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Attend the Uniendo America Project Fair in Belize

October 18, 2017

By Marcello A. Blake, Co-Chair of 2018 Uniendo America Project Fair Greetings from Belize! On behalf of Districts 4240 and 4250, we would like to invite you to Uniendo America Project Fair 2018 to be held in Belize City, from January 25 to 27, 2018. Project fairs are the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in … More Attend the Uniendo America Project Fair in Belize

Providing warmth to children in need

October 10, 2017

By Ron Hollenbeck, Past President of the Rotary Club of Centerville, Ohio, USA Back in 1998, Rotarian Dick Sanford brought a unique service project to our club. I was the Community Projects Director of the Rotary Club of Longwood in Pennsylvania, USA at the time, and Dick was a longstanding member of the same club. … More Providing warmth to children in need

Make new friends around the world

December 15, 2016

By Zuhal Sharp, Rotary Service and Engagement Staff Rotary Fellowships provide a great way to make new friends around the world and enhance your Rotary experience. Currently there are more than 70 Rotary Fellowships. These are autonomous internationally organized groups of Rotarians, family members, program participants, and alumni who share a common passion. As we wrap … More Make new friends around the world

Rotary International Convention breakout sessions can enhance service projects

May 25, 2016

If you’re joining us at the 2016 Rotary International Convention, 28 May-1 June, plan to participate in a variety of service-related breakout sessions. You’ll have a chance to learn from program experts, explore service opportunities, build new friendships, and connect with prospective project partners. Sessions will be held in the afternoons, 30 May-1 June. Service-oriented … More Rotary International Convention breakout sessions can enhance service projects

Foster service partnerships and new friendships at the 10th annual European project fair

May 9, 2016

By Leonardo de Angelis, 2013-2016 District Rotary Foundation Chair, District 2072 (Italy) Dear friends, Registration is now open for the 10th annual Multi-Club Workshop, scheduled for 7-11 September 2016 in Palermo, Italy. Similar to project fairs, Rotarian friends are invited to come learn about European service projects in need of support at our September event. Join … More Foster service partnerships and new friendships at the 10th annual European project fair

Empowering disabled teens and adults through Rotary Community Corps

March 24, 2016

By Kam Breitenbach, a member of the Rotary Club of Parker, Colorado, USA, and advisor to the Parker Rotary Community Corps In Douglas County, Colorado and many counties in the United States, the school district finishes educating those with disabilities when they turn 21 years of age. How can this population integrate into their community and … More Empowering disabled teens and adults through Rotary Community Corps

Building life-long friendships through Rotary Fellowships

January 25, 2016

By Past RI Vice President Serge Gouteyron, member of the Rotary Club of Valenciennes-Denain aerodrome (France) and Chair of the 2015-16 RI Rotary Fellowships Committee The second Object of Rotary encourages Rotarians to hold high ethical standards in business and profession; to recognize the worthiness of all useful occupations; and to dignify each Rotarian’s occupation … More Building life-long friendships through Rotary Fellowships

Rotary service project unites an entire community

November 25, 2015

By Gregg Alexander, Rotary Club of Bozeman Sunrise For six years now the Bozeman Sunrise Rotary Club (Montana, USA) has provided home repair assistance to local residents through the Bozeman Fix-Up Festival. Giving preference to elderly and disabled homeowners, the Fix-Up Festival strives to provide home improvements to low-income residents that either can’t afford it … More Rotary service project unites an entire community

Celebrate World Interact Week!

November 3, 2015

By Jessie Dunbar-Bickmore, RI Programs staff Every year, Interact clubs take action to make a difference in their communities through service projects. During the first week of November, World Interact Week, we’re celebrating their efforts and commitment to Service Above Self. Here are some ways Interact Clubs are making an impact and changing lives: The … More Celebrate World Interact Week!

Rotary Fellowships’ annual activities support polio eradication efforts

June 22, 2015

By Ellina Kushnir, RI Programs staff Besides organizing projects related to their hobbies and recreational activities, many Rotary Fellowships demonstrate their commitment Service Above Self by supporting Rotary’s efforts to help eradicate polio. From championships and competitions to auctions and raffles, Rotary Fellowships incorporate fundraisers into their annual activities to raise funds for the PolioPlus campaign: … More Rotary Fellowships’ annual activities support polio eradication efforts