The Rotary Club of Arnprior Charitable Trust

The Rotary Club of Arnprior Charitable Trust is a Canadian nonprofit organization registered under the business number 888845591RR0001. It operates as a registered charity under the regulations of the Canada Revenue Agency, engaging in community service and charitable initiatives primarily based in the Arnprior area of Ontario.

History and Purpose

The Trust is affiliated with the Rotary Club of Arnprior, a local chapter of Rotary International. Its mission is to support community development and global humanitarian efforts through fundraising and volunteer activities. It focuses on education, health, and social welfare programs to make a positive impact both locally and internationally.

Key Activities and Programs

• Support for Local Education: Since 2016, the organization has provided illustrated dictionaries to Grade 3 students in multiple schools across Arnprior, including AJ Charbonneau, Alexander XXIII, McNab, St Joseph's, and Walter Zadow. This initiative promotes literacy by giving students free access to educational resources to use in school and at home.

• Arnprior Blood Donor Clinic Sponsorship: The Trust supports the local blood donor clinic to facilitate blood donations and ensure community health needs are met.

• PolioPlus Program: The Rotary Club of Arnprior Charitable Trust contributes to the global Rotary PolioPlus campaign aimed at the worldwide eradication of polio, supporting immunization efforts and public awareness campaigns.

• Children’s Summer Programs at Arnprior Library: The Trust provides funding for summer reading and educational programs for children at the Arnprior Library, fostering literacy and lifelong learning.

Events

The Trust organizes events to raise awareness and funds for its causes. For example, it holds informational sessions about polio eradication, featuring guest speakers such as Dr. Akmal Samsor, and shares experiences from Rotarians involved in immunization campaigns in India. These events often include opportunities for community members to donate and receive charitable receipts.

Governance

The organization is managed by elected officers from the Rotary Club of Arnprior, including positions such as president, president-elect, treasurer, and other key roles overseeing club foundation activities and public image. Meetings are regularly held to coordinate charitable projects and engage members in service activities.

Fundraising and Donations

Donations to the Rotary Club of Arnprior Charitable Trust are accepted via secure platforms and are tax-deductible in accordance with Canadian charity laws. The Trust emphasizes efficient use of funds to maximize community benefit and support for its various programs.

The Rotary Club of Arnprior Charitable Trust exemplifies Rotary’s commitment to service above self, leveraging local volunteer energy to effect change in education, health, and humanitarian aid both locally and globally.