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We’re glad you’re here! This page is your go-to source for updates, announcements, and stories from the Rotary Club of Pittsboro. Here, you’ll find news about our service projects, community partnerships, upcoming events, and the incredible impact Rotary is making—locally and around the world.
The Rotary motto, Service Above Self, guides everything we do. It reminds us that true leadership and community building come from putting others first, and it is the spirit behind every project, program, and partnership we take on.
We invite you to check back often, get involved, and join us in making a difference. Together, we can turn small acts of service into lasting change.
Rotary Club of Pittsboro Partners with CORA to Fight Childhood Hunger in Chatham County
Rotary Club of Pittsboro Partners with CORA to Fight Childhood Hunger in Chatham County
The Rotary Club of Pittsboro is taking action to help ensure that no child in Chatham County goes hungry. Recognizing that many children face food insecurity when school is not in session, the club partnered with CORA Food Pantry to support its CORApacks program, which provides nutritious meals and snacks to children during weekends and school breaks.
This year, the Rotary Club of Pittsboro contributed just over $1,000 to help CORA distribute food to children throughout the school year. But their commitment went beyond financial support. Rotary members also volunteered their time, rolling up their sleeves to pack boxes filled with healthy, kid-friendly foods that are delivered directly to children’s homes each month.
“Food insecurity doesn’t take a break when school does,” said Roger Saunders, Rotary Club President. “We’re proud to partner with CORA to make sure kids in our community have what they need to grow, learn, and thrive.”
CORA’s CORApacks program serves hundreds of local children by providing dependable access to nutritious food outside of school hours. Through partnerships like this one, CORA and the Rotary Club of Pittsboro are working together to build a stronger, healthier, and more food-secure Chatham County.
Mark your calendars for a day when Pittsboro’s streets come alive with laughter, music, and the smell of good food—the Pittsboro Street Fair is back!
On Saturday, October 25th, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., rain or shine, downtown Pittsboro will transform into a vibrant hub of community spirit. Stroll down Hanks, Fayetteville, and Salisbury Streets and you’ll find yourself surrounded by more than 100 vendors—artisans showcasing their craft, local businesses sharing their specialties, nonprofits highlighting their work, and food vendors serving up delicious treats.
It’s more than just a fair; it’s a gathering place. Families can watch their children’s eyes light up with balloon art, giggles from face painting, and hands busy with kid-friendly activities. The beloved Trike Race rolls back into action from noon to 3:00 p.m.—where wobbly turns and fearless riders guarantee plenty of laughs and maybe a few surprise victories.
Music fills the air throughout the day with live performances on the main stage—from toe-tapping beats to sing-along favorites, there’s a rhythm for everyone. With free entry and shuttle service from Central Carolina Community College, the Street Fair is as welcoming as it is enjoyable.
But here’s what makes this day truly special: every smile, every purchase, and every shared moment of joy ripple outward into the community. Proceeds from the Street Fair fuel the Rotary Club of Pittsboro’s service projects, including:
● Karen S. Heilman Scholarships for local students
● CORA’s Turkey Tuesday food program
● Meals on Wheels deliveries for seniors
● Books for local students
● Adopt-a-Highway clean-up efforts
● Holiday Cards for Seniors
So when you come to the Pittsboro Street Fair, you’re not just enjoying a day of fun—you’re helping a student chase their dreams, putting a warm meal on a neighbor’s table, and reminding a senior they’re cared for and remembered.
Bring your friends, bring your family, and be part of a day where community shines brightest. We can’t wait to see you there!
Learn more at www.rotaryofpittsboro.org/pittsboro-street-fair.
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