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2019 Ride For The Heroes 

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We are an active organization supporting the Rotary ideal of "Service above Self" throughout the Central Bucks area.  Our meetings are held on Tuesday evenings, 5:45PM at  the Plumsteadville Inn, which is located at 5902 Easton Road, Plumsteadville, PA.  We welcome you to join us as a guest.  CLICK HERE to find out more about becoming a member of our club.  Learn More About Us.
 
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2019 RFTH Beneficiary Presentation
Tuesday night, October 15, 2019, was a great night to be a Rotarian as Central Bucks Rotary donated $32,000 to 11 beneficiaries who support our veterans in the local community. This is made possible by the support from so many people who help us with our annual event - Ride For The Heroes.
 
We want to say thank you to our 2019 Commander in Chief Sponsor, Arrow Real Estate Services, and thank you to all our great sponsors, riders, volunteers and fellow Rotarians who work year round to make the ride a success. At our dinner last night we were able to see the fruits of our labor as we put money in the trusting hands of great organizations that support our veterans in many different ways.
 
CB Rotary Welcomes New Member
Posted by Bob Kadel on Sep 26, 2019
Please join us in welcoming Mike Heil as the newest members of the Central Bucks Rotary. Pictured below are Mike, Jake Taylor, and Pam Gundlach.
 
Levittown Deck Rebuild
Posted by Bob Kadel on Sep 18, 2019
On Wednesday, September 11, 2019, members from Central Bucks Rotary completed the deck rebuild for Greg and Karen McDermott.   Greg McDermott is a retired Navy Electrician with Parkinson's that has progressed to the point that he is no longer employable. Karen McDermott is retired Army Reserves who presently works as a Bensalem Administrator.  The original 16' x 25' deck was demolished the previous week by our members also.  Many thanks to our members who contributed, especially to Kevin Kaufmann for leading this great effort.  The McDermotts are pictured below along with their daughter and members of Central Bucks Rotary.    
 
2019 President Changeover Night
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jun 27, 2019
On Tuesday June 25th, the Central Bucks Rotary was proud to welcome our new incoming President, Jake Taylor, for the 2019-2020 Rotary Year.  A huge thanks to our out going president Kathi Atkinson for a great year and all the hard work she put into the club.  During the evening, the award for Rotarian of the Year was presented to Kevin Kaufmann.  Check out the press coverage the event received in the Bucks County Herald and the Doylestown Observer.
 
2019 RFTH A Great Success!!
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jun 05, 2019
June 2, 2019.  Thanks to all sponsors, volunteers, riders, Rotary members, and especially RFTH committee members, for all your time and efforts to make this year's ride such a huge success!  Click HERE FOR SLIDE SHOW 
 
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Community Service Award Presented to Janet Brennan
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jan 10, 2019
Congratulations to Janet Brennan, Founder and President of Shamrock Reins, on her receipt of the Central Bucks Rotary Quarterly Community Service Recognition Award.  The award was presented to Janet at our weekly meeting on January 8, 2019.  Shamrock Reins is a nonprofit Charitable Organization formed to provide Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies for Veterans, Active Duty & Reserve Service Members, First Responders, their Families, and the Families of Fallen Heroes. 
 
Central Bucks Rotary Delivers to Beds for Kids Program
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jan 09, 2019
On Saturday, January 5th, 2019, members from Central Bucks Rotary (pictured below) delivered 6 beds and bedding for the OHAAT (One House at a Time) Beds For Kids program.  OHAAT (www.ohaat.org) delivers beds, bedding, and tools that encourage healthy bedtime habits like books and toothbrushes, directly to the homes of children in need.
 
In order to qualify for Beds for Kids, children must be between ages 2 and 20 and reside in a household whose income is below the US poverty threshold. Many of the children in the program are transitioning from shelters or other temporary housing; some are recovering from catastrophes such as fires or floods; and others have been sleeping without a bed their whole lives.
 
Every child in the program receives a new bed and a bedtime bag, which contains a set of sheets, a blanket, several books, and a toothbrush.
 
