The Manhattan Rotary Club continued one of its signature service projects by volunteering at Common Table, where approximately 75 individuals are served a meal each evening. On the second Tuesday of every month, Rotarians serve food and beverages, bus tables, wash dishes, and assist wherever needed.
OxiClean was the most retrieved item at this month's Community Cares Chest, with more than 30 nonprofit organizations picking up products. Thanks to Felix Jimenez, who coordinated with K-State's Furniture Amnesty Day, furniture from the Community Cares Chest was donated to community members in need.
The Big Check, funded through Cup Money donations, was presented to the Riley County Senior Center and accepted by Rotarian Dane Schmidt. The Club welcomed new member Travis Habhab, Executive Director of Military and Veteran Affairs at Kansas State University.
The Club also celebrated Rotarian anniversaries totaling an impressive 243 years of service. Members recognized included Charlie Hughes (66 years), Joe Knopp (47 years), Tom Fryer (44 years), Randy Martin (41 years), Dan Eilert (23 years), and Bob Ward (22 years).