Flags Across Bryan 2024 Bunny Pratt 2024-02-07 06:00:00Z 0
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2023 Field of Valor November 4 - 12

Posted by Shelley Nelson on Nov 03, 2023
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Join us as we SERVE, HONOR, and EDUCATE through our 1000 Flag Salute to Service during Veterans Week November 4-12, 2023.

Veterans Park is located at 3101 Harvey Rd, College Station, TX 77845.

Thanks to those of you who supported Bryan Rotary Club in this service project and fundraiser.  Flag grid locations are downloadable below and we will have a list onsite in the info box stands. 

2023 Flag Grid Locations by Honoree Last Name

2023 Flag Grid Locations by Donor Last Name

Section I=By Softball Field parking area
Section II=By Veterans Memorial parking area
Section III=By Harvey Road Fence line

 
 
2023 Field of Valor November 4 - 12 Shelley Nelson 2023-11-03 05:00:00Z 0

Field of Valor 2023

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ORDERING IS NOW CLOSED - EMAILS WILL BE SENT WITH FLAG TAG GRID LOCATION THIS WEEKEND

TAG A FLAG or SPONSOR A SIGN

This November support the Bryan Rotary Field of Valor-1000 Flag Salute to Service. Through this fundraiser and patriotic display, we SERVE The community with grants to local non-profits, HONOR Veterans, Active Military Members, First Responders, & Healthcare Workers who demonstrate selfless service through their vocation, and EDUCATE students through teacher mini-grants and scholarships. Reserve an individual Flag Tag or sign up to Sponsor a Sign at Veterans Park, November 4-12, 2023. #TogetherWeHonor
 

Local organizations are invited to sign up and Volunteer to help setup or take down the FOV Flag Display:
Questions? Text or Call Bunny Pratt at 979.361.7992.
Field of Valor 2023 Bunny Pratt 2023-09-10 05:00:00Z 0

2023 Bryan Rotary 10 Announced!!

Posted by Bunny Pratt on Jun 28, 2023
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Bryan Rotary Club is proud to announce our 2023 Bryan Rotary 10 Award Winners! Help us celebrate all of these businesses which positively impact Brazos County. These companies represent the Top 10 Fastest Growing Small Businesses in Brazos County based on percentage of growth:

Click here for  2023 Winners Portfolio.

Bryan Rotary 10 - Business Winners

 
Special recognition also went to:

Launch Award - sponsored by the Brazos Valley Economic Development Corporation - presented to FluxWorks, LLC

Award for Lifetime Business Achievement - sponsored by Anco - presented to Dudley Construction , LLC

We also extend our gratitude to our project partners the Mays Business School, the B/CS Chamber of Commerce, and to the event's financial underwriter, Anco Insurance

 
2023 Bryan Rotary 10 Announced!! Bunny Pratt 2023-06-28 05:00:00Z 0 Economic Development,Rotary,Small Business
Bryan Rotary 10 Awards-6/28/2023 Bunny Pratt 2023-03-22 05:00:00Z 0 Economic Development,Small Business,Vocational Service

2023 Rotary Community Grant Applications

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Bryan Rotary Community Grants

Bryan Rotary Club is currently accepting grant applications. Download Application for submission details. 

Submission Deadline: Monday, May 8, 2023
 

WHAT WE FUND

The Bryan Rotary Club will fund a total of $10,000 for local projects. Projects and programs should align with the goals of Rotary to enable Rotarians to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty. Projects should be sustainable and measurable.
 
For more information on Bryan Rotary Club Grants, contact Aron Collins (979-764-3076 or aroncollins@comfortkeepers.com) or James Edge (edgegop@gmail.com). 

 

2023 Rotary Community Grant Applications Aron Collins 2023-03-22 05:00:00Z 0
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2022 Field of Valor November 5 - 13

Posted by Shelley Nelson on Nov 04, 2022
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Join us as we SERVE, HONOR, and EDUCATE through our 1000 Flag Salute to Service during Veterans Week November 5-13, 2022.

Veterans Park is located at 3101 Harvey Rd, College Station, TX 77845.

Thanks to those of you who supported Bryan Rotary Club in this service project and fundraiser.  Flag grid locations are downloadable below and we will have a list onsite in the info box stands. 

2022 Flag Grid Locations by Honoree Last Name

2022 Flag Grid Locations by Donor Last Name

Printable certificate to notify your honoree

Section I=By Softball Field parking area
Section II=By Veterans Memorial parking area
Section III=By Harvey Road Fence line

 
 
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RYE 2022-2023 Charley Gilliland 2022-03-09 06:00:00Z 0
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2022 D5910 PolioPlus Challenge

 
A Simple act…
Can have an enormous effect.
 
EXCITING OFFER!!
 
Make a contribution of $100 or more to The Rotary Foundation for Polio Plus between now and May 31, 2022 and a matching donation will be made to Polio Plus thanks to two generous benefactors! (Matching funds up to $100,000 or until funds are depleted). PLEASE DONATE THROUGH MY.ROTARY.ORG TO ENSURE PROPER CREDIT.

BUT WAIT…THERE’S MORE!

