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The Rotary theme for March is Water and Sanitation/Hygiene (WaSH). Though one of RI's seven areas of focus, it directly impacts all other areas. Lack of adequate water and sanitation / hygiene is a disastrous problem across the globe and a growing issue in North America. An article published by the USDA-EPA - Partnership to Provide Wastewater Sanitation to Underserved Communities states;
“The America that we all believe in is a land of opportunity. But, for historically marginalized communities from Alabama to Alaska, that opportunity is stolen when basic sanitation doesn’t work—exposing adults and children to backyard sewage and disease.”
The March, 2022 Rotary magazine had an excellent article on failing sanitation infrastructure in rural America and the role this is having in perpetuating health and socioeconomic disparities. Highlighting the work of MacArthur “genius grant” recipient, Catherine Coleman Flowers, the article offers important insights into what is not working and shares some of the things Rotarians CAN DO to take action! One such action is as much about building positive peace as it is improving infrastructure.
This year Rotaract week is March 13th – 19th
First, a “shout out” to the Rotaractors across the district. Rotaract was officially inaugurated in 1968 with World Rotaract Week, observed annually the week of 13 March. There are 10,698 Rotaract clubs made up of 203,298 members in 180 countries worldwide.
Give a shout out to the Baldwin Wallace Rotaract Service Club – you can follow them and their great projects on Instagram - bwurotaract or on Facebook
Rotary and Rotaract should plan to:
Celebrate with Service Rotaract clubs are all about developing young leaders through service. Coordinate joint projects with local Rotary and Rotaract clubs to fundraise for The Rotary Foundation, raise awareness around a local cause, or organize a service project.
Foster Friendship and Fun
Rotaractors are experts at creating friendships and having fun. They partner with local Rotary clubs to organize a networking night or resume-writing workshop to bring Rotaractors and Rotarians together to learn from each other. This a great opportunity to share the amazing work clubs are doing with your community and invite potential members to learn more about Rotaract.
Thank you for all the amazing work you are doing through fellowship and service to your community and the world!
WELCOME TO MARCH
As we enter the month of March we look forward to the new beginnings that Spring brings. Walking in the parks, trees budding, flowers beginning to emerge and clubs continuing to renew and grow. Spring revitalizes our spirit and passion. We, as Rotarians and clubs of District 6630, begin planning for outdoor events, service projects, fundraising and preparing for the changeover of our club and district leadership.
This month, March 10th and 11th, the Club Presidents Elect will be traveling to Columbus for the State of Ohio’s All Ohio P.E.T.S.
All-Ohio Presidents-Elect Training Seminar is a multi-district P.E.T.S. training sessions of the five Rotary Districts in Ohio. It serves all of the Rotary Clubs in Ohio — more than 250 clubs.
During the weekend you and your spouse/partner will meet fellow Presidents-Elect to create new and lasting friendships, and of course learn about the operations of a successful Rotary Club.
You will hear presentations by Rotary leaders including Gordon McInally, President Elect Rotary International, and participate in discussions led by the workshop facilitators, all of whom were outstanding club presidents. Your District Governor-Elect, aided by your assistant governors, will conduct special district meetings.
This is a great chance to join the Exchange Students for the CAVS game against the Philadelphia 76ers’ on March 15, 2023.
All Rotarians and friends are welcome for the pregame reception and CAVS game on the 15th.
The reception with the students begins at 5:00 pm and includes a snack with soft drinks at the Clevelander Bar and Grille ,at 834 Huron Street, Cleveland, Ohio.
In addition, we will have a few door prizes and a raffle for the exchange students and their guests.
This has always been a fun night, a chance to see the young CAVS and have some great fellowship.
Please see the flyer attached to order tickets. Any questions, call Stew at 330-607-1442.
We’re excited to announce that our Changeover Training Seriesis back for 2023! To help better prepare you for your new role and responsibilities this upcoming Rotary year, we are hosting a series of free webinars to help you brush up on your ClubRunner skills and knowledge.
Join us for these in-depth webinars starting on April 14th until April 23rd, 2023, where we'll be offering both beginner and advanced level training sessions covering various modules, by role on the club and district versions.
You are being contacted as a district executive. Club executives and site administrators that have their own ClubRunner subscription to the club version have also received a copy of this email. We encourage you to share this email with club executives that do not subscribe to ClubRunner as we are also hosting webinars specifically for clubs that use the district version to manage their club and data.
Registration Details
Click below to view our schedule and to register for individual sessions, or visit www.clubrunner.com/training. Can't attend live? Not to worry, all sessions will be recorded and shared on our Community site after the series is complete.
This Learning Center course will show how a prospect experiences the membership leads process, and how club and district leaders can create a consistent, positive experience for prospective members.
Planning is underway for our District 6630 Conference of Clubs and District Leadership Assembly being held April 28-29, 2023 at Cleveland Marriott East in Beachwood.
This conference is for ALL Rotarians and we want to give all of you a special opportunity to help promote your club and/or businesses through placing an ad or message in the conference printed program, website, social media highlights and other publicity we are planning.
We also welcome non-Rotarians to place an ad, so if you know or do business with someone who might benefit from the exposure, please feel free to share this accordingly.
The deadline for all sponsorship commitments and ad submissions is APRIL 1, 2023.
There are six slots for full page, full color ads and all other ads are black and white and vary in size. Ads are first come-first served, so act quickly!
Be sure to also save the date to attend!! Registration and hotel links will be sent soon.
Geauga West Rotary recently had it's 32nd annual "Hearts for Service" fundraiser at the EOUV Austrian Club. The event included appetizers, family style dinner, open bar, desserts, main raffle, silent auction, Chinese auction, sideboards, and dancing. This year's primary recipient was Next Step Geauga, who is a nonprofit community-based case management and stabilization program for young adults. In addition to the many programs GW does throughout the year , they were able to provide Next Step with a much needed Buick Envision made possible thru the generous sponsorship of GMC/Junction Auto , along with UH Hospitals and the loyal support of the West Geauga community in general.
Pictured above are GW Rotarians John Zachariah, Terry Palermo, Fred Nevar, and Bob Voss along with Next Step Geauga director Andrea Pollock in the driver's seat.
Preparing to demonstrate the traditional Austrian "ShotSki" are Next Step advisory board president Scott Wayt, GW Rotary President Lisa Luoma, Junction Auto rep Katelyn Misich, and UH Hospital rep Bill Rice.
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Rotary and Rotaract should plan to:
