
Donna Holwell Scholarship for Eldercare
- From $1,000 to $1,000
- Closing date : July 1, 2022
The Rotary Club of Orangeville Highlands is a volunteer service club based in Orangeville, Ontario that raises funds and distributes Community Choice Grants and other donations to local non-profits, charities and community groups, while also supporting Rotary International initiatives such as End Polio Now. View Rotary Club of Orangeville Highlands (RCOH)'s website for more information.



The Rotary Club of Orangeville Highlands is a community-based service club serving Orangeville, Mono, north Caledon and the surrounding area in Ontario, Canada. Over more than 30 years, its members have raised in excess of $2 million to improve lives locally and around the world. As part of the global Rotary International network, the club channels volunteer time and financial resources into projects that strengthen communities and address pressing social needs.
The club is particularly known for its Rotary Community Choice Grants program, through which it provides direct financial support to local non-profit organizations. Residents are invited to nominate and vote for their favourite community groups, and selected organizations receive grants, such as the $3,000 awards announced for the 2025 recipients. Past beneficiaries include initiatives in food and farming, choral and theatre arts, and amateur sports, reflecting a broad commitment to culture, recreation and community well-being.
In addition to these grants, the club donates to many local charities and community events, and contributes to Rotary International priorities like the End Polio Now campaign. Funds are typically generated through fundraising events such as galas, seasonal celebrations and other community activities organized by members.
Funding from the Rotary Club of Orangeville Highlands supports a wide range of organizations, from arts and culture groups to youth sports clubs and social or food-security initiatives. By combining hands-on volunteer service with targeted financial assistance, the club helps strengthen local organizations’ capacity to deliver programs, while also contributing to global health and development efforts through the larger Rotary network.