You will receive RI Paul Harris Fellow matching points for your contribution and in addition (upon request) the benefactor will match your contribution with points (maximum 500 points per donor) and will transfer them to your member or club account.  Read more details...
2022 D5910 PolioPlus Challenge Bunny Pratt 2022-03-01 06:00:00Z 0

Bryan Rotary Blood Drive 

Bryan Rotary is hosting an American Red Cross blood drive during our Sweet Heart Luncheon February 9th, 2022. Be a sweetheart and donate! 
For more information and to schedule your appointment click HERE
 
Bryan Rotary Blood Drive AJ Renold 2022-02-09 06:00:00Z 0
Valentine Luncheon 2/9/2022 Bunny Pratt 2022-01-26 06:00:00Z 0

RI Convention in Houston June 4-8, 2022

 
Aron & Linnann Collins and Jason & Bunny Pratt attended the House of Friendship at the RI Convention in Hamburg Germany in 2019. 
EXPLORE | CREATE | CHANGE | INNOVATE | INSPIRE | SERVE
Rotary International Convention in Houston, Texas, June 4-8, 2022
 
No matter who you are or where you're from, you're bound to find inspirational moments throughout the convention. It's an experience unlike any other Rotary event and will renew your commitment to service and leadership. The convention program offers:
  • Lively Breakout Sessions
  • Vibrant General Sessions
  • The House of Friendship
  • Networking & Fellowship
 
Regular Registration
December 16, 2021 - March 31, 2022
Single Ticket: $575
 
Saturday (6/4/22) House of Friendship Only ticket = $60 (available via paper registration only)
 
Click here to purchase RI Convention tickets.
 
DISCOVER NEW HORIZONS
 
Who can attend the Rotary International Convention?

Registration is open to anyone interested in Rotary. See a full table of registration fees, registrant types, and what your registration includes.

Convention Center
George R. Brown Convention Center (GRB), 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, Texas 77010

 
RI Convention in Houston June 4-8, 2022 Bunny Pratt 2022-01-19 06:00:00Z 0
Facebook Live every Wednesday Bunny Pratt 2022-01-19 06:00:00Z 0

2021 Field of Valor November 6 - 14

Posted by Shelley Nelson on Nov 05, 2021
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Join us as we SERVE, HONOR, and EDUCATE through our 1000 Flag Salute to Service during Veterans Week November 6-14, 2021.

Veterans Park is located at 3101 Harvey Rd, College Station, TX 77845.

Thanks to those of you who supported Bryan Rotary Club in this service project and fundraiser.  Flag grid locations are downloadable below and we will have a list onsite in the info box stands. 

2021 Flag Grid Locations by Honoree Last Name

2021 Flag Grid Locations by Donor Last Name

Printable certificate to notify your honoree

Section I=By Softball Field parking area
Section II=By Veterans Memorial parking area
Section III=By Harvey Road Fence line

 
 
2021 Field of Valor November 6 - 14 Shelley Nelson 2021-11-05 05:00:00Z 0

Bryan Rotary Movie Social 11/9/21

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Bryan Rotarians and their guests are invited to a private movie showing of "Hell or High Seas" on Tuesday, November 9, from 6:00 - 8:00 pm, at Premiere Cinema Bryan. Click here to Pre-Register (seating is limited). The movie duration is 1 hour 45 minutes. 

Learn about the Local A&M Consolidated High School graduates behind the movie and watch the Trailer: https://www.hellorhighseas.com/

 
 

HELL OR HIGH SEAS follows U.S. Navy veteran Taylor Grieger and writer Stephen O’Shea as they embark on the adventure of a lifetime — sailing around Cape Horn, the world’s most treacherous ocean waters. The documentary is a moving portrait of a veteran using his own painful journey with PTSD to find healing for himself, and to pave a smoother path for veterans returning to civilian life. From director Glenn Holsten, producer Chayne Gregg, and executive producer Robert Irvine, HELL OR HIGH SEAS is an adventure film with a deep, universal message about perseverance and hope.


Questions? Contact Movie Event Host, Bunny Pratt, 979-571-9826, bunny@bcins.net

Bryan Rotary Movie Social 11/9/21 Bunny Pratt 2021-11-02 05:00:00Z 0

2021 Statue Match Challenge

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#TogetherWeLearn
 
Veterans Day is observed annually on November 11th to honor all the people who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Bryan Rotary supports education, so we are inviting 5th grade students in public school, private school, or homeschool, to walk through the American history trail at Veterans Park in College Station to see the statues and learn about what they represent from the historical information panels. 
  • MATCH each statue pictured on the activity form to what it represents at Veterans Park,
  • TAKE A PHOTO at Veterans Park of Student(s) with the form at any statue, historical brick, or in the field of flags.
  • EMAIL the verification photo to bryan.rotary@gmail.com with:
    • Group Photo(s) + 5th Grade Teacher Name + School Name, or
    • Individual Student Photo + Parent Name + Student Name + School Name
Submitted pictures may be posted on Bryan Rotary's social media sites with #TogetherWeLearn. Individual student entries will be eligible for a local gift card drawing.
 
The 5th Grade School Campus with the greatest participation will be eligible for a $500 education grant. All entries due by 11/17/2021. 
 
2021 Statue Match Challenge Bunny Pratt 2021-10-15 05:00:00Z 0 Adventure,History,Veterans
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Texas RoadRunners Hockey with Caleb Fitzpatrick AJ Renold 2021-07-07 05:00:00Z 0

2021 Bryan Rotary 10 Announced!!

Posted by Jennifer "Bunny" Pratt on Jun 23, 2021
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Bryan Rotary Club is proud to announce our 2021 Bryan Rotary 10 Award Winners! These companies represent the Top 10 Fastest Growing Small Businesses in Brazos County based on percentage of growth:

Click here for  2021 Winners Portfolio.

Bryan Rotary 10 - Business Winners

  1. Blackrock Builders, LP
  2. FrogSlayer, LLC
  3. CR Systems Inc.
  4. Impact Group Marketing
  5. SmartCompliance, Inc.
  6. Stafford Barrett Commercial Brokerage
  7. Singleton, Zimmer, Haliburton Architecture
  8. Water To Wine Productions
  9. FlagShip Custom Homes
  10. George's Paint and Body, LLC
Special recognition also went to:

Launch Award - sponsored by the Brazos Valley Economic Development Corporation - presented to Bondwell Technologies

Award for Lifetime Business Achievement - sponsored by Anco - presented to Sterling Auto Group

We also extend our gratitude to our project partners the Mays Business School, the B/CS Chamber of Commerce, and to the event's financial underwriter, Anco Insurance

 
 
2021 Bryan Rotary 10 Announced!! Jennifer "Bunny" Pratt 2021-06-23 05:00:00Z 0 Economic Development,Rotary,Small Business

Our FOV Fundraiser supports the community!

