Projects
Community Square in Downtown Eagle River
Our Club and our Members are proud to support the Eagle River Revitalization Program's Community Square by the Eagle River Rotary Club Project.
Our community has transformed a previously vacant large corner lot in downtown Eagle River to an inviting and vibrant community gathering and green space.
The Community Square has been enhanced with artificial turf and offers shaded picnic tables, benches, a pet waste station, ashtrays, trash/recycling containers, portable planters and seasonal decorations.
Thanks to the very generous donations by community members, local businesses and visitors to our area, we raised $546,280.51.
The building offers public restrooms, a warming kitchen, food service counter and utilities. On an occasional basis, the site will be available for special events, and year-round it offers a place for locals and visitors to find solitude while visiting the Downtown area. It is also a place for social outdoor dining with carryout being offered from the local restaurants.
Your donation - of any amount - will help maintain this project. Learn more about the project here.
Our Community
Each year, the Rotary Club of Eagle River invests in projects and programs that strengthen our communities and improve the lives of local residents.
Through volunteer service, financial support and community partnerships, our members help address a wide range of educational, recreational and humanitarian needs.
Club projects include annual roadside cleanups, support for the Wounded Warriors in Action annual Muskie Chal-lunge, support for the Eagle River Recreation Association (ERRA), Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Vilas County, Warm The Children, and many other initiatives that enhance the quality of life throughout our region.
The World
International Service
The Rotary Club of Eagle River supports Rotary's international service mission by contributing to projects that improve health, education, and quality of life around the world. The Club has also supported international projects through Rotary partnerships, including humanitarian efforts in Mexico and other communities around the world.
End Polio Now
Rotary has been a leader in the global effort to eradicate polio since 1985. Working alongside international partners through the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, Rotary has helped reduce polio cases worldwide by 99.9%. Today, Rotary members continue to provide volunteer support, advocacy and resources to help achieve a polio free world.
Scholarships
The Eagle River Rotary Club is committed to supporting educational opportunities for local students. Each year, the Club awards three $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors from Northland Pines High School and Three Lakes High School, and to a student attending Nicolet College. Students interested in applying should contact their high school guidance office.
Beyond our local scholarships, Rotary International offers Rotary Peace Fellowships. See Rotary.com for more information.
Fundraising
The Eagle River Rotary Club Foundation was created to strengthen the Club's ability to raise funds and support local charitable projects. The Foundation hosts our annual Wine and Cheese fundraiser, which provides significant funding for Club programs and community initiatives. As a tax exempt organization, the Foundation can provide tax deductible donation receipts to individuals and businesses that contribute to our work.