Holiday Benefit For Kids at the Plumsteadville Inn
Posted by Bob Kadel on Dec 13, 2018
CB Rotary hosted a meet and greet with Santa at the Plumsteadville Inn on Tuesday, December11, 2018.  Our holiday fundraiser benefited A Woman's Place and included a Santa photo opp for kids, combined with a Toy Drop, and Tommy Greene, former Phillie autographing baseballs for donations.  We collected many gifts to be donated to local children in need.
 
2018 RFTH Beneficiary Presentation
Posted by Bob Kadel on Dec 08, 2018
Tuesday night, December 4, 2018, was a great night to be a Rotarian as Central Bucks Rotary donated over $30,000 to beneficiaries who support our veterans in the local community. This is made possible by the support from so many people who help us with our annual event - Ride For The Heroes.
 
We want to say thank you to our 2018 Commander in Chief Sponsor, Arrow Real Estate Services, and thank you to all our great sponsors, riders, volunteers and fellow Rotarians who work year round to make the ride a success. At our dinner last night we were able to see the fruits of our labor as we put money in the trusting hands of great organizations that support our veterans in many different ways.
 
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CB Rotary Supports Feed My Starving Children
Posted by Bob Kadel on Oct 10, 2018
On Sunday, October 7th, 2018, Central Bucks Rotarians helped turn Hunger into Hope by packing 15,120 meals in an hour and a half in the Feed My Starving Children event held at Delaware Valley University.  Overall, 150 volunteers packed over 78,000 meals.  Fun was had by all!!  Click on the this link for a slide show.
 
CB Rotary  at Purple Pinkie "Race to Zero"
Posted by Bob Kadel on Oct 10, 2018
October 6, 2018. A great day at the Rotary's 5k/1k "Race to Zero" (Yvette Palmer Purple Pinkie) event at Delaware Valley University. Alexandre Anjarry the Central Bucks Rotary's current Exchange Student from France came in first in his division and 4th overall. Here's to supporting the ongoing effort to eradicate Polio in our world.
 
CB Rotary Pool Social - Fun, Food, and Fellowship!!
Posted by Bob Kadel on Aug 30, 2018
August 28, 2018  Fun, food, and fellowship was had by all at our great Central Bucks Rotary Pool Party, generously hosted by our Membership Chairperson Pam Northrup. Keep your eyes open for our next new membership event.
 
CB Rotary Volunteers at Doylestown Food Pantry
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jul 23, 2018
On Sunday, July 22nd, CB Rotary members again volunteered at the the Doylestown Food Pantry.  Thanks to Rick James in his continued efforts in coordinating this wonderful activity.

CB Rotary Receives District Governor's Award
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jul 23, 2018
July 10th, 2018.  Central Bucks Rotary was presented with the District Governor's Award at our weekly meeting at the  Plumsteadville Inn. Each year, the District Governor sets goals for clubs in the district to meet or exceed. This year 11 out of 45 clubs got this award and we were one of them!  Great job and congrats to past president Bill Flax and current president Kathi Atkinson for leading our club. Thank you Assistant District Governor John Ortolf for attending and presenting at our meeting. Keep up the great work for the 2018-2019 year and make this the best year yet! 

CB Rotary Supports "Shoe that Grows" Project in Haiti
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jul 11, 2018
CB Rotary recently received confirmation from the Rotaract Club in Petionville, Haiti that they completed their "Shoe that Grows" project on June 16 and distributed shoes to children in need.  Many thanks to Chris Kauffman for coordinating this project. 
 
2018 Ride (Picnic) For The Heroes Again A Success
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jun 13, 2018
June 10, 2018  Despite the rain, the 2018 RFTH was a great success!  Fun was had by all!  See article in the Intelligencer below.  Click image to enlarge.
 
Community Service Award Presented to Martin Heaps
Posted by Bob Kadel on Apr 18, 2018
Congratulations to Martin Heaps on his receipt of our Quarterly Community Service Recognition Award. Martin manages the Doylestown Food Pantry operated by the Bucks County Housing Group.   Pictured below are Steve Mazzo, Martin Heaps, Chris Kauffman and Bill Flax.
 
Two New Members Welcomed to CB Rotary
Posted by Bob Kadel on Apr 11, 2018
Please join us in welcoming Jim Richardson and Nancy Carey-Richardson as the newest members of the Central Bucks Rotary. Pictured below are Bill Flax, Nancy Carey-Richardson, Jim Richardson and Pam Northrop.
 
