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100k Grant Awarded. The Rotary Club of Washington, DC today announced that a special Centennial Community Service Grant of $100,000 has been made to the Multicultural Career Intern Program (MCIP).
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Our Club meets every Wednesday, promptly, 12:30pm – 1:30pm at the University Club of Washington D.C. Our meetings are hybrid and available via zoom. To request an invitation to join our weekly meetings, click the button below to send us an email. Be sure to regularly visit our Club Calendar for updates.
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If you are interested in learning more about our events, click the link below to our Club Calendar.  Each and every month, we host and attend numerous insightful, energetic and service-oriented events.  Come and see what we’re all about…roll up your sleeves and help us – help others.

One of the Club’s most popular ways of serving our local community is through Grate Patrol DC.  To learn more about how you can volunteer to help us feed the homeless on the evenings of every 3rd Tuesday and 3rd Friday.  Click the button below to sign up today!

Vision Statement

A world of peace, justice, equity, opportunity, and human well-being within a thriving and sustainable environment.

Mission Statement

To transform lives in the nation’s capital and throughout the world through service, friendship, networking, and fun.

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Applications for ROTARY FOUNDATION OF WASHINGTON DC grants now open! To be considered proposals must be submitted electronically by 11:59 pm on Friday, January 31, 2025. Apply now. Local nonprofits should use this link to the application form: https://form.jotform.com/243194607979169 Spread the word to local 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations serving Washington, DC residents by sharing this post with them.  We look forward to reviewing applications from worthy organizations this Rotary year.  Grants in the following categories will be issued: 🏆Community Service Grants of $1,000 to $5,000 per organization. These grants support projects that demonstrate a need for small capital items or “seed money” for a special service that provides direct and tangible benefits.   🏆Foundation Special Project Grants of $20,000 per organization. These grants support larger projects that demonstrate long-term sustainability and impact. #DCRotaryFoundation #DCRotaryClub #RotaryDistrict7620 #RotaryInternational #community #grants #DC #nonprofit #grantmaking

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Honoring all who served! As we reflect on those who served and those who made the ultimate sacrifice, we sincerely that you for your service. #veteransday2024 #veteransday #honoringallwhoserved #DCRotaryClub #DCRotaryFoundation

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Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! This year’s theme is “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together” Celebrate with us! #DCRotaryClub #DCRotaryFoundation #Rotary7620 #RotaryInternational #TheMagicOfRotary #HispanicHeritageMonth

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PP Lisa gives an update to Lisa's Law and recent coverage of the initiative by WTOP at: https://wtop.com/dc/2025/08/dc-foster-youth-get-bags-of-dignity-instead-of-trash-bags-for-their-belongings/

PP Lisa gives an update to Lisa's Law and recent coverage of the initiative by WTOP at:
https://wtop.com/dc/2025/08/dc-foster-youth-get-bags-of-dignity-instead-of-trash-bags-for-their-belongings/

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Lisa's Law Update August 2025

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Barrington D. Scott served as a Trustee of the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) for a decade, applying his expertise in higher education and community service. As both an alumnus and board member of the UDC Foundation, Inc., Scott contributed to fundraising and the university’s development, helping UDC rise from 77th to 23rd among HBCUs nationally. Scott led a campaign honoring 1904 alumnus Dr. Edwin Bancroft Henderson, raising $300,000 for a statue at the Sports Complex bearing Dr. Henderson’s name. Beyond UDC, Scott is an engaged parent, grandparent, and co-founder of the Calvin Coolidge Association, which has provided over $4 million in scholarships to graduating seniors. In 2018, he established the Academic Excellence Awards to support high-achieving HBCU students. Currently, Barrington D. Scott is President of the Pigskin Club of Washington, Inc., and serves as a Deacon and Intercessor at City of Praise Family Ministries in Landover, Maryland. His ongoing commitment to education, leadership, and community uplift continues to inspire those around him.

Barrington D. Scott served as a Trustee of the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) for a decade, applying his expertise in higher education and community service. As both an alumnus and board member of the UDC Foundation, Inc., Scott contributed to fundraising and the university’s development, helping UDC rise from 77th to 23rd among HBCUs nationally.

Scott led a campaign honoring 1904 alumnus Dr. Edwin Bancroft Henderson, raising $300,000 for a statue at the Sports Complex bearing Dr. Henderson’s name. Beyond UDC, Scott is an engaged parent, grandparent, and co-founder of the Calvin Coolidge Association, which has provided over $4 million in scholarships to graduating seniors. In 2018, he established the Academic Excellence Awards to support high-achieving HBCU students.

Currently, Barrington D. Scott is President of the Pigskin Club of Washington, Inc., and serves as a Deacon and Intercessor at City of Praise Family Ministries in Landover, Maryland. His ongoing commitment to education, leadership, and community uplift continues to inspire those around him.

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Barrington D. Scott | Dr. E.B. Henderson–The Grandfather of Black Basketball | August 27, 2025

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Angela Franco is President and CEO of the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce (MCCC). Prior to joining MCCC, Franco was President and CEO of the DC Chamber of Commerce from 2020 to 2024. Her commitment to support and advocate for Chamber members demonstrates passion and vision to grow the organization. Franco joined the DC Chamber of Commerce during civic unrest and a global pandemic and continues to move the organization forward. By working with its executive team and board of directors, Franco creates programs and services that position the Chamber as a valuable resource and leading advocate for businesses throughout DC. Franco is an experienced business leader who has strengthened and revitalized organizations, including the DC Health Benefit Exchange Authority and the Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Before relocating to the US, Franco held management positions in Bogotá, Colombia. Franco has received many prestigious honors. Most recently, she was recognized with the 2023 and 2022 Washington Business Journal’s Power 100 list. In addition, she is a Board Member at Large for the United Way of the National Capital Area, a Board Member of the Cherry Blossom Festival, DC Policy Center and Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, and an appointee to the DC Workforce Investment Council (by the DC Mayor). Franco is a graduate of Leadership Montgomery and Leadership Greater Washington. She holds a Master of Science degree in Finance and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration.

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Angela Franco | Role of Chambers of Commerce in the New Era | August 20, 2025

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