16-05-2025
The Springfield Rotary Club recognizes Bob Bolduc with a Paul Harris Award
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Every year, the Springfield Rotary Club awards a local community member who exemplifies their values focused on education, health, and economic upward mobility.
This year, they chose 81-year-old Bob Bolduc. Bolduc started the Pride chain of gas stations and convenience stores. He was also involved in non-profits like the Springfield Symphony and selling Pride in 2021, his family decided to concentrate on the needs in the created the Hope for Youth and Families Foundation to help middle school students with literacy. Bolduc told 22News he hopes this award encourages others to give back.
'They know the satisfaction you get by helping others, and for those who are not involved now. I would encourage them to do so because you get a lot out of it. You help others, and they help you,' said Bob Bolduc, 2025 Paul Harris Awardee.
During the Paul Harris Luncheon, grants were also awarded to 4 organizations for capital improvements. Each organization received $2,000 raised by the Springfield Rotary Club.
The club is hoping to raise more money for the Hope for Youth and Families Foundation. Donations can be made online:
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