Violin Finds a New Home! Patricia Richey 2023-04-06 06:00:00Z 0

Grant Update for 2023

In 2023 the Boise Sunrise Rotary will not be accepting grant applications. Please continue to check this website in 2024 for the most updated grant information. 
Thank you. 
Grant Update for 2023 2023-02-24 07:00:00Z 0
Books for Morley Nelson School John Lodal 2023-02-07 07:00:00Z 0
A House Concert for a Cause John Lodal 2023-01-17 07:00:00Z 0

Idaho Foodbank Collaboration

On a sunny summer Saturday morning, 12 Boise Sunrise Rotarians and seven family members and friends gathered at the Idaho Foodbank (IFB) to sort recently arrived food into family size portions.
Idaho Foodbank Collaboration John Lodal 2022-07-29 06:00:00Z 0
LobsterFest 2022 -- Tickets On Sale Now Jillian Alexander 2022-07-19 06:00:00Z 0 Community Service,Fellowship,Fundraising,Grants
Genesis Community Health Laura Brown 2022-06-03 06:00:00Z 0
Sunrise Rotary is Flowering! John Lodal 2022-05-11 06:00:00Z 0
Giraffe Laugh Grant John Lodal 2022-05-10 06:00:00Z 0
Life's Kitchen Grant John Lodal 2022-05-10 06:00:00Z 0
Rotary Night at Zoo Boise! John Lodal 2022-03-29 06:00:00Z 0
Boise Sunrise supports the Wassmuth Center for Human Rights  John Lodal 2022-03-23 06:00:00Z 0
Wetland Peace Preserve Cleanup! John Lodal 2022-01-28 07:00:00Z 0
Christmas comes early at Taft Elementary! John Lodal 2021-12-20 07:00:00Z 0
Boise Sunrise and the Cathedral of the Rockies partner on Mirror Image  2021-11-06 06:00:00Z 0
Hope House Tree Planting John Lodal 2021-10-20 06:00:00Z 0
Wyakin Warrior Foundation - Cornhole Tournament John Lodal 2021-10-05 06:00:00Z 0

Warming Shelter Support

The warming shelter was created as a temporary facility by the efforts of Corpus Christi House and Interfaith Sanctuary. It was meant to be a COVID compliant facility where guests could spend 2-3 hours indoors and enjoy a cup of coffee while getting out of the cold.
Warming Shelter Support 2021-09-13 06:00:00Z 0
Turning Scarves into Drinking Water John Lodal 2021-09-13 06:00:00Z 0
Starbase STEM Program at Gowen Field John Lodal 2021-09-13 06:00:00Z 0
Hope House Work Day - April 2021 John Lodal 2021-09-13 06:00:00Z 0
Everyday Leadership gets headphones John Lodal 2021-09-13 06:00:00Z 0

Idaho Diaper Bank Project

For the last two years, Boise Sunrise has supported the Idaho Diaper Bank (IDB) in Meridian with a cash grant. The project that IDB asked for assistance on was called the Cloth Diaper Alternative.
Idaho Diaper Bank Project John Lodal 2021-09-13 06:00:00Z 0

Courageous Kids Climbing and BSRC

Courageous Kids Climbing is an impressive organization with a surprisingly wide reach into many communities in the western United States. This is how Jeff Reichmann, the founder and executive director of CKC, describes their work as well as the project that the 2021 BSRC grant will enable.
Courageous Kids Climbing and BSRC John Lodal 2021-09-13 06:00:00Z 0
One Stone and Boise Sunrise Rotary John Lodal 2021-09-13 06:00:00Z 0
Big Brothers Big Sisters - Nate and Sunrise Rotary John Lodal 2021-09-12 06:00:00Z 0
Boise Rescue Mission - Veterans Ministries Program John Lodal 2021-09-12 06:00:00Z 0
Boise Rescue Mission Children's Program John Lodal 2021-09-12 06:00:00Z 0
Wyakin Warrior Foundation and Sunrise Team Up John Lodal 2021-09-12 06:00:00Z 0
Whitney Elementary Partnership John Lodal 2021-09-12 06:00:00Z 0
Project Amigo John Lodal 2021-09-12 06:00:00Z 0
JEM Friends and Boise Sunrise supporting at-risk youth in Boise John Lodal 2021-09-07 06:00:00Z 0
Boise Sunrise Rotary and Sleep In Heavenly Peace  Joe Levitch 2021-05-27 06:00:00Z 0

