WHAT ’ S NEWS IN BETHEL PARK
From supporting local veterans and the elderly , to high school students and the homeless , visit rb . gy / 7fyvi for a complete list of 2023 grant recipients . To learn more about the club or how to join , visit uscbprotary . org or contact Sally Morrison , the club president and assistant district governor , at 412.951.7543 .
UPPER ST . CLAIR- BETHEL PARK BREAKFAST CLUB ROTARY ANNUAL NIGHT OF GIVING
There is one night of the year that every Upper St . Clair-Bethel Park Breakfast Club Rotarian looks forward to — the Annual Night of Giving ( NOG )— and this year was no different .
During the annual NOG , held April 20 at Valley Brook Country Club in McMurray , the Rotary announced that more than $ 53,000 in grant money was being given to 20 local and two international charities . Special guest host Bonny Diver , 3WS Pittsburgh radio personality , kicked off the night and introduced each charity .
“ This night is the culmination of all the hard work done throughout the year , starting with the Chicken BBQ fundraiser held each fall ,” said event co-chair Bill Findle . With 90 people in attendance , including half a dozen BBQ sponsors , there was not a dry eye in the house as each charity received their check and thanked the Rotary for these critical donations .
“ From lifesaving security devices assisting victims of domestic violence from Watchful Shepherd , to solar lanterns for the homeless from Light in My City , this night was about celebrating
our community and how together we make a difference ,” said co-chair , and BBQ sponsor , Scott Churchill .
As a first-time grant recipient , Bill Henderson — a board member from Crop & Kettle — was thrilled to share that the grant would be used to build a community garden in Ambridge . Crop & Kettle provides tangible life skills and culinary job training each semester to more than a dozen students .
“ This grant means everything to our students who will learn the life cycle of food management , from crop cultivation and dinner preparation to catering ,” Henderson said . “ Upon graduation , our students have not only gained tangible marketable job skills but have been transformed . It ’ s more than learning how to cook . It ’ s realizing that with hard work and dedication you can change the course of your life and have hope for the future . We are grateful to the Rotary of Upper St . Clair-Bethel Park Breakfast Club for this donation .”
David and Marci Heckler , owners of Comfort Supplies Inc ., a Platinum BBQ sponsor , were impressed by the number and variety of charities supported . “ It was a feel-good night for sure ,” said Marci Heckler . “ And hearing how each charity will be using our donation was inspiring . It ’ s great to be a part of something so worthwhile and with a direct impact on our local community .”
YOUTHFUL LEADERSHIP IN ACTION
The Judge Ron Arnoni Leadership in Action Scholarships are designed to recognize and reward outstanding student leaders in the region . Students demonstrating leadership qualities in their communities and schools were encouraged to apply for five $ 1,000 scholarships .
These awards were made possible by the Leadership Development organization and the LEAD Program ’ s title sponsor , Dollar Bank ; major sponsor , the Pittsburgh Penguins ; and community sponsor , Mrs . Carol and Dr . Brian McDonough . This year ’ s scholarship winners are :
• Lauren Vay – Elizabeth Forward
• Lauren Heh – Bethel Park
• Sydney Rozzo – Upper St . Clair
• Madison Benedict – Baldwin
By recognizing the students ’ contributions , Judge Arnoni and his business partner , Brad Killmeyer , hope these student leaders will be inspired to continue positively impacting our communities in the years ahead .
Below are a few of this year ’ s winners ’ many accomplishments and volunteer efforts to make a difference in the area :
• Members of the National Honors Society
• Captain of sports teams
• Elected president and for executive positions for student clubs and organizations
• Section leaders in band and drum line
• Highly involved with numerous community organizations such as Miracle League , Best Buddies , Girl Scouts , church groups , military appreciation programs , Students Against Destructive Decisions , local libraries , cancer foundations , and others
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