inside, share food and drinks, and grow your network. It’s the perfect chance to deepen friendships, make new ones, and add a little extra fun to your week as you strengthen your connections with your fellow Buckhead Rotarians. Please join us on September 18th. 

Making an Impact 

Volunteering makes an impact not just on others, but on you too. Even a small effort can spark new friendships, strengthen your sense of community, and reveal strengths you didn’t know you had. I hope you will jump in and see how you can have fun and make a difference in meaningful ways. On September 22nd we have a unique opportunity to gain a backstage tour of the new Fulton County Animal Shelter over our regularly scheduled lunch. See firsthand how LifeLine makes a difference in people’s lives.

Prospective and current Rotarians are looking for community, connection, and the ability to make an impact. In September we have a multitude of ways to achieve this through all we have going on. 

Sincerley, 

Shelley