Since 1921 we have experienced the invention of the television to the invention of the smartphone. The polio vaccine was invented and women fought and won their right to vote. And 100 years later we witnessed the election of a woman of color as vice president.
Many changes in society and advancements in technology have occurred in the last 100 years, but one thing hasn't changed and that is the importance of truth and how to treat our fellow human beings.
The Rotary Club of Tucson is celebrating its 100th anniversary and members continue to put service above self and ascribe to and live by the Four-Way Test:
- Is it the truth?
- Is it fair for all concerned?
- Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
- Will it be beneficial for all concerned?
A good home is built on a strong foundation. And if your personal foundation is built on the Four-Way Test, you will have strong friendships that will last a lifetime, a prosperous and sustainable business, and a reputation in the community that will outlive you.
The Rotary Club of Tucson's members ascribe to this creed and live it and look for other business people that want to live the Four-Way Test as well.
The Rotary Club of Tucson also puts their beliefs into practice, bringing their members together to serve our community, give back to our community and donate resources to the far reaches of the globe.
They are passionate about literacy, clean water, power, eradicating polio worldwide and helping local non-profits with the resources needed to fulfill their mission successfully.
Rotary is not just a service club with 1.2 million members around the world, but it is a mission that continues to be relevant 116 years since its inception.
Rotary is a principle that is timeless and important. It started with a group of businessmen and has now evolved to include women and young professionals with 35,000 clubs worldwide.
To celebrate this milestone, the 250 members of the Rotary Club of Tucson will host a centennial gala on Sept. 25 at the TCC. The gala will showcase 100 years of Rotary in a feature film created by Rick Rose of Film Creations.
The Rotary Club's signature event, The Tucson Classics Car Show will be Oct. 16 at The Gregory School. This event typically draws roughly over 20,000 people and is a favorite event for many Tucsonans.
The proceeds from the raffle ticket in past years has been donated to various local charities and to date that amount is over $1.8 million. The raffle ticket in the past, has served as both an entry ticket to the show as well as a raffle ticket to win a like-new, gently owned Corvette or $15,000 in cash, plus other prizes.
Since this year is so significant, we decided to up the ante and will be raffling a new limited-edition 2021 C8 Red Mist Stingray Corvette or $50,000 cash, plus five other amazing prizes.
This year's proceeds from the raffle and auction will go to Pima JTED. Rotary has committed to donating a minimum of $250,000 to help with their new campus at The Bridges, JTED's Innovation Learning Center, providing 21st century skills and a 4th Industrial Revolution Education.
The Rotary Club of Tucson and the principles of Rotary will continue to propel us into the next century as we continue to evolve and adapt to the needs of our community and beyond.
