02/21/2026
Sharing this on behalf of East Fishkill Rotary Club!
As the cold weather hibernation period continues and you are on the inside taking inventory, please remember as you clean out your closets that your East Fishkill Rotary Club has two clothing sheds. In addition to our local efforts, we designate a portion of the money we earn with you donations toward an international relief program called Shelter Box-With your help we have been able to donate 3 full ShelterBox setups in this past year, and we are very close to number four.
ShelterBox is an international disaster relief organization that partners closely with Rotary. When disaster strikes — whether from earthquakes, hurricanes, conflict, or displacement — ShelterBox provides emergency shelter and essential supplies to families who have lost everything. It is often the very first step toward stability, dignity, and hope for families facing unimaginable circumstances.
Each ShelterBox can contain life-saving items such as:
• A durable family tent designed to withstand extreme weather
• Blankets and thermal liners
• Solar lights
• Water purification supplies
• Cooking equipment and basic tools
Rotary has partnered with ShelterBox for over two decades, and together Rotarians around the world have helped deliver shelter and supplies to millions of people in crisis. It’s a powerful example of how local action connects to global impact.
It means that a family somewhere in the world will have protection, warmth, and a safe place to regroup during one of the most vulnerable moments of their lives.
We believe that compassion has no borders.
