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WELCOME TO ROTARY DISTRICT 6840

DISTRICT 6840 UNITES THE DIVERSE CULTURES OF SOUTHEAST LOUISIANA AND SOUTH MISSISSIPPI.

Our landscape stretches the imagination with national forests, wildlife refuges, farmlands, urban development, beaches, hills, swamps, bayous and the mighty Mississippi River. District 6840 Rotarians are People of Action - Improving lives and communities locally and globally. Projects big and small, right here at home and across the world, built through principles of sustainability and community connection. Serving Southeast Louisiana and Southern Mississippi.

Welcome to Rotary District 6840!

Serving Southeast Louisiana and the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Rotary District 6840 brings people together to create lasting change in our communities and beyond.

This year, we’re putting literacy at the center of our mission — from supporting early education to promoting lifelong learning.

Whether you're a member or just curious about Rotary, we invite you to join us in turning the page on illiteracy and writing a brighter future for all.

Welcome to Rotary. Welcome to District 6840.

Meet Jack Dupont — Our Rotary Exchange Student in Italy

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in another country for a year? What it would be like to fully immerse yourself in another culture; new foods, people, scenery, education, literally everything new. This year we sent an amazing young man to Italy as a Youth Exchange Student. We are thrilled to share his experience with you over the next year.

Jack Dupont is from the Mississippi Gulf Coast. He's grown up in a small town, but has always been curious of the world beyond. Through his blog Beyond Mississippi, Jack shares his journey - unearthed in ancient churches, wandering cobblestone streets, tasting regional dishes, and navigating the joys and challenges of life far from home.

Follow along as Jack writes about:

First impressions in Genoa and beyond
Adventures with fellow exchange students from around the world
Cultural surprises, host-family life, and new friendships
Reflections on home, identity, and what it means to "step beyond Mississippi"

Read his stories and travel with him virtually to a year of discovery, growth, and unforgettable memories in Italy.

Visit Beyond Mississippi to dive into his posts and subscribe for updates: Beyond Mississippi

Mark Your Calendars – World Polio Day, October 24!

World Polio Day will be here in no time! It’s a chance for Rotarians around the globe to celebrate the progress we’ve made in the fight to End Polio and to recommit to finishing the job. Together, we can make history by eradicating this disease for good.

We encourage every club to host an acknowledgement or event in honor of World Polio Day and to support End Polio Now with a contribution.

Watch the Global Update: https://on.rotary.org/3fs7gFi

Miles for Polio – Ride to End Polio

Past District Governor, Ace Necaise, and his kids, Stacey, Nathan, and Katie, are gearing up for the Southern Magnolia Century Ride on October 25, 2025 — a 100-mile challenge they’re calling “Miles for Polio.” It’s a true family effort to raise awareness and funds for Rotary’s mission to wipe out polio for good. The ride takes place the day after World Polio Day, October 24.

Between now and race day, we’ll be cheering them on with updates, photos, and progress reports. When Ace and his crew cross that finish line, we invite everyone to chip in with a donation to Polio Plus. We’re also encouraging every club to do something special on World Polio Day — host an event, share a post, or make a splash in your community. Let’s keep the wheels turning and the momentum strong to End Polio Now!

October: Community Economic & Development Month

This month, Rotary focuses on building stronger communities through sustainable growth and opportunity. From supporting small businesses to mentoring young entrepreneurs, Rotarians empower people to create lasting change.