As a past District Governor of District 7930 and a strong advocate of the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) program, David Gardner has experienced firsthand the transformative impact the RYLA experience can have on a young person's life.This week, he’s reaching out and asking for Rotary members’ support in helping make the RYLA experience possible for current high school students by donating to the rewarding weekend.
Why Your Support Matters
Aside from the $25 application fee RYLA remains free for all students, ensuring that every student has equal access regardless of their financial situation. To maintain this commitment, we rely entirely on the generosity of Rotary clubs within our district and individuals like you who understand the program's value. But the cost for the staff and family advisors is an out-of-pocket expense. This is where we could use your help!
Your Donation in Action
Every contribution, no matter what size, makes a huge difference. Here's how your donation can directly support this year's program:
- $25-50: Helps provide session materials like notebooks, art supplies, and team-building resources
- $125: Sponsors a facilitator or volunteer for one day
- $200: Funds lunch and supplies for a Family Leader training session (there are 6 of them leading up to the RYLA weekend!)
- $300: Covers the cost of our camp nurse for the weekend
- $375: Sponsors a family leader, advisor, or facilitator for the entire weekend
- $700: Provides all session-related supplies (art products, role play props, s'mores materials, etc.)
- $1,000: Funds t-shirts for all participants
The RYLA Impact
RYLA is more than just a weekend away. It's about building confidence, developing leadership skills, creating lasting friendships, and inspiring young people to become agents of positive change in their communities. A lot of us have personally witnessed breakthroughs in participants who had life transforming experiences during the weekend!
Your contribution, no matter the size, helps continue this legacy of leadership development for the next generation.
How to Donate
- Scan the Venmo QR Code
- Send a check to
Kathy Morris
Rockport Rotary Club
2A Jerden’s Lane
Rockport, MA 01966
Can't donate right now? You still have time. Your support means everything to the future leaders who will benefit from RYLA! Thank you for supporting future leaders!