Meeting Date 02-02-2026
“Honoring Our Roots, Stepping Boldly into the Future” This presentation by Shaun’ta Whitehead, CEO, highlights the enduring legacy of Community Health Centers of Greater Dayton (CHCGD) and its continued commitment to providing accessible, affordable, whole-person care to the community. It reflects on the organization’s history and the values that continue to guide its work, while […]
Meeting Date 01-26-2026
“The Magic of a Special Wish” Being told your child has a life-threatening illness are words no parent is ever prepared to hear. The journey ahead is overwhelming and filled with uncertainty. For 42 years, A Special Wish Foundation has been there to provide moments of inspiration, hope, and much-needed relief—giving families the chance to […]
Meeting Date 01-12-2026
“An Update on the Development for onMain” Brian Heitkamp, Chief Executive Officer of onMain: a partnership between Premier Health and the University of Dayton to redevelop the 38-acre former Montgomery County Fairgrounds site will give a little history, context, and accomplishments since acquisition of the onMain site through 2025 and what to expect in 2026 […]
Meeting Date 01-05-2026
“IGNITE…A Mobile App to Enhance Your Rotary Experience” We’re excited to introduce IGNITE, our mobile app built to keep Rotary club members connected, informed, and engaged—anytime, anywhere. With IGNITE, your Rotary experience becomes truly mobile. Stay in touch with club members through seamless in-app messaging and text communication, never miss a beat with quick access […]
Meeting Date 12-15-2025
“Annual Holiday Program” Get in a holiday mood with the Central Jazz Happy Holiday Combo – playing and singing your seasonal favorites and perhaps some other familiar tunes! Sue and Ken Taylor and friends will bring musical cheer to the Rotary Club of Dayton. Central Jazz is a philanthropic and educational group of performers and educators […]
Meeting Date 12-08-2025
“Annual Holiday Sweepstakes & Elections” This week we will hold our Annual Holiday Sweepstakes where we raise money forour Dayton Rotary Foundation. It’s a fun event you don’t want to miss!. Be sure topay for your $60 for your ticket to be entered into the prize drawing either onlineahead of time or bring it with […]
Meeting Date 12-01-2025
“Shop Local: Beyond Reinvestment, the Power of Downtown’s Retail” For many independent retailers, the holiday season is critical to their financial success.This presentation by Katie Meyer, CEO, Downtown Dayton Partnership will speak to thelocal economic impact of supporting small businesses. In addition to the financialreinvestment, the success of storefront businesses also drives investment and traffic […]
Meeting Date 11-24-2025
“What’s Next for Your Dayton Metro Library” Dayton Metro Library Executive Director Jeffrey Trzeciak discusses how the 2026-2028 state budget will impact the operations, programs, and facilities of the Dayton Metro Library, as well as the plan to maintain a sustainable, free, and openly accessible library system over the next two years. SMILE NEWSLETTER Meeting […]
Meeting Date 11-17-2025
“Working Together to Create Community Food Security” Mark Willis, Community Engagement Director, Hall Hunger Initiative, will give an overview of hunger in our community, and its impact then discuss approaches to building a stronger, more resilient food system. The focus will be on working in partnership and creating good jobs around healthy food. SMILE NEWSLETTER […]
Meeting Date 11-10-2025
“Today’s Landscape of College Sports” Neil Sullivan, Athletic Director, University of Dayton and John Cunningham, Athletic Director, University of Cincinnati will be our speakers for the day. The landscape of college sports under the governance of the NCAA and in response to court decisions is undergoing profound change. Topics to be discussed include NIL, universities […]