Whittney Smythe-Smith

24-25 District Governor

Join us as we celebrate a year of impact with DG Whittney Smythe-Smith and welcome Maile Foster as District 5470’s 2025–2026 Governor!

📅 Monday, June 30
⏰ Cash Bar Opens at 5:30 PM | Dinner & Program at 6:00 PM
📍 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
1775 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO

🎟️ Tickets: $50 – Includes dinner. Cash bar available.
🔗 Register here

Let’s honor our past, celebrate our present, and ignite our future.
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Join Us at the Rotary International District 5470 Conference in Colorado Springs

We’re excited to invite you to the Rotary International District 5470 Conference in Colorado Springs on October 4, 2025.

This conference is an opportunity to:

  • Be inspired by speakers and Rotarians making a global impact.

  • Connect with fellow Rotarians and community leaders.

  • Discover innovative solutions to today’s challenges.

  • Strengthen your leadership skills.

  • Spark new ideas for local and global change.

Stay tuned for registration details! Let’s come together to make a positive impact on our world.

See you in Colorado Springs!

SAVE THE DATE!
District 5470’s “Passing of the Torch” Dinner
Event in Colorado Springs | June 30, 2025
Exact Location & Time: To be announced

Join us as we celebrate an incredible year of leadership and welcome in a new chapter for District 5470. It’s a special evening full of gratitude, inspiration, and good company.

The details are still in the works, but one thing’s for sure—this is a celebration you won’t want to miss. Go ahead and mark your calendar now!

Unlock the Power of Rotary Knowledge!

Check out the Rotary International Learning Center and explore a wide range of courses covering topics like leadership development, project planning, Rotary basics, and so much more. LOTS of NEW Info HERE.

It’s flexible, informative, and a great way to grow—both as a Rotarian and as a leader.

Discover more here: https://learn.rotary.org/members/pages/36/course-catalogs

Let’s keep learning, growing, and making a difference—together!

2025 Changeover Webinars! 🎉

For ALL Members and Positions to Learn-  NEW changes and more updates- Check it out! https://site.clubrunner.ca/page/changeover-training

Get Ready for the New Rotary Year!  Whether you're part of a club or district, these free sessions are tailored to your role, so you get the most relevant tips, tools, and updates to succeed in the year ahead.

  • Discover what's new in ClubRunner

  • Brush up on key features and best practices

  • Set your leadership team up for success

  • Ask your questions during the live Q&A with our Product Specialists

There is no cost to attend any webinar. Note all listed times are in NAEDT (North American Eastern Time). Can't make any webinar live? All webinars will be recorded and made available after all sessions are complete.

Join us for an unforgettable experience of networking with women, exploring the role of joy in our lives and our service while relaxing in the breathtaking Rocky Mountains.

For more details, CLICK HERE: sitepage/women-s-conference

Contact

Becky Smith
beckyjsmith.rotary@gmail.com

Donna Hood
DGDonnaHood2627@apaintedview.com

START SENDING IN THOSE GRANT REQUESTS NOW

The 2025-2026 District 5470 Grant Training held over Zoom on March 15th was a success! Rotarians tuned in, engaged, and walked away with tons of valuable insights from our amazing District Chairs – Sheree Fukai (District Grants), Melanie Phelps (Global Grants), and Sam Kevan (Rotary Foundation). It was an interactive and informative session that set us all up for success!

Here’s a summary of what was covered:

  • Eligibility & Funding for District Grants: Key requirements include attending a Grants training seminar, submitting a completed MOU to the Rotary Foundation Chair, and meeting Annual Fund participation of $25 per member from at least 15% of club members.
  • 2025-2026 PowerPoints Included: Global Grant, District Grant, & Rotary Foundation Trainings 

The training helped clubs prepare to secure funding for impactful community projects.

If you missed the training and want more information, go to this LINK (Click for more info)

The 2025 RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) Planning Board

is excited to announce that student registration is now live! The registration forms are for students selected by your clubs as participants you'd like to attend RYLA. It's time to start recruiting the future leaders in your community! 

Register Here: rylaintherockies.org      Share this link as you recruit students!

Event Details:
📅 Dates: June 6–9, 2025
📍 Location: La Foret Conference and Retreat Center, Colorado Springs, CO
💲 Registration Fee: $400 per student

2024-2025 District Budget
🔗 For District 5280’s Wildfire Disaster Relief Fund and resources,
🔗 For District 5300’s Wildfire Disaster Relief Fund,
Where to start on Clubrunner? New to Rotary or ClubRunner? Brush up or explore what’s new—click here for tips, tutorials, and Webinars!
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