activities · 23
what they do
direct service · 22
- Book Donation Program Book Distribution & Reading Space DevelopmentDonates one book for each meeting to Yavapai Elementary School.
- Charity Fundraising Events Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsOrganizes various fundraising events such as a charity car raffle drawing, the Ed Adler Memorial Golf Outing, and other charity golf tournaments.
- Community Engagement Meetings Business Networking & Community EventsOrganizes weekly luncheon speakers/programs, hosting discussions on topics such as the Arizona Judicial System and the history and plans of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
- Community Engagement and Education Business Networking & Community EventsOrganizes weekly luncheon speakers/programs, hosting discussions on topics such as the Arizona Judicial System and the history and plans of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
- Community Engagement and SupportSupports Scottsdale's Rotary Park and Scottsdale Sister Cities. Organizes weekly luncheon speakers/programs, including hosting Chief Justice Ann Scott Timmer and a presentation by the Assistant Community Manager of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. Supports youth in the Scottsdale and Paradise Valley areas. Contributes to efforts to grow local economies and support education. Organizes various events such as charity car raffles, golf tournaments, and park days.
- Community Park SupportSupports Scottsdale's Rotary Park, organizes Rotary Park Days, and installed a Rotary Clock in the park.
- Computers for Kids ProgramProvides refurbished computers and new printers to youth in the Scottsdale area.
- Fundraising Events Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsOrganizes various fundraising events such as charity car raffles, golf tournaments (Ed Adler Memorial Golf Outing, Rotary Golf Tournament, Topgolf charity tournament), and other activities to generate funds for its initiatives.
- Gift of Life Program Medical Cost & Equipment AssistanceIndividual members provide financial support and host children and their families receiving heart surgery through the Gift of Life program.
- Gift of Life Program Support Medical Cost & Equipment AssistanceIndividual members provide financial support and host children and their families receiving heart surgery through the Gift of Life program.
- Global Grant Participation Global Grant Implementation and AdvocacyParticipated in a Global Grant for Ukraine and contributes to efforts to fight disease globally, provide clean water, save mothers and children, and promote world peace, including supporting the PolioPlus Fund.
- High School Scholarship Program Targeted Educational ScholarshipsAwards annual scholarships to high school seniors in various categories, recognizing winners and awarding scholarships in 2025.
- High School Scholarship ProgramAwards annual scholarships to high school seniors in various categories, and recognizes scholarship winners.
- International Community Service and AidGathers and distributes medical equipment and supplies to recipients in Arizona and Mexico. Supports the PolioPlus Fund, contributes to efforts to provide clean water, fight disease globally, save mothers and children, and promote world peace. Participated in a Global Grant for Ukraine.
- International Medical Equipment and Supply DistributionGathers and distributes medical equipment, supplies, and other items to recipients in Arizona and Mexico through its World Community Service committee.
- Rotary Park Support and MaintenanceSupports Scottsdale's Rotary Park and organizes Rotary Park Days for maintenance and community engagement, including the installation of a Rotary Clock.
- Support for Boys and Girls ClubsPresents checks to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale.
- Support for Local Youth OrganizationsPresents checks to organizations like Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale and generally supports youth in the Scottsdale and Paradise Valley areas.
- Youth Education and Development Programs Rotary Youth Leadership ProgramsDonates one book for each meeting to Yavapai Elementary School through its Book Donation Program. Provides refurbished computers and new printers to youth in the Scottsdale area through its Computers for Kids program. Sponsors the Barker Interact Keystone Club and the Interact Club at Chaparral High School. Sponsors two high school students annually to participate in a 4-6 day leadership camp through the RYLA program. Awards annual scholarships to high school seniors. Facilitates a Youth Exchange program for high school students to travel and study abroad for a year. Conducts an annual Youth Salute competition for high school juniors, with winners receiving an all-expense-paid trip to a national leadership seminar.
- Youth Exchange Program International Study & Cultural Exchange ProgramsFacilitates a Youth Exchange program for high school students to travel and study abroad for a year.