Posted by Bunny Pratt on Jun 21, 2021
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Support our Education initiatives by tagging a Flag for $50 in our annual Bryan Rotary Field of Valor - 1000 Flag Salute to Service, which is posted at Veterans Park in College Station each November.  Questions? Call or Text (979) 361-7992. Click here to Tag a Flag or become a Corporate Sign Sponsor.
Our FOV Fundraiser supports the community! Bunny Pratt 2021-06-21 05:00:00Z 0 First Responders,Healthcare Workers,Veterans,education
100th Anniversary 1921-2021 Bunny Pratt 2021-06-20 05:00:00Z 0

2021 Rotary 10 Luncheon Invitation

BRYAN ROTARY 10 

Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Hilton - College Station
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
 
Dr. Eli Jones
Speaker
Dean of Mays Business School at Texas A&M | Professor of Marketing | Lowry & Peggy Mays Eminent Scholar
Keynote speaker - Dr. Eli Jones
 
Presented by:
 


Individual tickets and tables are available in advance. The cost is $40 per person. 

 Join us in recognizing the 10 fastest growing local companies in the Brazos Valley. Come, celebrate with us when we announce the award winners at our lunch program, presented by Anco. Let's applaud the small companies that positively impact our economy! Reserve your seat to witness the reveal of the Anco Lifetime Achievement Award, the BV Economic Development Corporation Launch Award, and the Bryan Rotary 10 Winners. This year marks the 27th Anniversary of the Rotary 10 Awards! 
 

 
2021 Rotary 10 Luncheon Invitation Bunny Pratt 2021-06-02 05:00:00Z 0

Rotary Areas of Focus

The mission of The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International is to enable Rotarians to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty. 
Rotary Areas of Focus 2021-05-19 05:00:00Z 0

2021 Rotary Grant Application Now Available

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2021 Club Grant Application is Now Available for Local Projects!

The Bryan Rotary club will fund up to $10,000 for local projects. Projects and programs should align with the goals of Rotary that is to enable Rotarians to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty. Projects should be sustainable and measurable.

RESTRICTIONS

  1. A proposal should:
  1. Be from a 501(c)3 non-profit organization
  2. Be organized and managed by the applicant/organization
  3. Fill one or more major unmet community needs
  4. Be able to measure results of project
  1. Grant funds cannot be used for:
    1. The establishment of a foundation, permanent trust, or long-term interest-bearing account
    2. Debt retirement
    3. General operating expenses
    4. Purchase of land or buildings
    5. Fundraising activities
  2. If grants are not implemented within 12 months of receipt of funds, the grant will be canceled and the recipient will be required to return the funds.
To download the 2021 grant application, click here.
 
Grant Submission Deadline = May 7, 2021
 
**For more information on Bryan Rotary Club Grants, contact Aron Collins (979‐764‐3076 or aroncollins@comfortkeepers.com) or James Edge (edgegop@gmail.com). 
 
2021 Rotary Grant Application Now Available Aron Collins 2021-03-30 05:00:00Z 0

President's Day Flag delivery Cancelled

Posted on Feb 13, 2021
Due to the WINTER STORM WARNING in effect for our area between 9pm Saturday and 6pm Monday, our Monday, February 15 President's Day flag delivery has been cancelled.  Typically when there is a 60% or greater chance of rain during the delivery hours we will cancel for the safety of our volunteers.  We are all disappointed as we enjoy seeing the flags flying as much as our subscribers.  Stay warm and stay safe!
President's Day Flag delivery Cancelled Shelley Nelson 2021-02-13 06:00:00Z 0
Bryan Rotary Blood Drive Michelle Wagner-Yeatts 2020-11-12 06:00:00Z 0

2020 Field of Valor November 7 - 15

Posted by Shelley Nelson on Nov 06, 2020
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Join us as we SERVE, HONOR, and EDUCATE through our 1000 Flag Salute to Service during Veterans Week November 7-15, 2020.

Veterans Park is located at 3101 Harvey Rd, College Station, TX 77845.

Thanks to those of you who supported Bryan Rotary Club in this service project and fundraiser.  Flag grid locations are downloadable below and we will have a list onsite in the info box stands. 

2020 Flag Grid Locations by Honoree Name

2020 Flag Grid Locations by Donor Name

Printable certificate to notify your honoree

Section I=By Softball Field parking area
Section II=By Veterans Memorial parking area
Section III=By Harvey Road Fence line

 
 
2020 Field of Valor November 7 - 15 Shelley Nelson 2020-11-06 06:00:00Z 0

2020 Statue Match Challenge

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#TogetherWeLearn
 
Veterans Day is observed annually on November 11th to honor all the people who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Bryan Rotary supports education, so we are inviting students and their families to enjoy an outdoor Family Adventure together and walk through the American history trail at Veterans Park in College Station to see the statues and learn about what they represent from the historical information panels. All qualifying online picture posts during the Bryan Rotary Field of Valor Event week, November 7-15, 2020,  will be eligible for a drawing for local restaurant gift cards! Download the Statue Match Activity Form to participate. 
  • Match each statue picture to what it represents at Veterans Park
  • Post a photo of your family at Veterans Park
  • Tag photo with #TogetherWeLearn
TIP: Hover over QR code with your phone's camera to pop open the Facebook Event page to quickly post & tag!!
 
