Buzz Saw - June 29, 2026 (Jun. 29, 2026)

THIS WEEK'S MEETING

July 2, 2026

This week's meeting we will celebrate the "Changing of the Guards" to formally install the new Club Officers for the 2026-2027 Rotary year.

Happy Independence Day!

Rotary Youth Camp Update

Posted by Laurie Mozley

Last week Joshua Center for Neurological Disorders was at the Rotary Youth Camp. They have been coming to camp for over 30 years! Started by Becky Ottinger, who discovered the camp while a teacher in KCMO during the Magnet School era, this group has been changing lives every summer. Some of their staff first came as campers and loved it so much they wanted to share it with other youth. They are one of our largest groups. This year their theme was pirates.

Rotary Summer Event Guide

The wait is over — your official Kansas City Rotary Summer 2026 Event Guide is now available!

As the World Cup brings thousands of visitors and incredible energy to our region this summer, Rotary clubs across the metro have come together to create an exciting lineup of events, service opportunities, cultural experiences, social gatherings, and watch parties for Rotarians and guests from around the world.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1byNEbydYq7ZHrfw0klCbufM4Htfa8uA7/view

Call for Volunteers

We need volunteers for the weekly bagel run!

Click here to sign up. Simply enter your name next to the dates you're availble:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1heetMFrvC2BB6ZHPNx_LwqhV2q-JFVVeFVUTyfar07E/edit?gid=0#gid=0

In just a short amount of time, you have helped maintain a very popular tradition at the Salvation Army ARC, and shown these residents that someone cares! Thank you.

Save the Date - 5th Annual Regatta

Are you ready to make waves for a cause that truly matters?

We’re thrilled to announce the upcoming 5^th Annual Rotary Regatta in partnership with Jacomo Sailing Club! This is an exciting community event benefiting the Rotary Youth Camp — a place where kids of all abilities get to experience friendship, freedom, and pure joy, often for the first time.

For over 100 years, the Rotary Youth Camp has opened its doors to children with physical and developmental challenges, offering them a safe, accessible, and adventure-filled summer. But none of that is possible without the support of generous donors like you.

The Regatta isn’t just about boats and fun on the water — it’s about giving kids a chance to feel unstoppable. That's why our goal this year is to raise $50,000 AND have 50 boats competing!

We’re asking for your support to help underwrite the event and maximize the dollars that go directly to the camp. Whether it’s a sponsorship, a donation, or an in-kind gift, your contribution fuels an unforgettable summer for some truly amazing kids.

Here’s how you can help:

Sponsor the Regatta – Gain visibility in front of community leaders and show your heart for service. (see the attached Sponsorship Benefit document for sponsorship levels)
Donate an item or experience – For our raffle, auction, or prize giveaways.
Make a tax-deductible donation – Every dollar brings a child one step closer to camp.

We’d love to recognize your support at the event and across our promotional materials. But most importantly, we want you to know: your gift changes lives.

Donate online: https://www.rotaryyouthcamp.org/giving/

Let’s raise the sails for a great cause!

With gratitude,

Tom Jared Brent
Tom Woolwine, Chair Jared Campbell, President Brent Worley, Board President

Rotary Regatta Committee Rotary Club of Kansas City Rotary Youth Camp

Mark Your Calendar for these Regatta Key Events:

👋 Friday August 28 – Sailor Welcome/Social at the Camp

⛵ Saturday, August 29 – Regatta racing all day at Lake Jacomo. BBQ dinner, live music, raffle, “Service Above Self” Award presentation at Camp

🛟Sunday 8/30 – Regatta racing in the morning. Buffet lunch and Awards Ceremony at Marina Shelter.

Family Picnic July 30, 2026

Club 13's Family Picnic theme is going to be a "reunion" in hopes to reconnect with former members of Club 13.

If you know of any former Rotarians that would be interested in attending and possibly rejoining the Club, please send their CURRENT email address to Sally Bibb and she will send them a personal invitation to the picnic. sallybibb@aol.com

We meet Thursdays at Noon