Rotary Club of Palatine accepts 2024 allocation applications

The Rotary Club of Palatine is currently accepting applications from local community organizations for possible donations from the club as part of their annual allocation program.

Organizations applying for funding from the Rotary Club of Palatine should support the Palatine community directly and be tax exempt under Section 501(C)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. All applications will be considered for funding, but funding is not guaranteed. Money to be distributed was raised during the 2023 Oktoberfest celebration held the weekend of September 15th through the 17th in downtown Palatine.

“We had an excellent Oktoberfest this year allowing us to meaningfully support organizations that serve the people of our community,” said Melissa Gardner, President of the Rotary Club of Palatine. “It’s a great feeling to be part of an organization that can give back so much, especially when so many families and individuals are in need of assistance.”

Rotary must receive applications from organizations interested in a charitable allocation no later than January 15, 2024. Applications are available at the Rotary Club of Palatine’s web site at palatinerotary.org. Applications can be emailed to allocations@palatinerotary.org. Printed copies can be mailed to Rotary Club of Palatine Allocation Committee PO Box 412 Palatine, IL 60078.

Gardner encourages interested men and women of the Palatine community to learn more about Rotary. “Those interested in joining our dynamic service organization are welcome to come and hear more about the good work that Rotary does both in our community and around the globe at one of our weekly meetings,” said Gardner. “If you would like to attend a meeting, please email us at info@palatinerotary.org and we’ll provide the details.”

Rotary is a worldwide organization of business and professional leaders that provides humanitarian service, encourages high ethical standards in all vocations, and helps build goodwill and peace in the world. The Rotary Club of Palatine represents a cross-section of the community's business and professional men and women. The Rotary motto is “Service Above Self.”

The Rotary Club of Palatine starting January 2nd meets every Tuesday at 7:30 AM at Annie's Restaurant and Pancake House at 154 West Northwest Highway in Palatine. For more information, visit the club at PalatineRotary.org or facebook.com/Rotary-Club-of-Palatine-57707637615/.