Welcome Elayne Recupero, Central Bucks Rotary's Newest Member
Posted by Bob Kadel on Feb 15, 2018
Welcome to Elayne Recupero, Central Bucks Rotary's newest member. Left to right in the picture below are President Bill Flax, Elayne Recupero, Membership Chairperson, Pam Northrop, Sponsor & Foundation Chairperson,Chris Kauffman.
 
First Annual Community Service Award Presented to Kevin McPoyle
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jan 24, 2018
January 16, 2048.  The Central Bucks Rotary awarded its first Community Service Award to Kevin McPoyle, the local organizer for the Feed My Starving Children event.  Kevin is pictured below with past president Chris Kauffman.
 
CB Rotary Welcomes Newest Member Scott Patchkowski
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jan 24, 2018
January 16, 2018.  The Central Bucks Rotary is proud to welcome Scott Patchkowski as the newest member of our awesome organization.  Patch is pictured below with Membership Chairperson Pam Northrop and President Bill Flax. 
 
2017 Pub Walk a Success!
Posted by Bob Kadel on Dec 19, 2017
The 2017 Pub Walk was held in downtown Doylestown on Thursday, December 14th.  Rotarians started at Villa Capri, moved on to MOM's, and finished up at Chambers The Other Side to the sounds of our Rotary band, BKWG.  Checks were presented to our beneficiaries, Bucks for Kids (Bucks County Children of Foster Care), Plumstead Twp. Shop with a Cop (Children faced with Life Challenges), and TOPP Foundation (Children with Type 1 Diabetes). 
 
Central Bucks Rotary Delivers to Beds for Kids Program
Posted by Bob Kadel on Dec 04, 2017
On Saturday, December 2nd, 2017, members from Central Bucks Rotary (pictured below) delivered 10 beds and bedding for the OHAAT (One House at a Time) Beds For Kids program.  OHAAT (www.ohaat.org) delivers beds, bedding, and tools that encourage healthy bedtime habits like books and toothbrushes, directly to the homes of children in need.
 
In order to qualify for Beds for Kids, children must be between ages 2 and 20 and reside in a household whose income is below the US poverty threshold. Many of the children in the program are transitioning from shelters or other temporary housing; some are recovering from catastrophes such as fires or floods; and others have been sleeping without a bed their whole lives.
 
Every child in the program receives a new bed and a bedtime bag, which contains a set of sheets, a blanket, several books, and a toothbrush.
 
New Membership Happy Hour/Open House
Posted by Bob Kadel on Nov 29, 2017
On 11/16/17, Central Bucks Rotary hosted an after work New Membership Happy Hour/Open House.  The event created great energy, was a great success, and resulted in 12 potential members...plus it was a lot of FUN!
 
2017 Ride for The Heroes Beneficiary Presentation.
Posted by Bob Kadel on Oct 24, 2017
Rotary Club of Central Bucks presented $33,500 in grants to local organizations that serve veterans and families of fallen heroes at a reception held on October 10 at the Plumsteadville Inn.  The funds were raised at the club’s 8th annual Ride For The Heroes and Picnic, held in June. Ride For The Heroes is a police-escorted motorcycle ride through the Bucks County countryside and parts of New Jersey. This year more than 600 riders participated in the event.  
 
Grants were awarded to ten organizations whose missions range from sending out care packages to troops deployed overseas, to providing equine therapy to veterans.   The presentation event was very well attended by members, guests, and Ride for The Heroes beneficiaries and sponsors.  Please see Press coverage:  Official Press Release  |  Bucks County Herald | The Intelligencer.
 
First Annual Family Fall Fun Festival a Success!
Posted by Bob Kadel on Oct 24, 2017
Central Bucks Rotary's First Annual Family Fall Fun Festival was a great success!  The fundraiser was held on October 7th, 2017 at the Fraternal Order of Police Picnic Grove in Bedminster Township.  Funds raised at the festival will benefit children's charities in Bucks County.  Festival goers enjoyed pumpkin painting, face painting, a bounce house, a strolling magician, music and dance.  The day was topped off with a showing of the animated movie "Rock Dog". 
 
