Newsletter

Dues Increasing July 1

At this month's meeting, the Thomasville Rotary board voted to increase dues in the new fiscal year that begins July 1. Quarterly dues will increase from $185 to $235, not including $25 quarterly optional donations to the Rotary Foundation and GRSP that are encouraged. 

Why now?

• Our dues have not increased since 2015.
• Both District 6900 and Rotary International have increased dues three times since 2015.
• The adjustment also accounts for increasing prices for meals, venue costs, and other routine expenses that support our meetings and activities.

If you have any questions about these cost increases, please contact Teri White, who will be treasurer in 2026-2027. 

Thursday, May 21 and Saturday, May 23
Sort, Pack & Distribute Fresh Produce

The club will meet on Thursday, May 21 at 11:30 a.m. at Second Harvest Food Bank to pack food boxes for this month's fresh produce distribution. After we finish packing, enjoy a box lunch with the team or grab one to go. 

We'll distribute our fresh produce boxes on Saturday, May 23 at Weston Park. Set-up begins at 7:30 a.m., and distribution begins at 8:30 a.m. or as soon as we are ready. Please join us. Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or trying it out for the first time, we’d love to see you there. Bring your energy, your smile, and maybe a friend or two!

Tuesday, May 26
Heroes Cookout: EMS and Fire Teams

Rotary will host a cookout honoring local EMS and fire personnel – heroes of our community – Tuesday, May 26. 

The BBQ will be from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Thomas County EMS, 1202 Remington Avenue, Thomasville. Rotarians who are not involved in cooking need to arrive by 11 a.m.

Your Calendar for May

Here's a look at the rest of the calendar for this month:

• TOMORROW Thursday, May 21: Sort & Pack at Second Harvest
  Beginning at 11:30 a.m.
• TOMORROW Thursday, May 21: Vashti Graduation Celebration for Amanda
  Beginning at 6 p.m. at Vashti. Please arrive early.
  Connect with Marcy Sizemore to support this event.
• Saturday, May 23: Fresh Produce Market at Weston Park
  Set up begins at 7:30. Distribution begins as soon as set up is complete; ends when all food is distributed, usually by 10:30 a.m.
• Tuesday, May 26: Cookout for First Responder Heroes – Fire/EMS
  Set up begins at 10:30 a.m. Connect with Paul Overstreet or Melanie Cromartie to volunteer. 
• Thursday, May 28: Addition Financial President Kevin S. Miller will be on hand to talk about the merger and the latest offerings from Addition Financial (formerly Envision CU). 
• Thursday, May 28: Blood Drive
  The OneBlood Blood Mobile will be onsite beginning at 11:30 a.m. All donors will receive a prize, along with a wellness checkup, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, iron count and cholesterol screening. Appointments are encouraged, please visit oneblood.org/donate-now and use sponsor code 17630.

Training Courses Available

Log into your My Rotary account to take advantage of Rotary training courses in a variety of areas, including professional development and timely topics like change management and uncovering unconscious bias.

All officers and directors who will take office in July for the 2026-2027 Rotary year are required to take the courses available for their role. Anyone who would like to volunteer as committee members and potential officers are also encouraged to take the courses. 

Questions? Contact André Marria, learning facilitator for our club.