2020 Statue Match Challenge Bunny Pratt 2020-11-04 06:00:00Z 0 Adventure,History,Veterans

Rotary Youth Exchange Students Needed!

Thank you very much for your club’s strong support of the Rotary Youth Exchange Program and, in particular, for hosting inbound students in past years.
 
Due to the pandemic, at this time no one knows for sure if we will be able to have the exchange program in the school year 2021-22. To insure places for our own young people who want to study abroad as Rotary Youth Exchange Students in 2021-22, tentative agreements are already being made to host students coming here from other countries.  
 
In order for us to be prepared if exchanges do happen, we urgently need your assurance that your club will host again in the coming Rotary year. 
For high school age young people for whom it fits, it is truly the opportunity of a lifetime. It is an unparalleled way for young people to discover who they are, develop self-reliance, and while they are at it, to discover the world around them. They learn how the people of the world think and what they value – and they teach others about tFor high school age young people for whom it fits, it is truly the opportunity of a lifetime. It is an unparalleled way for young people to discover who they are, develop self-reliance, and while they are at it, to discover the world around them. They learn how the people of the world think and what they value – and they teach others about their own culture. But why should it matter to the rest of us? Learning how other people think and what they value is critical to solving the problems that face our communities and our world. What better way for a young future leader to get started on this task than to live in another culture for a school year – or even a few weeks – as a Rotary Youth Exchange Student.
Rotary Youth Exchange Students Needed! Charles Gilliland 2020-10-14 05:00:00Z 0

Message from Dr. Whitbeck 

Dear Bryan Rotarians,
 
Please see the attached FAQ regarding this year's proposed bond for Bryan ISD. Please know I am available to answer questions or concerns regarding the bond.
 
As part of House Bill 3 passed by the 86th Texas Legislature in 2019, all ballot language for school bond elections MUST include the statement, "This is a property tax increase." However, the Bryan ISD 2020 Bond will NOT increase the district's current tax rate.
 
(The current tax rate is $1.2325 and the tax rate with the 2020 Bond would be $1.2325.)
 
Thank you,
 
Christie Whitbeck, Ph.D. ~Aggie Class of 2011
Superintendent, Bryan ISD
 
Bryan ISD Essential 8 Trait for October: Tolerance
"Inner compassion and outer tolerance can easily make a new world, a better world."
~Sri Chinmoy
 

Children First, Always
Bryan ISD will provide positive educational experiences that ensure high school graduation and post-secondary success.

 
Message from Dr. Whitbeck  Christie Whitbeck 2020-10-14 05:00:00Z 0
Bryan Rotary Weekly Zoom In Bunny Pratt 2020-07-05 05:00:00Z 0
Our FOV Fundraiser supports the community! Bunny Pratt 2020-07-01 05:00:00Z 0 First Responders,Healthcare Workers,Veterans,education

Juneteenth - A Drive Through Celebration

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Saturday, June 13, 2020
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
1401 West Martin Luther King Jr Street
Bryan, TX 77803
 
A community event sponsored by:
The Carver Kemp Neighborhood Association in conjunction with Bryan Rotary Club and the American Red Cross Serving the Heart of Texas, and the Minority Economic Revitalization Council.
Click Here to volunteer to help distribute 400 pre-packaged meals and drinks. 
Event Details
 
 
Juneteenth - A Drive Through Celebration AJ Renold 2020-06-10 05:00:00Z 0

Together, We Honor

Rotary Field of Valor
Bryan Rotarians will be unable to deliver flags to homes and businesses for Memorial Day 2020 due to COVID concerns, but, we still want to honor the tradition and invite you to post remembrances or share your own flag photos on our Facebook Event page using the tag #TogetherWeHonor.

Click the link https://www.facebook.com/events/950681428703240/
and post a flag photo, story, or remembrance in Honor of the men and women who died serving our country.
 
Together, We Honor Bunny Pratt 2020-05-20 05:00:00Z 0 Honor,Memorial Day,Military

Community Blood Drive 3/28/2020

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Bryan Rotary is partnering with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive at the Red Cross office in Bryan (4244 Boonville Rd.) this Saturday, March 28th. As the Executive Director of the Heart of Texas Chapter of the American Red Cross, I am charged with ensuring our blood drives are safe and that we can continue to supply blood to our community and country regardless of natural disaster, warfare or pandemics. I am requesting assistance from my fellow Rotarians as I navigate this mission in unprecedented circumstances.
 
Disruptions to blood donations can lead to shortages and cause delays in essential medical care. As of Monday, 3/23/2020, about 7,000 blood drives, representing approximately 200,000 fewer blood donations, have been canceled in the U.S. due to COVID-19 concerns. As concerns about the coronavirus pandemic rise, you can help by simply communicating these vital messages to the public:
 
• Donating blood is a safe process and people should not be concerned about giving or receiving blood during this challenging time.
 
• More healthy donors are needed to give now to prevent a blood shortage.
 
• Keep scheduled blood drives, which will allow donors the opportunity to give blood. As an emergency preparedness organization, the Red Cross has also taken additional steps to ensure the safety of staff and donors at each Red Cross blood drive.
Community Blood Drive 3/28/2020 AJ Renold 2020-03-26 05:00:00Z 0 Blood Drive,Community Health

Bryan Rotary Club Meetings Suspended through April 1

Dear Rotarians,
 
As we all know, COVID-19 has us taking extra precautions in an effort to curb the onset of cases. In line with that objective, the board has voted to cancel our club meetings for the remainder of March and April 1.  
 
As you may have heard, there is a serious shortage of blood in the blood banks. No surprise, Rotarian AJ Renold and her team at the Red Cross have been working tirelessly to assemble a full team to be able to host a blood drive locally.
 