Food Shelter Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Posted by Bob Kadel on Oct 24, 2017
Central Bucks Rotary recently completed work on a new shed for the Bucks County Food Pantry and celebrated its completion with a ribbon cutting ceremony.
 
2017 President Changeover Night
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jul 14, 2017
On Tuesday June 27th, the Central Bucks Rotary was proud to welcome our new incoming President Bill Flax for the 2017-2018 Rotary Year.  A huge thanks to our out going president William Rossman for a great year and all the hard work he put into the club.  
 
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2017 Ride For The Heroes A Great Success!!!
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jun 07, 2017
June 4th, 2017.  Central Bucks Rotary's 8th Annual Ride for the Heroes was once again a huge success!  The iffy weather decided to cooperate allowing us to achieve near record participation.  Thanks to all members, family, friends and sponsors for their support.
 
CLICK HERE for an article from the Intelligencer.
CLICK HERE for NBC News Blurb
 
See below for picture from ride and picture of breakdown crew. 
 
 
Central Bucks Rotary Delivers Beds to Kids For Beds Program
Posted by Bob Kadel on May 02, 2017
On Saturday, April 29, 2017, members from Central Bucks Rotary (pictured below) delivered beds and bedding for the OHAAT (One House at a Time) Beds For Kids program.  OHAAT delivers beds, bedding, and tools that encourage healthy bedtime habits like books and toothbrushes, directly to the homes of children in need.
 
In order to qualify for Beds for Kids, children must be between ages 2 and 20 and reside in a household whose income is below the US poverty threshold. Many of the children in the program are transitioning from shelters or other temporary housing; some are recovering from catastrophes such as fires or floods; and others have been sleeping without a bed their whole lives.
 
Every child in the program receives a new bed and a bedtime bag, which contains a set of sheets, a blanket, several books, and a toothbrush.
 
RFTH Painting Day at the FOB Picnic Grounds a Huge Success!
Posted by Bob Kadel on Apr 10, 2017
On Sunday, April 9th, 2017, a lively group of Central Bucks Rotarians, their family members, and Rotary friends spent the day scraping, sanding and painting doors, support poles, and other items at the Fraternal Order of Police picnic grounds in Dublin in preparation for the upcoming Ride For The Heroes on June 4.  A huge thanks to all Rotarians, their family members, and Rotary friends for a great day of accomplishments!  A very special thank you to Kevin Kaufmann for organizing and directing this fun event!  Please CLICK HERE, and then click on "Start Slideshow" to view more pictures including "Before" pictures.
 
Honorary Membership Presented to the Wallace Family
Posted by Bob Kadel on Mar 31, 2017
At our meeting on Tuesday, March 28th, 2017, an Honorary Central Bucks Rotary membership was presented to Kevin Wallace's family.  This was the first Honorary membership presented by our club in it's seven year history.
 
Central Bucks Rotary Presents Paul Harris Fellow Awards to 8 Members 
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jan 30, 2017
At our meeting on January 24th, 2017, Central Bucks Rotary and Rotary District Governor Linda Young presented Paul Harris Fellow Awards to 8 members.  These Rotarians have demonstrated their dedication and support of Rotary and the Rotary Foundation, which is an international organization that provides services to people in need around the world.  The Rotary Foundation activities include supporting the vaccination of children against Polio, and the development of programs and services in the areas of health, human services, community development, education, as well as working for world peace and conflict resolution.

Pictured below are past and new Paul Harris Fellow Award recipients.
 
Rotabuild Ramp for Twilight Wish Foundation
Posted by Bob Kadel on Dec 21, 2016
Although the weather didn't fully cooperate, Twilight Wish Foundation in partnership with Central Bucks Rotary was happy to grant Joann McHugh's wish for an accessibility ramp and walkway yesterday. This wouldn't have been possible without the Central Bucks Rotary Rotabuild program, The Home Depot Foundation and The Provident Foundation. Thank you to the many community members who also contributed to this project: Raphael Architects, Ernst Brothers, Techo-Bloc, Phillips Contracting Inc, and Stone Depot.
 
Membership After Hour Happy Hour
Posted by Bob Kadel on Oct 30, 2016
Our Membership After Hour Happy Hour was held on October 20, 2016 and was a tremendous success.  Everyone had a great time and the event was by far the most successful membership event to date!  We had over 27 attendees! Many thanks to our gracious host Pam Gundlach!
 
