Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) Returned to District 5650 on September 26-28, 2025 at Camp Calvin Crest, Fremont, Nebraska.
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Rotary District 5650 is excited to announce the return of its annual Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA-Powered by Launch) program, which took place this past weekend at the beautiful Camp Calvin Crest in Fremont, Nebraska.
This camp offered students from 24 area high schools a unique opportunity to develop leadership skills, forge lifelong friendships, and experience personal growth in a supportive and inspiring environment.
RYLA is a globally recognized leadership program that brings together promising young leaders for a weekend of workshops, team-building activities, and motivational sessions. The program’s mission is to help young people discover their potential and inspire them to become leaders in their schools and communities.
Thank you to the 13 Rotary clubs in our District who provided scholarships:
Ashland Rotary | Norfolk Rotary |
Bellevue Papillion Rotary | Omaha Morning Rotary |
Lincon 14 Rotary | Omaha Suburban Rotary |
Lincoln East Rotary | Omaha West Rotary |
Lincoln Giving Spirits Evening Rotary | Seward Rotary |
Lincoln South Rotary | Western Douglas County Rotary |
Millard Rotary |
Looking Ahead
RYLA alumni often describe the experience as transformative, crediting the program with helping them discover new strengths and make meaningful connections. For Rotary District 5650, RYLA is a signature event that demonstrates Rotary’s commitment to equipping future leaders with the tools they need to succeed.
Let’s invest in the next generation of leaders—watch your inbox for the Save the Date for RYLA 2026!
