K-12 education in the U.S. is truly in a state of crisis. Globally, among the 38 countries in the OECD, the US ranks 13th in reading, 18th in science, and an egregious 37th in math. Michigan is in the bottom 14% of all states, ranked 44th. This is not acceptable. To improve our ranking, there […]

Sakuji Tanaka was the President of Rotary International in 2012-13. In addition to his Rotary Service, he served as the Chairman of the Daika Company and President of the National Household Papers Distribution Association of Japan. When Tanaka was President-Elect, he published “100 Hints on How to Strengthen Rotary Clubs.” Here, I offer ten of those hints. […]

President Dawn  called Ann Arbor Rotary’s final 2025 meeting  to order at 12:25 p.m. 78 members were in attendance in the Anderson Room, along with 11 guests. 11 members attended the meeting via Zoom. Shelly McMillan shared inspirational quotes about the new year, including messages from Oprah Winfrey, JP Morgan, TS. Elliott, and Alfred Lloyd […]

The “One Big Beautiful Bill” (H.R. 1)  introduced significant changes to the U.S. tax code, and these reforms affect both individual and corporate giving incentives. Understanding these changes is crucial for donors looking to maximize their impact and for non-profits seeking to adapt their fundraising strategies. We’ll explore the key provisions, their projected effects, and […]

Hey ROTARIANS: When you are ready to change out your kitchen stove, hot water heater or HVAC systems, or improve your home insulation, you can go Green AND save money. There is no longer a “Green Premium” for climate conscious actions, but market prices are coming down anyway. AND there are also rebates available locally. […]

Click here for our Program and Event Schedule covering December through February. It includes a range of luncheon speakers, social events, and service projects. Please use it for your planning and for inviting guests to join us. Contact John White with updates, corrections or suggestions.

In July of 2025 the Service Above Self Committee met and evaluated applications for a Rotary Scholarship to Washtenaw Community College (WCC) from 34 candidates. These applicants must have a financial need as determined by WCC. Led by our chairman Christopher Lemon and committee members Don Deatrick, Jennifer Richard, Carolina Typaldos, Ella Dunajsky, and Larry […]

President Dawn Johnson opened today’s meeting with ringing the bell, and Jody Tull de Salis accompanied our club on piano as we sang our National Anthem. Together, 81 Rotarians (10 via Zoom) and six guests, recited the 4-way test. Linda Wallis shared what has been inspiring, helping her to focus in the moment, and maintaining […]

Working with global partners, the Ann Arbor Rotary Club International Humanitarian Projects Committee (IHPC) made a meaningful, measurable impact throughout the 2024-2025 Rotary year, accomplishing our mission of service, sustainability, and international goodwill. IHPC invested in health access, women’s and children’s services, education, and essential infrastructure. These efforts provided direct benefit to vulnerable populations across […]

Past President Ingrid Sheldon’s husband Cliff passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 8 2025 – of a tired heart. One of Cliff’s favorite movies was “It’s a Wonderful Life” starring his distant relative, Jimmy Stewart. Cliff felt he had a wonderful life starting with his very special and loving wife Ingrid, daughter Amy […]