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F or many, Horizon West is the ideal place to live, to
raise a family, to work and to enjoy a healthy and
uplifting lifestyle. Yes, that's right – an uplifting
lifestyle. When I think about our local community, I see
a way of life that inspires happiness, optimism, and hope.
A group of individuals who share this sentiment took
action to bring an international organization that
shares the same vision right here to our community. This
is how the Rotary Club of Horizon West was born.
WHAT IS ROTARY CLUB?
Rotary International is a global network of 1.2 million
neighbors, friends, leaders and problem-solvers
who see a world where people unite and take action
to create lasting change – across the globe, in our
communities, and in ourselves. Founded in 1905 by
Chicago attorney Paul Harris, Rotary was created
so professionals with diverse backgrounds could
exchange ideas and form meaningful, lifelong
friendships. The purpose transformed over time into
one of seeking opportunities to help in humanitarian
efforts across the world with efforts such as promoting
peacebuilding and helping to eradicate polio.
SERVICE ABOVE SELF
"Service Above Self" is a theme that encompasses the
objective of our group, which started here with nine
individuals who wanted to make a difference. During
the process of discovering the needs and wants of
our neighbors, it became obvious that many others
were seeking a similar experience and opportunity to
serve. From the original nine, we grew to more than
sixty members quickly, and in May 2019, the Rotary
Club of Horizon West became a reality.
In just over one year, our Rotary club has served many
through initiatives and partnerships with organizations
including: An Apple a Day, The Gina McReynolds
Foundation, Bears Who Care, Gift of Swimming, Miles
to Go, Habitat for Humanity, One Heart for Women and
Children, Cast Member Pantry, and Maxey Elementary
School in Winter Garden.
If you are seeking opportunities to make an impact
in our community, the Rotary Club is a great place to
start. We meet twice monthly at lunchtime where we
learn from guest speakers, share ideas and network.
By participating in the variety of committees and on
available projects, we work together to impact the lives
of many.
NEXT ON THE HORIZON...
Next on the horizon is a new, community impact
program designed to make sure our immediate
neighbors are being cared for in their time of need, no
matter what that may entail. Through the up-andcoming
Rotary Cares program, individuals can nominate
a community member in need of assistance, and
Rotary Club of Horizon West will answer the call.
Whether the request is to build a wheelchair
ramp in a home, assist with financial planning,
or anything in between. Rotary members will
use their talents, connections, and circle of
influence to provide aid on a personal level,
neighbor to neighbor.
If you live or work in Horizon West
and are ready to take action to
make a difference, check out
Rotary Club of Horizon West.
I promise you will be part
of something great!
by Francisco
Nieves-Taranto
Learn more and get involved today:
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