# Rotary Club polio eradication fundraising

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/rotary-club-polio-eradication-fundraising
> Updated: 2026-10-22T18:30:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Rotary Clubs in Springfield and Chemainus are conducting various community-based fundraising initiatives to support global polio eradication efforts.

In Springfield, the Rotary Club is running a “Pints for Polio” campaign through the Springfield Beer Company, where a portion of lager sales is donated to Rotary International. The club is also holding its 72nd Annual Penny Sale to fund local scholarships and community support.

In Chemainus, the Rotary Club is organizing a fundraiser at a local grocer in recognition of World Polio Day. The event includes food sales and the distribution of crocus bulbs, which serve as a symbol for the “End Polio Now” campaign. Club officials noted that despite significant reductions in global cases, the disease remains a priority to prevent its return.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-22: Chemainus Rotary Club hosts fundraiser for polio eradication

The Rotary Club of Chemainus will hold a fundraiser on Oct. 24 to support Rotary International’s global campaign to eradicate polio.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chemainus-rotary-club-hosts-fundraiser-for-polio-eradication

### 2026-10-04: Springfield Rotary Club hosts fundraisers for polio eradication and local community

The Rotary Club of Springfield is hosting multiple fundraisers, including a “Pints for Polio” campaign at Springfield Beer Company and its 72nd Annual Penny Sale to support local and global causes.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/springfield-rotary-club-hosts-fundraisers-for-polio-eradication-and-local-community

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Cite as: Rotary Club polio eradication fundraising. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/rotary-club-polio-eradication-fundraising