Dexter, Missouri - The Rotary Club in Dexter is asking for donations of non-perishable foods.  They will host a Food Drive at Harps in downtown Dexter on Saturday, October 10^th from 9:00 a.m. – 1 p.m.

All donations will got o the Stoddard County Gospel Mission.  According to Kim Slavings, Director of the Mission, "We are in need of non-perishable foods such as peanut butter, spaghetti, canned vegetables, canned fruit, cereal, rice beans, boxed drinks, soups, crackers, boxed cornbread, Ramen, mac&cheese, and canned tuna."

All donations will go to the Stoddard County Gospel Mission to help those in need in Stoddard County.

 The Rotary Club holds several community dinners, works a food booth at the Stoddard County Fair, hosts numerous blood drives, and an annual 4 Person Golf Scramble in the summer to raise money for many local groups.  Their motto is Service Above Self and they work hard all year long to give to many area people who are less fortunate.

The Dexter Rotary Club meets weekly for breakfast or lunch and is currently looking for new members.  If you are interested in becoming a member contact Mr. Jack Rodgers at 573-624-5762 or jrod63841@yahoo.com or Dee Loflin at 573-614-4804. 

Their motto is Service Above Self!

The Dexter Rotary Club also sponsors a student led group, Interact, and any Stoddard County high school student is eligible to join.  They meet once per month on the first Sunday.

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