Central Bucks Rotary Helps Family in Need
Posted by Bob Kadel on Aug 25, 2016
On August 23rd, 2016, Central Bucks Rotary presented a check to the Cerminara family in conjunction with Wehrung's Lumber to support a project they are sponsoring to aid the family.  We wish Jack and Wendy well in their continued fight against cancer.   
 
2016 President Changeover Night
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jul 11, 2016
On June 28, Central Bucks Rotary celebrated Changeover Night 2016.  Many thanks to Chris Kauffman for a great year as president, and welcome to our incoming president Bill Rossman.  Congratulations to our 2016 Rotarian of the Year, Bill Flax.  We also celebrated the birthday of our exchange student from Bolivia, Octavio Martinez, as he attended his last CB Rotary meeting before returning home.  View video of President Changeover Night
 
CB Rotary Honors Wehrung's Lumber and Scollon Contractors
Posted by Bob Kadel on May 22, 2016
On May 17th, 2016, Central Bucks Rotary honored Wehrung's Lumber and Scollon Contractors.  These two companies have generously donated their time and materials to many of our local construction projects including the Shamrock Reins Wheelchair Ramp, the Rotobuild Ridge Crest Pergola Project, the Obert-Thorn Wheelchair Ramp Project, and the Colamarino Wheelchair Ramp Project. 
 
 
Rotary Club of Central Bucks Leaps at the Chance to Support Those in Need
Posted by Bob Kadel on Feb 28, 2016
Club to match up to $29,000 in community donations for local and international causes
 
PLUMSTEADVILLE, Pa. – The Rotary Club of Central Bucks announced a “Leap For Others” charitable initiative today in support of several non-profit organizations. The club will take advantage of the extra day in the year to give a little extra to families in need, both locally and around the world.
 
Beginning February 29, and over the next 29 days, The Rotary Club of Central Bucks is challenging the community to donate via its website, www.centralbucksrotary.com.  The Rotary Club of Central Bucks will match up to $29,000 in community donations that it receives through March 29, 2016, and will distribute the proceeds to organizations serving families in need. Seventy-five percent of the total raised will go to local organizations, including Bucks County Housing Group, A Woman’s Place, and HealthLink Dental Clinic; and twenty-five percent will go to international humanitarian projects, including Shelter Box and Rotary International’s polio eradication program.
 
Rotary Club of Central Bucks is partnering with Central Bucks East High School’s Interact Club (pictured above) to coordinate additional fundraising activities for the Leap for Others project. Christopher Kauffman, president of Rotary Club of Central Bucks stated, “We are dedicated as a local chapter and as a worldwide organization to help those who are in need or under-served. It gives us great pleasure to introduce the Leap for Others initiative to the community, to demonstrate how we can all work together to make the world a better place.”
Inaugural Central Bucks Rotary Raffle a Success!
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jan 19, 2016
The Inaugural Central Bucks Rotary Raffle was held at Carmel Kitchen on Sunday, January 17th, 2015.  A great time was had by all! Congratulations to our winners: 1st Prize - $5000 - Ellen Dodel from Langhorne, PA, 2nd Prize - $1000 - Ken McDaid from Chalfont, PA and, 3rd Prize - $500 - Michelle Cascerceri from Doylestown, PA.  Raffle proceeds benefit Bucks County Housing Group, and HealthLink.  Click HERE to view more photos.
 
Surprise Visit by Former Exchange Student from Austria
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jan 08, 2016
Last week our club was very fortunate to have a surprise visit from Lisa Gruber, our former exchange student from Argentina.  Lisa gave us a great update on her past activities and future plans.  Pictured below are former president Mike Esposito, Lisa Gruber, and current president Chris Kauffman.

Shamrock Reins Wheelchair Ramp Completed
Posted by Bob Kadel on Oct 22, 2015
Thanks to Rotary members, friends of Rotary members, and especially to Taylor Presnell and his crew in the succesful construction of a wheelchair ramp at the Shamrock Reins Riding Facility.  Shamrock Reins is a nonprofit Charitable Organization formed to provide Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies for Veterans, Active Duty & Reserve Service Members, First Responders, their Families, and the Families of Fallen Heroes.  Please click here for a SLIDESHOW.
Rotary Club of Central Bucks Presents Six Organizations With Financial Grants Totaling over $35,000
Posted by Bob Kadel on Sep 28, 2015

Funds were raised at sixth annual Ride For The Heroes to benefit wounded veterans and families of fallen heroes.
 
