Susitna Rotary

There are TWO new wild polio paralysis cases this week. That brings the total this year to 9 cases.

We are so close to eradicating this terrible disease that we can't let up now.

Let's work together to End Polio Now!
Rotary District 5010

🌏💙 District 5010 is making an impact in Taipei! 💙🌏

There’s nothing quite like the Rotary International Convention. It’s a chance to reconnect with old friends, make new ones from around the world, discover inspiring service projects, and bring fresh ideas back home to Alaska.

From fellowship and cultural exchange to learning and leadership, our District 5010 Rotarians are proudly representing Alaska on the world stage at the 2026 Rotary International Convention in Taipei, Taiwan!

Whether sharing stories, exploring innovative projects, or building global partnerships, these connections remind us that while service begins in our own communities, Rotary’s reach truly spans the globe.

Thank you to all of our District 5010 members who are representing Alaska with pride and showing the world what Rotary in the Last Frontier is all about! 🏔️🌎

📸 If you're attending the convention, share your photos in the comments—we'd love to celebrate your Rotary adventure!

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🏁🏎️ Start Your Engines, Susitna Rotary! 🏎️🏁

This Wednesday, we're shifting into high gear with a special presentation from Joe Zalanka as he takes us inside the exciting world of race car driving!

Whether you're a lifelong racing fan, curious about what it takes to get behind the wheel, or just looking for a great evening of fellowship and fun, this is a meeting you won't want to miss.

📅 Wednesday, June 17 🕕 6:00 PM 📍 Everett's at the Mat-Su Resort 1850 E. Bogard Rd., Wasilla

Bring a friend, grab some dinner, and join us for great conversation, community service, and a little horsepower!

At Susitna Rotary, we're more than a club—we're neighbors, friends, and people of action working together to make the Mat-Su Valley an even better place to live.

🏁 Fellowship • Service • Community • Fun

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Thank you to the Timm family for putting up our flags on Flag Day!

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People of Action Open House
Saturday, June 13
8:00 – 9:15 am (Alaska time) Meeting
7:45 am Join us early for coffee/conversation

Log in and times for other zones below.
Let us know if you can join us: [email protected]



We are People of Action
Have a friend or family member who is a member of Rotary? If you do, you’ll have heard about their passion for helping others, involvement in service projects, their international friendships, the fun and the work they share with others who have the same interests.

Rotarians are people of action. Come find out what we do on June 13.

What do Rotarians do?
We connect people. We transform communities. We fund sustainable projects.
For more than a century, Rotarians have bridged cultures and connected continents. We champion peace, fight illiteracy and poverty, help people get access to clean water and sanitation, and fight disease. We also protect the planet and its resources.

Our global network of 1.4 million neighbors, friends, and leaders volunteer their skills and give their resources to address community needs and solve issues

We look forward to having you join us on Saturday, June 13.

Rotary eClub District 5010 International
[email protected]



Rotary eClub Open House
Saturday, June 13
8:00 to 9:15 am (AK time) Meeting
(9:00 am PT/10:00 am MT/11:00 CT/12:00 ET)

7:45 to 8:00 am Coffee/Social: Join us early for conversation
(8:45 am PT/9:45 am MT/10:45 CT/11:45 ET)
Find the time in your own zone https://tinyurl.com/8a3x2bkh

We look forward to meeting you!

CALL IN INFORMATION
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6095271785

Meeting ID
6095271785

Join via telephone
USA: 1.646.558.8656
Canada: 1.647.558.0588

💙💛 Susitna Rotary Member Spotlight: Brenda Hewitt Fuller 💙💛

This week's Member Spotlight shines on someone who never meets a stranger and always has a smile, a kind word, and usually a hug ready for everyone she meets — Brenda Hewitt!

Known famously for her "Brenda Hugs," Brenda embodies the very best of Rotary. Her love for Rotary, her community, and the people around her is evident in everything she does.

Over the years, Brenda has served in numerous leadership roles at both the club and district levels, always stepping forward when help is needed and always putting service above self. Whether she's leading a project, supporting fellow Rotarians, welcoming new members, or lending a helping hand behind the scenes, Brenda's impact can be felt throughout our Rotary family.

Her dedication, positivity, and servant heart continue to inspire those around her and help make Susitna Rotary and Rotary District 5010 stronger.

Thank you, Brenda, for your leadership, your friendship, your service, and yes... all those hugs! 🤗

We are grateful to call you a fellow Rotarian.

🌲🚣‍♀️☀️ Fun, Fellowship, and a Cleaner Little Su! ☀️🚣‍♂️🌲

Susitna Rotarians spent Saturday enjoying one of our favorite traditions — floating the Little Susitna River while helping keep it clean and beautiful for everyone to enjoy.

From kayaks and canoes to paddleboards, our members collected trash, enjoyed the sunshine, shared great food, and strengthened the friendships that make Rotary so special.

Because that's what Susitna Rotary does best: service, fellowship, and having fun while making a difference.

A huge thank you to everyone who floated, picked up trash, grilled lunch, and helped make another Little Su Classic a success. Together we're helping preserve one of the Mat-Su Valley's greatest treasures for future generations.

💙 Service Above Self
🌲 Protecting Our Community
🚣 Building Friendships
🍔 Sharing Fellowship

Interested in joining the fun?

📍 Susitna Rotary Club
🗓 Wednesdays at 6:00 PM
📍 Everett's at the Mat-Su Resort

Come see what Rotary is all about!

🌟 Susitna Rotary Member Spotlight: Jack Timm 🌟

Every Rotary club has those special members whose fingerprints can be found on nearly everything the club has accomplished. For Susitna Rotary, that person is Jack Timm.

As one of our club's founders, Jack has been there from the beginning—helping shape not only Susitna Rotary, but countless projects that have strengthened our community over the years. From parks and access ramps to community events, scholarships, and service projects, Jack's influence can be seen throughout the Mat-Su Valley.

But what makes Jack truly legendary isn't just the projects he's championed—it's the stories he carries. As the keeper of our club's history, Jack reminds us where we've been, how far we've come, and why Rotary matters. His stories connect generations of Rotarians and inspire us to continue building on the foundation he helped create.

Jack also has a remarkable gift for recognizing great people. Time and again, he has introduced new members who go on to become leaders, volunteers, and lifelong friends within our Rotary family.

Larger than life, generous with his wisdom, and unwavering in his commitment to Service Above Self, Jack represents the very best of Rotary.

Thank you, Jack, for your leadership, your friendship, your stories, and your decades of service to Susitna Rotary and the Mat-Su community.

💙💛 Here's to one of the legends who helped make Susitna Rotary what it is today.