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🌍💙 St. Georges HUB – Empowering Lives in Wolverhampton 💙🌍

St. Georges HUB is dedicated to transforming the lives of Wolverhampton’s most vulnerable and marginalized men. Based out of Chapel Ash, the centre provides a safe, welcoming space where men facing challenges such as homelessness, substance misuse, domestic abuse, and mental health struggles can find the support they need.

✨ Their Services Include:
✅ One-to-one crisis intervention 💬
✅ Breakfast Club 🥣
✅ Help with housing, benefits & employment 🏠💼
✅ Life skills training & personal development 🎓🔑
✅ Community outreach & support programs 🤝💙

The staff and volunteers at the Hub offer guidance, hope, and a pathway forward, ensuring that everyone has the chance to rebuild their lives with dignity and confidence. We’ve made a further donation to the Hub support their work – Together, we can build a stronger, more compassionate Wolverhampton.

#Rotary #WolverhamptonCommunity #ChangingLives #HopeForAll

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Honouring VE Day – Service Before Self

On Victory in Europe (VE) Day, we remember the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering spirit of those who stood for freedom and peace. Their dedication exemplifies the Rotary motto: Service Above Self—putting the needs of others before our own to create a better world.

Today, as we reflect on history, let’s recommit to serving our communities with the same resilience and compassion. Whether through acts of kindness, supporting veterans, or working toward global peace, we all have a role to play in building a brighter future.

💙 Join Rotary in making a difference:
🔹 Strengthen your local community
🔹 Support meaningful causes
🔹 Foster unity and peace

Join Rotary – Make a Difference – Tettenhall Rotary Club

Let’s celebrate VE Day by turning remembrance into action. Together, we can create a world worthy of their legacy. 🌍✨

#VEDay80 #ServiceAboveSelf #RotaryForPeace

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🐶🎉 Meet Rolo – Tettenhall Rotary’s First Four-Legged Member! 🎉🐶

We’re thrilled to welcome Rolo, the incredible hearing dog, as the first-ever canine member of Tettenhall Rotary Club! 🏅🐾

Rolo is more than just a furry friend—he plays a vital role in supporting his owner, Phil Griffin, who is profoundly deaf. Together, they attend Rotary meetings, engage in community service, and embody the true spirit of Service Above Self.

At a special ceremony, Rolo was presented with his very own Companion of Honour pendant, marking his official membership in our club. His dedication to helping Phil and his warm presence at our gatherings make him a perfect addition to our Rotary family.

💙 Rotary is all about inclusion, service, and making a difference—and Rolo reminds us that support comes in all shapes and sizes!

Join us in celebrating Rolo’s historic membership and the incredible work of Hearing Dogs for Deaf People! 🐾✨

#Rotary #RoloTheHearingDog #ServiceAboveSelf

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🌟 Stratton Street Methodist Church Community Centre – Strengthening Park Village for Over 50 Years! 🌟

For more than half a century, Stratton Street Methodist Church Community Centre has been at the heart of Park Village, offering vital services and unwavering support to thousands of residents from diverse cultures, faiths, and backgrounds.

The Centre is committed to tackling issues such as social isolation, loneliness, unemployment, poverty, education, and health & nutrition. With over 20 different activities, the Centre provides opportunities for children, teenagers, adults, families, and senior citizens to come together, connect, and thrive.

The Centre’s projects include:

👶 a Stay and Play Programme providing a welcoming space for pre-schoolers and their parents/carers;
🍽 a Tuesday Lunch Club offering people the opportunity to enjoy a nourishing 3-course meal prepared by a local chef for just £5;
⚽ Youth Activities providing a safe place for young people to meet and have fun; and
🛒 a Community Shop offering affordable essentials at near-wholesale prices

In 2020 the Centre’s work was recognised with the presentation of the prestigious Queens Award for Voluntary Services

We’ve supported the outstanding work of the Centre’s volunteers by making a further donation to help deliver their projects. Together, we can create a stronger, more connected Wolverhampton!

#Rotary #CommunityMatters #ParkVillage #SupportingEachOther #WolverhamptonStrong 💙

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🌸🐰 Thank You for Celebrating Easter Fest with Tettenhall Rotary! 🥚🎉

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at Easter Fest on Easter Saturday!

At Tettenhall Rotary, we believe in bringing people together and making a positive impact—and Easter Fest was a perfect reminder of the joy that comes from community spirit (and a healthy supply of chocolate eggs).

