Mary Ann Seeko, Rotary Club of Wallkill Valley, Lafayette, NJ
I heard about this program from PDG Robert Pityo at an international Rotary Convention in Texas in 2003. I was so excited about it I returned home and went to all the Rotary Clubs in my county, and we all began the program at the same time and have continued it ever since. I think this project is wonderful and I hope it continues... Read More
Dana Gordon, Rotary Club of West Hartford, West Hartford, CT
The West Hartford Rotary Club loves doing the dictionary project. It is amazing to see how excited 3rd graders get over receiving their own dictionary. Kids will come up to the Rotary Booth at various charitable endeavors and say, “Hey you are the guys who gave me a dictionary.” We will continue to fund and execute this project as long as your organization exists.... Read More
James Hinckley, Rotary Club of Winnfield, Dodson, LA
This on one of our favorite projects in Rotary! Anyone who has helped with the distribution will always be first to volunteer when Dictionary Day comes around again. They love to see the excitement in the children’s faces as they receive their very own dictionary!
Curt Secker, Olympia West Lions Club, Olympia, WA
This will be the second year our Lions Club has provided dictionaries. We absolutely love it, the kids love it, and the teachers think it is fantastic!!!
Stevan Stroud, Rotary Club of Manteca Morning, Ripon, CA
This is our second year. The kids were overwhelmed that the could keep the books and almost everyone had their book open, looking up words, before they left the room. It is a great – and greatly needed – program.
MaryAnn Sanders, Kiwanis Club of Madison, Madison, FL
Our club is eager to participate in this project. It is a favorite of many members.
Steve Solbrack, Rotary Club of St. Louis Park, Golden Valley, MN
This will be our 6th year of giving a dictionary to every 3rd-grade student in the school district. I think it is wonderful. I have recommended this to other Rotary Clubs, and they have also started participating.
Sharon Croucher, Clifton Springs Grange # 1042, Clifton Springs, NY
We have been doing this project for about 9 years. Our members enjoy interacting with the children and the school and teachers appreciate the gift. The smiles of the children say it all.
Carolyn Dawes, Rotary Club of Barre, Barre, VT
The Barre (VT) Rotary Club has been distributing dictionaries for at least 8 years, and atlases for 2 years. It’s a great program. The prices are low, so it allows our dollars to go further – we’re able to distribute many more books.
Cindy Legg, Rotary Club of Paintsville, Paintsville, KY
We’ve been providing dictionaries for all 4th graders in the county since 2005. We regularly try to expand to include a few disaster-stricken schools from around the country.