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History

     The Waverly Exchange Club was chartered in 1984 and currently has 42 active members.  Throughout its history, the club has focused on raising funds and volunteering time to support families, victims of child abuse, and improve the lives of those living within our communities.  The Waverly Exchange Club has also been active at the district level and at the national level of Exchange.


Background

      The club meets each Thursday at 7:00 a.m. for breakfast in the Saemann Student Center on the Wartburg College campus.  Each meeting starts with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance.  One Thursday per month is used for business; the others are highlighted by a speaker from the community/area to keep the Club informed on a topic of importance or interest.  Additionally, several social outings are planned for members and families throughout the year.

The Waverly Exchange Club raises money through four primary fundraisers each year:
  • Money Calendar (click here to see the list of 2009 Money Calendar winners )
  • Best Dam Run (October)
  • Girls Basketball Tournament (December)
  • Tee-Off Against Child Abuse Golf Tournament (May)
In addition, two-three times a year the Waverly Exchange Club serves and buses tables at the Waverly Pizza Ranch with the money raised designated to a specific cause within our community.  Last year the Waverly Exchange Club raised and gave back to the community over $17,000.  To see pictures from previous fundraising events, please click here.

Governance structure of the Waverly Exchange Club and current members serving
includes the following elected positions:
  • President (Gary Duneman)
  • President-Elect (Dennis Button)
  • Secretary (Kevin Fiene)
  • Treasurer (Jeff Meyers)
  • Past-President (Gary Williams)
  • Board of Directors (Jim Hurley, Len Jentz, Jim Lee, Jason Leonard,
    Dan McKenzie, Clark Wilharm)
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Waverly mayoral candidates Fred Ribich and Bob Brunkhorst speak at an Exchange Club meeting
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25th Anniversary Celebration: Emcee Jerry Vallem
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25th Anniversary Celebration: Charter members John Johnston, Jerry Vallem, Gary Williams, Denny Button, Jim Brandau, and Steve Egli
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25th Anniversary Celebration: President Gary Duneman with representatives from Heartland District and National Exchange