EDITORIAL: Helping neighbors throughout the world

Last Updated on Tuesday, 14 February 2012 22:30 Written by The Amity Observer
Friday, 17 February 2012 01:00

Rotary clubs throughout the region help support local and international communities. The Orange Rotary Club is no different, and next month it is seeking our help.

Locally, they provide dictionaries to every third grader in Orange, register area children in the Amber Alert ID Program, and make donations for the town food pantry and energy assistance program. The last two years they have participated in “Project Warmth” and have donated thousands of coats to area schools and shelters to help keep less fortunate youngsters warm.

Additionally, the club awards $6,000 in college scholarships annually to high school seniors from Orange.

How could you go wrong?

Help support the Orange Rotary Club support is causes. The club will be having its annual auction Friday, March 2, at Race Brook Country Club, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $37.50 each. The evening includes a dinner buffet, live and silent auction and a balloon raffle.

Area businesses are invited to donate goods or services to help Rotary carry out its charitable endeavors.

Proceeds will support Orange Rotary’s initiatives, both locally and abroad; the club contributes more than $30,000 annually.

Tickets may be purchased by contacting Mike Richetelli at 203-795-8060 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or through any Orange Rotarian.