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We Meet for Lunch 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the Month
Springfield Rotary

Service Above Self

We meet In Person
Thursdays at 12:00 p.m.
Student Prince Cafe & the Fort Restaurant
8 Fort Street
Springfield, MA 01103
United States of America
Phone:
(413) 210-5789
Email:
rotaryclubofspringfield@outlook.com
Regular meetings have open registration! Free parking validation for the adjacent lot next to the building. Order from the menu at your own expense. Meetings are from 12 to 1pm.
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November 19th Speaker

Please join us on November 19th to welcome Stefan Davis, founder and CEO of I Found Light Against All Odds, a recipient of our Rotary Club of Springfield’s 2026 community grants.

This is a great opportunity for our members to learn more about the organization and the impact of our club’s support.

I encourage you to attend our meetings, invite a colleague or friend, and continue helping us grow our Rotary community.

Service Above Self Luncheon 2026

Please join us on Thursday, December 3, for the Basketball Hall of Fame and Springfield Rotary’s Service Above Self Luncheon, honoring Dr. Philip Glynn and Jerry Colangelo!

We hope you’ll join us to celebrate these outstanding individuals while supporting Rotary’s local humanitarian and educational initiatives.

🎟️ Purchase tickets here:
https://event.auctria.com/91516905-8a23-4450-8fed-c7cff783bd15/

We also have opportunities to promote your business or congratulate our honorees in the event program:

• Full-page ad: $600
• Half-page ad: $300
• Quarter-page ad: $150

Ad artwork is due November 20. Design assistance is available if needed.

For sponsorships or advertisements, please contact Chelsea LaCoille at cjohnson@hoophall.com.

Please feel free to invite friends, family, and colleagues. We would love to see you there! Thank you for supporting Service Above Self!

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD EVENT BROCHURE

Welcome New Members!

On September 3, we welcomed two new members:

  • Pastor Daniel Cohen
  • Tracy L. Friedenberg
Welcome New Rotarians

Jeromie Whalen, Technology, Communications, and Media Production Teacher at the Northampton Public Schools

Victor Davila, City Councilor, at the City of Springfield

Zander DiMare, Founder and Managing Partner of Aslan Wealth Partners, and 

Mirna Grbesic, Retail Banking Officer, Westfield Bank

Club Officers & Directors
President
Samalid Hogan
Secretary
Karen Blanchard
Treasurer
Carla Alves
Immediate Past President
Michael Kelley
Chair
Jack Toner
Director
Maurice Powe
Director
Rick Lee
Assistant Secretary
Rick Lee
Director
Bernie Spirito
Assistant Treasurer
Bernie Spirito
Director
Zander DiMare
Our Local Impact
Grants (23-24)
Forest Park Zoological Society
Rick’s Place         
Link to Libraries   
Revitalize Community Development 
Tapestry Health    
 
Scholarships
Al Riviere Pharmacy - WNEU
 
Volunteer & Collaborations
Friends of Homeless - Worthington St.
Greater Spfld Habitat for Humanity
Source to Sea Cleanup Project - CRC
 
Projects
Cambodia Clean Water
Financial Foundations for Women
ShelterBox
Chalk It Up!
 
President's Message

Samalid Hogan

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A Season of Gratitude and Service

Dear Fellow Rotarians,

As we enter November, I’m reminded of how much we have to be thankful for, especially the opportunity to come together as Rotarians and make a positive difference in our community.

One of the things I value most about Rotary is that we bring together people from different backgrounds, professions, and experiences who share a common desire to serve others. Every meeting, connection, and act of kindness is an opportunity to create lasting impact.

This month, we have two wonderful guest speakers who will share how their organizations are making a difference in the lives of others. I’m especially excited to welcome Stefan Davis, founder and CEO of I Found Light Against All Odds, one of the recipients of our Rotary Club of Springfield’s 2026 community grants. This is a great opportunity for our members to learn more about the organization and the impact of our club’s support.

I encourage you to attend our meetings, invite a colleague or friend, and continue helping us grow our Rotary community.

With Thanksgiving approaching, we also have an opportunity to give back through our food and donation collection for The Gray House. I hope everyone will participate in whatever way they can. Small acts of generosity can make a meaningful difference for families facing difficult times.

Thank you for your continued commitment to our club and the Springfield community. I’m grateful to serve alongside all of you.

Wishing you and your families a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Warmly,
Samalid Hogan, 

President
Rotary Club of Springfield

Club Officers & Directors
President
Samalid Hogan
Secretary
Karen Blanchard
Treasurer
Carla Alves
Immediate Past President
Michael Kelley
Chair
Jack Toner
Director
Maurice Powe
Director
Rick Lee
Assistant Secretary
Rick Lee
Director
Bernie Spirito
Assistant Treasurer
Bernie Spirito
Director
Zander DiMare
Club Meeting Speakers
Upcoming Speakers
Stefan Davis, Founder & CEO
Nov 19, 2026
GRANT RECIPIENT: I Found Light Against All Odds
DELIVER THANKSGIVING DONATIONS
Nov 19, 2026 12:00 PM
Past Speakers
BEGIN THANKSGIVING DONATIONS
Nov 05, 2026 12:00 PM
Guest Speaker: Hailee Rodriguez, Comm. Engagement
Nov 05, 2026
GRANT RECIPIENT: Ronald McDonald House.
Stacy Gilmour Director, Learning and Development
Oct 15, 2026 12:00 PM
aim HR Solutions
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Birthdays & Rotary Anniversaries
Member Birthdays:
  • Bernie Spirito
    November 14
  • Michael Kelley
    November 30
Upcoming Events
Community Service Project
Nov. 19, 2026
4:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. UTC-05:00
Service Above Self Luncheon
Dec. 03, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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