We are pleased to announce the debut of the new Grant Center, formerly known as the grant application tool.
The new site has a fresh look and better organization. The grant application includes clearly defined steps so it’s easier for you to track your progress.
Learn more about grants and how to apply.
CNBC has ranked The Rotary Foundation No. 3 in its annual list of Top 10 Charities Changing the World in 2016. The list includes some of the largest and highest-rated charities that help women, children, the poor, and the environment throughout the world, according to Charity Navigator, and that maintain high standards of financial health, accountability, and transparency of reporting.
The Foundation was noted for connecting 1.2 million members from more than 200 geographic areas to tackle the world's most pressing humanitarian challenges, including projects that focus on disease prevention,...
On Wednesday, over breakfast with the Rotary Club of Wahroonga, New South Wales, Australian entrepreneur and philanthropist Dick Smith announced a donation of AU$1 million to Rotary (about US$750,000), citing admiration of Rotary members for the time they devote to others.
The Rotary Australia Benevolent Society (RABS) will administer the funds.
“With 29,500 Rotarians in 1,100 clubs throughout Australia, we have an army of volunteers eager to assist those in need,” says Michael Perkins, RABS chair. “The impact of this donation will be felt throughout all of Australia, from the cities to the...
Though Atlanta has seen its share of violence and inequity over time, today it brims with reminders that there is another way. Get inspired while you’re visiting for the 2017 Rotary International Convention from 10 to 14 June.
Take a short walk from the convention center to the Center for Civil and Human Rights. There, you can see the handwritten notes, speeches, and sermons of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., experience an interactive 1960s-era lunch counter “sit-in,” and learn more about persecuted groups all over the world.
A streetcar will take you to the Martin Luther King Jr...
CNBC has ranked The Rotary Foundation No. 3 in its annual list of Top 10 Charities Changing the World in 2016. The list includes some of the largest and highest-rated charities that help women, children, the poor, and the environment throughout the world, according to Charity Navigator, and that maintain high standards of financial health, accountability, and transparency of reporting.
The Foundation was noted for connecting 1.2 million members from more than 200 geographic areas to tackle the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges, including projects that focus on disease prevention,...
On Tuesday we heard from Janet Tryhuba (pictured), the Executive Director of the Fort Edmonton Foundation, about their expansion plans for the Fort. She gave a brief overview of how the Fort is managed, explaining that the Foundation, with two full time employees, looks after management of the foundation funds.
A separate independent non-profit group, the Fort Edmonton Management Company, run by a board of Directors, appointed by the City of Edmonton, and partially funded by City of Edmonton tax dollars, looks after the day to day running of the park. They manage around 200 employees, and about 700 volunteers. The vision for the park is to make it more of a year-round attraction, with more hotel rooms, classrooms, meeting, conference and dining facilities that can be rented year round for all kinds of functions.
They would also like to address a number of priorities that have been identified in the last few years.
Their expansion plans include a new front entry and guest services area so that the train station can be reclaimed to tell the story of the train at Fort Edmonton, a new Indigenous First Nations and Metis area that will tell their stories, an expanded 1920’s Midway and an expansion of the Hotel Selkirk. The new front entry will include space for a coffee shop. The indigenous peoples area will include buildings with space for interpretive displays, classrooms, and an amphitheater. The midway will include a roller coaster from Borden Park, a large tent for food services and stage acts, as well as a games alley and a side show alley. The space will also be available for rental in the evening.
The Hotel Selkirk will be joined by two more buildings in front, the Windsor Albion block and the Capital Theater. Behind this will be a new building for year-round use to hold a 250 seat ballroom, a multi-purpose event space and 22 more family sized hotel rooms. There will also be office space for park administration. In addition, a utility upgrade is needed. The park utilities are currently located under the main streets throughout the park, and this makes maintenance and repairs very disruptive. They will be putting in a new set of utilities located behind the existing buildings such that the old lines can then be abandoned.
The total estimated cost of these changes is 163 million dollars, with 82 million from the City of Edmonton, 35 million each from the Canadian and Alberta governments, and leaving 11 million to be raised from the community. Local Rotary groups have so far raised 350 thousand dollars towards this goal, ( Publ.: the Driving Force behind the Rotary initiative is Rtn. Jeff Polovick) and they are looking for more Rotary groups to join in this effort.
