Rotary Club of Crook County

06/16/2026

The Rotary Club of Crook County is proud to announce the recipients of our 2026 Community Grant program. Each program receives $1000 to support their cause.

➡️Pioneer High School: Support for in-school food pantry and clothing closet.
➡️Art Department CCHS: Materials and professional finishes for a Community Art Exchange Library to be maintained by students in the club.
➡️Family Access Network: To purchase laundry cards from Express Eco Laundromat to provide to CCSD families.

From Row left to right: Alex Fico (FAN), Chris LaRue (FAN), Kristy Struck (CCHS), Jeremy Hicks (Rotary).
Back Row left to right: Bri Van Roekel (CCSD), Michelle Jonas (Pioneer High School), Shawna Holland (Rotary), Carol Benkosky (Rotary), Oliver Wisseman (Rotary), Beth Peer (Rotary), and Kristi Hiaasen (Rotary).

06/03/2026

What an incredible night for Crook County! 💙

We had the honor of presenting $22,500 in scholarships to our amazing Crook County High School 2026 graduates and alumni. These students have shown heart, grit, and a deep commitment to their community.

To our scholarship recipients:
You inspire us. You’ve already proven your dedication to Crook County through your service, your involvement, and your determination. We are proud to support your dreams and the future you’re building. Remember our belief in you and stop by for a visit when you're in town!

Rotary’s motto, Service Above Self, shines brightly in each of you. We cannot wait to see where your journey leads next.
🌟 Congratulations! 🌟

And to our community- THANK YOU!
Your support during Rotary on the Radio each April makes nights like this possible.
A special shout‑out to 95.7 The Ranch for your partnership and to Rotarian Frank Porfily, whose passion and fundraising leadership makes these scholarships possible.

Together, we are shaping the future.

05/17/2026

Today is National Little Free Library Day, kicking off an entire Little Free Library Week! Visit https://littlefreelibrary.org for more info.
The Rotary Club of Crook County provides our community of Prineville 8 LFLs. Do you know where this cute one is located?

04/28/2026

Reminder! It is time to apply for our Community Grants program!
Deadline May 15th.

Community Grant applications are still being accepted by Rotary Club of Crook County!
Please note the deadline of May 15th.
Share the word!

https://crookcountyrotaryorg.wordpress.com/news/community-grant-program/

04/23/2026

Community Grant applications are still being accepted by Rotary Club of Crook County!
Please note the deadline of May 15th.
Share the word!

https://crookcountyrotaryorg.wordpress.com/news/community-grant-program/

04/14/2026

Join us to learn about the highs and lows of the 2026 short legislative session. Join us to celebrate and reflect on our work to advance the Food for All Oregonians Anti-Hunger Agenda. TUESDAY, April 14, 5:30–7 P.M. PT All events will be held virtually

04/11/2026

When Shawna Holland, a nutrition educator with the Oregon State University Extension Service in Crook County, spoke at a Prineville town hall on Saturday, April 4, hosted by U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley, she highlighted a local solution to a statewide challenge. The Crook County Green Bags project connects neighbors, reduces food waste and helps keep local food pantries stocked. It’s a simple, community-driven model making a real difference for food access in rural Oregon.

Learn more, https://beav.es/xSW.