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Club #69
Serving the Richmond Community
Since 1913
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June 2026
Volume 26 Issue 6
| | Whether you are relatively new to the club or a long-serving member, The Rotary Club of Richmond has been serving Richmond for more than a century; do you have your copy of this history? Copies are now available; $20 soft copies; $30 hard copies. | |
Volunteer Opportunities
Service Above Self
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Volunteer Opportunity:
Meals on Wheels
Grab a buddy and/or make a new friend! Meals on Wheels is in need of drivers and runners Thursday mornings. This is a two person volunteer opportunity! Phil Freda is heading up this effort. Sign-up sheets are always available at our meetings. Drivers and volunteers are needed for June, July, and August! Make new friends and make a difference in our neighbors' lives. Reach out to Phil Freda directly at PhilFreda@yahoo.com.
Please note the new location:
8020 Villa Park Drive
Richmond, VA 23228.
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Volunteer Opportunity:
Rework Richmond
Volunteer opportunities range from resume preparation for employment consideration to financial coaching with participants.
Contact John Purnell via email, purnelljc@comcast.net,
Charles Layman via email,
nuord417@gmail.com, and/or
Todd Martin via email,
todddmartin@comcast.net, and let them know how you can help.
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Volunteer Opportunity:
Blood Drive
Our next blood drive is scheduled for Thursday, June 25th.
Make an appointment to give blood June 1 - 28 and qualify for a $15 e-gift card! Make summer shine for those in need.
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Volunteer Opportunity:
Project Homes
Build a ramp and join your fellow Rotarians for a morning of fun and community service. Accessibility is critical for safety and quality of life. Paul Shively is heading up this effort. Reach out to Paul directly at pshively@cbcllc.net.
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Project Warm
Did you know Project Warm is starting its 50th year of service?
Started in 1979, Project Warn volunteers have split wood at the wood lot and delivered wood to individuals who depend on wood only for their heat source.
Since 1994, Project Warm volunteers have traveled 33,000+ miles and have made deliveries to 8,000+ individuals!
All those deliveries today would fill an equivalent of 4,000+ full size pick up trucks with 2100 cords of wood, an estimated worth of $682,662 in today's market!
Contact Joe Kelleher via email with questions or if you know of a good lead!
Let's continue to make an impact for another 50 years.
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Tuesday, June 2
Club Assembly
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Tuesday, June 9
Shelly Barrick Parsons, Exec Director, Capital Trees LLC.
"Cultivating Vibrant Public Greenspaces in RVA"
Shelly Barrick Parsons is the Executive Director of Capital Trees, where she leads with a deep commitment to the relationship between people and the natural environment.
A graduate of Meredith College and Union Presbyterian Seminary (MACE, MDiv, PhD), Shelly has guided ministries and nonprofits, including serving as founding Executive Director of the Harless Center, a public-private partnership that built community-focused student housing.
She brings experience in growing and sustaining organizations, with an understanding of success that values both return on investment and the transformation of individuals and communities. Drawn to Capital Trees through her own love of being outside to reflect and connect, she knows firsthand the role public green spaces play in renewal, well-being, stewardship, and belonging.
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June 16
Odie Donald, Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Richmond
"Implementing City of Richmond Policy and Vision"
Odie Donald became CAO of Richmond in July 2025, bringing nearly two decades of executive-level experience in municipal government and a track record of leading high-impact local, state, and federally funded organizations and programs. He is a two-time Georgia State University graduate with a BA in History and an MBA in Executive Management.
He came to Richmond after serving as Chief of Staff to Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens. Previously, Donald served as City Administrator for both South Fulton and Augusta-Richmond County. In South Fulton, as the city's first City Manager, he built the local government from the ground up, eliminating a $25 million deficit, doubling revenues and delivering its inaugural strategic plan.
Donald is a recognized civic leader, having served as President of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators and on the Georgia Forward Board of Directors. In April of this year, he was named a charter member of the 100 Black Men of Greater Richmond.
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Tuesday, June 23
Nancy Toscano, Ph.D. President & CEO of Shineforth (formerly UMFS).
"Shining a Light on Shineforth's Legacy"
With a heart for service and a deep belief that every child deserves to be loved, protected, and empowered, Dr. Nancy Toscano leads Shineforth as its President & CEO. A licensed clinical social worker and seasoned nonprofit leader, Nancy has devoted more than 30 years to strengthening children and families, 19 of them with Shineforth.
Her work has taken her around the world, shaping her conviction that compassion and community can transform lives. Rooted in the values of her large, loving family (she's one of 11 siblings), Nancy brings warmth, wisdom, and dedication to everything she does, guiding Shineforth’s mission to help children and families find their inner light.
Nancy has a bachelor’s degree in social work from Siena University, a master of social work from New York University and a Ph.D. from VCU in public policy & administration.
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Tuesday, June 30
Installation of new officers and incoming Board
| | Service Above Self & Plus One Photos | |
Business Card Corner
If you would like to sponsor our Business Card Corner, please contact Katie Hellebush.
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Birthdays and Anniversaries
Let's wish our fellow Rotarians Happy Birthday and congratulations on their Rotary Anniversary!
| | | Member Birthdays |
| | Kelleher, Pamela Jean (PAM) | 2-Jun
| | Delandro, John S. III (JOHN) | 8-Jun
| | Caldwell, John B. H. (JOHN) | 13-Jun
| | Duvall, Charles R Jr. (CHUCK) | 14-Jun
| | McDonald, Geoffrey R. (GEOFF) | 19-Jun
| | Nachman, Ken (KEN) | 27-Jun
| | | | Member Anniversaries |
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| | Fater, Dale (DALE FATER) | 6/4/2025 | 1
| | Finkbeiner, Eric J. (ERIC) | 6/15/2021 | 5
| | Miller, Esson McKenzie Jr.(E. M.) | 6/20/2009 | 17
| | Ridenour, Tamara (TAMARA) | 6/26/2025 | 1
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Contact Us
For questions about club meetings or membership contact Jennifer Cubitt, Membership Chair at: jcubitt@dfs-capital.com
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Join Us
We meet every Tuesday from 12:30-1:30 PM at Lakeside Park Club, located at 1700 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, VA.
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