Month: May 2017
Past Presidents share golden memories during club’s anniversary
Eighteen former Rotary Club of Perth (RCOP – Australia, District 9455) presidents shared highlights of their presidential year to celebrate the club’s 90th anniversary in
Community leader Mel Sturm recognised by Rotary Club of Oak Ridge
Mel Sturm, a longtime owner of retail businesses and land in Oak Ridge who established scholarships 41 years ago for Oak Ridge High School students
Mother-daughter’s trip to India leads them to help anti-polio project
It was both a privilege and an honour for Diana and Danelle Wilson to first tour and then take part in a National Immunisation
East Hampton Rotary celebrates 50 years of community service
When Joe Hren III first joined East Hampton Rotary (New York, District 7980) eight years ago, it was an eye-opener. He had signed on, he
Rotary gift to benefit children in India
In India, congenital heart defects are the top cause of infant deaths. A Fort Wayne organisation was recognised for efforts to make a difference. Fort
Rotary awards high school students for community service
For 15 years now, the Rotary Club of St. Thomas (Canada, District 6330) has been recognising local high schoolers who dedicate themselves to the organisation’s
Rotary targets 200 Nigerian households for empowerment
The Rotary Club of Abuja Wuse 2, District 9125, Nigeria has revealed plans to empower 200 households in Abuja communities this year. This was disclosed
Rotary upgrades Cornerstone shelter services
Families seeking refuge at the Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre must sometimes stay longer than they wish, Jim Mills of the Rotary Club of Cobourg
Rotary Club launches mother-child promo for better healthcare
On the occasion of Mother and Child Health Month, which is celebrated by Rotary International in June, Rotary Club of St Maarten (Caribbean, District 7020)
Rotary opens educational park for children in US
Faye Clow was the first female president of Rotary Club and a woman who dedicated her life to helping children discover the wonders of learning
Rotary urges students to shun gender violence
In a bid to put an end to the increasing incidences of violence against women and young ladies, Rotary International district 9110 Nigeria has urged
Osoyoos man plans cycling to coast to raise funds for India’s Dalits
An Osoyoos man plans to bicycle to Surrey to raise money for aid projects to help India’s oppressed Dalit people. Trevor Caldecott spoke to the
Rotary donation helps Berkshire Food Project replace old stove
With 100 more people counting on a free meal, a reliable commercial stove is vital. Now, the Berkshire Food Project has one. “For a chef,
Lismore Men’s & Community Shed buoyed by Rotary support
After the Lismore Men’s Shed was devastated by the recent storms and floodwater, members have been delighted by the kindness shown by Rotary clubs near
Riverhead surgeons help poor families around the world
Memories from every one of the medical mission trips taken by Dr Rajesh Patel are forever etched in the Riverhead physician’s mind. Standing at a
Riseley set to lead Rotary to newer heights
The recent Rotary District Assembly gave existing and new Rotarians an insight into the hundreds of service and fellowship activities that take place in Rotary District
Celebrating 30 years of women in Rotary
Rotary Clubs got their start from the visions of Chicago attorney, Paul Harris, who formed the first Rotary Club in February 1905, so professionals with
Rotarians discover ‘blissful’ Taranaki
A visit to Parihaka in New Zealand was inspirational and informative, says the descendant of a family who settled in the area to farm more
Tiwa Savage is Rotary ambassador for polio eradication
Nigerian singer/songwriter, Tiwa Savage, is the newest face to join Rotary’s ‘This Close’ public awareness campaign for polio eradication. Savage, who was described by CNN
Ex-club president inspires £1 million donation
The former president of Rotary Club Halstead’s (UK, District 1240) friendship with a teacher has helped secure a donation of about £1 million to the
Club Matters – May 2017 Issue
RC Mannargudi Midtown — D 2981 A general medical camp at Melathiruppalakkudi village was organised by the club. Of the 600 people screened, 200 patients