Well, May has come and gone, and so almost is the Rotary year of Be A Gift To The World, and how you have shown your gifts, in talents, accomplishments, as well as financial!
Many great fundraising events are being held, as we progress from the snow(!) of Mid-May to the almost 90 degrees to celebrate Memorial Day with family and friends. It was also a time to remember our Veterans, and the Parade of Flags throughout communities everywhere in the District shows how much they all mean to our Rotarians. Thanks to all who participate in these projects, including the Interactors, Scouts, and Friends of Rotary.
PLEASE READ the results of the Council On Legislation. There are several important changes noted, designed to keep our organization strong and growing.
Thanks to PDGs Dennis Huffman and Bob Pattison for attending, and bringing the good news back to us.
Many exciting changes will be coming to all the clubs, as the new slate of officers prepares for the new Rotary Year, and a seasoned group of officers from this year will be available to help with the transitions, and to assist with a strong kickoff. Thanks to all the current officers, and welcome to the new ones, who will be led by the always fantastic Sieg Warren!
And, don't forget, Outgoing officers, the District will always need your experience. We always need talent on the committees who do such a fabulous job. Please let Sieg know where you'll want to serve.
As June approaches, more than a dozen Rotarians will be returning from the Seoul Convention, with lots of stories and pictures to share with us, as well as new messages of what's happening in Rotary around the World. I can't wait to hear about it!
We've had a bang up year in Foundation, as Dr. Pete gets ready to let the Committee know about the Global and District grants to be available for more great works in '16-'17. I'm sure we'll be hearing more great stories from Tim and Anna on how you'll be using the funds.
And, it's time for all to be getting ready for the 100th Anniversary Celebration in honor of Arch Klumph and the Foundation in Cleveland. It's going to be a One of a Kind time, and in our backyard!
We'll also be getting to hear more about 'Pegasus'....stay tuned.
And, for me, one more great month to celebrate all your accomplishments with Joan and I. We've enjoyed all the hospitality, fun and friendship. Thanks!
The District Conference of 2016 is over and it is now time for reflection. We at the Bolivar-Zoar Rotary Club would like to take this opportunity to share our experience and send out a great big thank you to the many people who helped make this event a success.
There are two words that best describe our experience, Revealing and Rewarding.
The event preparation revealed to us the dedication and hard work that was necessary for past host clubs to bring these events to fruition. The reward for us is our becoming part of this group of Rotarians who have shared these experiences.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the people who helped us along this journey.
Thank you :
Members of other local clubs who generously gave of their time and insight.
Warthers Museum for providing a wonderful venue for the Friday night Gala and Tuscarawas Valley school district for coming to our rescue when we needed a facility large enough to accommodate both Rotarians and energetic and exciting exchange students.
Food vendors, we can all agree that they were definitely the “hit” of the weekend.
Speakers and presenters, who provided information and entertainment.
Most of all we want to thank you, the Rotarians who attended the event. We sincerely hope that you perceived the event as a “Gift to You” and a “Gift to the World.
The end of the Rotary year is always a busy time. Yet, we need to look ahead to Rotary year 2016-2017.
The all-important District Conference is set for April 29-30. AND, the District Training Committee has been hard at work on the Leadership Assembly/One Rotary Summit on Saturday, April 9 at the Foltz Community Center in East Canton. Breakfast will be available from 7:45-8:15 with the program starting promptly at 8:15. The program will conclude by noon – guaranteed!
Some of the features of the Assembly will be:
Creating a personalized club brochure tailored to your club in just a few minutes
Learning about a quick and easy international project in which your club can be involved
Accessing Rotary Club Central without cursing
Making your club the best it can be with less hassle
The morning will focus on new Rotarians who will receive an individual invitation and who will be guests of the district. There will be special programming tailored to these, our newest Rotarians.
LOCAL DISTRICT GRANTS 2016-17 – Application Due May 15, 2016:
Our District is expecting approximately $80,000 in Local District Grant funds this upcoming Rotary year of 2016-17. Your club should have received information about the anticipated amount of funding available to your club. If not, contact Dr. Apicella, DRFC, at the address below.
The incoming President-Elect and Foundation Chair or appointed member must be qualified to receive Rotary Foundation Grants through an interactive webinar at our new District Foundation website at www.Rotary6650.org. The Rotary Memorandum of Understanding and Grant Application are also available on the website. Applications, forms, and education are due by May 15, 2016.
Last Year’s Grant Reports are due June 1, 2016:
• Complete the Individual Project Report. (click HERE for the form.) You must print the form and sign it.
