We are a high-spirited, active club with strong ties in the community. Take a look at our website to see some of the recent accomplishments. New members are always welcome. Make your contribution count! Email boltonrotary@gmail.com to have someone call to connect.

Project Volya Global Grant 2024

7 Highly technical training mannequins are being prepared for shipment to Ukraine!

Project Volya is a civilian initiative to provide Ukrainian civilians and front-line personnel with life-saving medical supply resources they need to survive in view of the Russian aggression as well as training in the use of such medical supplies. $30,000 was collected by local Rotary clubs and matched through District and RI grants. This has been a huge initiative by our club and we

are proud to see it coming to fruition.

Oliver House Driveway

Repairs to Oliver House driveway were done this week! Last visit to see the newly donated stove we realized the pothole condition of the driveway was VERY rough. Bolton Rotary again partnered with Orangeville Rotary to ensure the driveway was now safe for emergency and delivery vehicles. Recycles asphalt was installed, graded, levelled and mechanically rolled on 450' of driveway.

Haunted Hill 1km Fun Run and 5km run/walk

The annual Haunted Hill 1km Fun Run and 5km Run/Walk is planned for Sunday, Oct 27 starting at 9:30 at the Caledon Centre for Wellness and Recreation. Registration if FREE for all and will be open soon. We are hosting a school team challenge this year and a scavenger hunt. There will be lots of food, drinks, spooky decorations, music, prizes. Wear your costume and come join in the fun!! Check rotaryhauntedhill.com for more information and to register.

Bolton Rotary 75th Year

We will be celebrating our 75 years in several ways this year! Starting with the District Governor visit on September 9 followed by a big Christmas auction event. We are proud of the impact our club has made in the community and around the world over these 75 years and continuing to do good work in the spirit of 'Service Above Self'.

Kindness Heroes

Our club was recently recognized as a Kindness Hero by CCS at their AGM...for making great things happen in Caledon! On the left accepting the award were Ed, Andrew and Charissa with Carol and Mariia making the presentation.

Peace Scholarship

We're proud to support the Conrad Grebel Peace Scholarship Award for a Masters in Peace and Conflict Studies. Our $6,000 donation helped to surpass the district 7080 goal in 2024. A strong message that our club honors the pillars of peace in Rotary.

Changeover 2024

This year's theme is The Magic of Rotary and we certainly captured the momentum of this truly magical night. Fabulous food, surprise awards, celebration and fellowship. Congratulations to all the recipients of the awards: Jimmy Pountney, Luci Verdile and Dave Anstey with Paul Harris Awards, Tyler Viaene Rotarian of the Year, Charissa Yavcutovich + Helen Wicki-Nadler Willing Worker awards and Murray Stewart District 7080 Service Award.

New Bench

A great big thanks to Dan and Chris who have been working hard to get the bench installed out front of Rotary Place. And a shout out to Deb May and Kathy Clarkson for working on the gardens. The bench has been donated by Mary Peotto and family in memory of her husband Frank T. Peotto.

CMOW Cheque presentation

Charissa presenting a $5,000. cheque to Kim for Caledon Meals on Wheels. CMOW has been in Bolton for 40 years, serves over 25,000 meals a year and has over 100 volunteers. The offer more than just meals... social and wellness programs, visiting and security checks.

Charity Golf Classic 2024 Thank you!

A huge thank you to all the golfers, sponsors and volunteers at our recent golf tournament!

This is our biggest fundraiser so we try to make it a very special day for everyone involved.

The weather was fabulous, the course memorable, the dinner delicious and the camaraderie heartwarming.

Cheers to another great year!

Scientists in School

We are proud to support Scientists in School as an addition to the curriculum in 5 local Grade 3 classes.

Generations Park

Bolton Rotary is proposing a new Rotary Generations Park at the corner of Kingsview and Rotarian Way. Michael Hoy, Manager of Parks and Natural Heritage with the Town of Caledon will be presenting concepts for consideration on April 15 at our weekly business meeting. Mayor Groves and councillors will join us at this meeting.

Oliver House Oven

Andrew and Ingrid were happy to be presented with a plaque in recognition of Bolton ($6900) and Orangeville ($4000) contributions to the new stove that was recently installed at Oliver House...a residential group home in Caledon offering 24 hour supervised and housing for community residents to support their mental health.

KIVA Microloans

MAKE A LOAN, CHANGE A LIFE! Bolton Rotary and Kiva have partnered to make an even greater impact on communities around the world, one loan at a time. Our money has been re-loaned three full times now, helping 133 women, in 23 countries. The average loan has been $350. Our default rate is only 0.02%! This is a world wide organization, active in over 80 countries, that administers micro loans to individuals, mostly single mothers. The Club became involved a few years ago with an initial investment of $5000 USD. This money is loaned out in small amounts, generally to purchase agricultural supplies or equipment, and is then paid back over time to then be re-loaned to the next recipient. There are partner agencies in the local area that administer the applications and the loans, and Dave keeps a close on the applications and the money. So far there have been a total of 4.9 million borrowers worldwide. For more info visit KIVA.org

Caledon Kids First

The Rotary Club of Bolton has had great success with their Caledon Kids First Program! It is a funding program in sports and wellness programs for families in need. Youth have participated in dance, soccer, karate, skating, baseball, hockey, music, swimming, etc. and over the 5 years we have sponsored 155 youth under 18.