PLEASE HAVE A CLOSE LOOK AT THIS COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
If you have any questions, please contact Loida Lumanlan, 780-953-1062; loida@loidahomes.ca
Every year, the Ice on Whyte Festival grabs Canadian winter by the snowballs and carves it into a wicked combo of ice and art. Just imagine, 155,000 pounds of ice is dumped just to prep for this week long party – on purpose! So, get your toque on and come down to the International Ice Carving Competition, ride a gigantic ice slide, or learn to carve ice just like a pro. One of the hottest shows is on the last night, where you’ll see fire melt an ice sculpture right back into H20. You’ll be right in your element. Get it?
In honour of Canada turning the big 150 in 2017, some historically iconic Canadian characters will be making a special appearance at the End of Steel Park during the festival. Don't just imagine what life was like for Canada’s ancestors, see for yourself! Listen to stories about Edmonton from fur trading pioneers like Richard Hardisty or hear from Margaret Martin about what life was like for women before they had the right to vote. Experience the stories of ordinary people that shaped our country in a unique and extraordinary way.
Ken took telling the 'Story of the Day' to a new level by juggling three balls while playing the harmonica -- well, sort of. Ken commented himself that it was probably a good idea that he used balls instead of eggs in the shell.
Guess Who's Coming to Dinner is a social program of the Rotary Club of Edmonton Strathcona. It is designed to provide an opportunity for Club members and spouses/companions to meet other Club members in an informal, social, small group setting.
Typically a Member would Host one month and be a Guest for two months. All Members are encouraged to participate - even if for only one month. The visitors should expect anything from spaghetti or pizza to steaks. The most important part of this program is the fellowship and the opportunity to get to know each other better.
On behalf of the Superstition Rotary Club you are invited to participate in the Annual Rotary Can-Am Golf Tournament. This is a fun tournament on one of Arizona's premier golf courses at the Gold Canyon Golf Resort.
While this is a Ryder Cup Format, it is also a Canadian - American Golf Challenge!! I'm campaigning for as many Canadian golfers as possible to play and 'take the cup'! The registration fee is $125 per person or $250 a twosome.
The Challenge is scheduled for January 14, 2017 at Gold Canyon Golf Resort's fantastic Dinosaur Mountain course, 6100 S. Kings Ranch Rd., in Gold Canyon. We look forward to your participation! Attached for your information are complete details regarding the event and registration. For additional information, please feel free to contact the following individuals: Len LaFlesch (lenlaflesch@gmail.com) 650-400-7700 or Ryan Duff (ryan@gcgr.com) 480-671-5566.
This, the largest fundraiser of the Superstition Mountain Rotary Club, is quickly approaching. Get your registration(s) in. Feel free to pass this information on to others who may want to participate or contribute.
Members are reminded about the District Volunteer Security Policy, DOWNLOAD HERE.
This policy was generated from the requirement of our insurance company providing liability coverage in case of issues arising from members and non-Rotarians working with youth and other vulnerable members of our society.
The policy provides that all involved Rotarians and non-Rotarians complete a vulnerable persons police check. See below or click 'Read more...'
Contact Hans Granholm, 780-466-5566 for more information.
District 5370 Police Record Check Process
The procedure applies to both Rotarians and non-Rotarians involved in any Rotary sponsored vulnerable person activity.
Have a vulnerable persons record check completed.
Submit your application with the Club’s letter of introduction (obtained by Hans Granholm) to the local police service.
After you receive the certificate, submit the original (photocopies are not accepted) (This procedure is to be updated) to the address in my signature below or alternately deliver to the District office.
Original is reviewed by Youth Protection Chair, Staff Sergeant Brian Scott.
Original and letter of certification are returned to volunteer directly. (To be updated)
Provide a photocopy to the club.
Certification lasts for a period of three years.
Police procedure:
RCMP
Certification is free of charge and sometimes they will complete the certification while you wait (if you have time to wait).
Edmonton Police Service (EPS)
EPS charges $15 for the certification and be aware that they accept cheque or money order ONLY. No cash or plastic. Cheque or money order should be made out to “City of Edmonton”.
The certificate will be mailed to you, usually within a week.
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