Hosted by Equitable Bank & Past President Doug Nodgaard 📅 July 29, TUESDAY | 🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
Mark your calendars! Our July Rotary After Hours promises an evening of connection, conversation, and community spirit. This month's gathering is generously hosted by Equitable Bank alongside our very own Past President Doug Nodgaard.
Whether you're a long-time Rotarian or a new member looking to build deeper connections, this casual social is the perfect opportunity to relax after work, catch up with fellow members, and strengthen the bonds that make our club so impactful.
đź“Ť Location: Equitable Bank, 20112 Pierce St., Omaha, NE 68130
Enjoy complimentary appetizers and a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
The Rotary Club of Omaha Morning proudly joined Heart Heroes on the green for their annual Holes FORE Heroes golf tournament on Monday, July 14, 2025, at Champions Run. With bright skies and even brighter hearts, the event brought together golfers, volunteers, and CHD families for a day of fun, fundraising, and unforgettable memories.
Highlights from the Course
Community in action – Teams gathered across 18 holes, enjoying sunshine, camaraderie, and friendly competition.
Heart Heroes at play – Children with congenital heart defects and their families joined in the day’s activities, bringing joy and superhero energy to the fairways.
Rotary spirit – Members of the Rotary Club of Omaha Morning shared smiles, posed for photos, and proudly supported this heartfelt mission with every swing.
Why It Matters
💖 Driving Hope – The tournament raises vital funds for Heart Heroes’ programs, including superhero capes, Totes of Hope, Camp Brave Heart, and year-round family support—all at no cost to CHD families.
🤝 Rotary in Action – By showing up on the course and in the community, our club continues to embody the Rotary motto: Service Above Self.
🌟 Raising Awareness – Events like Holes FORE Heroes shine a spotlight on the strength of CHD warriors and the importance of support networks like Heart Heroes.
Together, we made a difference—one swing at a time.
We’re proud to announce and welcome Aaron Tomita as the new president of our club. With a strong dedication to service and a passion for community, Aaron brings fresh ideas and a steady vision to the role. As we begin this exciting new chapter, let’s take a moment to get to know the person who will be leading us forward.
Aaron Tomita is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®), a Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), and a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®) at Avior Wealth Management. He specializes in helping business owners navigate the complexities of selling their business, increasing business value before a sale, and structuring a transition plan for retirement.
Aaron is an active volunteer and sits on several boards. Outside of his professional and volunteer work, he enjoys a wide range of outdoor recreational activities, including hiking, running, biking, swimming, and working out, all of which contribute to his focus on personal development.
As Aaron Tomita steps into his new role, we’re excited for the journey ahead. His leadership marks a promising chapter for our club—one filled with collaboration, growth, and fresh momentum. We invite all members to join us in supporting Aaron as we work together to make this year one of our best yet.
At the June 24, 2025 meeting, District Governor Tom Kerfoot recognized outgoing Omaha Morning Rotary President Greg Key for his outstanding leadership during the 2024–2025 Rotary year. The club extends its heartfelt thanks to Greg for his dedicated service and commitment to Rotary values.
During the same meeting, DG Kerfoot officially welcomed incoming President Aaron Tomita, presenting him with the President’s badge and gavel. As Aaron begins his term leading Omaha Morning Rotary, the club looks forward to another year of impactful service and continued growth under his guidance.
Rotary District 5650 Rotarians: This is my first newsletter of the new Rotary year. First, let me tell you what an honor and a privilege it is to be your 2025-26 District Governor. We have an exciting year ahead of us and I know we will all accomplish important things together serving our communities and the world as we “Unite For Good.”
Before I give you my message for July, I would like to thank PDG Tom Kerfoot, Omaha Suburban Rotary Club, for his great leadership over the past 2024-25 year in serving our Rotary District. Thank you, Tom!!
Tom, along with the rest of our District Leadership Team, did an excellent job, always thinking of others and how to best serve our Rotary Clubs. We are fortunate as Tom will continue to serve next year as Foundation Chair. Mick McKinley, PDG, Council Bluffs Noon Rotary Club, is stepping down after serving in this role for many years. A big thank you to Mick for his many years of dedicated service. Please thank him when you see him.
Hopefully, that won’t be long, as he and his bandmates from “Paul Harris and his Fellows” will be headlining at our Fall Rotary District Conference, October 17-18th, 2025 at the Scott Conference Center, Aksarben Village, Omaha on Friday evening, October 17th, 2025, for “Rotary Got Talent”.
I am writing this message to you having just returned from the Rotary International Convention in Calgary, Alberta, Canada June 21-25th, 2025. Including Rotarians and their family members, we had twenty-seven people in attendance from our Rotary District 5650. Thank you to everyone that attended. 15,000 Rotarians and their families from around the world attended.
The RI Convention was held at the Calgary Stampede Grounds & BMO Center where everyone did their best to make us feel welcome. The standard headgear was the Calgary white cowboy hat, and we all got into the spirit. There was even a Rotary Ferris wheel that you could ride. Outstanding speakers, breakouts, food, rodeo and music entertainment, tourism sites and networking were all part of the experience.
We heard from outgoing Rotary International President, Stephanie Urchick and incoming Rotary International President, Francesco Arezzo. I look forward to sharing his message of “Unite For Good” with all of you at my upcoming Rotary Club meetings over the next few months.
Rotary is not new to the idea of “Unite For Good.”
Aaron Tomita
Rotary District 5650 Rotarians: This is my first newsletter of the new Rotary year. First, let me tell you what an honor and a privilege it is to be your 2025-26 District Governor. We have an exciting year ahead of us and I know we will all accomplish important things together serving our communities and the world as we “Unite For Good.”