Our Communities Need Everyday Leadership

Everyday Leadership is a collaborative effort created to provide Treasure Valley low-income 5th and 6th grade youth with the skills and self-confidence they will need to graduate from high school and attain post-high school educations.   (140 students participated in the 2019/20 school year).
Our Communities Need Everyday Leadership 2020-10-07 06:00:00Z 0
Why Rotary? John Lodal 2020-02-05 07:00:00Z 0

2020 Grants

It is time for non-profits and other organizations to submit their grant applications to be considered for a grant in 2020. 
2020 Grants 2020-01-31 07:00:00Z 0

Sunrise Family of Rotary Program

Most people think all we do as members of Boise Sunrise is attend meetings and do service projects. Well that isn't but a small part of what our members are up to. One of the activities, Family of Rotary, gives members, family members and friends a chance to visit interesting places, take part in events and have shared experiences within our communities. 
Sunrise Family of Rotary Program Steve Gage 2020-01-20 07:00:00Z 0

Lobsterfest 2020

It's not too early to start thinking about Lobsterfest 2020. The 2019 Lobsterfest was a huge success and raised money that will be used by the Rotary clubs who were involved to make positive changes in our communities.
Lobsterfest 2020 Karl Klokke 2020-01-20 07:00:00Z 0

Dictionaries

An annual service project for the Boise Sunrise club is delivering dictionaries to 3rd graders in our local schools. This is John's thoughts on the project.
Dictionaries John Lodal 2020-01-17 07:00:00Z 0

Rotary's Core Values

The world today is not the same as it was when Rotary was founded in 1905. Demographics have shifted, the pace of change has accelerated, and technology has created new opportunities for connection and service. What hasn't changed is a need for the core values that define Rotary. These values are: Fellowship, Integrity, Diversity, Service and Leadership. By honoring Rotary's past and embracing the future, we can evolve and keep Rotary not only relevant, but thriving.
If these core values are a part of your core values, contact us or come visit us at a weekly meeting.  
Rotary's Core Values 2019-08-25 06:00:00Z 0

School Supplies

Boise Sunrise Rotary partnered with The Boise Rescue Mission to provide needed school supplies to some kids who may not have been able to get the supplies they might need to start the school year.
School Supplies 2019-08-25 06:00:00Z 0

Why Lobsterfest

One of the 5 core values of Rotary is Service. In order to help our local Rotary clubs provide service to our communities is to raise money that can be used for these service projects. Lobsterfest is the major fund raising effort that helps provide the means to support so many worthy projects. 
Why Lobsterfest Stephen Gage 2019-08-25 06:00:00Z 0
Rotarians Tree Planting & Watering 2019-04-01 06:00:00Z 0

Everyday Youth Leadership Community Service

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Boise Sunrise is a proud sponsor of the Everyday Youth Leadership Program (EYLP) in six Boise schools: to see more information about EYLP, please reference Boise Sunrises’ webpage: https://portal.clubrunner.ca/3864/stories. Recently the kids at Koelsch elementary school completed a community service project. They organized and ran a bake sale to raise money for the Idaho Humane Society.
 
These projects give the kids an opportunity to use the skills they have learned in leadership and team building; and, they learn that helping others can be fun!
 
As a part of the EYLP, all schools complete at least two community service projects.
Everyday Youth Leadership Community Service 2019-04-01 06:00:00Z 0

EVERYDAY LEADERSHIP

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Objective
Everyday Leadership is a collaborative effort created to provide Treasure Valley low-income 5th and 6th grade youth with the skills and self-confidence they need to graduate from high school and attain post-high school educations.   
 
Importance
Students who fail to graduate from high school or achieve post-high school training become a breeding ground for the social and economic issues in Treasure Valley communities  
 
High school graduation rates are about 80%.  Only 42% of Idaho’s workforce has obtained post-high school training . 
 
Fifth and sixth grade students with low self-esteem and poor academics are nineteen times more likely to drop out. 
 
Collaborators
  • Title I Schools
  • Treasure Valley YMCA
  • Parents
  • Boise Sunrise and Metro Rotary Clubs
 
 Activities
  • Thirteen after-school sessions on leadership, teamwork, communication, cooperation, conflict resolution.
  • Service projects.
  • Leadership retreat.
 
Outcomes
  • 2013/14 and 2014/15 (20 students attending Grace Jordan). Positive changes in participants’ behaviors.
 
  • 2015/2016 (81students attending Grace Jordan, Jefferson and Garfield).   School attendance increased for 60% of the students. Grades improved for 54%. Most of the youth adopted leadership skills.
 
