Become a Centurion!
Jim continued his presentation to us on sharing the various sources by which Rotary is funded which includes from individual Rotarians, Friends of Rotarians, Clubs and Districts donating some or all of any unused designated funds.
At a personal level it is by individual support which includes (1) becoming a Centurion (2) being a member of the Paul Harris Society and (3) a larger 1-off donation. Jim shared that individual support in particular has become a key force in the work we do both globally and locally.
In the past, when becoming a Centurion was promoted, Jim noted that 50% of club members were Centurions and returning to this level is one of our goals for the coming year. It involves a donation of NZ$100 or more per annum (tax deductible) which Jim pointed out amounts to two coffees a week.
We are keen to encourage members to accept Jim’s challenge that as Rotary members we support the Foundation by becoming Centurions as a worthwhile way to help fund the wide range of local, district, national and overseas projects we support.
Anyone who wants to support the Rotary Foundation can help by becoming a Centurion. To do this please pay $100 to the Rotary Club of Papanui Charitable Trust 19-775588 using Account Number 03 1355 0661945 00. In the details area add your name and the reference "Centurion".