HOULTON, Maine – Steven Fitzpatrick, incoming Rotary President for 2022-2023, recently announced that the club is now accepting project funding requests for the upcoming year.
All requests should include a short explanation of the groups’ project, the amount requested, and for whom the project will benefit.
“Our goal is to donate $30,000 this year to local projects, funded by the Rotary Auction and other Rotary fundraisers,” Fitzpatrick said.
Past projects have included the Just for Kids Playground, Houlton Riverfront Project, Northern Maine Soap Box Derby, Houlton Amphitheater, Cary Library, Northern Maine Lacrosse Club, Jobs for Maine’s Graduates, Houlton Elementary School Basketball Court, Putnam House: A Center for Seniors, Temple Cinema free matinee, The Salvation Army Houlton utility trailer, Houlton Area Little League, Adopt-a-Block of Aroostook, Houlton Area Backpacks for Kids, Aid for Kids, McGill’s Community Band, and many more.
“The Houlton Rotary Club has served the community for over 100 years.,” Fitzpatrick said. “We invite everyone with a passion for service to become a member. You can find more information at www.HoultonRotary.org or on our Facebook page.”
All requests should be submitted prior to June 21. Please mail requests to Houlton Rotary Club, P.O. Box 425, Houlton, Maine 04730 attn: Steven Fitzpatrick, or email them to steven.fitzpatrick@fapeabody.com or info@houltonrotary.org.