  • 2016/17 (76 students attending Grace Jordan, Jefferson and Garfield). Grades improved for 64% of the students.  Students with GPAs < 2.5 dropped to zero.  Participants involved in behavioral issues dropped from 20 to 13.
 
  • 2017/18 (108 students attending Grace Jordan, Jefferson, Garfield, and Taft).  87% of the students improved or maintained their grades >3.5.  The number of students with GPAs < 2.5 dropped to zero.   Behavioral incidences declined by 65%.
 
 
What We Are Hearing
“All those who joined Everyday Leadership have grown, and the benefit of this program cannot be overstated”.  Joan Bigelow, Principal.
 
Through guest speakers, volunteerism, and classroom learning experiences, this program allows our students to not only be leaders at school but leaders in life as well”.    Jason Hutchison, Principal.
 
Everyday Leadership is a vital part in empowering marginalized children”.  Joshua D. Brandt, Case Manager.
EVERYDAY LEADERSHIP 2019-03-14 06:00:00Z 0

The Big Move Tour and Dinner

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Sunrise Rotarians have the unique opportunity to be the guest of CABI Congregation Ahavath Beth Israel for an evening of tour, information, friendship, and food! During the tour the movie “The Big Move” will be viewed, members of the congregation will share their knowledge about Judaism, and answer questions about tradition, and customs. After the tour the Rotarians and guests will join in a no host dinner at Luciano’s on 11 N Orchard St.
 
Ahavath Beth Israel’s building was moved in 2003 from State and 11th Streets in downtown Boise to a 5-acre campus at 11 North Latah Street. The move was done by the CM Company; which, is owned by the Sunrise Rotarian Dennis Robinson. The structure was originally built in 1896, making it the oldest synagogue still in operation West of the Mississippi river.
 
Mark you calendars for January 31st at 6pm, and plan to join us for a great evening of fun, information, and friendship!
The Big Move Tour and Dinner 2019-01-23 07:00:00Z 0

John Lodal's Rotary International Conference Experience

Posted by John Lodal
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In June 2018 five members of Boise Sunrise attended the Rotary International conference in Toronto, Canada. Along with 26,200 other Rotarian's from around the world, the Sunrise members were inspired to continue to work to improve our communities: both locally and around the world. Click on Read More to read about John's experience.
John Lodal's Rotary International Conference Experience John Lodal 2018-08-03 06:00:00Z 0

2018-2019 Youth Exchange

Posted by John Lodal on Aug 03, 2018
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Rotary District 5400 is sponsoring 15 foreign youth exchange teenagers from 12 different countries in the 2018-2019 school year. These students will engage in numerous activities that will allow them to experience American culture. Read Committee Chair John Lodal’s story.
2018-2019 Youth Exchange John Lodal 2018-08-03 06:00:00Z 0

Copy of Shoes for Gorongosa

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On July 4th Boise Sunrise Rotary in partnership with the Nampa Rotary Club and the non-profit Because International delivered 294 pairs of "The Shoe That Grows" to a Girls' Education Club outside of Gorongosa National Park, Mozambique.  Each Club seeks to keep girls in school to complete a primary level education and provides the opportunity for a select few to obtain a secondary education, an all too rare occurrence in much of Mozambique.  Gorongosa National Park supports approximately 35 Girls' Clubs with a goal of expanding to 50 clubs by the end of the year.  For several of the girls, this is the first pair of shoes they have owned.  For the rest of the club these expandable shoes replace poorly made 'flip flops', providing not only a shoe that provides better protection but one which will last for up to five years as the owner’s foot continues to grow.  This successful event is another example of a lengthy list of Idaho-Gorongosa cooperative efforts … the Girls’ Education Program is managed by Larissa Sousa (red coat), big sister of Boise State sophomore Michel Sousa.
Copy of Shoes for Gorongosa Stephen Merrill 2018-08-02 06:00:00Z 0

Project AMIGO Yanke Motor Museum Tour a Success

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The board and staff of Project AMIGO wish to extend their appreciation for all of the support they received during their fundraiser held at Yanke Motor Museum. This support allows them to continue the great work they are doing to ensure that children in Mexico receive an education. To date, they have had 62 young adults graduate from the University in Colima; and have 50 scheduled to enroll in the 2018 Fall semester.
 
