Projects
30th Annual Help the Hooch
The 30th Annual Help the Hooch citywide cleanup demonstrated the community's commitment to our environment. For 30 years, the Muscogee- Columbus Rotary Club has been a dedicated partner, each year cleaning up Rotary Park on the Chattahoochee River. Our annual "craziest trash" contest highlighted the variety of debris we encounter, with finds like homemade weapons, light fixtures, and chicken legs. The overall impact of Help the Hooch was significant, with over 105 tons of trash removed from our city.
Fill the Trunk
For over three years, the Muscogee- Columbus Rotary has been empowering local children through our 'Fill the Trunk' service project with Big Brothers Big Sisters. We've collected and distributed backpacks and essential school supplies, directly supporting underprivileged students in our community and setting them up for academic success. This year, we collected over 30 backpacks, 1,000 pencils, and multiple other supplies.
Girl Scout Adventure Day
Muscogee- Columbus Rotary played a pivotal role in the Girl Scout Adventure Day at Woodruff Park, a community recruitment event. We actively engaged participants by providing and playing yard games, enhancing the event's interactive atmosphere. We provided Girl Scout vests from Daisy to Ambassador, showcasing the progression within Girl Scouting. The attendees also had the opportunity for international cultural exchange through two GRSP students from Scotland and Brazil. Beyond these activities, Rotary provided essential logistical support, assisting with event planning, setup, and takedown, contributing significantly to the event's overall success and smooth execution. Additionally, we provided informational materials about Rotary International and engaged in discussions about our organization, resulting in one new member joining the Muscogee- Columbus Rotary Club.
Helping our nations heros
The Muscogee-Columbus Rotary Club was honored to partner with The Plummer Home in hosting Governor Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp on October 24, 2024. Our Rotarians were pleased to assist in preparing and facilitating the Governor's tour of one of The Plummer Home's facilities, a vital resource for homeless veterans in our community. We commend The Plummer Home's 14 years of dedicated service and their impact on restoring the lives of 604 individuals. We were delighted to contribute to this important visit and support their mission.
Hope Harbor
Come dressed in your pajamas ready to cook and serve breakfast to women and children and have storytime with the children. We also donated pillows, twin bedding and clothing to be used when new families arrive.
Human Trafficking Training
The Muscogee-Columbus Rotary, alongside the Rotary Club of Columbus and North Columbus Rotary Club, partnered with the Georgia AC Office and GBI to host a three-day Human Trafficking Training by HTTC January 28-30, 2025. Recognizing Georgia's critical need to address child sexual exploitation, we provided essential support. On January 29th, Muscogee- Columbus Rotary served breakfast, lunch, and snacks to 150 dedicated law enforcement officers, prosecutors, activists, and medical professionals. Our volunteers also assisted with registration, provided logistical support, and facilitated setup and takedown. The training equipped attendees with over 20 hours of specialized education, empowering them to effectively combat human trafficking. The meals featured fruit salad, ham croissants, barbecue sandwiches, and an array of snacks, ensuring participants were well-nourished throughout this intensive training."
Parking Lot Praise Christian Music Festival
On July 27, 2024, the Muscogee- Columbus Rotary Club volunteered at the Parking Lot Praise Christian Music Festival and Parade, an independent event brought to the community by timothygabriel and Lion and Lamb Music Group. We managed vendor logistics and assisted at the merchandise table during the festival at Woodruff Riverfront Park, which featured artists like Tedashii and Jamie-Grace, along with speakers, food trucks, and community activities, following the morning's Christian parade on Broadway."
Rotary Elves Helping Santa Parade
The 2024 Mayor's Motorcade Holiday Parade at West Central Regional Hospital muscogee- Columbus Rotary participated in the 2024 mayors motorcade holiday parade at West Central Georgia. We had a rotary float decorated for the holidays, Rotarians dressed in their holiday elf attire.
Santa's Castle Toy Collection for Military Families
We collected toys to be donated to military families needing assistance during the holidays.
Snack bags for CURE Childhood Cancer
The Muscogee-Columbus Rotary Club demonstrated its commitment to community service by partnering with CURE Childhood Cancer to address the needs of families facing pediatric cancer treatment. Recognizing the challenges of lengthy and unpredictable outpatient clinic appointments, Rotary members generously donated and assembled 150 snack bags. These bags were carefully packed with individual, commercially prepared snacks, including microwave popcorn, Chex Mix, applesauce, fruit gummies, and hard candy. This initiative aimed to provide a small measure of comfort and practical support to families during stressful clinic visits.