Our Board of Directors 2026-27
We are People of Action
Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, and leaders who volunteer their skills and resources to solve issues and address community needs.
Our club meeting is held on the first Thursday at 12.30pm and
third Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m.
Please check the calendar for all scheduled meetings.
For further details, please contact
John Simpson at
905-477-3013
Meeting Venue-
“We do things for others, but Rotary is also our own,” he says. “When something is your own, you want to fight for it. ‘It is my duty to help it thrive.’ When you see how Rotary has made a lasting impact on your life, then you can tell that story.”
❤️ Rotarians Making a Difference in Our Community!
Our dedicated Rotarians are proud to volunteer their time and present a cheque on behalf of our club to the Richmond Hill Food Bank.
Through service, generosity, and community spirit, we are helping support individuals and families facing food insecurity in our community.
Together, we can make a difference. This is Rotary in action!
Service Above Self. 💙💛
🎄 Rotary Club of Willowdale – Annual Festive Christmas Lunch
Celebrate the Season • Share the Joy • Support a Worthy Cause
The Rotary Club of Willowdale warmly invites members, families, friends, and guests to celebrate the holiday season at our Annual Festive Christmas Lunch. Join us for an afternoon of festive fellowship, delicious food, Christmas carols, and giving back to our community. In keeping with our long-standing tradition of supporting The Salvation Army, proceeds and donations from this event will benefit the Salvation Army After School Program, helping support children and families in our community.
🎄 Event Details
Date: Thursday, December 10, 2026
Time: 12:30 PM
Venue: The Thornhill Club
7994 Yonge Street, Thornhill, ON L4J 1W3
Cost: $80 per person
✨ Event Highlights
Live Christmas music and carols performed by members of the Salvation Army Band
Exciting raffle prizes
Cash bar
Festive fellowship with family and friends
An opportunity to support a meaningful charitable cause
Bring your family and friends and celebrate the spirit of Christmas with us!
❤️ Supporting The Salvation Army - The Rotary Club of Willowdale proudly continues its tradition of supporting the Salvation Army After School Program. We encourage attendees to make a donation in addition to their lunch payment. Tax receipts will be issued for eligible donations.
💳 Payment Options
Option 1: E-Transfer -Christmas Lunch – $80 per person
Send payment to: general.willowdalerotary@gmail.com Please include "Christmas Lunch" in the payment reference.
Donations to the Salvation Army After School Program -Send donations to: donations.willowdalerotary@gmail.com
Please include "Salvation Army After School Program" in the payment reference. Donation tax receipts will be sent following the event. Please provide your email address.
Option 2: Payment by Cheque
Please bring two separate cheques, both payable to:
Rotary Club of Willowdale
Cheque 1: Payment for Christmas Lunch ($80 per person)
Cheque 2: Your donation to the Salvation Army After School Program. Please provide your email address to receive a donation tax receipt.
Already paid? Kindly advise our team at check-in if you have made your payment in advance.
📩 RSVP by Friday, December 4, 2026- Please confirm your attendance by emailing: heatheregraeme@gmail.com
We look forward to celebrating Christmas together while continuing our Rotary tradition of Service Above Self. Together, let's spread Christmas cheer and make a difference in our community!
Rotary Club of Willowdale
Service Above Self
The Rotary Club of Willowdale is pleased to announce our upcoming Ham & Cheese Sale!
We invite all members to participate and support this fundraising initiative.
Order Deadline: Friday, November 13, 2026
All proceeds from the sale will go toward supporting local community initiatives and making a positive difference in our community.
Your participation and support are greatly appreciated. Please consider placing an order and sharing this fundraiser with family and friends.
Thank you for your continued generosity and commitment to serving our community!
Warm regards
Rotary Club Of Willowdale
Making a Difference at J.K. Nyerere School – Arusha, Tanzania
With the sponsorship and support of Doug and his family, founders Margaret and Riyaz Adat, the Willowdale Rotarians have been working to improve educational opportunities and the quality of life for more than 900 students at J.K. Nyerere School in Arusha, Tanzania.
Through this ongoing commitment, the project has provided:
School uniforms and textbooks.
Three newly constructed classrooms.
Washroom facilities for both teachers and students.
A kitchen facility to prepare meals for more than 900 students, with ongoing funding for the school feeding program.
Scholarships to help students continue their education through high school and university.
Playing fields and sports equipment to encourage physical activity, teamwork, and healthy development.
Our Next Goal: A Reliable Source of Clean Water
Our next important initiative is to install a well at the school, providing a dependable source of clean water for students, teachers, and the school's daily operations.
This project represents another important step in creating a healthier, safer, and more supportive learning environment.
We are deeply grateful to Doug Ward and his family for sponsoring this meaningful initiative and to everyone who has contributed to making these improvements possible.
Together, we are helping build brighter futures for more than 900 children.