October 6, 2015.  The Rotary Club of Central Bucks presented financial grants totaling more than $35,000 to six local organizations that assist wounded veterans and families of fallen heroes. The presentation took place on Tuesday, October 6, at the Plumsteadville Inn, 5902 Easton Rd, Plumsteadville, Pa.

The organizations selected to receive grants were: Bucks County Department of Veterans Affairs; Delaware Valley Stand Down; Gold Star Mothers; Operation Homefront; Travis Manion Foundation and Vets for Vets. Representatives from each organization will be on hand for the grant presentation.
  
The funds were raised by the Rotary Club of Central Bucks at their sixth annual Ride For The Heroes, held on Sunday, June 7, 2015. 690 motorcycle riders joined together for this year’s police-escorted ride led by Steve Cantrell, former Marine, current teacher and coach at Delaware Valley University, who rode the motorcycle of fallen hero Travis Manion. Cantrell and Manion met at the U.S. Naval Academy and served in Iraq together before Manion made the ultimate sacrifice in 2007 while in service to his country.
 
The ride traveled from the Garden of Reflection in Lower Makefield, Pa., to the FOP Picnic Grove in Bedminster Township, Pa., where guests and riders enjoyed a picnic lunch.  For the first time this year, community members were offered a special opportunity to honor a service member who is on active duty, retired or deceased, through a donation of $50.00. All veteran recognitions were announced at the Garden of Reflection before the ride commenced.

 
CB Rotary Welcomes Our Exchange Student From Bolivia, Octavio Martinez
Posted by Bob Kadel on Aug 25, 2015
Last night, CB Rotary welcomed our exchange student from Bolivia, Octavio Martinez.  We are looking forward to sharing many memories and activities with Octavio throughout the next year.  Octavio will be attending Central Bucks East as a senior.
Outbound Exchange Student Returns From Bolivia
Posted by Bob Kadel on Aug 04, 2015
Our out-bound exchange student, Katie Marron, returned from Bolivia and visited our meeting last night to share a few pictures and experiences from her year there.  Pictured below are Katie, her Mom and our President Chris Kauffman.
Central Bucks Rotary Welcomes our Newest Member John Rickards!
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jul 22, 2015
On July 21st, 2015, Central Bucks Rotary welcomed our newest member John Rickards.  John is a retired Navy Chief and is now in a sales & marketing position.  He learned about our Rotary club through Ride For the Heroes and is eager to serve. John is committed to the PR and youth services committee.  Pictured below are John, our new president Chris Kauffman, and Bill Flax.
CB Rotary Joins Deserving Décor in Providing Assistance to US Air Force Veteran
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jul 20, 2015
On Monday, July 20, 2015, members from Central Bucks Rotary helped move some furniture into a new apartment for a client of the Deserving Décor organization.  The client, a US Air Force Veteran named Chizoba N., was recently able to move into a new apartment in Chalfont, but had no furniture.  Deserving Décor gathered donations, and with the help of Central Bucks Rotary, was able to furnish his apartment with a sofa, a desk, a TV table, a coffee table, a dining table with 2 chairs, a bed with frame, two small chests of drawers, a toaster oven, pots & pans, and bed linens.
 
Pictured (from left to right):  Rick James, Chris Kauffman, Curt Cyliax, Chizoba N., Bill Rossman.  Not pictured: Laura Kauffman (Deserving Décor).
Camp Neidig Leadership Program Update
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jul 07, 2015
Two of our sponsored Camp Neidig Leadership program students from CB East attended our meeting last night. The students enlightened us with their recent rewarding experience as our first sponsored students to the program.  The Camp Neidig Leadership program focuses on leadership seminars, problem solving, guest speakers, workshops, and group activities.  
Another Great Success for Central Bucks Rotary
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jun 21, 2015
The 2015 Ride for the Heroes was yet another great success this year!  It was a perfect day for our riders, guests, sponsors and members.  We counted 556 bikes with 749 riders & passengers, a 10% increase over last year.
 
