Casey Brown • March 6, 2024

March 6, 2024 - Recap of Horizon West Rotary Luncheon

HAPPY DOLLARS
Happy dollars always kick us off on a positive note as members and guests share something they are currently happy about! On March 6th, the funds from today's collection was donated to go towards the Rotary Club Millions Meals Program!


GUEST SPEAKER
ELIZABETH WATKINS

Senior Manager, Government Relations 

Walt Disney World Resort


Elizabeth Watkins, Senior Manager of Government Relations at Walt Disney World Resort helped us understand the details of the housing project planned in Horizon West at Hartzog Road and Avalon Road.


She shared that o address the critical need for affordable housing, Walt Disney World is dedicating nearly 80 acres of land for a new housing community in Central Florida. In collaboration with a renowned developer, The Michaels Organization, we envision a place where cost-burdened renters can focus on their personal growth and prosperity by gaining access to affordable housing. By alleviating the weight of escalating housing costs, we hope to give residents the relief they need to prioritize resources necessary to thrive, like food, medication, car payments, childcare and more.

Learn more about Teen Challenge Southeast Region Orlando on their website and Facebook page.

WEBSITE: https://disneyconnect.com/disneyworld/affordable-housing/

UPCOMING EVENTS
2024 Golf Tournament Fundraiser

Friday May 10, 2024
Location: Orange County National Golf Course


Monthly Social

Wednesday March 27, 2024 • 5:30pm - right after our board meeting
Location: Lime Fresh


Monthly Board Meeting

Wednesday March 27, 2024 • 4pm - just before our social!
Location: Lime Fresh
All members are invited

REMINDER OF THE ONGOING CHALLENGE TO OUR CURRENT MEMBERS

Our District Governor Andres Goyanes' challenged us to the 4 Way Challenge so we are ramping up our efforts to invite others to come check out our club:


1) a Family Member

2) a Friend

3) a Co-worker

4) a Customer 


And if you can't find one of them to come, ask a Veteran or a First Responder.

Horizon West Rotary donates $2,500 to Matthew’s Hope Ministries

April 14, 2025
At Horizon West Rotary, one of our core values is supporting those who are making a real difference in the lives of others. We believe that when we come together as a community, we can uplift and empower those who need it most—and the organizations that serve them. One group that truly embodies this spirit is Matthew’s Hope Ministries . When the temperatures dropped earlier this year and many in our area were struggling to stay warm and safe, Matthew’s Hope didn’t hesitate. They stepped up in a big way, providing shelter, supplies, and support to over 100 individuals experiencing homelessness. Their dedication and compassion during such a critical time was nothing short of inspiring. As a club, we knew we wanted to do more than just say “thank you.” We wanted to take action. That’s why we’re proud to stand beside Matthew’s Hope Ministries and lend our support to the amazing work they do every day. When people care enough to make a difference, it deserves to be recognized—and reinforced by a community that believes in them. Together, we’re building a stronger, more compassionate Horizon West.

Rotary Club of Horizon West Partners with Observer for The Reading Reindeer Book Drive

November 14, 2024
Give the gift of reading this holiday season by donating new books for children from birth to age 17 now thru December 4th to The Reading Reindeer, returning for its 27th year to put books into the hands of local children. We at the Rotary Club of Horizon West have partnered with Observer this year, and are collecting books at our upcoming November 20th and December 4th meetings. Other Horizon West donation sites include, Sunset Park Elementary School and Bridgewater Middle School. Monetary donations made out to Reading Reindeer can also be mailed to the Observer Media Group office at 661 Garden Commerce Parkway, Suite #180, Winter Garden, Florida 34787.

Rotary Club of Horizon West Honored with Prestigious Awards

June 13, 2024
Rotary Club of Horizon West Honored with Prestigious Awards 2024
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