Our Story
The Legacy Behind Drop for Scotty
A community tradition born from one man's extraordinary generosity — and the neighbors who refused to let it end.
Who Was Lord Scott?
A Man Who Showed Up Every Year
Lord Scott was a fixture of Easton, Maryland — a local businessman with a big heart and an even bigger commitment to his community. Every December, without fail, Scotty organized one of the most beloved holiday traditions in Talbot County: a massive food and fundraising drive that collected donations from neighbors, businesses, and organizations across the region.
But Scotty didn't stop at collecting. On Christmas Day, he hosted a grand community dinner and personally distributed presents and food to families throughout Easton. For many families, Scotty's generosity meant the difference between a holiday with nothing and one filled with warmth, food, and dignity.
Scotty passed away in 2020, leaving behind a community that loved him deeply — and a tradition too important to let fade away.
"He didn't just talk about helping people — he showed up, every single year, and made sure no one was forgotten."— In memory of Lord Scott, Easton, Maryland
How It Began
The Rotary Club Steps Up
When Scotty passed, members of the Rotary Club of Easton knew they couldn't let his tradition die. They had watched him work for years, had seen the impact firsthand, and understood what it meant to the families who depended on it.
In 2020, the Rotary Club launched Drop for Scotty — a yearly October thru December drive that places donation barrels at locations throughout Easton, collecting non-perishable food and monetary donations in Scotty's honor. The name says it all: drop something off, for Scotty.
Every donation collected goes directly to the Neighborhood Service Center (NSC), the Easton nonprofit that has served Talbot County's most vulnerable residents for decades. The NSC provides emergency food assistance, rental and utility aid, transitional housing support, and essential household goods to low-income families, seniors, and individuals working toward self-sufficiency.
Our Partner
The Neighborhood Service Center
Located at 126 Port Street in Easton, the Neighborhood Service Center has been a lifeline for Talbot County families for generations. Drop for Scotty is proud to support their mission — ensuring that every family in our community has access to food, stability, and hope, especially during the holiday season.
126 Port St, Easton, MD 21601
Organized By
The Rotary Club of Easton
The Rotary Club of Easton is a community service organization dedicated to making Talbot County a better place to live and work. Drop for Scotty is one of the Club's signature annual initiatives — a way to honor a beloved community member while continuing the work he started. Rotarians volunteer their time every fall to place barrels, collect donations, and coordinate with the NSC to ensure every contribution reaches those who need it most.
Be Part of the Tradition
Scotty gave because he believed in his neighbors. Now it's our turn. Find a barrel near you, make a donation, or spread the word — every act of generosity carries his spirit forward.