Weekly Bulletin - November 24, 2015 (Nov 24, 2015)

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This Weeks Program

Posted by Pat McGinnis on Nov 23, 2015

Foundation Update

Gernot Runschke gave an update on all Foundation Programs we are involved in.

Educational, Global Scholar and Peace Scholars
- Nathan Reynolds
- Sarah Sanderson
- Jennica Moore
Grant Share program
Polio Plus - goal for absolute eradication is 2018, but aggressive fundraising continues so we do not lose any ground.
Every Rotarian Every Year - Grants awarded throughout District 6290 for a variety of great programs (food for the hungry, new playground equipment, gymnasium, etc)
Making a difference - Rotarians travel abroad to oversee projects and provide technical advice (and sweat equity)

Ways to give:

Annual Fund
Polio Plus
Endowment Fund
Donor Advised Fund

Morning Meeting At Consider It Done

Posted by Stacey Trowbridge

Seven members received a Foundation Update from Gernot Runschke this morning.

Announcements / Opportunities to Get Involved

Posted by Pat McGinnis on Nov 23, 2015

Don't forget to put your announcement in writing! The newsletter editors would very much appreciate it!!

Chuck Vonesh: Bill Redeker announced that Chuck is home from the hospital but still has a nagging infection. Members are encouraged to keep him in their prayers.

Salvation Army Bell Ringing: Club members are asked to volunteer again this year to ring bells at Walmart on Dec. 12 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Volunteers should contact Stacey Trowbridge.

Christmas Parade Party at 5:00 - 9:00 PM on December 5 at Consider it Done for all members, their families and friends. There will be beverages, appetizers, deserts and activities for the children. Join your Rotary friends for a warm up!

Honduras Trip: Scheduled for March, please see Gail Ringleberg. Four Baker students will be joining. Students from Mona Shores and Whitehall High Schools will also be joining. Feb. 26 - March 6, 2016.

Mentors Needed: Changes this year - open businesses to students to learn about your career. Please see Mike Helsen if you are interested in volunteering.

GVSU President Tom Haas: Scheduled speaker for next Monday, November 30.

New Member Orientation: Tuesday December 1 at 7:30 a.m. at Consider it Done. New members, and all members, are encouraged to attend this orientation-type meeting. All new members are required to attend at least one of these, so if you have not been to one, you must come (please!)

Raffle Tickets - $197 total - $98.50 to the winner, $98.50 to the Charity. 44 cards left.