Rotary Club of Warren County Honors Katie Tennant as 2025–2026 Rotarian of the Year

The Rotary Club of Warren County is proud to announce Katie Tennant as its 2025–2026 Rotarian of the Year, recognizing her outstanding commitment to service, leadership, and unwavering dedication to the club and the community.

Tennant was honored during the club’s annual leadership transition as she also assumed the role of President for the 2026–2027 Rotary year, embracing the theme “Creating Lasting Impact.”

“Katie was always willing to jump in and help, even when the responsibilities weren’t in her lane,” said Kahle Magalis, Immediate Past President of the Rotary Club of Warren County. “She is present at nearly every service project with a smile, positive energy, and an ambitious spirit. She leads by example and inspires those around her.”

Outside of Rotary, Tennant serves as Director of the Northern Virginia 4-H Educational Center, where her vision and leadership have helped elevate the organization through meaningful improvements and expanded community engagement. Her dedication to serving others aligns with Rotary’s values and has made a lasting difference both professionally and through volunteer service.

One of Tennant’s most significant accomplishments during the past Rotary year was leading a successful District Grant collaboration among the Rotary Clubs of Warren County, Front Royal, Winchester, and Frederick County. Together, the clubs contributed $12,000, which was matched with $9,000 in District Grant funding, to complete a major improvement project at the Northern Virginia 4-H Educational Center. The project included replacing the roof on the Fairfax Shelter and completing critical drainage improvements surrounding the facility, ensuring the space will continue serving youth and community organizations for years to come.

If that wasn’t impressive enough, Tennant also happens to be a competitive Ninja Warrior athlete—making her perhaps one of the few Rotary presidents who can literally conquer obstacle courses before breakfast. It’s not every day your club president is a ninja, and her determination, resilience, and willingness to take on any challenge perfectly reflect the spirit she brings to Rotary.

As Tennant begins her presidential year under the theme “Creating Lasting Impact,” members are excited about the future and the opportunities ahead to strengthen the community through service, fellowship, and collaboration.

With an enthusiastic new board and a leader known for turning ideas into action, the Rotary Club of Warren County looks forward to another year of meaningful projects and lasting change.

After all, the question isn’t whether the club will make an impact—it is what lasting impact this Rotary family will create together?