Projects
RYLA 2026: Building Tomorrow’s Leaders
RYLA 2026: Building Tomorrow’s Leaders
From June 6–10, 2026, Rotary District 6900 hosted an inspiring five-day
300 Steps. One Community. One Promise to Remember.
On Wednesday, September 9th, the Manchester community gathered at the Manchester High School football stadium in solemn remembrance of a day that forever changed our nation.
A Symbol of Hope, A Commitment to Peace: The Rotary Club of Meriwether County Peace Pole Dedication
On September 15, 2026, the Rotary Club of Meriwether County proudly installed a Peace Pole at The Huddle in Manchester, Georgia, creating a lasting symbol of hope, unity, and our shared commitment to building a more peaceful community.
A Peace Pole is more than a monument. It is a visible reminder of a simple yet powerful message: May Peace Prevail on Earth. It calls on each of us to reflect on the kind of community we want to create and the shared responsibility we have to make that vision a reality.
Bring a Friend Day at the Meriwether County Rotary Club!
The Meriwether County Rotary Club welcomed members and their friends on Tuesday, August 25, for a special
Club Christmas Party
The Rotary Club of Meriwether County celebrated the holiday season with its annual Christmas gathering, the “Nacho Average Christmas Party,” held at Blackbird / Rojillo’s Café in Woodbury, Georgia
Club Donated $400 to Operation Good Neighbor for those in Need
On November 18th, the Meriwether County Rotary Club made a heartfelt contribution by donating $400 to Operation Good Neighbor.
Established in 1982 by the Brotherhood Department of First Baptist Church in Manchester, Operation Good Neighbor is a beacon of compassion fueled by the unwavering dedication of its passionate volunteers. Operating from its welcoming location at 233 West Main Street in Manchester, this remarkable program actively collects donations. It provides essential clothing, nutritious food, and vital household items to those in need within the community.
Cotton Fair Fundraising Event October
The Cotton Fair: A Tradition of Community, Fellowship & Service
The Rotary Club of Meriwether County was proud to participate in the beloved Cotton Fair in Gay, Georgia, on October 3–4, 2026! This special event is our Club’s primary fundraiser, helping us continue serving our community through meaningful projects and programs throughout the year.
DORCUS Food Ministry Partnership
On Tuesday, August 26, the Meriwether County Rotary Club proudly donated $500 to the DORCAS Food Ministry at First Baptist Church of Warm Springs, supporting its ongoing mission to assist families facing food insecurity.
Dropping Coins to help fight against Alzheimer's
Every Ticket Makes a Difference: Helping Rotary End Polio!
The Rotary Club of Meriwether County was proud to host a 50/50 raffle at the Cotton Fair to support Rotary International’s ongoing fight to eradicate polio worldwide.
While the Cotton Fair brings our community together to celebrate tradition, fellowship, and service, it also gives us a chance to make a difference far beyond our own community. Through the generosity of fairgoers and raffle supporters, we help support Rotary’s global mission to protect children from this devastating but preventable disease.
Foundation Football Kickoff Social
The Meriwether County Rotary Club Foundation kicked off the football season in true community spirit with an enthusiastic Football Kickoff Social on Thursday, August 14, at the picturesque Fitzgerald Farms. The beautiful farm setting provided the perfect backdrop as members, friends, and guests gathered under a summer sky to celebrate fellowship, football, and the meaningful work of Rotary.
From Meals to Meaningful Connections: Meriwether County Rotary Receives 6,000Grant
The Rotary Club of Meriwether County is one of seven Rotary Clubs selected to receive a 2026–2027 Rotary District 6900 Competitive Grant!
Host the Rotary International President
It was an extraordinary honor for the Rotary Club of Meriwether County to welcome Rotary International President Francesco Arezzo and his wife, Anna Maria Criscione, for breakfast and a private tour of Georgia's historic Little White House in Warm Springs, including a special visit to the Polio Hall of Fame at Roosevelt Warm Springs.
Memorial Day Tribute Celebration to our Veterans
**Honoring Our Heroes This Memorial Day**
Service, Remembrance, and Community Impact
Meriwether Co Rotary Club awarded $2,000 Community Grant
The Rotary Club of Meriwether County is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $2,000 Community Grant from Rotary District 6900
Rhonda Fuller Denton honored as outstanding non-Rotarian
On Tuesday, July 28, the Rotary Club of Meriwether County was honored to recognize Rhonda Fuller Denton, Executive Director of Meriwether County Family Connection, as the recipient of the
Rotary’s “It’s a Girl Thing” Project Supports Meriwether County Students
On August 6, the Meriwether County Rotary Club came together for a special service project—assembling
Student Report Card One-on-One Conference at MHS & GHS
Meriwether Co Rotary Club Participates in High School Report Card Conference
On October 9th and 10th, and March 12th and 13th, Meriwether County Rotary Club members participated in one-on-one report card conferences with students from Manchester High School and Greenville High School. Rotarian members and other community leaders met with each student during the conferences to review their report card grades, provide career advice and support, and discuss their personal and school interests. This event aimed to offer students positive feedback and encouragement to excel academically.