To see some great pictures that Leslie took, click HERE, and then click on Start Slide Show.
CB Rotary Makes Generous Donation for Rebuilding Irag Vet's Home
Posted by Bob Kadel on Apr 13, 2015
On Saturday, April 4, 2015, a celebration was held for the RenovatingHope project and Ssgt. Jessica Clymer.  The celebration was held at the Plumsteadville Volunteer Fire Company, which is across the street from Jessica's newly renovated house.  CB Rotary made a generous donation to assist in rebuilding her home.
 
Staff Sgt. Jessica Clymer, who was raised in Buckingham and now lives in Plumsteadville, is a disabled Marine veteran who fought in Iraq and Afghanistan. Her home sustained serious damage due to a leaking roof and much more while she was deployed.
Generous Ride for the Heroes Donation Received
Posted by Bob Kadel on Mar 31, 2015
At our meeting on March 24, 2015, we were honored to receive a $5000 donation for the Ride for the Heroes from James and Tara Knicos made in memory of Anthony (Tony) Erceg, a veteran of World War II . Anthony’s son, Chad Erceg attended the meeting to celebrate his recognition.  Read more....
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Central Bucks Rotary Volunteers at the Doylestown Food Pantry
Posted by Bob Kadel on Dec 02, 2014

Thanks to all Central Bucks Rotary volunteers at the Doylestown Food Pantry Sunday, November 23, 2014.  It was another great day of service for the community!

Central Bucks Rotarians Mark Glidden and Jen Statler delivered 369 pounds of food to the Doylestown Food Pantry. The food pantry states that despite the claims that the job market is improving the need for food is as strong as ever this Thanksgiving.

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2014 Ride for the Heroes Sponsor Recognition and Beneficiary Presentation Celebration
Posted by Tom Kantner on Sep 23, 2014

How AWESOME it was to give away $30,000 last night!  We as a club should be very proud that the fruit of our labors will have such a profound impact on our community.  Kudos to Damon, Chris. Mark & Kevin for a well organized and enjoyable evening.

It was inspiring to listen to our many beneficiaries and learn about the real difference they are making in so many veterans' lives.  It makes me want to get more involved but the hardest part for me is choosing just one to volunteer with now!

Special kudos to Damon for his tireless work on the Ride.  His job of "herding us cats" is not easy but he does it with quiet determination and fairness, with 1 single goal in mind: raise as much money as possible for our Heroes.

Thank you for the support you give to the Ride, the RFTH Committee and to our community!

Yours in gratitude,

Tom Kantner
Rotary Club of Central Bucks

Over the five years in existence, the Central Bucks Rotary has donated over $130,000 to veterans programs in the Central Bucks area.  This year's beneficiaries are The Manion Foundation, Operations Homefront, Vets for Vets, B.C. Vet Transportation Program, Gold Star Mothers, Food for Troops, Delaware Valley Stand Down.  Visit the Photo Gallery.

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And Save the Date...The 2015 Ride for the Heroes will be held on Sunday, June 7th, 2015.

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Grand Opening of Shamrock Reins October 6th, 2014
Posted by Bob Kadel on Sep 18, 2014

Shamrock Reins is having their official grand opening on October 6th, 2014.  Shamrock Reins is a new veterans based charity that is just up the road from us.  As a club, we will be doing work with them in the near future.  Janet Brennan, the Executive Director has extended this invitation to all Rotarians.

Shamrock Reins was covered by the newspaper recently in an article about how they are offering a way for our nation’s veterans to heal.  Shamrock Reins is a great facility and you can read the newspaper article and learn more by clicking here.

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Central Bucks Rotary Welcomes District Governor and Presents Paul Harris Awards to 3 Members
Posted by Bob Kadel on Sep 02, 2014

Central Bucks Rotary was honored to have as a guest Gary Fedorcha, our District Governor. He spoke about the 2014/15 Rotary Presidents Theme of "Light Up Rotary" and how he hopes to do so through educating our local communities about our great charitable work and other projects locally and internationally.

We also recognized and presented to three of our members (Jack Skudris, Mark Glidden, Jennifer Statler), the Paul Harris Fellowship Award for their donations to the Rotary Foundation.

