Dear Rotarians,
It is my pleasure to bring you the latest edition of our District Newsletter. Inside, you will find a diverse range of contributions – from reflections on the wonderful celebration of the 100th anniversary of the founding of the first Rotary club in the territory of today’s District 2240, to the introduction of today’s Rotary Club Prague and its president, our new Assistant Governors, and articles that remind us of the strength of our activities and the relevance of Rotary values in the present day.
This issue also includes invitations to inspiring events and reminders of other important anniversaries and club celebrations within our district. And the beautiful podcast about the handicamp organised by RC Valtice-Břeclav.
We believe these stories and events will not only enrich you but also inspire you to continue in service.
I wish you an enjoyable reading experience.
With warm regards,
Katarína Čechová
Editor-in-Chief of the Newsletter
On September 13, 2025, the representative halls of the Lobkowicz Palace in Prague hosted the celebrations of the 100th anniversary of the founding of the first Rotary club in the territory of today’s District 2240 – the Rotary Club of Prague. The event took place under the auspices of the President of the Czech Republic, Petr Pavel. The festive day connected history, the present, and a vision for the future, and became an exceptional occasion where Rotarians from the Czech Republic and Slovakia gathered together with distinguished domestic and international guests.
Rotary Club Prague International invites all clubs from District 2240 to participate in a ceremonial tree planting in honor of 100 years of Rotary in our countries. The event will take place symbolically on October 28, 2025, in Vestec near Prague.
We invite clubs and officers of District 2240 to promptly submit nominations for our candidate to the Rotary International Council on Legislation.
Pavol Šalátek
RC Bratislava Danube
Martin Walter
RC Český Krumlov
During the first autumn weekend of this year, the historic town of Kroměříž became the focal point for a gathering of inbound students on the Rotary Youth Exchange Czechia programme. The three-day Orientation Meeting offered a rich programme packed with education, team-building activities and the sharing of experiences. Running in parallel was a meeting of Rotarians and Saturday training for Youth Exchange Officers (YEOs).
I can still remember the moment I was leaving Prague. I will never forget it. My stomach was in knots, my hands were trembling, yet I kept trying to look as though everything was fine. That nervous feeling remains inside me even now; when I think back, I can almost feel it in my body again. The moment you pass through the turnstiles, it starts: the silence, the solitude — completely different from what you know at home, a kind you cannot grasp until you live it. Suddenly you realise you are entirely on your own.
The end, the curtain falls - we can go home, quite literally. Inbound students, pack your suitcases, check in online, have a good cry, and take your seats on the flight back to your homeland. The 2024/25 exchange programmes have finished, bringing to a close the most beautiful year I have experienced so far.
You are warmly invited to the celebratory charter marking the 100th anniversary of Rotary in Hungary, taking place on Saturday, 29 Nov 2025 at the Eiffel Art Studios in Budapest.
At the beginning of September, the Romanian city of Iași hosted the Rotary Youth Exchange conference for Europe, the Eastern Mediterranean and Africa (EEMA).
The event was attended by 159 participants from 29 countries and 77 districts. The largest delegations came from Brazil (36), Mexico (16), Taiwan (11) and the USA together with France (10). Our district D2240 was represented by four delegates, three of whom were from Slovakia.
President + Secretary / Executive Secretary
ALUMNI Month - club events with former LTEx and STEx participants
District officer (registered association / non-profit)
At the Rebound Meeting, students who have returned from spending the 2024/25 academic year abroad traditionally come together. All exchange participants therefore have the chance to share their experiences and impressions with one another.
Preliminary programme
The event is organised by Rotary Youth Exchange Czechia, z. ú., and ROTEX.
Rotary Club Stupava – Záhorie cordially invites all sports enthusiasts to the 4th edition of its shooting competition, taking place on October 4th, 2025 at the shooting range in Gajary. Proceeds from the event will go to a charitable cause.
Dear Rotary friends,
We warmly invite you to an exceptional occasion - the joint celebration of the 30th anniversary of Rotary Club Nitra and the 20th anniversary of Rotary Club Nitra Harmony. The event will be held in the historic surroundings of Apponyi Manor in Oponice on 11 October 2025, beginning at 17:00.
This anniversary is not only a tribute to the decades of service, friendship and community benefit provided by our clubs, but also an opportunity to come together, share Rotary values and build new bridges of cooperation - all in keeping with this year’s Rotary International theme, “Unite for Good”.
Full details regarding the programme, registration and accommodation are available here: https://forms.gle/iDE5Sz29DR3iAbqZ8.
We look forward to your participation.
With respect and Rotary greetings,
Robert Plevka
President, Rotary Club Nitra
Peter Grafenau
President, Rotary Club Nitra Harmony
Dear Rotarians, dear friends,
It has now been 30 years since the Rotary Club of Třebíč was re-established. During this time, we have achieved much that has benefited those in need of our assistance - be it support for people with disabilities or the encouragement of young students. Our 30th anniversary celebration is a rare opportunity to look back and reflect on our history.
We therefore cordially invite you to the official gathering marking this milestone, to be held on 18 October 2025 in the Stone Hall of the Vysočina Museum in Třebíč. The event will be accompanied by a rich programme, including the theatre performance “Zmrazovač - Il Congelatore” and a guided tour of Třebíč, taking in the Basilica of St Procopius.
The invitation with the full programme and registration form is enclosed.
With warm regards,
Marie Smrčková
President of RC Třebíč 2025/26
Rotary Club Prostějov warmly invites you to a festive event on the occasion of the 90th anniversary of the founding of Rotary Club Prostějov and the 30th anniversary of the renewal of its activities.
Rotary Club Přerov will celebrate the 90th anniversary of its founding and the 30th anniversary of its revival. You are warmly invited to join us for a festive evening filled with fellowship, memories, and inspiration.
Dear Rotarian friends,
Our club, situated in the very heart of the Moravian wine-growing region, is pleased to invite you to the XXth Extraordinary Meeting of our club, combined with the traditional club lecture on the topical theme: “Service above Self”. The meeting will also include a tasting of this year’s young wine.
The event will take place on Friday, 7 November 2025, from 19:00 at the Hotel Kraví Hora, Bořetice. The tasting of young wine will be complemented by a gastronomic experience: roast goose prepared by the hotel restaurant.
Hello and a wonderful day to you all,
On behalf of my friend, colleague, fellow Rotarian and outstanding golfer Honza Trstka, I would like to invite you to a charity golf tournament to be held on Friday, 10 October 2025 at Hluboká nad Vltavou.
Further details can be found in the attached invitation, or by calling +420 777 281 159 (Jan Trstka).
Wishing you a lovely day, a relaxed autumn, plenty of golfing joy and, above all, every success!
Jiří Bureš
President, IGFR - Czech Republic
Summer has flown by, and some of us are already heading back to the classroom.
That makes it the perfect time to remember how our holidays began - with HandiCamp 2025!
At last, the promised video highlights are here: a week packed with laughter, friendship, adventure and unforgettable moments.
Thank you to everyone who took part - whether you were at the camp in person or supporting us from afar.
Without you, HandiCamp wouldn’t be what it is.
Come and relive those memories with us!
Bára Sládková, RC Valtice Břeclav
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