- Youth Leadership and Service Club Sponsorship Rotary Youth Leadership ProgramsSponsors the Barker Interact Keystone Club at Barker Boys & Girls Club of America and the Interact Club at Chaparral High School, and sponsors two high school students annually to participate in a 4-6 day leadership camp in northern Arizona through the RYLA program.
- Youth Salute Competition Washington Youth Tour SponsorshipConducts an annual Youth Salute competition for high school juniors, involving essay submissions and interviews, with winners receiving an all-expense-paid trip to a national leadership seminar at Washington University in St. Louis.
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- Rotary Club Member Recognition and Fellowship Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsHosts two Paul Harris Days annually. Presents Paul Harris awards and pins to members. Exchanges club banners with visiting Rotarians from other clubs, both domestic and international. Welcomes new Rotary members and organizes social events like holiday lunches.
strategies · 19
how they think
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- Building international understanding and peace through exchange programs international_collaborationThe organization is committed to international projects and building global relationships by utilizing programs like the Group Study Exchange (GSE) to send young professionals abroad and a Youth Exchange program for high school students to promote peace and understanding.
- Civic Education and Engagement civic_educationThe organization hosts informative talks by public officials and community leaders to educate members and the public on civic institutions and local operations, fostering engagement through Q&A sessions and shared insights.
- Civic education through public dialogue civic_educationHosts talks by public officials on civic institutions and encourages audience engagement via Q&A sessions to strengthen civic understanding and democratic participation.
- Community engagement via local leadership and speaker events community-engagementBuilds community connections by engaging local leaders and hosting speakers who share insights on local operations and community impact, fostering regional awareness and support.
- Fostering civic engagement through informed discourse civic_educationThe organization hosts informative talks by public officials and community leaders, facilitating audience engagement through Q&A sessions to educate members and the public on civic institutions and local operations.
- International Collaboration and Exchange for Peace and Understanding international_collaborationThe organization is committed to international projects and building global relationships, utilizing programs like the Group Study Exchange (GSE) and Youth Exchange to send young professionals and high school students abroad to foster peace and understanding.
- International collaboration and relationship building international collaborationAdvances global service impact by partnering with Rotary Clubs worldwide and engaging in international projects that promote peace and cross-cultural understanding.
- International professional exchange for peacebuilding international exchangeUses the Group Study Exchange (GSE) program to send young professionals abroad to complete projects that foster mutual understanding and peace between nations.
- Medical humanitarian aid for children medical aidProvides life-saving heart surgery access to children from underprivileged regions by bringing them to the Valley for medical treatment.
- Member Engagement through Rotating Gatherings member_engagement_through_rotating_gatheringsTo foster member connection and engagement, the organization facilitates small group gatherings in members' offices, drawing inspiration from the practices of Rotary's founders.
- Member engagement through rotating small-group gatherings member_engagement_through_rotating_gatheringsFosters connection and participation among members by organizing small group meetings in members' offices, inspired by Rotary’s founding practices.
- Promoting member engagement through structured service and connection member_engagement_through_rotating_gatheringsThe organization fosters member engagement and connection through small group gatherings and structures member participation and service activities using the "Service Above Self" motto and the Five Avenues of Service framework.
- Providing mentorship and career guidance to youth mentorshipThe organization offers a Youth Mentoring program that connects students with professionals in their desired career fields, providing guidance and insights to aid their development.
- Service Above Self through Five Avenues of Service service_above_selfThe organization operates under the motto "Service Above Self," utilizing the Five Avenues of Service framework to structure member participation and guide its service activities as a core organizational philosophy.
- Service-oriented organizational philosophy service_above_selfGuides club culture and member engagement through the core motto “Service Above Self” and promotes holistic service through the Five Avenues of Service framework.
- Structured service participation using the Five Avenues of Service five_avenues_of_serviceOrganizes member involvement and service activities around the Five Avenues of Service framework, providing a structured approach to ethical, vocational, community, international, and club service.
- Supporting critical medical aid for underprivileged children medical_aidThe organization supports initiatives that bring children from underprivileged parts of the world to the Valley for essential heart surgery, providing life-saving medical interventions.
- Youth Mentorship for Career Guidance mentorshipThe organization offers a Youth Mentoring program that connects students with professionals in their desired career fields, providing guidance and insights through interviews.