We will need 30 people who are able to donate blood to show up to donate on Saturday, March 28th. Further details on time and location will be forthcoming. In the meantime, please download the "Blood Donor American Red Cross" app to your phone so you can be prepared to give. Also, please encourage friends and family to do the same.
 
Rotarians, I'm so very honored to serve as your president and to call you friends. Should you have a need, please make it known to me so we can step up. We are the family of Rotary and we will get through this together.
 
Yours in Service,
 
Joan Quintana
2019-2020 President
Bryan Rotary Club
Bryan Rotary Club Meetings Suspended through April 1 Joan Quintana 2020-03-16 05:00:00Z 0

Rotary 10 Award Nominations Accepted

Posted by Joe Hill on Feb 26, 2020
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Click here for the online nomination form to identify a business eligible for the Bryan Rotary 10 Awards Program. Help us celebrate 27 years of honoring small businesses and watch the winners walk the blue carpet!

QUALIFICATIONS: 1) Independent, privately-held corporation, proprietorship or partnership that has been in business at least 5 years (franchises are not eligible); 2) Headquartered in Brazos County; 3) Sales of more than $50,000 but less than $25 million in fiscal 2014; 4) Five-year sales history (2015-2019) must show an increase from fiscal 2018-2019.

Click Here to see past winners and the history of the program.

For the 27th year, Bryan Rotary wants to recognize the 10 fastest growing privately owned small businesses in the Brazos Valley. Nominated companies will receive an application to submit their gross sales information. All submissions are confidential and only the percentage of sales growth is published for the winners. We need you to help identify every company that may be eligible for this prestigious awards program. 
 

And, Save the Date, June 17, 2020, for our Awards Luncheon when we will announce the 10 Fastest Growing Businesses in the Brazos Valley.

Bryan Rotary Clubs thanks ANCO insurance for underwriting the 2020 BRC10 Awards program and appreciates the ongoing partnership with the B/CS Chamber of Commerce and the Texas A&M Mays School of Business for their support and participation. 

Rotary 10 Award Nominations Accepted Joe Hill 2020-02-26 06:00:00Z 0 Economic Development,Rotary,Small Business

Bryan Rotary - 2020 Grant Applications Now Being Accepted

                                                                
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Bryan Rotary Club will award $10,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations in the Bryan-College Station area.  The grant program was created to fund projects and programs which align with the goals of Rotary to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty. The applicants must be a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, be organized and managed by the applicant/organization, fill one or more major unmet community needs and have measurable results.
 
The deadline for submitting an application is March 10, 2020, and the recipients will be notified on March 20, 2020.
 
For more information and to download the application form, click HERE.
Bryan Rotary - 2020 Grant Applications Now Being Accepted James Edge 2020-02-07 06:00:00Z 0 Rotary Grants,education,health,peace,poverty

2019 Field of Valor November 9-17

Posted by Shelley Nelson on Nov 09, 2019
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Join us as we SERVE, HONOR, and EDUCATE through our 1000 Flag Salute to Service during Veterans Week November 9-17, 2019.

Veterans Park is located at 3101 Harvey Rd, College Station, TX 77845.

Flag grid locations will be posted on Saturday and we will have a list onsite in the info box stands. 

2019 Flag Grid Locations by Honoree Name

2019 Flag Grid Locations by Donor Name

Printable certificate to notify your honoree

Section I=By Softball Field parking area
Section II=By Veterans Memorial parking area
Section III=By Harvey Road Fence line

 
 
2019 Field of Valor November 9-17 Shelley Nelson 2019-11-09 06:00:00Z 0
Give Where You Live 2019 Bunny Pratt 2019-10-22 05:00:00Z 0 Disease Management,Polio Awareness,Vaccinate,World Polio Day

Tag Two in Blue ~ Honoring Bryan Police Officers

Posted by Joan Quintana on Oct 17, 2019
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Tag #TwoInBlue and help show your support for our Local Bryan Police Department by sponsoring American flags in the Field of Valor to honor their vocation! This is a 2 for 1 offer! For a $50 donation, we will post flags in the names of two people who serve daily in the Bryan Police Department. We'll assign the Officer names to your tag, so just Click here to donate.
Tag Two in Blue ~ Honoring Bryan Police Officers Joan Quintana 2019-10-17 05:00:00Z 0
Our FOV Fundraiser supports the community! Bunny Pratt 2019-09-18 05:00:00Z 0

Rotary Tri-Club Picnic

Posted by Bunny Pratt on Sep 04, 2019
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ATTN: Aggieland Rotary, Bryan Rotary, & College Station Rotary

You are invited to our RotaryTri-Club Picnic Party with your family on Wednesday, September 11, 2019. Come and go between 4:00-8:00 pm.

This will be hosted outdoors on Dan Warden's property. Come by after school with your kids and grandkids for yard games and a kid friendly supper!

Bryan Rotary Club will provide hot dogs & chips with the fixins' along with Lemonade. You are welcome to bring a dessert or beverage of choice to share. We hope to see you all there as we connect with the Family of Rotary. Please RSVP so know whether to expect you.

If you have questions, call Dan Warden at 979-571-6577 or Aron Collins at 979-574-0667. 

#Connect #FamilyOfRotary #FunTimes

P.S. Dress is summer casual. There is a bathroom on site  wink.

Rotary Tri-Club Picnic Bunny Pratt 2019-09-04 05:00:00Z 0

2019 Bryan Rotary 10 Announced!!

Posted by Jennifer "Bunny" Pratt on Jun 26, 2019

Bryan Rotary Club is proud to announce our 2019 Bryan Rotary 10 Award Winners! These companies represent the Top 10 Fastest Growing Small Businesses in Brazos County based on percentage of growth:

Click here for  2019 Winners Portfolio.

