Let's welcome GRSP to Athens!
Jointly hosted by the Rotary Club of Athens, the Classic City Rotary Club, and
the Rotary Club of Oconee County
One Weekend. A World of Difference.
WE'D LOVE YOUR HELP.
Friday, August 15th - Sunday, August 17th, 2025
Hosting 40 international students (and 130 Rotarians) is a bit like throwing a dinner party for the whole world — it takes a village to make it special! As we prepare to welcome guests from across the globe to our beautiful town, we’re inviting YOU to help us roll out the red carpet.
Whether you're up for hosting students for the weekend, want to join us for dinner and an unforgettable international talent show, or prefer to donate funds for a memorable Athens gift bag, there’s a role for everyone to play.
This is more than just volunteering — it’s a chance to connect, share stories, and
share the heart and hospitality of our community.
Scroll down for more details on how to get involved — and thank you for being part of something amazing!
Help them eat like a local!
Vote!
For the year-round host families that are coming to town, help us make some recommendations to soak in the best food & brews in Athens!
Click here to throw your vote into the mix.
Host a Student for the Weekend
Conclave Host Families provide a comfortable place to land while students are in town. You'll be responsible for transporting the student to & from their planned activities. It's a fantastic way to learn about other cultures - and share your beautiful home.
You're welcome to host more than one student!
Want to know more about what you're committing to? Click here for details.
Join us for dinner!
All GRSP students will be attending dinner at The Georgia Center on Friday, August 15th & Saturday, August 16th.
These evenings are a fantastic opportunity to share the spirit of our town and connect with students from around the world — each with unique stories, cultures, and perspectives to share.
Want to see what we're having? Click here for the menu.
Signature Athens Gift Bags
All of the students in the GRSP program will be attending classes throughout the school year. And just like you’d send your own kids off with fresh pencils and shiny new notebooks, we want to help our GRSP students feel confident, equipped, and excited for a year of incredible learning!
Every dollar given will go directly toward purchasing school essentials for these amazing international students — think supplies, study tools, and little touches that say, “You’ve got this!”
Scan the Venmo QR code to chip in for the signature Athens gift bags. Thanks for helping set the stage for an unforgettable academic journey!
(Please add "GRSP Conclave gift bags" to the notes when you contribute!)
We’re grateful for your gift — but just a heads up, it’s not tax-deductible.