- Youth development through exchange and mentorship programs youth exchangeSupports youth growth via international exchange and career mentorship, including a Youth Exchange program for high school students and a mentoring initiative connecting students with professionals.
named programs · 5
what they call their work
Feed My Starving Children Volunteer Event
Organizes volunteer participation in packing meals for international hunger relief
Global Grant for Ukraine
Supports humanitarian aid in Ukraine through member donations matched by the Scottsdale Rotary Club Foundation
Park Day
Monthly outdoor meetings combining fellowship with community visibility and engagement
Rotary on the Road
Hosts meetings at local businesses and facilities to learn about community organizations and promote civic awareness
Scholarship Program
Provides annual scholarships to local students pursuing higher education
relationships · 33
who they work with
- 12 News Partner — Hosted Brahm Resnik, Political Anchor/Reporter for 12 News, as a speaker.
- ASU Hockey Partner — Hosted Greg Powers, Head Coach of ASU Hockey, as a speaker.
- AZ Cancer Foundation for Children Partner — Hosted Andrea Smith, VP of Philanthropy with AZ Cancer Foundation for Children, as a speaker and organized an activity to support them.
- Arizona Dispensary Association Partner — Hosted Ann Torrez, Executive Director of the Arizona Dispensary Association, as a speaker.
- Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Partner — Hosted Monica Villalobos, President and CEO of the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, as a speaker.
- Arizona Office of Tourism Partner — Hosted Alix Skelpsa Ridgway, Director of the Arizona Office of Tourism, as a speaker.
- Arizona Supreme Court Partner — Hosted Chief Justice Ann Scott Timmer from the Arizona Supreme Court for a civic education event.
- Arizona Supreme Court Partner — Hosted Chief Justice Ann Scott Timmer of the Arizona Supreme Court as a speaker.
- Barker Boys & Girls Club of America Partner — Hosts the Barker Interact Keystone Club sponsored by Scottsdale Rotary.
- Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale Partner — Presented a check to Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale.
- Carvana Partner — Hosted Christine Shore, Executive Vice President at Carvana, as a speaker.
- Chaparral High School Partner — Hosts an Interact Club sponsored by Scottsdale Rotary.
- Community Service Partner — Community Service is listed as one of the five Avenues of Service through which the club organizes its activities.
- Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University Partner — Hosted Andrias Spanias, Lead Artificial Intelligence Engineer at the Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University, as a speaker.
- Gift Of Life Arizona Partner — Individual members of the Rotary Club of Scottsdale provide financial support and host children and their families for heart surgery through this organization.
- Hagerty Automotive Partner — Hosted Sam Power from Hagerty Automotive as a speaker.
- International Service Partner — International Service is listed as one of the five Avenues of Service through which the club organizes its activities.
- Phoenix 100 Club Partner — Held a joint meeting with the Phoenix 100 Club.
- Rotary Club of Alba Iulia Partner — The President of the Rotary Club of Scottsdale exchanged banners with Cristina Feniser from the Rotary Club of Alba Iulia, Romania.
- Rotary International Network — The club is part of Rotary International.
- Rotary International Foundation Partner — The club supports the Rotary International Foundation.
- Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Partner — Hosted a representative from the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community for a presentation on community history, status, and future plans.
- Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC) Partner — Hosted Blessing Anlis-Vasquez, Assistant Community Manager for SRPMIC, as a speaker.
- Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce Partner — Hosted Mark Stanton, President and CEO of the Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce, as a speaker.
- Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Partner — Hosted a presentation by TSMC's Public Relations Leader at a Rotary Club event
- Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) Partner — Hosted Christine Dotts, Public Relations Leader for TSMC, as a speaker.
- Thunderbird School of Global Management Partner — Hosted Charla Griffey-Brown, Dean of Thunderbird School of Global Management, as a speaker.
- Washington University in St. Louis Partner — Hosts a national leadership seminar for winners of the Youth Salute competition.
- Waymo Partner — Hosted Greg Puckett, Operations Planning Manager at Waymo, as a speaker.
- WestWorld of Scottsdale Partner — Hosted Carter Unger, Events Manager at WestWorld of Scottsdale, as a speaker.
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