Welcome to the Rotary Club of Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania

Our club members are dedicated people who share a passion for community service and friendship. Becoming a Rotarian connects you with a diverse group who share your drive to give back.

Join us in Service Above Self!

We have two meetings each week...

Mondays 5:30 pm at Moo-Duck Brewery 79 S. Wilson St., Elizabethtown
Fridays 12:00 pm at Hennigan's Restaurant 1990 W. Main St., Mount Joy

January Students of the Month

Elizabethtown Area High School is proud to recognize its January Rotary Club Students of the Month: Avery Grosh and Nick Lin. This honor celebrates students who exemplify excellence in academics, leadership, service, and involvement within the school and greater community.

Avery is the daughter of Mark Collin and Erin Grosh of Elizabethtown.

Avery is a strong student who has maintained consistent academic success throughout high school. She is a member of the National Honor Society, demonstrating commitment to the pillars of scholarship, leadership, service, and character, and is a regular member of the Honor Roll. Avery has earned numerous academic and activity-based honors throughout her high school career. Through the school’s Underclass Awards Program, she was selected by school faculty and administration to receive both the Chemistry II Award of Excellence and the President’s Award for Educational Excellence, recognizing her outstanding academic achievement and dedication to learning.

Avery has been selected multiple times for the Lancaster-Lebanon Music Educators Association County Orchestra, reflecting her excellence in music. She has also earned various program awards in Mountain Bike Club, Rugby, and Tennis, recognizing her leadership, positive attitude, mentorship, and athletic growth.

Highly involved in school activities, Avery has participated in Human Rights Club, Model United Nations, American Red Cross Club, Mountain Bike Club, Rugby, Track and Field, Tennis, Chamber Strings, Festival Strings, Roots and Shoots, Jump Start, and the Superintendent’s Advisory Council.

Avery is also actively engaged in the community, volunteering at Masonic Village, where she extends her commitment to service beyond the school setting. In addition to her academic and volunteer involvement, Avery maintains a strong work ethic through her employment as Fountain Staff at The Jigger Shop in Mount Gretna and as a Farm Market Associate and Shift Lead at Masonic Village in Elizabethtown.

After graduation, Avery plans to attend a post-secondary institution with an undecided major.

Nick is the son of Tao Lin and Ying Ying Ni of Elizabethtown.

Nick is a strong student who has demonstrated consistent academic success throughout high school. He is a member of the National Honor Society, reflecting his commitment to the pillars of scholarship, leadership, service, and character. He has earned several academic honors, including the Bausch & Lomb Honorary Science Award presented by the University of Rochester, awards for outstanding performance in AP Macroeconomics, AP Biology, Honors Competition Science I, and 20th Century History, and the Woodmen of the World Award.

Nick demonstrates leadership and service through his role as a Mini-THON Captain, helping to support pediatric cancer research and inspire school-wide participation.

Beyond school, he volunteers with Camp Ladybug, where he contributes his time and energy to supporting children and families.

Looking ahead, Nick plans to attend college and pursue a double major in computer science and business, combining his strengths in analytical thinking and leadership to prepare for future career opportunities.

December Students of the Month

Jebbeh Ngafua

Jebbeh is the daughter of Manjoe Ngafua of Folcroft, PA, and Hawah Fahnbulleh of Darby, PA.

Jebbeh is a committed leader and an active member of the school community. She serves as Co-captain of the Student Lighthouse Team, is a member of the Human Rights Club, and holds the position of Treasurer for Pep Club. In addition, she contributes as a Link Crew Leader, helping to support and mentor younger students.

Athletically, Jebbeh is a standout on the Varsity Track and Field Team, where she is the school record holder in the triple jump. Her accomplishments include earning the Coaches Award, being named the Pan Ram Invitational Most Outstanding Female Field Performer, and winning the title of Pan Ram Triple Jump Champion.

Jebbeh’s achievements in the classroom are equally impressive. She has been inducted into both the National Honor Society and the National Technical Honor Society, demonstrating commitment to the pillars of scholarship, leadership, service, and character. She is also a consistent member of the Honor Roll.

Jebbeh’s community involvement includes volunteering at Masonic Villages, serving as a Student Ambassador for the Lancaster Career and Technology Center Mount Joy Campus, and supporting the Children’s Ministry at Hope Community Church. She is a three-time recipient (freshman, sophomore, and junior years) of The Mary Pape Award, presented by the Masonic Villages Children's Home to the high school student with the highest GPA over the school year.

She is currently employed as a Dining Attendant at Masonic Villages and participates in Hope Community Church’s Youth Group.

Looking ahead, Jebbeh plans to attend a four-year college in Pennsylvania and pursue a career as a pharmacist.

Trent Kauffman

Trent is the son of David Kauffman of Holtwood, PA, and Lindsay Romig of Elizabethtown.

Trent is an active and dedicated member of the school’s athletic programs, serving as a captain of the Varsity Football Team and competing on the Varsity Lacrosse Team. His achievements in football include being named a Lancaster-Lebanon League Section Two Second Team All-Star and receiving the 2025 Iron Bear Award for above-the-line leadership and effort. He also contributes to school spirit and service through involvement in Mini-THON. In addition to his varsity sports, Trent supports the school’s Unified Bocce program, where he serves as a game official, helping promote inclusion and supporting student-athletes of all abilities.

Academically, Trent is a consistent Honor Roll student and has received Academic Excellence Awards in Career and Finance as well as Net Sports, recognizing his dedication and strong performance in the classroom.

Outside of school, Trent works at Twisted Bine and Jackson's Window Shoppe, balancing academics, athletics, and employment with responsibility and commitment.

Looking ahead, Trent is considering both entering the workforce and attending college as he explores his post-secondary options.

100th Anniversary Gala - Tickets on Sale!

Tickets are officially on sale for the 100th Anniversary Gala — a once-in-a-century celebration hosted by the Rotary Clubs of Elizabethtown, Lititz, and Mount Joy!

Join us on January 17, 2026 at Masonic Village’s Brossman Ballroom for an unforgettable evening of cocktails, dinner, and celebration as we honor 100 years of service, community, and connection.

Social Time: 5:30 - 6:30 PM

Dinner service and program will begin at 6:30 PM

Grab your tickets now and join us for this incredible milestone event — it’s going to be a night to remember!

Click the link to purchase and be part of Rotary history!

https://register.etownrotary.org/centennial-gala/

Elizabethtown Rotary's 100th Anniversary Celebration Begins

Rotary year 2025-2026 is our 100th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION!

Our Centennial Committee has been hard at work planning for an amazing year of celebration which will include local projects to benefit the community, a major international project, updating the club history book , and a whopper of a Gala planned for January 2026. Join us as we celebrate the leaders of the past AND present who have given so much to the Elizabethtown Community!

One of the projects that the 100^th Anniversary Committee and the Board approved was to purchase and place 3 heavy duty 9’ benches with our 100^th logo in our community. Two of them were placed on the Conewago Trail. They are at the .5 and 4.5 mile markers so look for them as you hike or bike the trail. The County of Lancaster Parks and Recreation paid for and installed the pads and the benches at no cost to our Club. The other bench was placed behind the brick building on the United Churches Elizabethtown Area/ECHOES campus. The pad and installation for this bench was completed and paid for by BMK Construction of Elizabethtown at no cost to our Club. Stay tuned for more wonderful things as we get closer to our 100^th.