Carolyn Brusseau Leadership Award

In 1975, Debbie was the 1st female officer and the 1st Black woman hired as a patrol officer in St. Paul. A true trailblazer, she persevered and succeeded. She retired as a Commander and became a highly respected educator and mentor to women and girls.

Debbie directed her award grant to

Hallie Q. Brown Community Center

The 2021 Award was created by award-winning potter Leila Denecke, who was a Nagasaki exchange student through Club 10. Leila later studied extensively in Japan at the Tekisui Museum of Art – Ceramic Art Research Institute in Ashiya, (Diploma with Honors). She was commissioned to create a large monument “Stele Mississippi” for the Sister City of Minneapolis – Ibaraki City, Japan.

Marianna has a long connection with St. Paul Rotary through her role as counselor at Harding High School. She has recruited students for Camp RYLA and Centennial Scholarships from Harding and has supported inbound youth exchange students.

Marianna directed her award grant to

Our Lady of Peace Hospice