Pictured at the Arch Klumph Society induction ceremony at Rotary International World Headquarters are (from left) Jennifer Jones, 2022–2023 Rotary International President and Chair of The Rotary Foundation Board of Trustees; Ralph and District Governor Donna Hood, newly inducted Arch Klumph Society members; and Larry Lunsford, Rotary International President-Elect.
Rotary District 5470 celebrates an extraordinary honor recognizing generosity, leadership and a lasting commitment to doing good in the world.
Rotary District 5470 has a special reason to celebrate! District Governor Donna Hood and her husband, Ralph Hood, have been inducted into The Rotary Foundation's prestigious Arch Klumph Society, one of Rotary's highest honors recognizing extraordinary philanthropic generosity.
What a wonderful evening of celebration, inspiration and Rotary fellowship at the District 5470 Rotary Foundation Celebration, held Saturday, October 17 at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs!
Rotary District 5470 has plenty to celebrate as clubs across the district have earned recognition from The Rotary Foundation for their generosity and commitment to making a difference around the world during the 2025-2026 Rotary year.
Six clubs earned recognition for their contributions to The Rotary Foundation's Annual Fund, while 13 clubs received End Polio Now Certificates of Appreciation in recognition of their support for Rotary's efforts to eradicate polio worldwide.
The Royal Flush! Decked out in rolls of toilet paper and sporting signs proclaiming “Fruita Roll-atarians Make Good Things Roll All Year Long” and “Let's Roll,” this wheeled wonder was ready for action! The Rotary Club of Fruita's last-minute entry turned into a first-place flush, proving that teamwork, creativity and a little bathroom humor can go a long way!
Two days, four laps and one first-place finish!
Fruita, Colorado, knows how to have fun. After all, this is the town that celebrates Mike the Headless Chicken every May, honoring the legendary rooster who lived for 18 months without his head. So perhaps it shouldn't surprise anyone that another of Fruita's beloved traditions involves racing outhouses!
From holiday meals and gift cards to a growing partnership with Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, North Colorado Springs Rotarians have spent years making sure military families know their community stands behind them.
Four nearly four decades, Salida Rotarians have welcomed the Colorado Grand, helping turn a celebration of classic automobiles into a lasting legacy of community support.
By Eddie O'Brien
In the mid- to late-1980s, a Colorado philanthropist and enthusiast of pre-1960 race cars and sports cars of distinction envisioned an annual charity tour that would blend remarkable automobiles, camaraderie, and the inspiring beauty of Colorado.
District 5470 leaders came together Sunday, October 18, for a strategic planning session focused on strengthening Rotary, supporting clubs and building a brighter future for communities throughout the district.
Join us at the Hotel Colorado in Glenwood Springs for "Three days to connect, learn and inspire” We hope to open registration in late fall. Look for an official announcement.
Students in Niamey, Niger, are benefiting from an international Rotary partnership that is bringing essential Braille educational materials to their school.
Rotary partnership brings Braille writing machines, specialized paper and LEGO Braille Bricks to visually impaired students in Niger.
What began as an international Rotary service project has become a reality for visually impaired children in Niamey, Niger.
Inbound exchange students display their country flags. Photo by Jonas Grushkin.
Mountain and Plains District 5470 Rotary Youth Exchange celebrates another year of providing exchange experiences for high school students through our Long-Term (academic year) and Short-Term (summer) exchange programs.
One powerful experience that builds confidence, inspires leadership and creates connections that last far beyond camp.
There is something compelling about being surrounded by the unbridled energy and passion of 60 young men and women, all on 1 mission! Their vitality is contagious. It’s exhilarating. Then you feel the magic unfold as they transcend challenges together, gain confidence, find their voice, and lift each other up. You watch relationships form swiftly, often ones that would have been unlikely in the outside world… and then… you get swept in!
21 Years of Service, Friendship and Community in Cedaredge
For 21 years, Marsha Bryan has been part of the Rotary Club of Cedaredge, watching the club grow, welcoming new members and helping make a difference throughout the Surface Creek Valley.
Dwight with his wife, Patricia, at the Rita the Rock Digger Troll in Victor, Colorado
Four generations of Rotary, 30 years of membership and a lifelong commitment to Service Above Self.
For some, Rotary is an organization they discover along life's journey. For Dwight L. Johnson Jr., Assistant Governor for Area 2 in District 5470, Rotary has been part of his life from the very beginning.
