The Franklin Noon Rotary Club was chartered on January 13, 1948, by Judge Jim Warren, with founding members including Dr. Harry Guffee, Rev. Henry Moberly, and Bill Miller. Shortly after its establishment, in the winter of 1948, the Club sought a meaningful fundraising project, and the idea of the Franklin Rodeo was born. Following months of dedicated work and prayer, the first Franklin Rodeo debuted in May 1949 and was a resounding success.
Since then, every member of the Franklin Noon Rotary Club has played a vital role in the planning and production of this cherished community event. Now, over seven decades later, the Franklin Noon Rotary Club continues to make a significant impact. The Club has proudly distributed millions to local charities and programs, fulfilling Rotary’s mission of “Service Above Self.”
To learn more about the Franklin Noon Rotary Club and its initiatives, visit our website at www.FranklinNoonRotary.com.