It is an honor to serve once again as President of the Rotary Club of Canton. As we begin another year together, I find myself reflecting on the remarkable legacy of our club. For more than 111 years, Rotarians have been changing lives, strengthening our community, and building lasting friendships through Service Above Self.
This year, Olayinka Babalola has challenged Rotarians around the world to "harness the change within ourselves, look to the future, and create lasting impact." He reminds us that "the more you change your community and the world, the more you will change." I believe that message is especially meaningful for our club as we look ahead.
While our club looks different than it did years ago, what has never changed is the dedication, compassion, and commitment of our members. I truly believe our future is not defined by the number of people in the room, but by the willingness of each of us to share our time, talents, and passion for service.
This year, I invite each of us to ask a simple question: What is one more thing I can do? Whether it's volunteering at a project, inviting a prospective member to lunch, checking in on a fellow Rotarian, or simply sharing your Rotary story, every contribution matters. Small acts, multiplied across our membership, have the power to create extraordinary impact.
Together, let's choose participation over perfection, hope over worry, and community over complacency. As we continue writing the next chapter in our club's proud history, I am excited to see what we will accomplish—not because of what any one of us can do—but because of what we can do together.
Thank you for the privilege of serving alongside you. Here's to a year of meaningful service, lasting fellowship, and making an even greater difference in our community.
Jennifer George, President
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Service Above Self
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2231 44th St NW
Canton, OH 44709 United States of America
Thank you to everyone who came out to support this year's Golf Outing benefiting the Canton and Plain Township Rotary Clubs. It was a wonderful day on the course, filled with great golf, great fellowship, and plenty of fun. Events like this are a great reminder of the impact we can make when Rotary clubs come together in support of one another.
A special thank you goes to our club's organizers, Rick Taylor and Andrew Oser, for their hard work in planning another successful outing. We also extend our sincere appreciation to the many volunteers from both clubs whose time and dedication helped make the event such a success.
Thank you to everyone who played, sponsored, volunteered, and supported the outing. Your enthusiasm and generosity continue to strengthen Rotary's commitment to Service Above Self.
Policy and Advocacy Campaigner at Solar United Neighbors
Roger organizes Solar United Neighbors’ policy and advocacy work in the Heartland Region of Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Roger led labor and community organizing efforts in Ohio and Georgia - building strong coalitions that improved wages, benefits and working conditions for thousands of working families. While working through a public health department, he coordinated policy initiatives related to gun violence prevention, grocery store implementation and fair housing. He participates in his neighborhood block club and is a board member of Neighborhood Leadership Institute, which builds local leaders and participatory governance in Cleveland.
Roger is passionate about making solar more relevant to working families and communities. He went solar in 2018 through a SUN co-op after being inspired by a conversation with his neighbor who had solar panels on her roof.
Roger holds a Master of Public Health degree from Emory University and resides in Cleveland, Ohio.
A reminder that all of us should have received an email with an invoiuce for your 2026-2027 dues. Please note that the club has already paid your fees and national dues, so we appreaciate prompt payment. If you have questions, please contact club treasurer, Tom Clevenger. Thank you
The Private Event: From 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, join me for a private dinner buffet with unlimited snacks and Pepsi products. It’s a wonderful time for us to connect before the first pitch.
Exclusive Perks: Raffles and auctions throughout the evening.
The Impact: Every ticket purchased represents a direct contribution to our mission to eradicate polio.
Chance to walk around Progessive Field before the game: Arrive by 5:30 wearing Polio or other Rotary shirts and walk around the outfield to promote Rotary and our Polio eradication efforts.
Here is the list of meeting dates for both our Full board and Exec board meetings. Please mark your calendars now so that we can maintain strong attendance at these meetings.
The Rotary Club of Canton is proud to announce its 2026 Community Grant recipients, continuing our long tradition of investing in organizations that strengthen our community and improve lives throughout Canton.