Aimee has been a Rotarian for eight years in the La Junta Rotary Club and currently serves as club president, an Assistant Governor and an RLI Facilitator. Her Rotary journey is a great reminder that sometimes getting involved in service starts with something as simple as asking a question.
Our Rotary International President, Olayinka Babalola (YINKA), and our District Governor for 2026-2027, Donna Hood, want to emphasize PEACE BUILDING and Creating Lasting Impact. PEACE BUILDING has always been important for Rotary and now especially with so much conflict in our world. As Yinka said in the July issue of our Rotary Magazine, “As we prioritize impact, we must also consider how our actions can contribute to peacebuilding. PEACE DOES NOT HAPPEN BY ACCIDENT. It must be built deliberately and strategically. As you plan your next project, ask yourself: How does this create the conditions for peace?” Yinka emphasizes that the more you can change your community and beyond, the more you will change. Share with people how Rotary has changed you.
Each year, Salida Sunrise Rotary brings the community together for three signature fundraising events: the Home and Outdoor Expo, the Lucky Ducky Race, and Holiday Park. Each is a chance to have fun, support local businesses and causes, and invest in the next generation of Salida students.
The Rotary Club of La Junta was caught in a web of community spirit during the annual Tarantula Fest Parade on September 26! Decked out in spiderwebs, spiders and even spider-themed glasses, Rotarians joined the fun while spreading the word about their new Historic Walking Tour of Downtown La Junta.
One day. Countless projects. Endless opportunities to make a difference.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 15, 2027. Rotary clubs across District 5470 are invited to join clubs around the world for the EPIC Day of Service, a worldwide initiative bringing Rotarians, friends, families and community volunteers together to make a meaningful difference.
Last month, we considered the importance of telling our Rotary story and asked two questions: Why did you join Rotary, and why are you still a Rotarian
By Rachel Inez Stovall Rotary Club of Colorado Springs
A butterfly covered in delicate flowers. Another painted in bold yellow, blue and orange. Petite sculptures surrounded by gift baskets and donated experiences. This was the scene at Hotel Polaris on October 3, when the Rotary Club of Colorado Springs brought its 19th Annual Wings of Change Celebration and Auction to life.
Rotary programs offer valuable opportunities to empower and support emerging leaders, build international relationships, and expand your impact in the community. Join us for a webinar to discover new ways to personalize your own Rotary experience through Rotary’s programs, including opportunities to strengthen your leadership skills, learn from peers, build meaningful connections, and create lasting change locally and globally
This webinar is for new members of Rotary and Rotaract clubs. During this webinar we will learn about our history, mission, vision, and values, discover many ways you can get involved in your club and beyond, and hear stories from current members to inspire your journey.
Rotary club and district liability insurance program
Rotary clubs and districts and Rotaract clubs are provided with general liability ("GL") and directors & officers/employment practices liability ("D&O/EPL") insurance through the U.S. Rotary Club and District Liability Insurance Program ("Program").
Join Rotarians from across District 5470 on the first Saturday of each month for a Zoom conversation focused on international projects, partnerships, and global impact. Share updates, explore new ideas, and connect with others who are passionate about Rotary's work around the world.
Bring your coffee.
Bring your ideas.
Join the conversation.
How Interact Empowers Young People to Create Change
Tue, 03 Nov 2026
Happy 64 years of Interact! Join more than 18,000 Interact clubs around the world in celebrating World Interact Week, 2–8 November 2026. As part of the celebration, Rotary International’s Youth Advisory Council will host this webinar where you’ll hear current and former Interactors share stories about how Interact helps young people grow as leaders, serve their communities, and make a lasting impact.
Learn how to increase your impact through Global Health (GH). Attend the webinar to learn about Rotary's work in Global Health (GH). In Part 1 you will hear an introduction about the global challenges related to this area of focus and learn about Rotary's approach to service. Part 2 builds on Part 1 and goes more in depth on Rotary's work in this area of focus and how to conduct projects. We encourage members to attend both presentations. These sessions are part of a year-long webinar series to learn how to increase your impact through each area of focus during the Rotary months.
Learn how to increase your impact through Global Health (GH). Attend the webinar to learn about Rotary's work in Global Health (GH). In Part 1 you will hear an introduction about the global challenges related to this area of focus and learn about Rotary's approach to service. Part 2 builds on Part 1 and goes more in depth on Rotary's work in this area of focus and how to conduct projects. We encourage members to attend both presentations.
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