January is a time of New Year Resolution, but in the case of Rotary our year is only half complete, so January is a perfect time to reflect on the goals we set in each of our clubs for the 2019-20 year and determine what still remains to be done to accomplish them.
When we know where we are headed (or hope to be) our collaborative efforts can make such a difference. When our founders conceived of Rotary, they envisioned bringing together members of a professional / vocational community who could support one another’s vision. Each time we introduce a new Rotarian to the ‘family of Rotary’ we increase our opportunity to serve others and be strengthened through our partnerships.
On my club visits there was an understanding of the need to grow Rotary both in terms of Foundation giving and membership attraction however this intent is not being turned into action at many of our clubs. I encourage ALL clubs to re-visit specifically the membership and Foundation goals to ensure we collectively meet our goal of growing Rotary.
January is Vocational Service Month and I encourage you to focus on this important avenue of Rotary service. Discussions on vocational service can lead to projects that not only develop the ethical consciousness and vocational skills of Rotarians but also the talents within their communities. Vocational Service Month is an opportunity to begin year-long vocational service activities, ranging from Rotary discussions to awards for community projects.
I recognise this is an often a difficult subject to grasp. My first District appointment in 2009 was to the post of Vocational Chair. I knew very little about the subject and I began a steep learning curve. As part of this I researched the subject, held a workshop at the 2010 Assembly and pulled together a list of Vocational Service ideas that are still available on District6330.org in the Vocational Service Corner page. I updated the information in 2018 and I have again reviewed this in preparing this message and I am pleased to say it has stood the test of time and it provides a great place to start for newer Rotarians wishing to gain a better understanding of this subject that is at the very heart of Rotary.
Enjoy January----and thank you for your continued commitment to Rotary!
NOTE: YES! the CORRECT Answer to my December question was “3 Reflections”. There were 6 correct entries and the winner of the END POLIO NOW SOCKS is……PDG Don Moore…Congratulations!
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Be Deliberate About Creating Peace in the New Year!
We are now three weeks away from our January 17 & 18, Rotary World Peace Conference 2020. The Ontario Convention Center (Ontario, California) is preparing for our arrival.
We've just received the annual report from the Rotary Club of Manzini, Eswatini.
It outlines their work supporting literacy this year and includes pictures and descriptions of the schools and over 38000 learners who benefited from the work our of Global Literacy Project. Although we have shipped 3 containers to Eswatini this year, only one was received as of the date of the report.
I hope you will enjoy reading about the progress our work has helped create.
District Grants are a way to maximize Club resources for projects.
For a $600 USD project, a Club can apply for a $200 USD District Grant or if the project is $6,000, they can apply for a maximum $2,000 USD District Grant. One Club has applied for 4 different smaller grants in order to utilize their total grant allowance of $2,000 USD.
To date for 2019-2020, there are 18 approved Grants, 1 Funded Grant, 21 Grant Proposals and 3 cancelled grants. These Grant proposals need to move to the Application stage as soon as possible to ensure adequate time to review the application, complete the work of the project and prepare the final report before May 31, 2020. No Complete Final Report = No Funding.
The Sarnia Bluewaterland Club is holding a three day book sale with over 40,000 books! Paperbacks are $1 and Hardcover are $3 or 2 for $5. Making Literacy Affordable! On Sunday it's bring your own bag and fill it for $5. Come on out and get some great deals.
The Yombra Village Water Project Is Taylored for Modern Times • Experienced Rotary Clubs working together • 3,000 engaged village residents • Water: free of sediments, viruses, bacteria and harmful minerals • Distribution via pipes to kiosks • Payment via mobile phones • Budget: $125,000 (all funds in $US) • Contributions needed: $15,000 plus equivalent DDF • Implementation: July to September 2020
The International Fellowship of Motorcycling Rotarians - North America (IFMR-NA) is a vibrant Rotary Fellowship that promotes the joy of fellowship, safe riding, and occasional get togethers.
But we are always looking for new members to share the fun.
A few years ago The Rotary Foundation and WASRAG combined to offer the PPP (Program Planning and Performance) program. This program funded travel and accommodation expenses to, and in, a host country for Rotarians from an international partner club. The goal was to provide more effective pre-planning of grant requests.
That program ended some years ago – but the need still exists. TRF’s requirements have expanded to include:
Dear Friends, I invite you to participate in our Project Fair in Lima - Peru, D-4455 RI on February 21,22 and 23, it will be an honor to have your participation so that together we can change lives and connect the world.
Discover the true spirit of aloha and Rotary with your family, friends, and fellow Rotarians in Honolulu. It’s the perfect setting for the entire family of Rotary to celebrate, collaborate, and connect while experiencing the warmth and welcome of Honolulu.
Value of Rotary volunteeringA special report prepared for Rotary International by the Johns Hopkins Center for Civil Society Studies estimated the value of Rotary member volunteer
In Yonkers, New York, a new basketball court four years in the making provides valuable life lessons to the community’s kids — and its
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DG Message - January
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We've just received the annual report from the Rotary Club of Manzini, Eswatini.
District Grants are a way to maximize Club resources for projects.
The Sarnia Bluewaterland Club is holding a three day book sale with over 40,000 books! Paperbacks are $1 and Hardcover are $3 or 2 for $5. Making Literacy Affordable! On Sunday it's bring your own bag and fill it for $5. Come on out and get some great deals.
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