Even though the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak is impacting The Rotary Club of Scottsdale weekly meeting way of life, the club is still serving Scottsdale.

The club’s board joined together via phone/internet to approve a $10,000 donation from the Rotary Club of Scottsdale’s Foundation to Scottsdale’s Vista Del Camino, according to a press release.

Vista del Camino provides a variety of services to Scottsdale residents to prevent homelessness, meet the basic needs of individuals and families in crisis, relieve economic and emotional stress and assist individuals to maintain self-sufficiency.

Scottsdale Community Partner programs provide crisis support to three primary populations living in poverty within Scottsdale: youth, families, and seniors/disabled adults.

All participants are screened by City of Scottsdale social workers as living below defined poverty guidelines, ensuring our programs and services are reaching those in true need.

“It is important to help those in need at this time. several members have made food donations to Vista Del Camino and assisted with the pickup and delivery of the donated goods,” said Club Vice President-Elect, Christopher West. “The club is searching for community matching gifts to augment this $10,000 donation. If you can donate monies, call 480-945-6158. To donate food and/or household goods, call Vista Del Camino at 480-312-2323.”

Scottsdale Mayor and Honorary Rotarian Jim Lane acknowledged the club’s gift.

“This is but another wonderful example of how the members of Rotary Club of Scottsdale demonstrate the values they espouse and their commitment to the safety and betterment of our community. In these times this donation is particularly meaningful for those who have been thrown into a situation of physical and financial uncertainty. As Mayor of Scottsdale, and on behalf of our citizens, thank you,” Mr. Lane said.

Scottsdale Community Partners Executive Director Jenny Adams and Angela Bravo-Gallagher of Vista Del Camino expressed their gratitude for the donation as well.

“We are so deeply grateful to Rotary Club of Scottsdale for this generous donation that will help us provide for Scottsdale’s most vulnerable citizens. Thank you for your ongoing commitment to Scottsdale,” Ms. Adams said.

While Ms. Bravo-Gallagher said this donation will allow Vista del Camino to help its Scottsdale neighbors at a critical time.

For more information go to scottsdalerotary.org.