Despite Covid, our Rotary District, its clubs, its members, the District Grants Committee members, and District Grant applicants stepped up in a meaningful way. In less than six months, the District Grants Committee distributed its entire $222,133 budget, funding 27 projects representing 34 clubs. Together with club contributions, third party organization contributions (including the Mattson Match), and the District Grant funds, these clubs will implement over $440,000 worth of projects. 

 

Fifteen international projects support initiatives ranging from healthcare clinics and water projects to agricultural improvements. Local projects included efforts to address youth literacy, maternal health, and Covid relief to name a few. Congratulations to those clubs and individuals participating and implementing these projects.

 

While we have distributed our District Grant funds for this Rotary year, it is never too early to begin planning projects for the next Rotary year starting next July.  If interested in learning more about District Grants, please explore the District Grant Resources website. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have further questions or just want to brainstorm. Also, keep on the lookout for news regarding District 5950 Grant Management Seminars. These seminars will be conducted on Zoom, offered over several dates/times in March through May, and train you in the arts of all things Global Grants and District Grants. 

 

Thanks again for all that you do as Rotarians, and stay safe. Contact fred.semmer@gmail.com or 858-525-2947.