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Lisa Moultrie is a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in government administration. Currently serving as the Deputy Chief Assistant District Attorney of DeKalb County, she oversees the office’s Diversion and Community Alternatives Programs. Moultrie also serves as Board Chair for COR, a nonprofit organization that seeks to remove race- and poverty-based inequities among students and their communities. She is also a longtime member of the Junior League of DeKalb County. Moultrie holds a Juris Doctorate from Georgia State University College of Law and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Georgia. Her legal expertise is complemented by a keen interest in alternative justice solutions, and her professional journey reflects a strong dedication to justice and community welfare.
GREETERS THIS WEEK
Alan Yorker and Harl Pike
Weekly luncheon meetings begin at 12:15 pm
on Fridays unless otherwise noted.
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JULY 25
MEETING/SPEAKER: Sharon Steele Habitat for Humanity DeKalb
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AUGUST 1
MEETING Alex Urban
PGA Tour Championship, Atlanta
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AUGUST 7
THIRSTY THURSDAY Location TBA
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AUGUST 8
MEETING David Post
Care For Cops
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AUGUST 15
MEETING Speaker TBA
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AUGUST 22
MEETING Lisa Moultrie
DeKalb County DA's Office
Opportunities to Host and to Travel: Rotary Youth Exchange 2025-2026
Become a Host Family
Decatur Rotary will host a new exchange student, Max, from Taiwan, for the upcoming school year, and we still need two more host families. Hosting a Rotary International high school exchange student is a life-enhancing experience for your entire family. It’s a unique opportunity to get new perspectives, explore new customs, and share American culture and community with others. Most of all, you’ll build special friendships and connections that last a lifetime. By opening your hearts and home you share in international understanding and fellowship.
Want to know more? Click here for more details about hosting requirements. Contact John Bennett for more information.
Apply to Attend High School in Another Country
Know a student who would enjoy an immersive experience abroad? Applications for the 2026-2027 school year will open on August 1, 2025, and the application deadline is October 15, 2025.
Student applicants must be 14 to 17 years old at the time they apply. Students pay a non-refundable application fee of $150 to be considered for the program. Rotary International has one of the biggest student exchange programs in the world. About 10,000 high school students participate in the exchange each year worldwide. The program allows students to immerse themselves in a different culture.
Want to know more?Click here for more details about studying abroad. Contact John Bennett for more information.
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SERVICE PROJECT: FODAC Equipment Drive, August 9
Decatur Rotary volunteers at last year’s FODAC drive.
The next FODAC (Friends of Disabled Adults and Children) home medical equipment drive is happening on Saturday, August 9, 2025, 9 am to 1 pm, hosted by the DeKalb Rotary Council. Gently used items like wheelchairs, walkers, scooters, and pediatric equipment will be collected at the 57th Fighter Squadron Restaurant, next to PDK Airport.
Our club has long participated in this annual service project. Make plans to be there!
Contact Bob Ettensohnwith questions.
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Service Project: Food for Hagar’s House
Shara Sanders delivering food.
Every week, we pack up our lunch surplus and deliver it to Hagar’s House on Church Street (close to Twain’s). Hagar’s House is an emergency shelter for families with children and is a program of Decatur Cooperative Ministries, one of Decatur Rotary’s longtime partners.
We need people to help with two tasks: packing up food and driving it to the shelter. Your participation counts toward our club’s service project numbers.
To deliver the food to Hagar’s, just down Church Street, please sign up here.
Thanks for your help!
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Welcome, New Members!
Last week, we inducted Willie Acree and Jack Kirivong into our club. They are already eager to get involved, so be sure to say hello and introduce yourself to them!
Willie Acree | commercial real estate broker
Jack Kirivong | global logistics executive
Inducting new members! (L to R): Lawrence Sharp, Kelly Caudle, Alison Weissinger, Jack Kirivong, Willie Acree, and Mitch Simmons.
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Milestones | July
Club Anniversaries
James Smith, 42 years
Carl Seville, 16 years
John Drake, 16 years
Birthdays
Alison Weissinger, 12 years
Douglas Tozzi, 11 years
Gyimah Whitaker, 2 years
Dee Raeside, July 1
James Herndon, July 2
Linton Broome, July 6
Harl Pike, July 7
Leo Ladefian, July 7
Tim Moore, July 8
Walt Drake, July 10
Barbara Tedrow, July 17
Joe Kusmik, July 17
John Bennett, July 21
Bryan Markowitz, July 22
Marion Curry, July 27
Al Adams, July 30
Friday, July 11 Recap Program: Cristina Montesinos, Abstract Painter
Alison Weissinger (L) with lunch speaker Cristina Montesinos
Last week was Alison Weissinger’s first meeting as club president. Jamaal Ellis gave the invocation. Maria Alvarez introduced our speaker, Cristina Montesinos, a full-time abstract painter. Cristina spoke about the power of art to change or influence the energy and mood of a space, whether a private, indoor room or a public, outdoor area. She explained how art can also change the observer and the artist and be a vehicle for expression, connection, and healing.
Our Decatur Club continues to grow! We inducted two new members to our club: Willie Accree, introduced by visiting Rotarian Mitch Simmons, and Jack Kirivong, introduced by Kelly Caudle.
Visitors included Lisa Moultrie, guest of Doug Tozzi; Taylor Groff, guest of Alison Weissinger; Danya Kulyk, guest of Todd Speed; Kaylee Kirivong, guest of Jack Kirivong; and Mitch Simmons, visiting Rotarian from the Marietta Metro club.
Scenes from our most recent meeting and events. Individuals are identified from left to right.
