About Us

How We're Helping

We are a community-based organization focused on helping make the world around us a better, happier place. With the help of our tireless members, we organize fundraisers, exciting community-building events, and in-depth training sessions for our volunteers.

As Rotary International members, we abide by the Four-Way Test when evaluating our actions:

Is it the truth?
Is it fair to all concerned?
Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

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WHERE IS VAIL, ARIZONA?

VAIL is a census-designated place (CDP) in Pima County, Arizona, United States. It is 24 miles (39 km) southeast of Tucson. The population was 10,208 at the 2010 census, up from 2484 in the 2000 census. The area is known for the nearby Colossal Cave, a large cave system, and the Rincon Mountains District of Saguaro National Park, a top tourism spot within Arizona.

Vail was originally a siding and water stop on the Southern Pacific Railroad. It was located on the last section of flat land before the train tracks followed the old wagon road into the Cienega Creek bed. Vail was named after pioneer ranchers Edward and Walter Vail, who established ranches in the area in the late 19th century. Vail deeded a right of way across his ranch to the railroad. Vail owned the Vail Ranch, his brother Walter Vail owned the nearby Empire Ranch, now part of the Las Cienegas National Conservation Area. Attempts to incorporate the town were defeated in 2013 and 2023.

IS VAIL A GOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT?

The Vail School District is an award winning school district. Vail has been recognized locally, statewide, nationally, and even internationally.

OUR SCHOOL DISTRICT'S GUIDING PRINCIPLES:

WE RESPECT PARENTS. We operate on behalf of parents and assist them in educating their children. We deeply value parental choice and involvement.
WE CARE ABOUT EVERY STUDENT. We believe every student must be included, respected, and provided a physically and emotionally safe environment.
WE VALUE OUR EMPLOYEES. Our staff is carefully selected on the basis of their ability to carry out the mission and guiding principles. We hire the best and respect their expertise and opinions.
OUR SCHOOLS ARE COMMUNITIES OF LEARNERS. A community is a place where each individual is important and has something valuable to contribute. Learning is a lifelong activity. We are all learners. We expect staff, volunteers, and parents to model this belief for students.
WE DO THE HARD WORK OF GETTING ALONG. We believe that the quality of our adult relationships greatly influences the character and accomplishments of our students

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How We're Helping

Are you passionate about what we're doing? Let us know! We are always looking for volunteers to help us make our vision a reality. We'll help you find a way to volunteer that best suits you. We're excited to have you join the team!

Co-Presidents

Year July 2024 - June 2025

MISTY HOLMES

KIM ADAIR

Club Secretary:

Lisa Rankin

Treasurer:

Meg Weesner

Rotary Foundation Chair:

Misty Holmes

Rhonda Amstutz

Immediate Past President

Year JULY 2023 - JUNE 2024:

Mari Hethcoat

Past President

July 2021-JUNE 2022:

Meg Smith +

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Our new Rotary International President is Stephanie Urchick from the Rotary Club of McMurray, Pennsylvania USA.

Our new District 5500 Governor is

Susan Archibald

Rotary Year 2024-2025

Past District Governor:

Don Jorgensen

Rotary Year 2023-2024

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In Loving Memory of our Club President 2021-2023 Margaret (Meg) Smith who passed on June 20, 2023

"Meg will always be in our hearts and prayers... she was a great leader of our Rotary club and a great friend." Fred Bruns, Club Foundation Chair

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"Meg did so much for our club, she will be hard to replace." - Meg Weesner, Charter Member, Past Club President

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YEAR 2025 CALENDAR

Upcoming Meetings/Events

Sat. June 14. 8:30am

In-Person Meeting & ZOOM

Vail Fire Station

Guest Speaker:

MIchael Drake

Polio Plus

Sat. June 28. 8:30am

In-Person Meeting & ZOOM

(includes elections)

Vail Fire Station

Guest Speaker:

TBD

Rotary Foundation

Sat. July 12. 8:30am

Installation Brunch

details posted soon

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Past Meetings

Sat. May 24. 8:30am

In-Person Meeting & ZOOM

Vail Fire Station

Sat. May 10. 8:30am

In-Person Meeting & ZOOM

Vail Fire Station

Guest Speaker:

