OCTOBER 24 - WORLD POLIO DAY
Happenings:
Board of Directors Meeting - September
Gov. Phil Scott on Tuesday (3/24) issued a “stay home, stay safe” order and directed the closure of in-person operations for all non-essential businesses. The amended/updated order will be in effect/extended until September 15. Membership Meetings ~ September 14 September 28 More information to come. Want to visit a meeting? Contact us here
Everyone Eats to provide free restaurant-prepared meals in Rutland County Poultney Rotary to Assist in
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Grand OpeningReclaimed Makerspace
Grand Opening Held Poultney Rotary welcomed the new business venture to Poultney on Saturday, September 26 with a ribbon cutting ceremony lead by President Mandy Mitnik. |
ROTARY DISTRICT 7870
Steve Puderbaugh- District Governor 2020 -21
Welcome to the 2020-21 Rotary year!
As your new District Governor as of July 1st, I don’t need to tell
anyone we live in a very unusual time. All of us in leadership of our
clubs, our businesses, our families and in my case the Rotary district are faced with a myriad of decisions that have to be made. While it can be daunting during “normal” times, it is certainly more evident during a worldwide pandemic.
In spite of all the challenges we continue to face, I want to
congratulate all the clubs who are doing great things in their communities in spite of the challenges of Covid-19. Many made masks and distributed them when they were in short supply. We now have a Rotarian in CT who is offering masks to any clubs who want to supply needs in their communities. Past Governor Nancy is taking charge of that effort. A couple days ago we were bringing in 10,000 and counting.
As your new District Governor as of July 1st, I don’t need to tell
anyone we live in a very unusual time. All of us in leadership of our
clubs, our businesses, our families and in my case the Rotary district are faced with a myriad of decisions that have to be made. While it can be daunting during “normal” times, it is certainly more evident during a worldwide pandemic.
In spite of all the challenges we continue to face, I want to
congratulate all the clubs who are doing great things in their communities in spite of the challenges of Covid-19. Many made masks and distributed them when they were in short supply. We now have a Rotarian in CT who is offering masks to any clubs who want to supply needs in their communities. Past Governor Nancy is taking charge of that effort. A couple days ago we were bringing in 10,000 and counting.
New video promotes our networking and fellowship opportunities
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Rotary International video
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Rotary International video
“Our vision for the future, now more than ever, is the difference between success and failure. The New Generations are our investment in the future. Let us begin to build that future today.”
Past RI President Luis Vicente Giay,
1996 RI Convention in Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Luis Vicente Giay, passed away of COVID-19 August 29 in the city of Buenos Aires.
During his tenure he toured 170 countries and visited Pope John Paul II, Mother Teresa of Calcutta and Nelson Mandela, among other personalities. He also signed the agreement with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation for the eradication of polio in the world.
Past RI President Luis Vicente Giay,
1996 RI Convention in Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Luis Vicente Giay, passed away of COVID-19 August 29 in the city of Buenos Aires.
During his tenure he toured 170 countries and visited Pope John Paul II, Mother Teresa of Calcutta and Nelson Mandela, among other personalities. He also signed the agreement with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation for the eradication of polio in the world.
My condolences to Celia and the family of Past Rotary International President Luis Vicente Giay upon his passing. He inspired us to build the future of Rotary and will be greatly missed. pic.twitter.com/E3DQEocBkc
— John Hewko (@JohnHewko) August 31, 2020
International Presidential theme
2020-21: Rotary Opens Opportunities
RI President Holger Knaack’s theme for 2020-21, Rotary Opens Opportunities, asks Rotarians to create opportunities that strengthen their leadership, help put service ideas into action, and improve the lives of those in need.
Changing for the future Knaack also urged members to embrace change so Rotary can expand and thrive. Rather than setting a specific target for increasing the number of members, Knaack said he’s asking clubs and districts to think about how to grow in a sustainable and organic way. He wants clubs to focus on keeping current members engaged and adding new members who are the right fit for their club.
Changing for the future Knaack also urged members to embrace change so Rotary can expand and thrive. Rather than setting a specific target for increasing the number of members, Knaack said he’s asking clubs and districts to think about how to grow in a sustainable and organic way. He wants clubs to focus on keeping current members engaged and adding new members who are the right fit for their club.
NEW THEME ADDED BY
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL
The Rotary Foundation Trustees and Rotary International Board of Directors have both unanimously approved adding a new area of focus: supporting the environment.
More than $18 million in Foundation global grant funding has been allocated to environment-related projects over the past five years. Creating a distinct area of focus to support the environment will give Rotary members even more ways to bring about positive change in the world and increase our impact.
Supporting the environment becomes Rotary's seventh area of focus, which are categories of service activities supported by global grants. It joins peacebuilding and conflict prevention; disease prevention and treatment; water, sanitation, and hygiene; maternal and child health; basic education and literacy; and community economic development.
Grant applications for projects will be accepted beginning on 1 July 2021. Gifts and commitments from Rotarians and others will be sought to provide global grant support for the new area of focus.
More information about this new cause will be announced soon.
More than $18 million in Foundation global grant funding has been allocated to environment-related projects over the past five years. Creating a distinct area of focus to support the environment will give Rotary members even more ways to bring about positive change in the world and increase our impact.
Supporting the environment becomes Rotary's seventh area of focus, which are categories of service activities supported by global grants. It joins peacebuilding and conflict prevention; disease prevention and treatment; water, sanitation, and hygiene; maternal and child health; basic education and literacy; and community economic development.
Grant applications for projects will be accepted beginning on 1 July 2021. Gifts and commitments from Rotarians and others will be sought to provide global grant support for the new area of focus.
More information about this new cause will be announced soon.