Bryan Rotary 10 - Business Links:

  1. Capital Construction
  2. FrogSlayer, LLC
  3. Kellen Commercial Flooring, Inc.
  4. Zapalac Enterprises, Inc. dba Ecozapp
  5. Element Retirement & Investment Consultants
  6. Customer Impact, LLC
  7. Reece Homes, LLC
  8. Keystone Millwork
  9. America's Choice Roofing
  10. FlagShip Custom Homes
 

Special recognition also went to:

Launch Award - sponsored by the Brazos Valley Economic Development Corporation - presented to EVO Conversion Systems

Award for Lifetime Business Achievement - sponsored by Anco - presented to Allen Honda 

We regret that our Keynote Speaker, Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale (Gallery Furniture) was unable to attend due to a medical emergency. Please join us in wishing him a quick return to full health. 

 

We also extend our gratitude to our project partners the Mays Business School, the B/CS Chamber of Commerce, and to the event's financial underwriter, Anco Insurance

 

 
 
2019 Bryan Rotary 10 Announced!! Jennifer "Bunny" Pratt 2019-06-26 05:00:00Z 0 Economic Development,Rotary,Small Business
2019 Rotary 10 Luncheon Invitation Bunny Pratt 2019-05-21 05:00:00Z 0

Anco Lifetime Business Achievement Award Nominations Accepted until 4/12/19

Posted by Elena Scoggins
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Anco Lifetime Achievement Award

Click here for the online nomination form to recommend an established business for this special award. 

Only members of the Aggieland, Bryan and College Station Rotary Clubs may submit nominations.

This award is given annually to a Brazos County business that has successfully contributed to the quality of life of the community, has achieved a high level of success and respect in their industry and whose business philosophy is consistent with the Object of Rotary and/or the Rotary Four Way Test.
 
CRITERIA TO CONSIDER WHEN NOMINATING
The Business:
  • Must have a substantial presence in Brazos County,
  • Must have been operating in Brazos County for an extended time,
  • Should have had a positive economic impact on the community and/or provided job growth in the community.
-- Deadline to Nominate – April 12, 2019 --
 
Contact Elena Scoggins with any questions: sanele1213@gmail.com or 979-218-1642. 
Anco Lifetime Business Achievement Award Nominations Accepted until 4/12/19 Elena Scoggins 2019-03-13 05:00:00Z 0

Rotary 10 Award Nominations Accepted 2/27/19-3/27/19

Posted by Joe Hill on Feb 27, 2019
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Click here for the online nomination form to identify a business eligible for the Bryan Rotary 10 Awards Program. Help us celebrate 26 years of honoring small businesses and watch the winners walk the blue carpet!

QUALIFICATIONS: 1) Independent, privately-held corporation, proprietorship or partnership that has been in business at least 5 years (franchises are not eligible); 2) Headquartered in Brazos County; 3) Sales of more than $50,000 but less than $25 million in fiscal 2014; 4) Five-year sales history (2014-2018) must show an increase from fiscal 2017-2018.

Click Here to see past winners and the history of the program.

For the 26th year, Bryan Rotary wants to recognize the 10 fastest growing privately owned small businesses in the Brazos Valley. Nominated companies will receive an application to submit their gross sales information. All submissions are confidential and only the percentage of sales growth is published for the winners. We need you to help identify every company that may be eligible for this prestigious awards program. 
 

And, Save the Date, June 26, 2018, for our Awards Luncheon when we will announce the 10 Fastest Growing Businesses in the Brazos Valley.

Bryan Rotary Clubs thanks ANCO insurance for underwriting the 2019 BRC10 Awards program and appreciates the ongoing partnership with the B/CS Chamber of Commerce and the Texas A&M Mays School of Business for their support and participation. 

Rotary 10 Award Nominations Accepted 2/27/19-3/27/19 Joe Hill 2019-02-27 06:00:00Z 0 Economic Development,Rotary,Small Business

Bryan Rotary Grant Applications Now Being Accepted

                                                                
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Bryan Rotary club will fund a total of $10,000 for local projects. Projects and programs should align with the goals of Rotary to enable Rotarians to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty. Projects should be sustainable and measurable.  Deadline to submit is March 12.
 
For more information and to download the application form, click HERE.
Bryan Rotary Grant Applications Now Being Accepted Penny King 2019-02-13 06:00:00Z 0

2018 Field of Valor November 10-18

Posted by Shelley Nelson on Nov 09, 2018
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Join us as we SERVE, HONOR, and EDUCATE in our 1000 Flag Salute to Service during Veterans Week November 10-18, 2018, at Veterans Park in College Station.

Flag grid locations are posted and we will have a list onsite in the info box stands. 

2018 Flag Grid Locations by Honoree Name

2018 Flag Grid Locations by Donor Name

Printable certificate to notify your honoree

Section I=By Softball Field parking area
Section II=By Veterans Memorial parking area
Section III=By Harvey Road Fence line

 
 
2018 Field of Valor November 10-18 Shelley Nelson 2018-11-09 06:00:00Z 0

FOV Virtual Field Trip

Posted by Bunny Pratt
Take time November 10-18 to walk through the Field of Valor virtual field trip at Veterans Park. It's geared towards 5th grade students to #Inspire experiential learning. Look for the signs posted at 10 history stations located along the memorial trail. Start at the flag field closest to the softball parking lot with a pledge to the American flag and end with a moment of silence at the War on Terror monument featuring a piece of the World Trade Centers from the 9/11 attack. Click the YouTube playlist below for short video clips provided by Mr. Pratt (A&M Consolidated US History and Economics teacher) and download or print the script booklet to read about the 10 history stations.
 
