100 for 100 Appeal

A Century of Service and Impact
Since its inception, the Kennebunk Rotary Club has been committed to enhancing the lives of individuals in our community. Our accomplishments have touched every corner of Kennebunk and the surrounding areas, and your support has helped us grow into what we are today. Over the past century, we have made a tangible difference in the lives of countless individuals through initiatives such as:
- $50,000 in Scholarships awarded in 2024 to local high school seniors pursuing college or trade school education.
- Monthly Red Cross Blood Drives, helping to save lives in our community.
- Hosting Breakfasts for incoming and graduating seniors at Kennebunk High School, providing a space for celebration and connection.
- Distributing Illustrated Dictionaries to kindergarten students in Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Arundel to inspire early literacy.
- Leading Salvation Army Bell Ringing efforts, raising over $4,000 in 2023 alone to support families during the holiday season.
- Providing Scholarships for the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, empowering our future leaders.
- Supporting families in need through our Annual Children's Christmas Party, where we provide gifts to local children.
- Contributing to Meals on Wheels and Community Outreach Services, ensuring that fewer in our community go hungry.

Strengthening Our Community, One Project at a Time
Over the past 100 years, the Kennebunk Rotary Club has spearheaded numerous impactful local projects. Our efforts have helped fund the development of Rotary Park, purchase the town's first ambulance, and provide AED defibrillators across our community. We’ve also supported the high school band with uniform purchases and played a role in launching community programs like CS3 (Community Strong, Character Strong & Children Strong) and Above Board.

Expanding Our Reach Globally
Our service extends far beyond our local borders. Thanks to your generosity, we have supported Rotary International’s philanthropic efforts by funding:
- Efforts to eradicate polio through donations to the Paul Harris Foundation.
- Clean water in Guatemala, mosquito nets to Uganda, and crutches across Africa.
- Support in Uganda for a chicken farm operation and a Christmas party at an orphanage.
- A family’s needs in Guatemala.
- Opening day at a medical center in Tanzania.
100 for 100 – How You Can Help
We are inviting you to be part of our future by contributing to our "100 for 100" campaign. Your donation will ensure that the Kennebunk Rotary Club can continue its tradition of service, both locally and globally, for the next 100 years. By participating, you are investing in the future of our community—helping to fund scholarships, community programs, and international service projects that reflect the core value of Rotary:
"Service Above Self."