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Last June 26th, Rotary’s international board of trustees unanimously approved a new focus area for Rotary – the environment. On July 1, 2021, Rotary is “putting its money where its mouth is”, as environmental projects of all kinds become available for global grant funding. For more on this topic, see this month’s copy of “Rotary” magazine. Listed below are specific initiatives targeted for funding:
 
  • Restoring habitat, planting native vegetation, and removing invasive plant and animal species
  • Protecting endangered species and preventing illegal wildlife trade
  • Addressing overfishing, pollution and coastal erosion
  • Educating communities in conservation and resource management
  • Supporting eco-friendly agriculture and sustainable fisheries
  • Promoting the use of traditional and indigenous knowledge in resource management
  • Supporting the transition to energy-efficient transportation
  • Eliminating exposure to environmental toxins
  • Reducing food waste
 
Many of these issues sound very much like the needs of Nebraskans, some of which are addressed by the state’s unique and elected NRD structure, federal entities including the Army Corps of Engineers, NGOs such as the Nebraska Environmental Trust, and more. I wonder if we have a Rotarian who is passionate about these issues and has the vision to pull together a sustainable project. Contact me if you are that person.
 
See you on Wednesday as we hear from new member Cesar Garcia. And Happy Passover to those celebrating this ancient faith tradition beginning March 27th.
 
- John Sullivan
 
Membership Applications
Keelan Chapman, Account Manager at LinkedIn, sponsored by Todd Murphy.
 
Alexis Boulos is the Director of Operations for The Pinnacle Bank Championship. She is sponsored by Sean Olson.
 
Jorge Sotolongo is the Vice President of NAI NP Dodge. He is sponsored by Steve McCollister.
 
Any comments should be sent to Leigh Sittenauer at director@omaharotary.org.
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Swanson, Scott     Mar 08
Harvey, Gretchen     Mar 10
Meyer, Lloyd         Mar 10
Taylor, Phil    Mar 13
Boles, Michelle    Mar 14
Carnes, Todd    Mar 22
Trawick, Michelle    Mar 26
McGonigal, Don    Mar 28
Lajba, Francis    Mar 30
Stephen  Center Food Service

Stephen Center Food Service
2723 Q St, Omaha, NE 68107

Volunteers should enter on the SE corner, back door in the alley.

4 volunteers per shift
Suitable for families, as long as children are over age of 10.
Volunteers will be serving meals, no food preparation.

Masks required

Friday, April 30

Tuesday, May 11

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Volunteer from Home
Send Happy Notes to residents at the Salvation Army’s Durham Booth Manor. This is a project that can be done at any time.
If we could get a few club members signed up to send them, Lindy Hoyer will get a committee member to coordinate the frequency of the notes.
Just cheery notes to brighten someone’s day.
 
 
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If you attend another club's virtual meeting please email Leigh for attendance credit.
The other clubs are not all reporting make-up credits for Zoom attendance at this time.
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Apr 07, 2021
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May 05, 2021
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Sponsors

SOUTH OMAHA INITIATIVE
FOUNDING MEMBERS

Jorge Sotolongo

JORGE SOTOLONGO

Cesar

CESAR GARCIA

SOUTH OMAHA INITIATIVE SPONSORS

THE ROTARY CLUB OF OMAHA
(MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE)
 
                 
THE SULLIVAN GROUP
 
                            
OMAHA DOWNTOWN ROTARY FOUNDATION
 
                 

South Omaha Initiative Committee:

Honorary Chair: Hal Daub
 
Chair: John Sullivan
 
Members: Jorge Sortolongo, Cesar Garcia, Steve McCollister, Phil Taylor
                     
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Upcoming Events
Rotary Club of Omaha Board Meeting
ZOOM
Apr 09, 2021
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
 
Stephen Center Food Service
Stephen Center
Apr 30, 2021
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
 
Kids Against Hunger Project
The Family Room Church
May 08, 2021
 
Stephen Center Food Service
Stephen Center
May 11, 2021
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
 
Rotary Honor Roll Luncheon @ CHI Health Center
CHI Health Center
May 12, 2021
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
 
Rotary Club of Omaha Board Meeting
ZOOM
May 14, 2021
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
 
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