Sharing Today - May 4
May 4th, 2008 in Rotary SharesMembership Recruitment and Retention
To keep clubs strong, every Rotarian must share the responsibility of bringing new people into Rotary. Even new members can bring guests to meetings or invite them to participate in a service project. The value of Rotary speaks for itself, and the best way to spark the interest of potential members is by letting them experience fellowship and service firsthand. For more on strategy or techniques on recruiting new members, contact our District Membership Chair, PDG Johnny Robertson at johnsfuel@embarqmail.com.
40/60 Paul Harris Fellow Matches Still Available
Rotarians across our District continue to take advantage of this fantastic offer. As of today, only 12 matches remain. Don’t let this opportunity get by you–act now!!!
The match requires a concurrent $600.00 new money contribution to The Rotary Foundation. The $400.00 matches from the District are available due to donated points from other Rotarians and from accumulated District points. We started with approximately 50 matches and all matches must be claimed and paid by 1 June 2008.
Please contact our Foundation Chair, PDG Bevin Wall at bevin@rli33.org to reserve your match. The information needed will be the Rotarian’s name, club name, and name and address of the recipient of the Paul Harris Fellow. The District will help complete and turn in the appropriate forms. Reservations are not final until the funds are received. Please note that none of the $600.00 cash match can be in points.
GSE Opportunities–2008-09
During Rotary Year 2008-09, our District will sponsor two GSE Teams. One with District 9220 (Madagascar & Mauritius) and the other with newly formed Rotary District 2201 (Central Spain, including Madrid and the Canary Islands). While the dates could vary, dates of the Madagascar/Mauritius Exchange are 18 April-18 May 2009. Dates of the Spanish Exchange are to be determined.
GSE Team Leader criteria can be found in RI Publication “Program Guide for Rotarians” pages 17&18. We are looking for an experienced Rotarian who can take charge of the Team that he/she will help to select. He/she should have some international experience/exposure and must be willing and able, physically and otherwise, to keep pace with the vigorous program that is typical of an Exchange. Language proficiency/fluency in the host district language is a plus but, not mandatory. Spouses or relatives of Rotarians are not allowed to accompany the Team. The Team Leader will be responsible for pre-departure preparation, orientation, team-building, completion and assembly of all pre-departure documents for Team Members. GSE Team Leaders and Members have significant responsibilities in hosting the Inbound GSE Teams from Madagascar/Mauritius and Spain.
There is no requirement that GSE Team Leader applicants have previously held a district leadership position. Current & future Club leaders, Assistant Governors and future GSE Chairs are potential GSE Team Leaders. This is an opportunity to grow future District Leaders.
Applications can be downloaded from the RI web site www.Rotary.org. Type “The Rotary Foundation” in the search engine, select “Educational Programs”, select “GSE Teams”, see “GSE Team Leader Application” under Related Documents. Applications are due to David Baggett, GSE Chair, by 16 May 2008. Send them to him at 2919 Hybart Street, Fayetteville, NC, 28303 or by E-mail to dbaggett@nc.rr.com. Interviews of applicants and selection of both GSE Team Leaders will be done by 1 June 2008.”
Leadership Training for Rotary Year 2008-09
From our Governor-Elect Lee Dixon — Members of the incoming District Leadership Team are reminded of the Training Session to be held from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 31 May 2008 at the Holiday Inn Express in Wallace. Each committee chair will have the opportunity to present his/her goals for the coming year. DGE Lee encourages everyone to remember that we only have 525,600 minutes in the 2008-09 Rotary year to “Make Dreams Real.” For more information contact DGE Lee at ldixon@edapa.com, (O) 252-247-2127 or (H) 252-240-0118.
Applications for Ambassadorial Scholarships
Chances are that we all know someone in our community who would be a great representative for our Club and for Rotary. Now is the time for our Clubs to be considering candidates for the 2009-10 Ambassadorial Scholarships Program. Remember that there is no upper age limit. Some of our local professionals or retirees could be worthy candidates to go to graduate school or to learn about a new culture or language. Clubs should use the month of May to search out these candidates and start committee interviews on 1 June. For more information on this fantastic program please contact our District Scholarship Chair, Magda Baggett at 910-487-4931 or mbaggett@nc.rr.com.
District Conference 2009
From our DG-Elect, Lee Dixon — Plan ahead to shake those winter doldrums! The 2009 District Conference Cruise sets sail on February 19-22, 2009. All aboard for Rotary fun & fellowship!
Cruise Highlights:
ü Ports of Call of Key West & Cozumel, Excursions available!
ü Newly renovated Ship- The Carnival Destiny- Cruise in luxury!
ü Indulge yourself- Spa, Sports, Casino, Shows, Activities… and more!
Program Highlights:
ü 93 hrs aboard ship- 10 hours of Rotary program, 83 hrs of unstructured time!
ü Program Theme of Fun & Fellowship- Rotary Games Shows & more…
ü Completely Casual Cruise- “No shoes, No shirt, No problem” attitude!
ü Cruising with Miami Rotarians- a fun bunch! Home stays available!
ü Rotary Leadership Institute, RLI Part I classes available on Day 2 of Cruise!
ü Work an International Service Project in Cozumel with our fellow Rotarians!
ü Meaningful Rotary events & information- share with your family & friends!
Cost Highlights:
ü Base rates so low that our travel agent dropped out!
ü No hidden fees… taxes, supplements & even gratuities included in rate shown!
ü But there’s more… automatic $50 per cabin credit- you can use as you wish!
ü But there’s more… 2 category room upgrade if you sign up by May 10 2008!
ü But there’s more… on top of the Carnival incentives, your Conference attendance is subsidized by the district!
o To promote representation from every club, if you sign up by Sept. 1, 2008 the first two Rotarian cabins booked from each club receive a $200 “cash back” credit upon cruising. This is a district deal, and is on top of the low Carnival rates!
o Including the two persons per club “cash back”, the first 100 Rotary Cabins from our district booked will receive $200 “cash back” upon cruising!
o You pay the Carnival published rates in advance, and the district awards the “cash back” credits after sailing!
ü Free Home Stays & Transportation with Miami area Rotarians before or after the Cruise!
ü Singles can get on a waiting list for Rotary roommates to split cabin charges!
See our 2009 District Conference Brochure for the details of these offers. View our Draft Agenda.
Sign up today by calling Carnival
at 1-866-721-3225
Reference Booking No. 3XZ368.
See more about the cruise details on Carnival’s website at www.Carnival.com or click here for Our Cruise Details & Excursions
The Weekly Rotary Foundation Thought
The Impact of Rotarians’ Generosity is Everywhere — When you talk with a Group Study Exchange team member, an Ambassadorial Scholar or visit the site of a Matching Grant, you realize that our Rotary Foundation is truly creating peace and hope in our world.
Many Rotary clubs regularly contribute to The Rotary Foundation as a part of their club’s annual goals. Clubs that consistently give to The Foundation have two things in common: 1) Their members are more aware and involved in the good works of the Rotary Foundation and 2) Their club leaders have a clear and defined strategy to conduct fundraisers and/solicit funds from every club member.
Give “Every Rotarian, Every year” the opportunity to support our Rotary Foundation. For more information on devising a strategy for your club or on district giving or program participation, contact our District Foundation Chairman, PDG Bevin Wall at bevin@rli33.org.
“Rotary Shares”