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Local Rotary Clubs Partner with EFSC – Cont . passionate individuals . “ The long-standing friendship and support we have experienced is proof that Rotary is leading change in their own backyards and across the world ,” said Tonya Cherry , EFSC Foundation Executive Director of Operations . “ They are truly ‘ People of Action ’ and we are grateful for their partnership in making college dreams a reality for EFSC students .”
Tonya Cherry and Dr . Michael Cadore with President of the Sunrise Rotary Club of Titusville , Lois Gray
so much from participation in our service activities ,” said Baird .
The EFSC Rotaract Club meets every Thursday . “ You can see our members out and about involved in a volunteer capacity in local events such as the Cocoa / Merritt Island Holiday Parade , Taste of Viera , Water for the World , and The Haunted Trail Fundraiser on Kiwanis Island with Brevard County Parks and Recreation just to name a few ,” she added . “ The club has also been recognized as Volunteers of the Year and been able to attend the International Convention in Washington D . C .”
Rotary International invests in our future leaders and philanthropists . Globally on average , Rotary International provides nearly $ 7.5 million in scholarships annually .
Rotary members are essential for making communities better around the world , with 46,000 clubs and 1.4 million
Tonya Cherry and Dr . Michael Cadore with President of the Indialantic Rotary , Susan Frey , President of the Cocoa Rotary , Chris Webb and Indialantic Member Matt Margut
Involved in a local Rotary Club and want to get involved in service with the EFSC Foundation ? Contact Tonya Cherry at cherryt @ easternflorida . edu
Cocoa Rotary Members Jerry Byrd , Frank Sullivan , Lowell Loadholtz , Chris Webb and Jack Masson .
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