A New Rotary Year Begins
On June 25, 2026, the Rotary Club of Griffin proudly celebrated our annual Change of the Guard, marking the beginning of a new Rotary year and honoring the leaders who have stepped forward to serve.
Congratulations to our newly inducted Club President, Robert Parker, and our 2026–2027 Board of Directors. We are excited to see your vision, leadership, and commitment to Service Above Self guide our club in the year ahead.
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Join Our Meetings Virtually
Did you know you can join our Rotary Club of Griffin meetings from anywhere?
Whether you're traveling, working remotely, or just curious about what Rotary is all about—we welcome you to attend virtually!
Our weekly meetings are streamed via Zoom, and guests are always welcome to log in, listen, and learn about how we’re making a difference in the Griffin community and beyond
Community Support of Griffin High School
the Rotary Club of Griffin had the privilege of serving lunch to the incredible teachers and staff at Griffin High School. It was a small way to say “thank you” for the big difference they make in our students’ lives every single day.
From classrooms to offices, their dedication and heart are what keep the school thriving—and we were honored to show our appreciation.
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Increasing Literacy in Our Community
The Rotary Club of Griffin was proud to support the Griffin-Spalding County Library’s 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program by providing "Kindergarten Ready" backpacks filled with school supplies and books to this year’s graduates.
This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to increasing literacy in our community—and we were thrilled to help recognize 20 young readers who completed the challenge of reading 1,000 books before starting kindergarten!
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Rotarians in Action
The Rotary Club of Griffin partnered with Backpack Food for Kids, a program sponsored by the Spalding Collaborative, to help fight weekend food insecurity for students in our community.
Together, we packed and delivered meals to 8 schools, reaching 273 students—ensuring children have access to nutritious food even when school is out. Each meal was carefully color-coded by school and packed with love and care. Click Here to See Rotarians in Action
100% Paul Harris Fellow Club
The Rotary Club of Griffin is proud to display its 100% Paul Harris Fellow Club, awarded by the Rotary Foundation to clubs in which all dues-paying members are Paul Harris Fellows.
Paul Harris Fellows are those members who have donated $1,000 or more to the Annual Fund, Polio-Plus, or an approved Foundation grant.
President's Welcome Message
Welcome to the Rotary Club of Griffin.
It is both an honor and a privilege to serve as President for the 2026–2027 Rotary year. For more than a century, our club has been bringing together leaders, professionals, and community members who share a common purpose...to make Griffin stronger through service, fellowship, and leadership. That tradition continues today.
Rotary is more than a weekly meeting. It is neighbors serving neighbors, friendships built through a shared commitment to helping others, and people coming together to create lasting change. Whether we're supporting local schools, fighting food insecurity, promoting literacy, honoring our veterans, or partnering with organizations throughout our community, every project reflects our commitment to Service Above Self.
This year, I encourage every member to become even more engaged by finding new ways to serve, inviting others to experience Rotary, and sharing the incredible work our club accomplishes throughout Griffin and beyond. The strength of our club has always been our members, and together we can continue to expand our impact for generations to come.
If you're visiting our website because you're curious about Rotary, I invite you to join us for a meeting. You'll discover a welcoming group of people who are passionate about making a difference while building meaningful friendships along the way. Whether you're looking to serve your community, grow professionally, or simply connect with others who care, there's a place for you at the Rotary Club of Griffin.
Thank you for visiting our website. I look forward to serving alongside our members as we continue our proud tradition of making a positive impact one project, one relationship, and one act of service at a time.
Yours in Rotary,
Robert Parker
President, Rotary Club of Griffin
2026–2027
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Griffin Rotary Blog
Stories about Rotary as told by our membership.
February 12, 2017 5:55pm
Carrying on a Tradition of Service
My father was a Rotarian and a former President of the Spring Lake, MI, Rotary Club. I remember occasionally going to meetings with him as a child. Twice our family hosted Rotary students (one from Finland and the other from Germany) when I was in high school. When I became involved in the Rotary Club of Griffin as an adult, I felt like … [more]
February 7, 2017 1:44pm
One only need look at the membership
To understand the Rotary Club of Griffin, one only needs to look at the membership. Service above self is seen in the everyday lives of the men and women that comprise this club. Every member is plugged into and active in most every aspect of Griffin, Georgia. From church committees to youth groups to community outreach, Griffin Rotarians … [more]
December 13, 2016 9:00am
I'm Very Proud to be Associated
Rotary’s motto Service above Self can be traced back to the very beginning of Rotary when Arthur F Sheldon addressed the first convention of Rotary in Chicago. Sheldon stated in his speech to the attendees, “only the science of right conduct towards others pays.Business is the science of human services.He profits most who serves his fellows … [more]
October 27, 2016 3:08pm
A Sense of Belonging
Growing up in Griffin, I knew Rotary mainly through the programs and events they sponsored, as well as Interact. I knew that they did great things in the community, but not much about the group itself. It took joining the Club to understand how the motto of Service above Self plays out in practice in the day-to-day actions of my fellow Rotarians … [more]
October 2, 2016 9:09pm
Rotary is a large part of my Life
Rotary came into my life at a young age with the Rotary Boys Choir - sponsored by the club and directed by Mrs. Gretchen Cummings and accompanied by Mrs. Emily Harris, pianist. I thought it was wonderful that the Rotarians, a great group of respected community and civic leaders, would sponsor us. Later, I enjoyed visiting the club as a Student Rotarian … [more]
Become a Member
Become a Member
Make a difference where you live while building meaningful friendships and professional connections. As a member of the Rotary Club of Griffin, you'll join a network of neighbors and leaders who are committed to serving our community, supporting local projects, and creating lasting impact, one service project at a time.
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End Polio Now
Since 1985, Rotary has invested hundreds of millions of dollars in the effort to rid the world of the polio virus.