Cheyenne Rotary

Our program this week will highlight Generosity and Philanthropy: A Study by Gabel Taggart. The meeting will be held Wednesday starting at 12:00, Noon at Little America.

Dr. Taggart is an Associate Professor and Director of the Master of Public Administration Program at the University of Wyoming and recently finished his term as the Board Chair for the Wyoming Nonprofit Network. In the fall of 2025 he had the honor of piloting an Experiential Philanthropy class where students spend a semester researching causes in Wyoming and donate sponsored money. His two current research focuses are 1)philanthropic literacy, and 2)evolving religious demographics and philanthropy.

Dr. Taggart is currently serving as a Presidential Fellow at UW developing and launching a Factulty Leadership Institute.
He is a recent graduate of the Leadership Wyoming Core Program Class of 2026. Dr. Taggart grew up in Colorado and Utah and has deep, multigenerational roots in Wyoming. He loves to ski, mountain bike, backpack, sing karaoke, and van camp in the mountains of Wyoming with his wife, Breezy, and their two young boys. He and his family can frequently be found cheering on the Pokes as Cowboy Basketball and Cowgirl Volleyball season ticket holders.

Today, we will be joined by Mayor Patrick Collins who will be giving us an update on what is going on in the city, some concerns for the future, and sharing in recent successes. He will focus on the upcoming 5th and 6th penny ballots and their impact on the city of Cheyenne.

The meeting will be held at Little America starting at 12 noon. Friends and guests of Rotarians are welcome to join!

Rotary Club of Cheyenne socials are all about fostering connection, exploring community together, and increasing awareness about our organization. We welcome Rotarians and all those interested in learning about the Club to our next event this Wednesday, April 29th at the Laramie County Senior Center from 5pm-7pm.

Light appetizers will be provided and a tour of the new LCSC will be offered!

Correction: Our speaker this week is Michelle Woerner who will be presenting her organization, K9’s for Mobility. The meeting will be held Wednesday starting at 12:00, noon at Little America.

Founded in March 2012, K9s 4 Mobility, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of others through the training, placement, and support of Assistance Dog Partnerships and service dogs. The founders of the organization are Bob Jensen, Julie Maloukis, Judy Sifers, Michelle Woerner, and Callie Yeater. K9s 4 Mobility, Inc. is proud to offer training and support to any assistance dog team, regardless of where the dog was obtained.

Each Assistance Dog is specifically selected and trained for an individual, ensuring that the personality, size, and skills needed are right for the partnership to succeed. The placements are made in the individuals' homes and involve one one-on-one attention for 12-14 days.

Join the Blood Drive now through end of April! Help us reach 100 donations!

Join the Rotary Crow Creek / Rotary Park Clean-Up! The ONLY cleanup volunteers that go INTO the water to bring trash out.

📍 Saturday, May 2, 2026
⏰ 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
💪 Two crews. Same mission

South Side (Crow Creek):
https://cheyennerotary.org/event/crow-creek-cleanup/

North Side (Rotary Park):
https://cheyennerotary.org/event/rotary-park-cleanup/

Everyone is welcome—but we NEED volunteers with chest or hip waders to get into the creek and do the real work.

Make sure to:
👕 Dress in layers
👟 Wear closed-toe shoes
☀️ Use sunscreen

If you’ve got waders, we need you in the water. If not, there’s still plenty to do on the banks.”

Our meeting this week will feature Hilary Camino, Founder of Wyoming Music Therapy! Join us Wednesday starting at 12:00 noon at Little America to hear from her.

Music Therapy in Wyoming: A Short Film and Discussion offers an inside look at how music therapy is transforming lives across the state. The presentation features Something Changed in the Room, a short documentary highlighting the work of board‑certified neurologic music therapist Hilary Camino at Sage Living in Jackson, where music therapy supports seniors navigating dementia, Parkinson’s, and the challenges of aging.

The film follows Camino’s therapeutic relationships with residents and illustrates how music fosters connection, resilience, and emotional expression. After the screening, Hilary Camino—chair of the Wyoming Task Force—will share insights into the current landscape of music therapy in Wyoming and discuss the wide‑ranging benefits these services bring to residents across the state.

Our meeting this Wednesday will be held at Little America starting at 12:00pm. Our program will feature J. Alexander, Founder and CEO of “Excelerate You”.

‘Excelerate You’ is a psychology-backed leadership framework that provides evidence-based strategies, mental fitness techniques, and transformational insights designed for professionals and leaders seeking to overcome burnout and develop leadership resilience. J is a John Maxwell DISC certified coach and author (his most recent book is entitled, “The Humility Advantage” – (Revealing the Leader Within), which is currently available on Amazon.

J’s leadership journey began in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he served as an officer responsible for people, pressure, and mission-critical decisions. It was there—long before he became a coach and speaker—that he learned the paradox most leaders never see coming: the strongest leaders aren't the loudest or the most forceful… they're the ones steady enough to stay humble under fire.

After the military, J. carried that lesson into the world of professional leadership, where he spent years watching high achievers wrestle with doubt, burnout, and the quiet weight of expectations. The pattern was unmistakable: talent wasn't the issue. Capacity wasn't the issue. Inner clarity was. And humility—true, grounded humility—became the unlock that transformed everything.

Today, J. equips leaders, coaches, and mission-driven teams with the mindset, frameworks, and neuroscience-backed tools to elevate their impact without leaning on ego, pressure, or perfectionism. His work blends tactical leadership, emotional intelligence, and practical coaching habits to help people lead from a centered place—where confidence is quiet, teams rise, and change becomes sustainable.

J says: "Leadership today is noisy, pressure-filled, and often isolating. But it doesn't have to be.". Further, he believes that when leaders operate from humility, they lead with presence—not pretense. Because the best leaders don't just drive metrics—they cultivate meaning.

Join us in the BETTER TOGETHER blood drive through the entire month of April!

You don’t have to be a Rotarian to help out. It’s simple and easy - all you have to do is follow the QR code to pick your date and location to donate.

Help us reach our goal of 100 donations!

Join us this Wednesday at Little America starting at 12:00pm,Noon for our weekly program featuring Nathaniel Trelease, Cheyenne Commission Chair of the America 250 Celebration. 🇺🇸

The United States of America will mark a major milestone on July 4, 2026 – the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

To commemorate this momentous occasion, the City of Cheyenne is planning a months-long celebration for 2026, featuring events and activities that showcase our country’s rich history, cultural diversity, and enduring spirit.

Mayor Patrick Collins has appointed an America 250 Commission to organize and lead the celebration, led by Commission Chair Nathaniel Trelease. During this presentation, Mr. Trelease will share with us some of the events being coordinated to honor and commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence!

The anniversary celebration will feature:
🎇 A parade and fireworks display
🏛️Exhibitions and museum showcases
🥁Patriotic concerts and performances
🏫 Education programs and projects in the schools
🇺🇸 Presentation on key American ideals at landmarks in the city
✋🏽Community service projects and volunteer initiatives

❔What does it mean when you find a horseshoe❔
🍀Some barefoot horse is on the loose!!!🍀

Ready for shamrocks, pranks, and more surprising “clover” jokes? Don't press your luck and join us for a St. Patrick’s Day themed Rotary celebration this Wednesday starting at 12:00 Noon at Little America!

We will also hear a We The People presentation from brilliant and talented Central High School students, a meaningful reminder of the importance of civic understanding and engagement. And that’s no joke!