• Enclose a copy of bank statements, invoices, and cleared checks for the project.
This is the third year for District 6650’s Youth Exchange Scholarship Program. With your generous assistance, over the past two years, we have been able to assist over 10 students with the costs incurred in becoming an exchange student. The majority of the funds have been used for airfare expenses. All funds collected for the year are disbursed to our Outbound students based strictly on financial need.
Every year, District 6650 has outstanding students apply to participate in the Rotary Youth Exchange Program. For Rotary exchange year 2016-2017, we have 14 students going abroad to the following countries: Italy, Spain, Denmark, Chile, Switzerland, Portugal, France Taiwan, Germany, Belgium, and Brazil. Rotary Youth Exchange is one of the most exciting, rewarding, and life changing experiences that our students embark on in the district. Our students return personally richer from their exchange year, ready to take on new challenges with maturity, independence, and new found confidence. Simply put, Rotary Youth Exchange presents a very special opportunity.
Although the program is less expensive than many other exchange student programs, some students still struggle to raise the necessary funds to participate. The average cost for a student participating in District 6650’s youth exchange program is $5,000, excluding optional trips. These fees cover a student’s outbound training, blazer, pins, business cards, medical insurance, visa, passport, and airfare.
Some of our students work a part-time job, receive assistance from their church, community organizations, and extended family members in order to meet the financial commitment to participate in the program. However, for some, even that is not enough to help them make ends meet. District 6650’s scholarship fund fills that gap. If your club is not currently involved in the exchange student program, this is an excellent way for your club to do so.
A three-person committee, comprised of members not currently serving at the district level, in the youth exchange program, review financial documentation to determine a student’s financial eligibility and level of need. Funds are distributed only after a student successfully completes outbound training and all funds are paid directly to the business and/or government agency providing goods/services.
If your club would like to donate to the Rotary Youth Exchange Scholarship Fund, please make a check payable to “Rotary YEP Scholarship” and mail it to our Assistant District Treasurer: Bonnie Davis, 49682 McClure Rd., East Palestine 44413. We will also accept checks from individuals wishing to donate. Please watch future newsletters to learn how much money was donated and the ways in which you assisted our Outbound students in District 6650. If you have any questions about the scholarship fund, please contact Aletha Carver at (330) 614-1367.
Sandra Horvath, Literacy Coordinator for the Struthers Elementary School, was hosted by Rotarian Tom Baringer at the February 23rd meeting of the Struthers Rotary Club. Ms. Horvath explained that Feb 29 through Mar 4 is Right to Read Week in the Struthers City Schools. A featured event will be Guest Reading Day to take place on Thursday, March 3rd.
SES Literacy Coordinator Sandra Horvath is flanked by Struthers Rotary President Drew Hirt and host Rotarian Tom Baringer following her Feb. 23rd presentation to the Struthers Rotary Club.
2016 Vintage Jackson raises funds for Jackson Township YMCA expansion project
The Rotary Club of Jackson Township has announced that the 14th Annual Vintage Jackson will be on April 28, 2016, at the Shady Hollow Country Club in Jackson Township. Doors will open at 6 p.m.
The event features unique wines from around the area, delicious hors d’oeuvres and desserts. In addition to tasting favorite wines, guests are also able to bid on spectacular silent auction items.
All proceeds from this year’s event will go to the Jackson Township Paul and Carol David YMCA Expansion Project. In the final year of a three-year commitment to the YMCA Expansion Project, the funds donated by the Rotary Club of Jackson Township are furnishing a Teen Room, complete with furniture, game equipment and study tables.
“The Jackson Township YMCA, located adjacent to Jackson High School, is a mainstay in the “town square” area of our township” said Lisa Parramore, Co-Chair of the of the 2016 Vintage Jackson Event Committee. “As Rotarians, we see the value in giving teens in our community a safe and inviting place to socialize and hang out.”
Past projects include furnishing a family conference room at Pathway Caring for Children, and the Jackson Township Streetscape Project at the Wales and Fulton intersections.
Cost for the event is $60 per person. Tickets may be purchased from any Jackson Township Rotarian, or online at www.jacksonrotaryfoundation.com. Tickets may also be purchased at the door.
The “Taking Back First Street Park” project is really taking shape in Rittman. We Will be putting up a handicap swing and security cameras and lights this spring. We are also getting a lot of support from other clubs in town as well as the city ! The project is bringing much need publicity for Rotary as well as bringing the community together for a project.
The Poker/Euchre tournament was a great success raising most of the money for the security installment ! A good time was had by all…
The poker tourney deep in competition … and the top three poker players !
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