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March 2019
The Rotary theme for March is Literacy. Basic education and literacy are one of Rotary’s six areas of focus. We know that basic education and literacy are essential for reducing poverty, improving health, encouraging community and economic development, and promoting peace.
Many clubs in our District do something that promotes literacy. A great resource for funding literacy projects is Dollar General. https://www.dgliteracy.org/grant-programs: Grant funding is provided to assist in the following areas: Implementing new or expanding literacy programs; purchasing new technology or equipment to support literacy initiatives; and purchasing books, materials or software for literacy programs. If you are looking at expanding a project or starting a literacy project, I encourage you to check out their website. Applications for grants run from January to the middle of May each year.
In February we completed our trip to Ensenada, Mexico for the “Smiles without Borders” and it was a great success. To see how an idea grew into what it did, with the support of so many clubs, was truly inspiring. The smiles on the faces of the children and parents was truly a Rotary moment. AG Elizabeth Cavasso from Alturas wrote an exceptional article that you will see in the March newsletter . Thank you, Elizabeth.
Brian and I visited the dugouts of Area 1 & 7 for Mid-Year visits and Foundation dinners. Dave Bianchi gave an informative program on Polio at the Area I dinner. Amal Zabit was the speaker in Area 7 and every time he shares his story, I am so inspired. A visit to the Rotary club of RenoSouth on Valentine’s day was extra special with the renewing of wedding vows for John and Liz Howe, who have been married for 61 years. A remake of their special day 61 years ago down to the white hand muffs and the bouquet. They were surprised with family and friends in attendance. It was indeed a very memorable moment for everyone.
Our Rotary 4 Way Fest conference is coming together very nicely. There will be so many opportunities for learning, collaborating and socializing that your biggest challenge will be trying to figure out what you want to do. There is something for everyone so be sure to check out the website: www.Rotary4wayfest.com and register before April 1st when the prices increase. We are down to the Home Stretch of an awesome Rotary Year. Brian and I are looking forward to celebrating all your Home Runs with you all at our Rotary 4 Way Fest.
Tina Spencer-Mulhern
District Governor 2018-19
Rotary International District 5190
Rotary International District 5190
REGISTER NOW FOR THE 4-WAY FEST
Please click the link below to enter the District Conference Registration process. The link will take you to a website where you can explore all of the activities and events associated with the Conference. Once you feel comfortable with all of your choices, push the Register Now under the Conference tab on the web site and prepare to solidify your plans for the District event of the year! Four Rotary districts combine for a conference you'll never forget.
Click to see a short video and learn more about the 4-Way Fest
When was the last time you did something for the first time?
It's time to start thinking about our Rotary Youth Leadership Awakening (RYLA) sessions for 2019! We are now recruiting counselors for this summer. There are three sessions, as follows:
- Session A: June 16-21 (counselors arrive on the 15th)
- Session B: June 23-28 (counselors arrive on the 22nd)
- Session C: July 7-12 (counselors arrive on the 6th)
The program starts on a Sunday when the campers arrive, with the counselors coming in a day earlier on Saturday.
Please follow this link for more information and to apply: http://www.camp-ryla.org/Counselor, filling out both the Application and Background Check Permission Form.
If you have any questions, you can e-mail Amy Abatemarco at amyabatemarco@gmail.com.
Reno TV station KOLO Channel 8 recently ran a story about Rotarians who were impacted by the Camp Fire in Paradise, CA.
Wishing Brian and Pam all of the best from District 5190!
Click below to see the Channel 8 News Story
District 5190 Leadership has set a $100,000 contributions goal to help those impacted by the fire. If you would like to help with a contribution:
For the 11th consecutive year, The Rotary Foundation has received the highest rating — four stars — from Charity Navigator, an independent evaluator of charities in the U.S.
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Rotarian Elizabeth Thoman will be "Giving Rotary A Lift" when she competes at the Tested International Powerlifting League World Power Lifting Championship competition at the Golden Nugget In Las Vegas Nevada on November 8th of this year.
