College Football Fundraiser

The Rotary Club of Griffin turned up the heat this fall with an electrifying college football challenge that had members cheering, competing, and giving back to the community in a big way!

This one was actually "borrowed," but modified from our friends at Rotary in Columbus.  Rotarians signed up to support their favorite college football team—either solo or in dynamic duos—regardless of wins, losses, or conference standings. The only thing that mattered? Total points scored! Each member pledged $1 per point racked up by their team throughout the season, while duos committed to $1.20 per point combined. To keep things friendly, we set caps at $400 per individual and $200 per partner.

The Hype Was Real. Every two weeks, our spirited referee, Chuck Copeland, brought the energy with high-energy pep rallies during our meetings, awarding a cash prize to the top Rotarian scorer from the last two games and keeping everyone updated on the standings. The excitement carried over to our fall outing, where football fever took center stage!

The Final Score - As the season wrapped up, we celebrated the top-scoring team and crowned the biggest loser with good-natured fun. Natalie Marshall, our President-Elect, claimed the top points honor, while President Kathleen Smith took home the "biggest loser" title with plenty of laughs!

The Real Victory? Our Community! Thanks to our enthusiastic members, this Community Project Fundraiser scored a whopping $9,653 for our community projects budget—directly supporting initiatives that make a difference right here at home.

From friendly rivalries to unforgettable moments, this challenge was more than just a fundraiser—it was a season full of team spirit, competition, and community impact.