Projects

Check Out The Community Initiatives We Support!

Founded in 1905, Rotary International is built on the belief that ordinary people can take initiative to create extraordinary change in their communities. Through self-led service projects, Rotary members identify local needs, mobilize volunteers, and invest their time, talent, and resources to address challenges ranging from hunger and education to health and community development. Rooted in the motto “Service Above Self,” Rotary empowers individuals to step forward—not because they have to, but because they care—strengthening neighborhoods, building meaningful relationships, and creating lasting impact both locally and around the world.

Monroe Twp Food Pantry

The Williamstown Sunrise Rotary Club sponsors and provides volunteers and services to the Monroe Twp Food Pantry. We work with Cub Scout Pack 161 and Scouts BSA Troop 57 twice per year on a Scouting for Food Drive at our local ShopRite to help stock the pantry. Donations are also accepted.

Address: 408 Church St, Williamstown, NJ (Little League Concession Stand Building)

Hours: Fridays from 9:30am - 11:30am

Blood Drives

Our club hosts periodic American Red Cross blood drives at the Free Public Library of Monroe Twp. Check back for future dates!

Scholarships

Every year, our club awards two scholarships to Williamstown High School graduates attending college or trade schools!

Annual Pictures with Santa

Each December our club hosts community families to come out and take free pictures with Santa himself! Children have the opportunity to write and mail letters to Santa and enjoy hot chocolate and treats! We also collect donations for Toys for Tots at this event!

Cub Scout Pack 161 & Scouts BSA Troop 57

The Williamstown Sunrise Rotary is proud to be the Charter Partner of Cub Scout Pack 161 (Youth grades K-5) and Scouts BSA Troop 57 (Boys ages 11-17) of Williamstown!

Check out Pack 161 at the link below!

https://www.facebook.com/williamstownpack161

Interact Club at Williamstown High School

We're proud to sponsor the Williamstown HS Interact Club. Interact bring together young people ages 12-18 to develop leadership skills while discovering the power of Service Above Self.

Click here to discover Interact!

Past Projects

These projects have been major, high-impact projects our club have completed in our community! They can still be found around Williamstown, so look out for them and let us know if there are major projects you think our community needs!

Williamstown Sunrise Handicapped-Accessible Playground at Mary Mazza Duffy Memorial Park

Williamstown Sun Playground Article

Sunrise Comfort Bears & Blankets

Our club donates funds to the Monroe Twp PD to provide stuffed animals and blankets to children experiencing crisis in the community. Our club has committed to continuing this effort to provide more as they are needed!

NBC10 News coverage of Sunrise Comfort Bears & Blankets

Williamstown Bike Trail Emergency Services Connected Mile Markers

Our club provided the funds to install emergency services connected mile markers on the Williamstown Bike Trail to make it easier for first responders to respond to calls along the trail.