Through the generosity of those in attendance, $75,000 dollars was raised: all of which will go to scholarships for children. To learn more, visit the Project AMIGO web-page: www.projectamigo.org, or you can contact Gary Multanen at 208-921-4725.
Project AMIGO Yanke Motor Museum Tour a Success 2018-02-02 07:00:00Z 0

2017 Grant Application Window is Open!

Boise Sunrise Rotary is pleased to announce that our annual grant program is now accepting applications through March 31, 2017.  You can download the application form at the link in the "Download Files" section on the home page. If you have any questions, please contact club president Sharon Paterson at sharonkpaterson@gmail.com. 
2017 Grant Application Window is Open! Patricia Nilsson 2017-02-16 07:00:00Z 0
Charles Lauterbach's Website Tricia Nilsson 2016-06-26 06:00:00Z 0

President's Message June 2015

Posted by Patricia Nilsson
The month of June is considered as Rotary Fellowship Month in the
Rotary calendar. There is a misconception among Rotarians on what aspect
of the RI programs is being celebrated for this month of June. Let us clarify
the issue. When we talk about "Rotary Fellowships", we actually refer to the
groups of Rotarians, Rotarian spouses and Rotaractors who join together to:
  • Share a common interest in worthwhile recreational activities (sports, hobbies, etc.);
  • Further their vocational development through acquaintance with others of the same profession;
  • Make new friends around the world;
  • Explore new opportunities for service; and
  • Have fun and enhance their experience in Rotary.


The field is so varied, which includes marathon running, scuba diving, flying, bird watching, chess, doll lovers, environment, Esperanto, go, gourmets, lawyers, magic, nurses, police and law enforcement professionals, recreational vehicles, singles, stockbrokers, venture capitalists, wine and yoga.

Each Rotary Fellowship operates independently of Rotary International, with its own rules, dues requirements and administrative structure. Membership is open to Rotarians, spouses of Rotarians and Rotaractors. It must be international in nature with active members in at least three (3) countries. Each fellowship elects at least three (3) officers to oversee the group's administration. The Rotary Fellowships are expected to facilitate communication among their members and maintain regular communication with RI.

What are the benefits for Rotarians in joining the Rotary Fellowships? Fellowship provide opportunities for Rotarians to make lasting friendships outside their own Club, District or country. Fellowships contribute to the advancement of world understanding and peace. Also, Fellowships serve as an incentive for attracting new members to Rotary and retaining our existing members. Indeed, Rotary Fellowship, together with the Rotarian Action Groups, serve as an effective tool in promoting membership development and should be actively promoted in our Districts.

Interested Rotarians can join a Rotary Fellowship by clicking http://www.rotary.org/programs/fellowships/index.html  or even start a prospective Rotary Fellowship if their recreational or vocational interest is not in the list of approved Rotary Fellowships.

President's Message June 2015 Patricia Nilsson 2015-06-04 06:00:00Z 0

President's Message March 2015

March is Literacy Month in the annual Rotary calendar.

Rotary knows that literacy is an essential ingredient for reducing poverty, improving health, encouraging community and economic development, and promoting peace. Since 2002, Rotarians have provided resources and skills to advance literacy in communities worldwide by

  • Providing books and educational materials
  • Building and supporting schools
  • Mentoring students
  • Training teachers
  • Establishing literacy programs for children and adults

Literacy projects by Boise Sunrise include participation in the Dictionary Project which provides free dictionaries to 3rd grade students. Boise Sunrise has participated for the past 4 years and distributed hundreds of dictionaries at five local elementary schools.  We also ask the speaker at our weekly meeting to inscribe a book for donation to a child in need. 

Whether through volunteering your time and expertise, providing financial support, or building awareness, you can empower people and communities through literacy.

President's Message March 2015 Patricia Nilsson 2015-03-05 00:00:00Z 0

President's Message, August 2014

Posted by Patricia Nilsson on Aug 11, 2014
http://vimeopro.com/rotary/trf/video/98483622
Have you considered joining Rotary?  August is Rotary membership month, and it's a perfect time to visit our club and learn about the many ways you can contribute to our activities.  Contact me if you'd like to attend a club meeting.  We meet every Tuesday morning at 7am at the Riverside Hotel on Chinden Boulevard.  
 
We are busy with preparations for Lobsterfest.  Lobsterfest is our major annual fundraising event and will be held on Saturday, September 13th, at Qwest Arena in downtown Boise.  Click on the link on this page to buy tickets!  The proceeds are given back to the community with our annual grant program.  We have helped dozens of organizations throughout the Treasure Valley with financial support of programs benefiting youth, refugees, and literacy.
President's Message, August 2014 Patricia Nilsson 2014-08-12 00:00:00Z 0
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