Posted by District Governor Irene Kelly (Eden Prairie AM)
The new Rotary year has begun! How will you Be the Inspiration? My three adorable grandkids inspire me daily; however, I have been inspired big time every day since July 10th when I visited the first Rotary club in my journey as your District Governor.
“A picture is worth a 1,000 words” truly applies. Hearing about the work clubs in 5950 do is nothing compared to seeing members in action. Rotarians, you inspire me!
So that we can inspire each other throughout this year of Be the Inspiration, I want the newsletter to spotlight clubs and provide ideas based on what is going on in other clubs:
Projects that need partners
Events that are FUN
Fundraisers that make a difference.
As we inspire each other to Be the Inspiration, we want to share the club “recipes” that lead to so much success in 5950. The first highlights are in this issue. Feel free to share your club's successes using the Recipe4Success format in the graphic (optional). I can’t wait to see what you cook up!
Finally, each newsletter will feature Terrific Tips to help you navigate ClubRunner and fully utilize its features. Find these tips and the list of upcoming events at the bottom of each issue. Don'tmiss these by stopping before you get to the bottom of the newsletter!
The Rotarian magazine's colorful August cover directed 1.2 million readers to "Winning New Members: 15 surefire, proven, no-nonsense, tried-and-true, foolproof, absolutely guaranteed tips". Their source? Our own District Governor-Nominee, Tom Gump, who secured 31 new members for his Edina/Morningside club while serving as its 2016-17 president. (Read thearticle here or turn to page 26 in your issue.)
Tom's success -- and word of his documented tips in presentation form -- makes him a sought-after speaker at District 5950 clubs. To schedule him, contact District Membership Chair Lloyd Campbell (Glenwood) atlloydwcampbelljr@gmail.com.
Then page forward in the same August issue topages 53-54 where the Rotary Club of South Metro Minneapolis Evenings (SMME) is featured for their nontraditional (and effective) after-hours meeting structure. The Rotarian staff selected SMME because they demonstrate the diversity of the Rotary experience.
Posted by Karen Walkowski (Lake Minnetonka Excelsior), Initiative chair
Last year, Districts 5950 and 5960 introduced an initiative called “Out of the Shadows: Ending Human Trafficking in Minnesota.” District leaders suggested that every club schedule a presentation about Rotary’s role in fighting human trafficking, and to identify a Club Champion who will lead efforts to raise awareness in the local community and develop projects to help in the prevention. District Governor Irene Kelly is committed to continuing this important initiative.
Karen Walkowski and Meg Low (both Lake Minnetonka Excelsior) chair and lead this initiative. If your club wishes to schedule a presentation on what Rotary is doing to end human trafficking, contact Karen (kwalkow59@gmail.com) or Meg (LowMargaret22@Gmail.com).
Club Champions will be invited to training to help them raise community awareness and help in prevention and aid to victims. If your club does not have a Club Champion yet, consider asking a member to serve. Send the name and contact information to Karen or Meg.
Posted by Greg Krauska (Chanhassen), D5950 ShelterBox liaison
When disaster strikes, ShelterBox and Rotary work together globally to get shelter, solar lights, tools, water filters and other essentials to people around the world.
Cape Coral, Florida Rotarian Erik Elsea started canoeing the length of the Mississippi River in July. His goal? Raise $100 per mile ($255,200) and inform the public of the ShelterBox-Rotary partnership. Just as ShelterBox and Rotary partner after disasters, Erik will connect with Rotary clubs through community events, backyard barbecues and Rotary meetings as he journeys on the Mississippi.
“As a realtor, I know how important it is for people to have a home and a community,” said Elsea. “By supporting ShelterBox, we can help ensure that many more families around the world will have shelter when disaster strikes.” Erik made his way through District 5950 in late-July, speaking at several club meetings and appearing at community events on or near the river. (Read about and/or donate to his expedition.)
Hurricane season is coming. Disasters don’t stop and neither does ShelterBox. Thank you to all District 5950 clubs for your support in 2018! Do you have other ideas of how you would like to help? Contact me at gkrauska@hotmail.comor 612-801-7821.
Rotary has many things to offer you as a member. They are not hidden, but you do need to dig for details. One that may be of interest to you is the Rotary Fellowships.
