Earlier this month, we had the privilege of serving a meal at Mission of Hope - Cedar Rapids, an organization that provides a vital Weekday Meal Program offering free meals to those in need. Led by Executive Director Chris Caswell, the program serves hundreds of individuals each week, with over 80 people attending the day we served, though the numbers can reach up to 150. Amid the growing demand, Mission of Hope has seen a 30% increase in meal recipients while donations have unfortunately decreased, making community support more important than ever.

When Chris, one of our dedicated Rotarians, reached out for additional meal providers, we were happy to step in and support this great cause. If you're looking to make a difference, consider volunteering or donating to Mission of Hope. It's a rewarding way to give back to the community. To learn more about their programs and how you can help, visit Mission of Hope's website.

We’re excited to welcome our 2024/2025 President, Tara Dumolien! On June 27th, Tara officially received the gavel from Ash Wagel, who led our Club as President last year. We’re so grateful for everything Ash did to keep us going and look forward to Tara’s plans for the year ahead. Her energy is contagious and we can’t wait to see where her leadership takes us.