ROB LaMASTER

Make a Wish Arizona

Sat. April 26. 8:30am

In-Person

SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDS BREAKFAST

Vail Fire Station

Sat. April 12. 8:00am

In-Person Meeting

ADOPT-A-ROAD CLEAN UP

VOLUNTEERISM

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Sat. Mar 22. 8:30am

In-Person Meeting & ZOOM

Vail Fire Station

Guest Speaker:

SARAH REBEK

Vail Unified School District Special Education Department

Sat. March 8. 8:30am

In-Person Meeting & ZOOM

Vail Fire Station

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Sat. Feb 22. 8:30am

Regular Meeting

Via ZOOM

Sat. Feb 8. 8:30am

In-Person Meeting & ZOOM

Vail Fire Station

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Sat. Jan 25. 8:30am

In-Person Meeting & ZOOM

Vail Fire Station

Guest Speaker

Dr. Denise Bowls, DMgt

President & CEO

Vail AZ Chamber of Commerce

Sat. Jan 11. 8:30am

In-Person Meeting & ZOOM

Vail Fire Station

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Year 2024

Sat. Dec 23 . 4:00PM

HOLIDAY PARTY

Sat. Dec 14 . 8:30AM

Regular Meeting

Via ZOOM

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Sat. Nov 23 . 8:30AM

Regular Meeting

Via ZOOM

Sat. Nov 9 . 10:00AM

Guest Speaker:

District 5500 Governor

SUE ARCHIBALD

Sat. Nov 9 . 8:30AM

ADOPT-A-ROAD CLEAN UP

VOLUNTEERISM

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Sat. Oct 26 . 8:30AM

Regular Meeting

Via ZOOM

Sat. Oct 12. 8:30am

In-Person Meeting & ZOOM

VAIL Fire Station

Friday October 4, 2024

Special Event

Sonoita Tour & Wine Testing

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How We're Helping

Thank You

Whether you help through monetary donations, volunteering your time, or spreading our mission through word-of-mouth, thank you. We couldn't accomplish our goals without the help of supporters like you.

Some of our initiatives current and past include:

Texas Hold'em tournaments to raise money for veterans, and scholarships for local students.
Volunteering at the Fisher House for Veterans' families
Dictionaries for all local 3rd graders.
Food, books, and toys for children.
Donation of funds to provide clean water to students in Nogales, Mexico.
Scholarships for Children of Fallen and Disabled Veterans
Golf Tournament to raise money for scholarship of local high school students
Sponsorship of High School students for Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA), a leadership program offered to students around the world.
Providing an outdoor ball pit playground for elementary school children
Providing Sphero balls for an elementary school's robotic program
Shredding Event for newspapers, magazines, unsolicited mail, and electronic device disposal. Proceeds benefit schools in the District.
Adopt-a Road street clean-up
Donation of funds to Vail School District Special Education program

Who We Are - Rotary Club of Vail AZ

Our Guest Speaker

GUEST SPEAKER VERA KNIGHT OF VERA KNIGHT FITNESS SPOKE ON THE IMPORANTCE OF KEEPING FIT

BOTH PHYSICALLY AND MENTALLY TO MEET DEMANDS OF TODAY'S WORLD.

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We envision a world where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and succeed. At Rotary Club of Vail AZ, we work towards creating a more equitable society by advocating for policies that promote peace, social awareness and understanding.

Co-Presidents-Elect Kim A and Misty H

Our Rotary Club is comprised of passionate individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We bring together a wealth of knowledge and skills to achieve our goals and make a positive impact in our community.

District Governor Nominee Designate Emma C

We offer a range of programs and services that aim to empower individuals and communities. From scholarship programs to community outreach initiatives, our programs are designed to make a lasting impact. In photo are Members Leigh S and Amy G

WE BREAK THE MOLD

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL:

Breaks the Cycle of Poverty;

Breaks the Seal of Polio Vaccine;

Breaks the Soil where wells are drilled.

ROTARY CLUB OF VAIL AZ:

'Breaks illiteracy with the distribution of Dictionaries to children;

With Pride and Humility, BREAKS complacency for we are Recognized as "High Flyers" receiving the Community Impact Award by Vail Area Chamber of Commerce;

Causes students we support to BREAK into smiles by being recognized as

Student of the Year.'

- excerpt from Rotary District Governor Ellie Patterson's talk - Aug 31, 2019

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