Fellowships are members who share a common interest in recreational activities, sports, hobbies or professions. By joining one of these fellowships you may make lasting friendships outside of your club, district or country. Sharing a common interest will enhance your experiences and introduce new friends.
There are about 40 fellowships that function independently of Rotary International. The dues and activity of each fellowship varies with the leadership. To learn more go to www.rotary.org/fellowships. Examples of fellowships include: antique automobiles, bird watching, cruising, and international travel and hosting.
When I travel internationally I contact a Rotarian from that area for guidance in things to see or avoid. He or she may host me at home or take me out to dinner. In exchange, I am willing to host a fellow member traveling in my area.
Posted by Lilly Moeding, Assistant Manager for Box Tops for Education
Sending Love Venezuela is a quickly growing 501(c)3 that sends food and infant formula to malnourished infants and children in Venezuela. Due to the economic collapse of the country, more than 90% of Venezuelans live in poverty. Infants and children are suffering the most.
General Mills donated 57 pallets of food. Each pallet costs $900 to ship. Sending Love Venezuela is reaching out to clubs, seeking financial partners to help ship the food.There are Rotary clubs in the recipient area (Maracaibo and Caracas) who can benefit from the shipments. If your club is interested, please watch this videoand contactlilly.moeding@genmills.com or 763-764-4667.
Posted by Tom Gump (Edina Morningside), Toronto Zone 28 Coordinator for promotion
The RI Convention in Toronto celebrated 50 years of Rotaract. The 25,000 Rotarians and Interactors attending heard featured speakers Princess Anne, Former First Lady Laura Bush, and three Prime Ministers.
Diversity and kindness abounded. Everywhere you went there were happy people wearing Rotary clothes and eager to visit. Social highlights including our District 5950’s “Meet and Greet at Mill Street” and the Zone 28-29 party at the Hockey Hall of Fame where people wore custom Rotary hockey jerseys produced by a D5950 Rotarian.
RI General Secretary John Hewko’s message resonated deeply with me. He stressed that if we truly want world peace, the two areas of Rotary focus we need to concentrate on are clean water/ sanitation/hygiene and literacy (which includes the empowerment of women). Hewko asked us to be forward looking and question “What kind of Rotary do we need to be?”
Welcome to the first entries featuring club Recipes4Success! Submit stories to Cheri Ashfeld at cheri_n_lee@hotmail.com.
St. Cloud: Rotaract grows in size and impact Our Saint Cloud Rotaract Club is two and a half years old and thriving! While there were certainly struggles in starting a new club, we've seen some incredible success. One of our most impactful projects was packing 50+ backpacks with $2,000 worth of school supplies and distributing them to students in need at a local school. We also work alongside our sponsor club, the Rotary Club of St. Cloud, on their initiatives. We’re 26 members strong and growing quickly!
Plymouth: Santana's family law work featured
Lymari Santana (Plymouth) was featured on the cover of this year’s edition of Super Lawyers. Afeature articlehighlighted her family law practice. Lymari is a great example of Rotarians living out The 4-Way Test and their personal values in their vocations.
Fairmont: Local paper features 35- and 45-year Rotary tenures
Major Dale Hixenbaugh, left, and Ron Hegerle were honored by the Fairmont Rotary Club on Monday as the two attended their last meeting as members. Hixenbaugh has been involved with the organization for 35 years, the last six of which have been with the Fairmont organization. Hegerle ended his Rotary career with perfect attendance for his entire 45-year tenure. If he was unable to make a Fairmont meeting, Hegerle attended a Rotary meeting in a neighboring community to maintain his spotless record.
Brooklyn Center: Charter member Eldon Tessman honored
Eldon Tessman was named Rotarian of the Year at Brooklyn Center’s annual Charter Night celebration. Eldon is a charter member who served as president in 1992-93. His generous support makes him a member of the Paul Harris Society, Major Donors, and Benefactor Society.
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As we inspire each other to Be the Inspiration, we want to share the club “recipes” that lead to so much success in 5950. The first highlights are in this issue. Feel free to share your club's successes using the Recipe4Success format in the graphic (optional). I can’t wait to see what you cook up!
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Rotary has many things to offer you as a member. They are not hidden, but you do need to dig for details. One that may be of interest to you is the Rotary Fellowships.
