The club was excited to host Devin Parks, Director of Economic Development of the Myrtle Beach Downtown Development Office. Organized in 2019 as a department within the City of Myrtle Beach Government, the Downtown Development Office provides leadership, vision and directs the implementation of the new Downtown Master Plan. Their prime roles are expanding downtown economic development, building […]
Join us Friday, October 24th for an unforgettable night of music, community, and purpose in support of ending polio now! The Carolina Opry – Time Warp The best music of the 60s, 70s, and 80s, blended with rich multimedia screens, special effects, and elaborate costuming. This fast-paced, high-energy show will take you back to […]
It was an honor to have District Governor Sandy Morckel visit the club this morning. A long-time Rotarian, she embodies #ServiceAboveSelf. She inspired us to #UniteForGood and to focus on Rotary’s Vision: Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change — across the globe, in our communities, and […]
The Rotary Club of Carolina Forest was grateful to be part of A Day of Hope again this year. This event helps students in need get ready for the new school year with school supplies, shoes, health screenings, and a whole lot of love. Volunteering alongside so many passionate people to support local students was […]
Stephanie Warren is the Executive Director of the Grand Strand Miracle Leagues. A Myrtle Beach native, she attended the University of South Carolina before moving to New York City to work in nonprofit theater for 10 years. She is a graduate of Leadership Grand Strand Class 44 and was elected to serve on the program’s […]
Gina Casazza founded EmpowerLit to help children build confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging through the power of storytelling. Her debut children’s book, You Really, Truly Do Belong, introduces Cosmo the Alien, a lovable character learning what it means to fit in. Her upcoming book, You Really, Truly Are Enough, continues Cosmo’s journey, teaching kids self-worth and inner […]
Giany Guedjo, Executive Director of Carolina Human Reinvestment spoke to the club about the work the organization is doing to mentor students and feed the community through their after-school programs and community garden. Born in Benin, West Africa, Giany moved to the United States in 2009. Since 2012, he has led the CHRSC team as […]
We’re thrilled to welcome Chris Kirchner to the Rotary Club of Carolina Forest! An experienced Rotarian, Chris has demonstrated his passion for service and a commitment to making a difference. He’s already making an impact in our community by participating in service projects before he even joined our club. We appreciate the opportunity to grow […]
Fellow Rotarian Michael Hesbach, Executive Director for the Eastern Chapter of the American Red Cross of South Carolina, spoke to the club about the work they do when disaster strikes. On March 1st, a wildfire started in our Carolina Forest community and the Red Cross was there, offering food, shelter, and other services to displaced […]