Walk to End Alzheimer’s
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Walk to End Alzheimer’s

November 14, 2026 10:00 AM 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Manhattan, NY

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Programs & Events

Join us for engaging speakers, community service, and fellowship.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s
November 14, 2026
10:00 AM

Walk to End Alzheimer’s

2026 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Manhattan, NY

Welcome to the Rotary People of Action NYC team page! ​As Rotarians, community leaders, and neighbors across New…

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Recent Past Events

A look back at our recent programs and community activities.

Oct 14

RCMNYC | Formal Meeting – Wednesday, 10/14: Lead Under Pressure – Why Endurance Isn’t Resilience Kim Kelly

Please Join the Rotary Club of Metro NYC as we welcome Kim Kelly is the Founder of AVENNI,…

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Oct 3

Join us for an afternoon of fellowship, fun, and spirit at Oktoberfest! 🍻🍂

Come raise a glass, connect with fellow Rotarians and friends, and enjoy a relaxed afternoon together as we…

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Sep 26

Find Your Inner Peace in Central Park 

      Find Your Inner Peace in Central Park  Take a break from the city’s hustle and…

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Sep 20

Neighborhood Supper — Community Meal Service

Come and Join Rotaract NYC for our monthly Neighborhood Supper, a community meal service in partnership with the…

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Sep 12

Service Project on 9/12 : In recognition of the 25th anniversary of September 11

Join Rotary Metro NYC & friends on 9/12 as part of the 9/11 Day of Service Project. In…

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Sep 9

Experience to Impact: A Rotary Peace Fellow’s Journey

Join the Rotary Club of Metro NYC as we welcome Shakeel Ahmed  Rotary Peace Fellow at University of…

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Aug 27

Rotary Metro NYC After 5: Rooftop Edition

  Rotary Metro NYC After 5: Rooftop Edition Join us for our next Rotary Metro NYC After 5…

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Aug 19

NYSE Closing Bell Experience with Rotary Metro NYC Member Only

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Jul 26

Find Your Inner Peace in Central Park 

      Find Your Inner Peace in Central Park  Take a break from the city’s hustle and…

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Jul 7

2026/27 President Installation Ceremony

Dear Friends, You’re warmly invited to join us for one of our favorite evenings of the year—our Rotary…

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The latest from our club

Moving Service Forward

50+
Service Projects
24
Years of Service
9+
Countries Represented
Rotary Club members together at a group event
RCMNYC members visiting The Met museum
Members at the Gift of Life gala
Holiday community outing with members
Members at a club meeting

Who We Are

The Rotary Club of Metro New York City is a diverse group of professionals and community leaders united by the Rotary motto: Service Above Self. Since 2002, we have been making a difference locally and internationally.

  • Community service projects throughout the year
  • Professional networking and leadership development
  • International humanitarian initiatives
  • Engaging speaker programs and social events
Learn More About Us

Our Leadership

Meet the dedicated volunteers who guide our club (2026–2027).

Gerardo Aponte

Gerardo Aponte

President

Gizem Ozturk

Gizem Ozturk

Immediate Past President

Christian Rietzke

Christian Rietzke

Vice President

Fillipo Pederzoli

Fillipo Pederzoli

Secretary

Martin Nolan

Martin Nolan

Treasurer

Jeremy Broomfield

Jeremy Broomfield

Director of Membership

Parisa Pirooz

Parisa Pirooz

Director of Communications

Ed Aristilde

Ed Aristilde

Director of Communications

Cecily Smith

Cecily Smith

Director of Community Projects

Ruchi Kumar

Ruchi Kumar

Director of Community Projects

Mary Shackleton

Mary Shackleton

Foundation Chair

Join Us for Our Next Meeting

We meet Wednesdays — check the calendar for dates and locations.

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