Run To End Polio and Walk For Peace
Join the world’s largest polio walk, run, or ride
LOCATION:
Schrom Hills Park | 6915 Hanover Parkway | Greenbelt, MD
DATE: October 24, 2026
TIME: 9:30 – 10:30 AM
1K-5K Walk/Run in Greenbelt, MD
Rotary District 7620 is pleased to announce a special World Polio Day and Peace program. We are bringing together two of Rotary’s important commitments (building peace and eradicating polio).
The morning will feature two activities:
- a Peace & Polio (1K-5K) walk-run at Schrom Hills Park in Greenbelt,
- plus a World Polio Day observance & program at the Greenbelt Community Center Gym, 11:00-12:15 PM.
LOCATION:
Schrom Hills Park
6915 Hanover Parkway, Greenbelt, MD
DATE: October 24, 2026
TIME: 9:30 – 10:30 AM
Walk with me for Peace and a
Polio-free world
Join the world’s largest polio walk, run, or ride
I am a polio survivor, and this cause is close to my heart. For more than 45 years, Rotary International and its partners have led the fight to protect children worldwide from polio. We are closer than ever to the finish line. Please walk with me and help us end polio for good.
Billy Louis, District 7620 PolioPlus Chair (2026-2027)
Why peace matters to ending Polio
Polio now survives mainly where war and instability keep health workers from reaching children. Every child we fail to cavinate leaves the door open for the virus to return. Building peace is how we finish the job, so that vaccinators can safely reach every child, in every community, everywhere.
Why join us
- Raise awareness of Rotary’s End Polio Now campaign across communities and generations.
- Register and purchase World Polio Day & Peace T-shirts; all proceeds support the PolioPlus effort.
- Energize your club and connect with neighbors who care about a humanitarian cause.
How your club takes part
- Join district clubs at the Greenbelt location for an exciting walk/run and World Polio Day program.
- Meet Rotarians across the district and start your walk together at 9:30 AM
- Team up with clubs in your neighborhood to participate in this local and global event.
• Outdoor Walk/Run • Indoor Program • Both
Purchase World Polio Day & Peace T-shirts at $25/ea. The proceeds from the event registration and T-shirt sales support Rotary’s PolioPlus effort.
A Welcome from DG Dawn
Greetings, Members of District 7620!
It is with great enthusiasm that I welcome you to Rotary Year 2026-2027! This is the year that we join together with our communities to “Create Lasting Impact” with Rotary International President Yinka Babalola.
The entire District leadership team is prepared to help each Club President and its members soar in the coming year. It will be an “Historic Year” with opportunities to share Rotary far and wide. Let’s get to work! Happy New Rotary Year 2026-2027!
As we move forward, we are not dictating specific projects but rather encouraging clubs to increase their activities and collaborate effectively. Remember, while we are part of a district, our strength and vibrancy originate from individual clubs. Further down this page you will find the six priorities that our district will focus on this Rotary year.
Thank you, and I look forward to a year of shared successes, and greater impact!
Best Wishes,
Dawn Wittfelt
District Governor 2026-27
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WHAT’S NEW
One Day. One Focus: Ending Polio
World Polio Day is a time for Rotary members, public health advocates, and all who want a world free from polio to come together, recognize our progress in the fight to end polio, and talk about the actions we need to take in order to end polio for good.
Be a Part of History
7620 District Conference
Friday, October 9 – Sunday, October 11, 2026
Merriweather Lakehouse, Columbia, MD
- Engaging keynotes from inspiring leaders who will ignite your passion for Rotary’s mission
- Dynamic breakout sessions covering a diverse range of topics
- Unforgettable networking opportunities to connect with fellow Rotarians and forge powerful collaborations.
2027 CONVENTION
Barcelona, Spain| 26-30 JUNE 2027
#Rotary27
District PRIORITIES
You can change lives with your gift
Through the generosity of people like you, our work has made a difference in the lives of millions around the world. Your gift to The Rotary Foundation allows us to improve communities by promoting peace, preventing disease, bolstering economic development, and providing clean water and sanitation.
Annual Fund Giving Status
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Annual Fund Actual Giving $224,906.10
(goal $800,000)
Polio Giving Status
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