 
 
 
FOV Virtual Field Trip Bunny Pratt 2018-11-08 06:00:00Z 0

FOV 2018 - Serve | Honor | Educate

Posted by Bunny Pratt on Jul 15, 2018
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Tag a flag in the 2018 Bryan Rotary Field of Valor Display! For a $50 donation, a 3'x5' American Flag on a 10' pole will be tagged with your name and your Honoree's information. 
 
 
For Veterans Week 2018, November 11-18, the Bryan Rotary Club will setup our 7th Annual Field of Valor - 1000 Flag Salute to Service. The Bryan Rotary Field of Valor exists to SERVE the community through funds raised, to HONOR our military, veterans, and first-responders who serve selflessly, and to EDUCATE students through scholarships and Teacher mini-grants. Thank you for your support!
 
FOV 2018 - Serve | Honor | Educate Bunny Pratt 2018-07-15 05:00:00Z 0

2018 Bryan Rotary 10 Announced!!

Posted on Jul 11, 2018
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Bryan Rotary Club is proud to announce our 2018 Bryan Rotary 10 Award Winners! These companies represent the Top 10 Fastest Growing Small Businesses in Brazos County based on percentage of growth:

Click for Winners Portfolio

Bryan Rotary 10:

  1. Sunspace Texas Company
  2. JackRabbit Manufacturing & Powder Coating
  3. FrogSlayer, LLC
  4. Element Retirement & Investment Consultants
  5. Zapalac Enterprises, LLC dba Ecozapp
  6. TM5 Properties
  7. Village Foods & Pharmacy
  8. BVP Management, Inc.
  9. CEO Technologies
  10. Keystone Millwork

Special recognition also went to:

Launch Award - presented to G-Con Manufacturing Inc. presented by the Brazos Valley Economic Development Corporation

Award for Lifetime Business Achievement - presented to Smith Dairy Queens presented by Anco 

Special thanks to our Keynote Speaker, Tommy Williams (Senior Advisor for Fiscal Affairs - Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott), our project partners the Mays Business School, the B/CS Chamber of Commerce, and to the event's financial underwriter, Anco Insurance

 

 
2018 Bryan Rotary 10 Announced!! Jennifer "Bunny" Pratt 2018-07-11 05:00:00Z 0

Flags Across Bryan 2018

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Subscription renewals for Flags Across Bryan are due by Feb 7 to guarantee delivery on Presidents Day!
The cost is $50 per flag/per year. We deliver on 5 designated holidays. 
 
Reserve your flag online: Click Here
 
(pay by credit card or mail in a check to: Bryan Rotary Club, C/O Flags, PO Box 2760, Bryan, TX 77805-2760)
 
We deliver within the red boundary line. 
Flags Across Bryan 2018 Shelley Nelson 2018-01-15 06:00:00Z 0

FOV Sponsors 2017 | Thank You!

Posted on Nov 12, 2017
Please join us in thanking our generous sponsors! 
 
The funds and services donated help honor veterans, active military, & first responders, and support our key education initiatives including teacher mini-grants, community grants, and student scholarships.
 
 
 
FOV Sponsors 2017 | Thank You! Bunny Pratt 2017-11-12 06:00:00Z 0

2017 Field of Valor November 4-12

Posted by Shelley Nelson on Nov 03, 2017
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Join us as we SERVE, HONOR, and EDUCATE in our 1000 Flag Salute to Service during Veterans Week November 4-12, 2017, at Veterans Park in College Station.

Flag grid locations are posted and we will have a list onsite in the info box stands. 

2017 Flag Grid Locations by Honoree Name

2017 Flag Grid Locations by Donor Name

Printable certificate to notify your honoree

Section I=By Softball Field parking area
Section II=By Veterans Memorial parking area
Section III=By Harvey Road Fence line

 
 
2017 Field of Valor November 4-12 Shelley Nelson 2017-11-03 05:00:00Z 0
World Polio Day - October 24 Bunny Pratt 2017-10-24 05:00:00Z 0

FOV 2017: Volunteers Needed

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Please join the Bryan Rotary Club to help post flags for our Field of Valor Project - A 1000 Flag Salute to Service.
Click the link to see the volunteer dates. We are looking for 50-75 volunteers.
 
 
[Note: There will not be hosted field trips this year]
FOV 2017: Volunteers Needed 2017-10-17 05:00:00Z 0

FOV 2017: Serve | Honor | Educate

Posted by Bunny Pratt on Jun 23, 2017
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FOV Flag Reservations are closed for 2017.
Tag a flag in the 2017 Bryan Rotary Field of Valor Display! For a $50 donation, a 3'x5' American Flag on a 10' pole will be tagged with your Honoree's information. 
 
 
For Veterans Week 2017, November 4-12, the Bryan Rotary Club will setup our 6th Annual Field of Valor - a patriotic display of 1000 American flags in Veterans Park. The primary purposes of the FOV are to raise funds to SERVE the community, to HONOR our military, veterans, and first-responders who serve selflessly, and to EDUCATE students through scholarships and Teacher mini-grants. Thank you for your support!
 
 
 
 
 
FOV 2017: Serve | Honor | Educate Bunny Pratt 2017-06-23 05:00:00Z 0

2017 Bryan Rotary 10 Announced!!

Posted on Jun 14, 2017
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Bryan Rotary Club is proud to announce our 2017 Bryan Rotary 10 Award Winners! These companies represent the Top 10 Fastest Growing Small Businesses in Brazos County based on percentage of growth:

2017 Bryan Rotary 10 Winners

 

 

  1. Rechargeable Battery Technology dba Exothermix
  2. A Brush Above Services, LLC
  3. The Barracks Construction Group, LLC
  4. FrogSlayer, LLC
  5. Zapalac Enterprises, LLC dba Ecozapp
  6. America's Choice Roofing
  7. Computers, Electronics, Office Etc.
  8. Renner Chiropractic
  9. Bombers Baseball, LP
  10. Magruder Homes, LP

We also recognized Fries Financial Services for the Anco Award for Lifetime Business Achievement.

