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Rotarians are people from all walks of life who want to make positive changes in their community and the world. Our Club members are dedicated people who share a passion for community service and friendship, and also enjoy being a part of global initiatives like the eradication of polio, clean water resources, support for mental health, and education - local projects and a global impact. Becoming a Rotarian connects you with a diverse group of folks who share your desire to give back.

Our motto is SERVICE ABOVE SELF!

Brookings Rotary Club Announces Scholarship Winners

Zimmerman Highlights Summer Events, Veterans Memorial and Park Improvements in Brookings

Brookings Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Director Kristen Zimmerman

Brookings Rotary Honors Late Member Amy Pedersen with Posthumous Paul Harris Fellow Recognition

Bryan Pedersen accepting the Paul Harris Fellow Award on behalf of his late wife, Amy.

Brookings Rotary Club Hosts Alzheimer’s Association Presentation on Awareness, Research and Resources

Kris Ponto, Community Volunteer, SD Alzheimer’s Association and

Michelle Kutner, State Program Director, SD Alzheimer’s Association

V.J. Smith authors new book featuring “The Greatest Generation”

Brookings Rotary Member Shares Powerful Story from International Wheelchair Distribution Mission

Madison, SD, Rotarian Scott Parsley

Thomson Begins Term as President

Past President Jen Olson turns the gavel over to Ginger Thomson, Brookings Rotary Club's new interim president.

Tschetter Awarded for Paul Harris Fellow Plus 4

Brookings Rotary President Ginger Thomson presented Wes Tschetter with his Paul Harris Fellow Plus 4 pin.

2026 Legislative Preview

Brookings Rotary Club hears 2026 Legislative Preview

from State Representative Roger DeGroot

Strommen Receives New Member Plaque

President Victoria Blatchford Presents a 4-Way Test Plaque to New Member David Strommen

The Tradition of SDSU's McCrory Gardens

Lisa Marotz, McCrory Gardens' Director of Operations

SD Art Museum's Statewide Impact

Donna Merkt, SD Art Museum Director

Madrigal Singers Provide Magical Program

SDSU Madrigal Choir

State Lobbyist Emphasizes Trust, Integrity

Matt Krogman, Lobbyist

New Members Welcomed!

3D Tactile Art Exhibit

Ismael Collazo

Veteran journalist introduces new Brookings Beacon newspaper to Rotary Club

Josh Linehan, Founder/Owner, Brookings Beacon

Brookings Area United Way

Randy Grimsley, Brookings Area United Way

Brookings Rotarians Volunteer for Brookings Marathon

Wake Up Wednesday Supports Polio Eradication

Welcome to our Club!

We meet In Person & Online

Tuesdays at 12:00 PM

American Legion Building

1229 Western Avenue
Brookings, SD 57006
United States of America

RSVP by emailing Club President Jennifer Olson at jennifer.olson@ebankstar.bank. Our meetings and programs are currently being conducted via a hybrid system in person and via Zoom. Access opens 15 minutes early for a social time of sharing.

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