The Rotary Club of Dunwoody is the local chapter of Rotary International, the service organization known for “Service Above Self.” Outgoing club president Jack Sparks, owner of Mosquito Joe of North Atlanta, explains how the club runs, the projects it supports in Dunwoody and how to get involved.
This is the first of a few podcasts where I’ll be highlighting Rotary Club of Dunwoody members. Jack is the outgoing club president and owner of Mosquito Joe of North Atlanta.
We talk about everything from Rotary, mosquitoes and Cornerstone Christian Academy to how we met six years ago when I coached his son’s soccer team.
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What Does the Rotary Club of Dunwoody Do?
Rotary is the world’s largest service organization, and its motto is “Service Above Self.” The Rotary year starts July 1, and each president serves a one-year term that hands off to the next.
During Jack’s year, the Rotary Club of Dunwoody did cleanups at Bounds Gardens, hosted a speaker series with civic leaders, and provided supplies for children of human trafficking survivors. The club also supports Rotary’s polio eradication work and school outreach in Dunwoody.
Jack Sparks and Mosquito Joe of North Atlanta
Jack used to be a commercial banker. Then his daughter had a dangerous allergic reaction to a mosquito bite. That scare sent him researching franchises, and he opened Mosquito Joe of North Atlanta in 2014.
Today his crews treat yards in neighborhoods like Village Mill and Redfield so families can actually use their backyards in the Georgia summer.
Business and Service
What I like about Jack is how he blends the two. Mosquito Joe is his business, but Rotary is his heart. He’s a good example for any local business owner who wants to give back.
How to Join the Rotary Club of Dunwoody
The club is always looking for new members, and it’s one of the best ways to meet people if you’re new to town. Learn more at Rotary District 6900, and find Jack’s company at Mosquito Joe.
My Take
Groups like the Rotary Club of Dunwoody are a big part of why Dunwoody feels like a small town. If you want to get plugged in, show up to a meeting.
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Frequently Asked Questions About the Rotary Club of Dunwoody
What is the Rotary Club of Dunwoody?
The local chapter of Rotary International, a service organization built on “Service Above Self.” Members run community projects, host speakers and support causes like polio eradication.
When does the Rotary year start?
July 1. Each club president serves a one-year term.
What projects has the Rotary Club of Dunwoody done?
Cleanups at Bounds Gardens, a speaker series with civic leaders, supplies for children of human trafficking survivors and school outreach.
How do I join the Rotary Club of Dunwoody?
Visit the club page on the Rotary District 6900 website at rotary6900.org and reach out to attend a meeting.