Vote for 2026 RISE Winners
It’s time to vote for our RISE Awards! This year, we have two categories: Business and Nonprofit.
Here’s what to do:
1. Read the essays our finalists wrote to describe how they honor the Four-Way Test in their operations.
2. On the ballot, mark your selections for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in both categories.
All votes are due by Friday, Oct. 30. In case you have any trouble with the online vote, we will also have paper ballots at club meetings on Oct. 23 and Oct. 30. (Please vote only once.)
Home Club of the 2027–28
President of Rotary International
From Kansas City to the World
Larry Lunsford's selection as Rotary International President is a historic honor for our club and our city—and a reflection of Plaza Rotary's long tradition of leadership and service.
The Plaza Rotary Club of Kansas City Charitable Foundation transforms your gifts into service projects that change lives both close to home and around the world.
Since it was founded in 1992, the Foundation's mission has been to focus on life-changing, sustainable projects in our community to serve the underserved.
With your help, we can make lives better in our community and around the world.
Home of Rotary District 6040 Governor 2029-30
Jeff Deatherage
As District Governor of Rotary District 6040 for the 2029–2030 Rotary year, Jeff looks forward to supporting clubs, developing leaders, strengthening membership, expanding service opportunities, and enhancing Rotary’s impact throughout District 6040. He believes Rotary’s greatest strength is its ability to bring together people of action who build friendships, serve their communities, and make a positive difference in the world.
Kansas City, MO 64112
United States of America