A BOROUGH fundraising organisation has begun celebrating its 75th year.
The Rotary Club of Wokingham was formed in March 1951 and is marking its longevity with a change of logo.
The group’s motto is Service above Self, and club members fundraise and volunteer to support local causes and help their community in and around Wokingham.
Projects and fundraising events organised by the group range from golfing days, the annual fireworks display at Cantley Park, supporting Young Carers, Young Musicians, Rotary Children’s Fun Day at Addington School. and regularly running pig races at the Winter Carnival and May Fayre.
Members regularly collect outside supermarkets, allowing the club to provide food vouchers for those who need extra help across the festive period.
The Rotarians also organise events addressing international disasters such as Polio Plus, Ukraine (contributions to generators, medical supplies and an ambulance) and support organisations such as Shelter Box and Aqua Box.
Club President Bruce Weir said: “We’re looking forward to another busy year of activities and would like to thank Wokingham residents for their strong and generous support over the years.
“It’s a testament to the community spirit of the borough that we can continue to run our events and projects.”
The club is excited to be collaborating with SD Studio Design and Digital Ltd for a special brand and marketing campaign to celebrate its 75 years.
SD Studios is a local Innovative Design & Digital Development Studio that joined the club as a corporate Rotary member in October 2024. The company has played an integral part in planning its anniversary year.
Club members, families and special guests will be celebrating its 75 years of fundraising at an event in April 2026 hosted by Wellington College, Crowthorne.
For information, visit: rotaryclubwokingham.org, email: contact@rotaryclubwokingham.org, or follow the club on social media.
