The Melissa Rotary Club and local volunteers supported the community and City Parks Department by spreading huge piles of new mulch under playgrounds and trees.
Melissa Rotary sponsors quarterly social opportunities for people of all ages to build relationships with senior members of the Melissa Community at the Gala Apartments.
On October 17, 2026, the Melissa Rotary Club joined the festivities at Cardinal Renaissance Academy’s First Annual Cardinal Faire fundraiser. What a fantastic event it was! With hundreds of people in attendance, the day was filled with excitement, laughter, and community spirit. It was truly a Fun(d) Raiser!
Members of the Melissa Rotary Club joined fellow Rotarians at the District 5810 Polio Walk to support Rotary's global mission to eradicate polio.
At our Community Luncheon, held on the 2nd Thursday of each month, the Melissa Rotary Club had the pleasure of welcoming Jennifer Shelton from RealOptions, a non-profit organization that has been quietly doing big work across North Texas for decades. Founded back in 1987, RealOptions operates with a clear motto: "Supporting Families. Strengthening Communities." Driven by a team of 34 dedicated staff members and 74 passionate volunteers, their heart is centered on four main pillars - Educate, Empower, Equip, and Encourage Beyond the Decision.
Rotarians from across District 5810 came together on Aug. 21 for the 2025–2026 Emerald City Awards Gala, an evening of fellowship, celebration, and recognition. With the theme “There’s No Place Like Home,” the event was a fitting tribute to the people and clubs that make Rotary such a special part of communities throughout North Texas.
Among those honored was Mike Schell of the Melissa Rotary Club, who received a Star Award for his outstanding work leading the club’s Flag Lease Program.
