Foundation, Gratitude & Appreciation Month
Gratitude brings the Attitude
This November, Palo Alto/University Rotary Club (PAUR) celebrates the generosity that holds a community together. Join us as we help neighbors in need, honor our veterans, gather for Thanksgiving, and celebrate the work of The Rotary Foundation.
Four Palo Alto-area service clubs are joining forces this November with one shared goal: $60,000 to help neighbors in need. Donations help purchase food, clothing and personal-care supplies for three local recipients:
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Downtown Palo Alto Food Closet
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We Hope in East Palo Alto
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VA Medical Center in Menlo Park
This year's campaign accepts monetary donations only. Why money instead of donated goods? We have access to stores that let us purchase in bulk at lower prices than individuals can typically obtain. By pooling your donations, we can buy more of these needed goods with every dollar contributed.Your generosity supports all three recipients.
Campaign partners: Palo Alto/University Rotary Club, Rotary Club of Palo Alto, Kiwanis Club of Palo Alto, and Rotary Club of East Palo Alto Bayshore.
District Veterans Day Celebration
Honoring military service
Our Rotary District 5170 invites Rotarians, military veterans, active-duty service members and their families to an evening of celebration and thanks.
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Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
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Time: 6:00 to 10:00 pm
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Location: Sunnyvale Elks, 375 N. Pastoria Avenue, Sunnyvale
All November, PAUR members are strengthening our bonds one note at a time. Each member writes one personal note of appreciation to a fellow member and receives one in return. Coffee is optional. Turkey, too!
PAUR's Network of Appreciation
