Our mission is to connect people, inspire service, and enhance the lives of those we serve.
We are pleased to welcome Dr. David Cook, the President of Iowa State University, who will share his moonshot initiative and strategic priorities for the university.
Please note that, due to Dr. Cook's schedule, he will arrive at 11:45 AM. We will call the meeting to order at 12:05 PM and introduce him as our speaker before proceeding with our business meeting. This will ensure he can return to Central Campus by 1:00 PM.
If you plan to attend as a visiting Rotarian or bring a guest, please email us at rotaryclubofames@gmail.com so we can plan accordingly.
If you are unable to attend in person, you may watch the livestream on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/s8tEHZFyBjs?feature=share
The Board has decided to order shirts for every member. They will be great to wear during future volunteer opportunities!
Please fill out this form to tell us what T-shirt size to order for you. https://forms.gle/RLYpW7P8qgSjFL7k6
Orders are due by November 23rd.
Ames and Story County high school students are invited to enter the seventh annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. essay contest. The contest is open to public school and homeschool students in Ames and Story County.
First place receives $500, second place receives $300, and third place receives $200.
Essays may be submitted online through Sunday, Dec. 6, at 11:59 p.m. on the City of Ames website at www.CityOfAmes.org/MLKDay. This year’s topic is, “How has Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s advocacy impacted my life?” Winners will be announced by Monday, Jan. 11, 2027.
The first-place winner will be invited to read the winning essay at the MLK Celebration on Monday, Jan. 18, 2027, at Ames City Auditorium, 520 Sixth St. The second- and third-place winners will also be invited and recognized at the event.
For more information about the essay contest and MLK Day Celebration, visit www.CityOfAmes.org/MLKDay.
The Rotary Club of Ames is looking for passionate leaders to help guide our club's future! Our Nominating Committee will be meeting soon to nominate dynamic candidates for two key leadership roles:
Board of Directors Members (2027–2029 term)
President-Elect Designee (serving as Club President in the 2029–2030 Rotary year)
As "People of Action," our strength comes from our members' diverse skills, ideas, and energy. Serving on the board is a rewarding way to lend your expertise, shape our community initiatives, and ensure our club continues to make a lasting impact locally and globally.
Interested or have questions? All members are strongly encouraged to step forward or reach out to learn more. Contact President-Elect Randy Olson (rolson@limestone.org) to express your interest or to ask any questions about what these roles entail.
Let's keep building a stronger club together—consider raising your hand for Rotary leadership today!
Help Us Empower the Next Generation of Leaders — Become Our Ames Rotary RYLA Chair!
Rotarians are People of Action. As part of a global network of over 1.2 million neighbors, friends, and leaders, we take pride in putting our skills and resources to work in our community. This year, the Rotary Club of Ames is looking for a dedicated volunteer to step up as our Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) Chair.
What Does the Role Involve?
Why It Matters
Important Upcoming Dates:
If you’re passionate about youth development and want to make a lasting difference, we need you! - Let President Tammy know if you can serve, or email rotaryclubofames@gmail.com
We've had an absolute blast volunteering together at football games this season, and now it's time to bring that same energy indoors to Hilton Coliseum.
We have the schedules for Men's & Women's Basketball and Volleyball. This is a fantastic fundraising opportunity for our club, and working indoor games comes with a few great perks:
How to Get Involved
Once you sign up, we'll follow up with the training details you'll need.
Thank you all for supporting our club's fundraising efforts. Let's keep the momentum going at Hilton!
Service Above Self
Ames, IA 50010
United States of America