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Congressional Recognition of the Bentonville Rotary Club's 100th Anniversary

Original title: RECOGNIZING 100 YEARS OF THE BENTONVILLE ROTARY CLUB

March 5, 2025

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The Frame

What this does

This document serves as an official federal record honoring a local organization's centennial, documenting its historical role in the development of Bentonville, Arkansas.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Bentonville Rotary Club members

The organization is the subject of official federal recognition.

Bentonville residents

Residents are the recipients of the club's local service projects and scholarship programs.

What changed

Last recorded activity March 5, 2025.

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Summary

Senator John Boozman formally recognized the Bentonville Rotary Club in the to celebrate its 100th anniversary of community service in northwest Arkansas. The statement highlights the club's history, its notable members, and its various local charitable contributions.

Key Facts

The Bentonville Rotary Club was founded in 1924.
The club is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2025.
The Rogers' Rotary Club sponsored the founding of the Bentonville Rotary Club.
Dave Peel served as the club's first president.
Sam Walton, founder of Walmart, was a member and leader of the club.
The club has sponsored additional clubs including Bentonville/Bella Vista Daybreak, Holiday Island, Bella Vista Sunrise, and the Bentonville Satellite club.
The club has donated over $15,000 in scholarships to Bentonville High School students.
The club supports local food banks and sponsors a library meeting room.
The club sponsors an exhibit at the Scott Family Amazeum.
The club organizes fundraisers including 'New Kids on the Block' and 'Snack Packs for Kids'.
The club has participated in city beautification projects, such as planting redbud trees along West Central Avenue.

Why It Matters

This document serves as an official federal record honoring a local organization's centennial, documenting its historical role in the development of Bentonville, Arkansas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this document?

It is an official statement entered into the by Senator John Boozman to honor the 100th anniversary of the Bentonville Rotary Club.

What specific contributions has the Bentonville Rotary Club made?

The club has provided over $15,000 in scholarships, supported local food banks, sponsored a library meeting room, funded an exhibit at the Scott Family Amazeum, and organized local fundraisers.

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Historical Growth Correlation

The document explicitly links the growth of the Bentonville Rotary Club to the population expansion of Bentonville from 2,300 to a major business hub.

Bentonville Rotary Club

Connected Entities

personJohn Boozman“U.S. Senator who introduced the statement.”Map →

organizationScott Family Amazeum“Recipient of club sponsorship.”Map →

personSam Walton“Walmart founder and former club leader.”Map →

locationBentonville High School“Recipient of scholarship funds.”Map →

personDave Peel“First president of the Bentonville Rotary Club.”Map →

organizationRogers' Rotary Club“Sponsor of the Bentonville Rotary Club's founding in 1924.”Map →

organizationBentonville Rotary Club“The subject of the recognition.”Map →

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