During the second night of the 75th Annual Hopkinsville Rotary Auction on Tuesday at the Memorial Building, local schools showcased their fundraising efforts, raising a grand total of $31,955.90.
Contributions included:
- Saints Peter & Paul Catholic School raised $1,400
- Heritage Christian Academy raised $3,384.24
- University Heights Academy raised $4,500 — and won a $1,000 grant for highest per capita fundraising, with $10.56 per student donated
- Christian County Public Schools raised a combined $22,671.66
Planter’s Bank invests $100,000 in future business leaders
A major highlight Tuesday night was the announcement of $100,000 from Planters Bank’s to launch the Rotary Impact Business Scholarship. The commitment will be paid over five years — with $20,000 going toward this year’s auction — and funds will be awarded to students pursuing business degrees. Recipients will be given the opportunity to intern or work part-time at Planter’s Bank to gain experience, auction chairman Landan Stallons announced.
Hopkinsville Rotary Foundation awards two grants
Christian County Public Schools
A $20,000 grant was awarded to Christian County Public Schools for a literacy program to expand dyslexia interventions across the district.
The district partnered with the Dyslexia System of the Pennyrile this year to bring The Barton System to students at Freedom Elementary. The grant funds will allow CCPS to continue the program and expand it to other students in the district, said K-6 Instructional Supervisor Michelle Walden.
Saints Peter and Paul School
A $7,500 matching grant was awarded to the Saints Peter and Paul School’s Interact Club, which raised more than $6,000 to support its Divine Drops Water Project. The effort supports providing safe and clean drinking water to children in Nigeria.
Auction Info
Whether you’re hunting for a unique item, craving comfort food, or looking to support local students, the auction offers something for everyone.
- When: 6-9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 6-10 p.m. Friday and 6 p.m. until the last item is sold Saturday
- Where: Memorial Building, 1202 S. Virginia St.
- How (to watch and listen): On Hopkinsville Rotary’s website, on WHOP Radio 98.7 FM, on Spectrum channel 376, or on Facebook and YouTube
- How (to place a bid): Call 270-885-7500 during auction hours
- How (to donate): Call 270-886-3034 or donate online. The Hour Club, which funds scholarships through contributions equal to one hour of tuition at Hopkinsville Community College ($189 this year). Smaller donations are welcomed through the Goat Club.
Rotary Diner
A hidden gem of auction week is the Rotary Diner & Sweet Shop, serving up affordable, homestyle meals.
Lunch
- Tuesday-Friday: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
- To-go orders: 270-885-8424
Dinner
- Monday-Saturday: 5-8 p.m.
Menu highlights include pulled pork sandwiches, pork chops, fried bologna, chicken fingers and pizza by the slice. Each night also features a special:
- Thursday: Smoked pit chicken plates
- Friday: Catfish fillet plates
- Saturday: Ribeye sandwiches
Boston Butts
The Rotary announced on Tuesday that Boston butts will now be available for a discounted $40, while supplies last.
This week’s tally
- Monday: $130,203.76
- Tuesday: $77,861.86
- Total So Far: $208,065.62
Julia Hunter is the engagement editor for Hoptown Chronicle. Reach her at julia@hoptownchronicle.org.
