WHAT ’ S NEWS IN UPPER ST . CLAIR
BRIDGEVILLE-SOUTH FAYETTE ROTARY CLUB ANNUAL CHILI COOK OFF
The Bridgeville-South Fayette Rotary Club will be having its annual Chili Cook Off at Fairview Park on Sept . 17 from noon to 4 p . m . All the information is available on the club ’ s Facebook page or at bridgeville-sfrotary . org . Call 412.576.0940 for tickets . The Rotary Club has been making a difference in the community since 1952 , socializing and building relationships while having fun . Members strive to live up to Rotary ’ s motto : “ Service above Self .”
YOUTHFUL LEADERSHIP IN ACTION
The Judge Ron Arnoni Leadershipin-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 winners are :
· Sydney Rozzo – Upper St . Clair
· Lauren Vay – Elizabeth Forward
· Lauren Heh – Bethel Park
· Madison Benedict – Baldwin By recognizing these 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 some of the many accomplishments and volunteer efforts of the winners through which they have made a difference :
· Member of the National Honor Society
· Captain of sports teams
· Elected president and for executive positions in student clubs and organizations
· Section leader in band and drumline
· Involved in 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 “ I experience many difficult situations in my courtroom ,” said Arnoni . “ Seeing how we have so many talented , passionate and caring students in our region is promising and encouraging for our future !”
You can learn more about the scholarships and numerous leadership programs for students and schools at ourleadfamily . com , or follow on Instagram @ OurLeadFamily for leadership lessons and future contests and scholarships .
Arnoni and Killmeyer said , “ Congratulations to all of this year ’ s winners ! We are proud of your accomplishments and are glad to recognize your leadership efforts . Thank you for making our region a better place !”
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 — and this year was no different . During the annual event , held April 20 at Valley Brook Country Club in McMurray , the organization presented over $ 53,000 in grant money 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 thanked the Rotary for the 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 was being 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 added . “ 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 .— and 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 .”
From supporting local veterans and the elderly to high school students and the homeless , you can visit rb . gy / 7fyvi to see the variety 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 . n
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