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Adopt a Highway
Background/History of Project: The Chatham Rotary Club sponsored a stretch of Rt. 57 for 10+ years. Eventually, VDOT took it over, so as a club, we decided to continue cleanup of local roads in our vicinity. Project Overview: Twice a year, spring and fall, members collect trash and debris along our designated adopted roadway, Anderson … Read more
Annual Christmas Parade
Project Overview: Each year, the club participates in the Annual Chatham Christmas parade as a method to get involved in community celebrations. The parade features First Responders, local high schools band, floats, treats and various distributions. We also invite community members and volunteers to participate with us. Impact Statement: Drive visitation to Chatham, VA through holiday … Read more
Annual Gala Signature Event
Background/History of Project: This was a revival of our previous Rotary Auction, with the creation of a new Signature Event – The Gala. The Kentucky Derby theme is lively and entertaining, and retains the level of quality that the club has always been known for. Project Overview: This year’s event was held at The Homeplace … Read more
Backpack Buddies
PROJECT OVERVIEW This program is designed to provide children from low-income households with nutritious kid friendly groceries for the weekend when free school lunches and breakfasts are not provided. Currently, 16.5% of students in Pittsylvania County are “Food Insecure.” IMPACT STATEMENT: While we decide what groceries to buy for the weekend, or what restaurant to … Read more
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Overview: Big Brothers Big Sisters operates under the belief that inherent in every child is incredible potential and works to ignite, empower, and defend that potential through one-to-one mentorship. We are proud to provide support this worthy cause.
Boys & Girls Clubs
Overview: The Boys & Girls Clubs provide kids and teens a safe place to develop essential skills, make lasting connections and have fun. As a result, Club kids are more likely to graduate from high school, be physically active every day and volunteer in their communities. The Chatham Rotary Club makes an annual donation each … Read more
C.A.R.T.
Background/History of Project: In October 1995, the Sumter Rotary Club in South Carolina, led by Roger Ackerman and Dr. Jack Bevan, initiated the effort to prove that Rotarians voluntarily emptying their pockets of change for a good cause could produce significant levels of funds to support Alzheimer’s Disease research. The CART Fund (Coins for Alzheimer’s … Read more
Chatham 5K
PROJECT OVERVIEW Around 1995, a local group of Chatham runners decided to host their own road race after attending a Lynchburg, Virginia, running event. Their enthusiasm started the Chatham 5K Race. The charity race has always supported those who support others. The Chatham Fire Department, the Chatham Rescue Squad, and other local Chatham and Pittsylvania … Read more
Chatham First
Overview: A group of volunteers dedicated to a three-fold mission: to enhance quality of life for members of our community, to support local business and improve the commercial center, and to attract tourists to our area.