The 2017-18 Rotary Year is now half over, and it is time to start thinking about recognizing the contributions of outstanding individuals, groups and clubs in our District to the service of Rotary.
The deadline for nominations for the District Awards is April 30, 2018.
The Rotary District 7080 Awards Committee is looking for nominations for our District Awards. The 7080 District Awards are intended to help District Governor Kathi Dick recognize some of the many significant contributions that are quietly and selflessly being made by dedicated Rotarians and Rotary Partners. In order to make sure we do know about these important contributions – we need your nominations.
Attached is a short description of the District 7080 Awards, the criteria for each, and a simple nomination form. We are looking for your help in identifying worthy recipients.
Given the importance of growing our membership, the District also has awards for clubs who have the most success in attracting and retaining members. Nominations are not required for these two awards, as they will be awarded based on your club’s membership data.
Rotary District 7080 Awards
District Service Award
Recognizes an individual Rotarian’s efforts to serve humanity and work toward world understanding and peace through Rotary Foundation programs.
Club Builder Award
Recognizes Rotarians who have made a significant impact in supporting and strengthening their home Rotary club. Selection criteria includes the candidate’s achievements in recruiting new members, participating in Rotary training, involvement in vocational service projects, and attendance at District events.
Rotary Partner Award
Recognizes the outstanding contribution of a District Rotary Spouse/Partner in supporting Rotary causes, projects and/or the Rotary Foundation locally, at the District level or internationally.
District Polio Service Award
Recognizes the outstanding active personal service of a District Rotarian in advocacy and hands on support of End Polio Now both within the District and internationally.
Communications and Marketing Award
Recognizes a club, individual or committee for outstanding communications and marketing of club news and projects to club members and supporters and/or to the public, through any and all media channels.
Membership Growth Award
Presented to the District Club with the largest percentage membership increase during the Rotary year. (Nomination not required.)
New Member Retention Award
Presented to the District Club with the highest member retention percentage over the past three years. (Nomination not required.)
Rotary International and Rotary Foundation Awards
Rotary International and the Rotary Foundation have a number of Awards for outstanding Rotarians, Rotary Clubs and Rotary Partners. These include:
Presidential Citation
Recognizes Clubs that are strong and making a positive difference in our communities achieve goals related to Rotary’s three strategic priorities: to support and strengthen clubs, focus and increase humanitarian service, and enhance Rotary’s public image and awareness.
Service Above Self Award
Rotary’s highest honour, recognizes up to 150 Rotarians each year who demonstrate their commitment to helping others by volunteering their time and talents. Nominations can be made by Current and immediate past district governors. Contact our District Governor if you have a suggested nominee.
Honours members who have been actively involved in service activities related to The Rotary Foundation. Contact our District Governor if you have a suggested nominee.
Recognizes Rotaractors who are making a sustainable impact in one of Rotary's areas of focus through their innovative community or international service projects.
Nominations are to be made by Rotaractors
A complete list for Rotary International and Rotary Foundation Awards can be found at https://my.rotary.org/en/learning-reference/learn-topic/awards
Contact any of the individuals at the bottom of this article if you are interested in nominating a deserving recipient for one of the many awards available.
Nomination Form
Name of Nominee __________________________________________
Name(s) of Nominator(s) _____________________________________
Award
District Service Award
Club Builder Award
Rotary Partner Award
District Polio Service Award
Communications and Marketing Award
Rationale
Please provide a summary of why you feel that this outstanding person, group or Club deserves the award. Additional information and examples may be attached.
Please return the completed form and any additional information by April 30, 2018 to Clarence Haverson, District Awards Committee Chair via email at chaverson@rogers.com
Rotary International also has a number of recognitions which can be awarded for significant contributions to Rotary. The attached flyer outlines four of these, and provides a link to the full list.
Please let us know if you have any questions or suggestions. We look forward to your ideas. The deadline for nominations for the District Awards is April 30, 2018.
Yours in Rotary
Clarence Haverson, District Awards Committee Chair
Patsy Marshall, Past District Governor
Syd Harmon, Past District Governor