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Central Bucks Rotary Welcomes Two New Members - Steve Mazzo andRick James
Posted by Bob Kadel on Aug 10, 2014

On August 5, 2014, Central Bucks Rotary welcomed two new members, Steve Mazzo and Rick James.  Steve gave a great classification talk at a well attended induction ceremony.  Steve's Rotary Classification is Retired DOD Contractor, and Rick's Classification is Independent Consultant.

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Grand Opening of the Ridge Crest Pergola/Shade Canopy
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jun 22, 2014

On June 17, 2014, the Central Bucks Rotary Club met at Ridge Crest in Sellersville to celebrate the Grand Opening of the Ridge Crest Pergola/Shade Canopy.   The Central Bucks Rotary Club’s Rotabuild raised funds and completed the $24,000 project that will provide a higher quality of life for 30 children and residents of LifePath's dedicated pediatric facility, Ridge Crest.  Ridge Crest is a resource in Sellersville where medically-fragile and technology-dependent children and their families find the help they need through community-based support.  See Slide Show.

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Thanks to all for helping Ride For The Heroes 2014
Posted by Bob Kadel on Jun 22, 2014

Thanks to all for helping Central Bucks Rotary to support wounded veterans and the families of fallen heroes in this year's Ride For The Heroes held on June 1, 2014.  Relive the special memories from the 2014 Ride For The Heroes by clicking here (event code a751549d) for a slide show, or here for a video.

CB Rotary Welcomes Turkish Friendship Exchange and Newest Member Sally Fehrs
Posted by Bob Kadel on Apr 30, 2014

On Tuesday evening, April 29, 2014, Central Bucks Rotary hosted 11 Rotary members from the Turkish Friendship Exchange along with several members from the Doylestown Rotary club.  We also inducted and are proud to welcome our newest member, Sally Fehrs whom has already been active on the Service Committee.  Please see photos below.

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CB Rotary Welcomes Our Outbound Exchange Student
Posted by Bob Kadel on Mar 06, 2014
On Tuesday, March 4, Central Bucks Rotary welcomed our outbound exchange student, Katie Marron.  Katie will be studying in Bolivia.  She is pictured below with her parents.  Many thanks to Oz Whitesell for all his efforts with our Exchange Program.
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Rotabuild making the future brighter for medically-fragile and technology-dependent children and adults
Posted by Bob Kadel on Nov 11, 2013

The Central Bucks Rotary Club’s Rotabuild raised funds and completed a $24,000 project that will provide a higher quality of life for 30 children and residents of LifePath's dedicated pediatric facility, Ridge Crest. Ridge Crest is a resource in Sellersville where medically-fragile and technology-dependent children and their families find the help they need through community-based support.  See Slide Show.

Additional thanks to the following volunteers who helped make this effort happen:  Chris Lewis, Bill Rossman, Tim Ernst, Mark Glidden, Jen Walton, Jim Scollon, Mike Raphael, Pam Northrop-Gundlach, Wehrung’s, Taylor Presnell, Kathi Atkinson, Stephan, Chris Kulesh, Trip Northrop, Mike, Scott L., Kathy.
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Central Bucks Rotary’s ROTABUILD team nails it again!
Posted by Bob Kadel on May 19, 2013
The all-volunteer building crew built a much needed shelving unit for the Doylestown Food Pantry. Materials were donated by Wehrung’s – who have generously contributed supplies and wood for the past four ROTABUILD projects. Central Bucks Rotary members are no strangers to the Food Pantry. Over the past three years, members have volunteered at the pantry every other month.

“It is an overwhelming feeling when I see the joy people have from our {ROTABUILD} efforts” says Tim Ernst, ROTABUILD chairman. “I feel fortunate to have great partners at Wehrungs and in our Rotary club.”

In addition to this project, previously the ROTABUILD team has installed equipment to help injured and disabled local community members have accessibility in their homes.

Pictured “Shelving Crew” L to R:  Taylor Presnell, Bill Rossman, Tim Ernst, Oz Whitsell

Pictured “Rotary at the Pantry” L to R:  Greg Glymser, Tim Ernst, Anthony Lidia and daughters, Jake Taylor

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