Rotary's Indoor Playground @ the YMCA
In November of 2025, Bemidji Rotary Club members agreed to our largest philanthropic commitment in the club's 91-year history, making possible an indoor, inclusive playground in Bemidji's coming YMCA.
Our club's aggressive donation was the result of the clear alignment this project has with so many of Rotary International's areas of focus. These include maternal and child health, basic education and literacy, and community economic development. It's also in the DNA of the Bemidji Rotary Club, which has for decades has been supporting playground and place space initiatives around our community.
With support from our friends at the Bemidji Sunrise Rotary Club, the Bemidji Rotary Club will be focusing the majority of our fundraising efforts on this new five-year commitment.
Bemidji Rail Corridor Development
The new YMCA is the anchor and enabler of cleanup and development across the entire rail corridor site, located adjacent to Bemidji's historic downtown. Multiple hotels and unique housing, restaurant, retail, and extensive park and green space are anticipated, with ground breaking expected for initial projects in August.
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