“Service Above Self” isn’t just a motto for the East Cobb Rotary Club; it’s a way of life that inspired their first annual Day of Service on Saturday,
October 25. With tools in hand and a deep commitment to their community, Rotarians dedicated their morning to making a difference in their own backyard.
The day was filled with impactful projects completed in partnership with local organizations. At the East Cobb Park, members partnered with the East Cobb Home Depot to beautify flower gardens. Elsewhere, Rotarians were getting creative, painting signs for Kidz2Leaders, an organization committed to breaking the cycle of generational incarceration. Members weren’t afraid to get their hands dirty at the Center for Children & Young Adults, where they planted edible plants to help sustain food production.
The spirit of giving continued as over 200 lunches were packed for The Table on Delk, a ministry supporting at-risk homeless women and children living in hotels on Delk Road. Across town, local business owner and Rotary member Butch Carter hosted a mobile blood drive at Honest-1 Auto Care, providing a vital way for citizens to get involved.
After a productive morning, the group gathered for a celebratory lunch to reflect on their collective efforts. “Seeing our members out in the community—beautifying parks, supporting local nonprofits, and lending a hand wherever it was needed—was a wonderful success,” said President Liz Myers. “It’s a perfect reminder of what Service Above Self really means.” As the club looks forward to making this an annual tradition, their work powerfully demonstrates that when dedicated people unite, even a small group can create a lasting and meaningful impact..