Special thanks to our Keynote Speaker, Brad Napp (Small Business Advocate - Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott), our project partners the Mays Business School, the B/CS Chamber of Commerce, and to the event's financial underwriter, Anco Insurance

VIEW FULL WINNERS PORTFOLIO

2017 Bryan Rotary 10 Announced!! Jennifer "Bunny" Pratt 2017-06-14 05:00:00Z 0

Rotary Supports Students!

Congratulations to the 2017 Scholarship Winners from Bryan High School and Bryan Collegiate High School!! Each student will receive a $2000 award upon enrollment at the college of their choice.
Rotary Supports Students! Bunny Pratt 2017-05-17 05:00:00Z 0

Rotary 10 Luncheon

Posted by Bunny Pratt
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Bryan Rotary 10 Business Performance Awards
Luncheon
Wednesday, June 14, 2017
12:00 - 1:30 pm
College Station Hilton
 
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Brad Napp, Small Business Advocate, Office of the Governor
 
For Registration Assistance, contact Stephanie Simpson at sgs0224@verizon.net or 979.693.0523,  or Bunny Pratt at 979.571.9826, bunny@bcins.net
 
Individual Tickets are $40. Tables of 8 are available. Pre-payment is required. Reservation deadline is Friday, 6/9/17. Please include the first & last name of each attendee when you register. 
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Rotary Supports Teachers!

Bryan Rotary Club is proud to provide grants to Bryan area teachers and awarded $10,494.28 this year. Congratulations to the 2016-2017 Grant recipients!!
 
Rotary Supports Teachers! Bunny Pratt 2017-04-26 05:00:00Z 0

Presidents Day Flag delivery Cancelled

Posted on Feb 20, 2017
Due to thunderstorms the President's Day flag delivery 2/20/17 has been cancelled. 
Typically when there is a 60% or greater chance of rain during the delivery hours we will cancel for the safety of our volunteers.
Presidents Day Flag delivery Cancelled Fred Paine 2017-02-20 06:00:00Z 0

Rotary 10 Award Nominations Accepted 2/15 - 3/15

Posted on Feb 15, 2017
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Click here for the online nomination form to identify a business eligible for the Bryan Rotary 10 Awards Program. Nominations accepted February 15 through March 15, 2017.

Nomination Form

QUALIFICATIONS: 1) Independent, privately-held corporation, proprietorship or partnership that has been in business at least 5 years (franchises are not eligible); 2) Headquartered in Brazos County; 3) Sales of more than $50,000 but less than $25 million in fiscal 2012; 4) Five-year sales history (2011-2015) must show an increase from fiscal 2015-2016.

Click Here to see past winners and the history of the program.

Rotary 10 Award Nominations Accepted 2/15 - 3/15 Hayden Riley 2017-02-15 06:00:00Z 0

2017 Club Grants Now Available

2017 Club Grants Now Available for Local Projects!

 
The Bryan Rotary club will fund up to $10,000 for local projects. Projects and programs should align with the goals of Rotary that is to enable Rotarians to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty. Projects should be sustainable and measurable.

RESTRICTIONS

  1. A proposal should:
  1. Be from a 501(c)3 non-profit organization
  2. Be organized and managed by the applicant/organization
  3. Fill one or more major unmet community needs
  4. Be able to measure results of project
  1. Grant funds cannot be used for:
    1. The establishment of a foundation, permanent trust, or long-term interest-bearing account
    2. Debt retirement
    3. General operating expenses
    4. Purchase of land or buildings
    5. Fundraising activities
To download an application, click here
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We Want Your Blood! Charley Gilliland 2017-01-05 06:00:00Z 0

Habitat House Dedication

Cathy Hastedt, Bryan Rotary Club President for 2015-2016 was proud to present the keys to the Garcia Family for their brand new home!!
 
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2012 Bryan Rotary Benefit Dinner 2/13/12 Jennifer "Bunny" Pratt 2012-01-22 00:00:00Z 0
We are This Close to Ending Polio Jennifer "Bunny" Pratt 2011-10-20 00:00:00Z 0
Embracing Technology Jennifer "Bunny" Pratt 2011-09-07 00:00:00Z 0

Blood Drive nets 36 Units!

Posted by Jennifer "Bunny" Pratt on Aug 02, 2011

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At our Blood Drive on Wednesday, August 3, twenty-three Qualifying Donors contributed 36 Units of Blood which doubled the totals from our January drive. This impressive result occurred because so many donors volunteered to do automated donations through the apheresis machines. A special thanks to the many Bryan & Aggieland Rotarians who took time to donate and especially to Charles Gilliland for coordinating the drive! Check out the video link and we hope you can join us in January 2012 at our next blood drive. 

https://dl-web.dropbox.com/get/Rotary/Blood%20Drive%20Aug%203%2C%202011-Display.m4v?w=1533dd15 

 

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Bryan Rotary Club - 3 Year Plan

Posted by Jennifer "Bunny" Pratt on Jul 05, 2011
Over the past several months the officers, board of directors and several interested members of the Bryan Rotary Club have undertaken a three year strategic planning process. The three outcome goals from this process were recently presented to the club.  As a result of this planning process, the Bryan Rotary Club will focus on achieving the following goals during the period of 2011-2013:
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Udaipur, India - Rotary Club flag exchange Gary Flenniken 2011-06-28 00:00:00Z 0
Quote of the Week - Who Said It? Bruce G. Norton 2011-03-22 00:00:00Z 0
Thought for the Week - Who Said It? Bruce G. Norton 2011-03-22 00:00:00Z 0
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