🐣 Wishing you all a joyful and peaceful Easter filled with love, laughter, and lots of chocolate! 🐰🍫

#HappyEaster #EasterFest #Rotary #ServiceAboveSelf

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🌟 Nominate a Young Star This Easter! 🌟

Easter vacation isn’t just about chocolate eggs and springtime fun—it’s the perfect opportunity to recognize the incredible young people making a difference in our community! 🏆

While you’re spending time with family and friends, take a moment to think about the young citizens in Wolverhampton who go above and beyond—whether it’s through kindness, leadership, or inspiring efforts to help others.

The Wolverhampton Young Citizen of the Year Award celebrates these amazing individuals, and Easter break gives you time to reflect on the young heroes who deserve recognition. So why not put forward a nomination and help shine a light on their achievements?

🔗 Nominate now and make this Easter extra special for a deserving young person! https://www.wolverhamptonyoungcitizen.org.uk/

#WolverhamptonYoungCitizen #EasterHeroes #MakingADifference #Rotary

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🌟 Spotlight on The Royal School Interact Club in Wolverhampton! 🌟

The Interact Club at The Royal School Wolverhampton is a vibrant group of young leaders dedicated to making a positive impact in their community and beyond. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Tettenhall, this club empowers students to develop leadership skills, engage in meaningful service projects, and connect with peers worldwide.

Our congratulations to Club President Neriah, Vice President Rita, Club Secretary Mazvita and Club Treasurer Jovita who have been elected as the leadership team for the coming year.

💡 What Makes Interact Special:
Community Service: From supporting local charities to organizing events, the club is actively involved in improving Wolverhampton and its surrounding areas.
Global Citizenship: Members participate in international projects, fostering a sense of responsibility and connection to the wider world.
Leadership Development: The club provides opportunities for students to take charge, plan initiatives, and grow as future leaders.

🎉 Why Join Interact?
Interact is more than just a club—it’s a platform for young people to make a difference, build friendships, and develop skills that will last a lifetime.

To set up an Interact club in your school, youth group or community centre just email interact@rotarygbi.org and we’ll point you in the right direction.

Together, we celebrate and empower the next generation of changemakers! 💙

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🎉 Happy Birthday, Paul Harris! 🎉

Today, we honor the legacy of Paul Harris, the founder of Rotary International, born on April 19, 1868. His idea of bringing professionals together to foster goodwill and serve their communities sparked a global movement—one that continues to transform lives over a century later. 🌎✨

Through his vision, millions have found friendship, purpose, and the power to create positive change. From eradicating polio to supporting education and peace, Rotary stands as a testament to what service-driven people can achieve. 💙

Thank you, Paul Harris, for inspiring us to put Service Above Self every day. Join us in celebrating his legacy by making a difference in your own community! 🙌

#PaulHarrisDay #Rotary #ServiceAboveSelf

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🌟 The Well Food Bank – Supporting Wolverhampton with Compassion 🌟

The Well Food Bank in Wolverhampton is a lifeline for individuals and families facing financial hardship. With a mission rooted in love and care, this incredible charity provides emergency food parcels, toiletries, and essential items to those in desperate need.

💡 What They Do:
Emergency Support: Delivering food and toiletry parcels to over 80-120 homes each week, ensuring no one goes hungry during tough times.
Community Impact: Since 2006, The Well has supported over 120,000 people, making a profound difference in the lives of many.
Partnerships: Working with local organizations and agencies to provide holistic support and guidance to those in crisis.

🎉 Why It Matters:
For people on low incomes, a sudden crisis can mean going without basic necessities. The Well Food Bank steps in to offer hope, dignity, and practical help when it’s needed most.

We’ve made a further donation to help keep this vital service running. Together, we can ensure that no one in Wolverhampton has to face hunger alone. 💙

#Rotary #CommunitySupport #WolverhamptonCares

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🌸 Join Us for a Special Easter Treat! 🌸

The Rotary Club of Tettenhall is excited to announce that we’ll be running a FREE Children’s Easter Treat Raffle at the Easter Market on Upper Green this Saturday! 🐰🍫

💡 Details:
📍 Location: Upper Green, Tettenhall
📅 Date: Saturday
🎉 Activity: Free raffle for all children to win delightful Easter treats!

Come along, explore the wonderful Easter Market, and let the little ones join in the fun with our special raffle. It’s our way of spreading some Easter joy and making this springtime celebration even more magical! 💙

We can’t wait to see you there. Let’s make it a day to remember! 🌸🐣

#TettenhallRotary #EasterMarket #FreeEasterTreats