Rotary Club of Chariton

ATTENDANCE:
April 6, 2012
Rotarians: 20

Guests:
Kevin, Debbie, Shirley & Keith Kent
Dee Werts
Bobbie Jo Vastine
LaVern Tuett

Proposed Member by John Hamilton:
Dean Christ - Pastor Trinity Lutheran Church

Make-Ups:
Backpack Buddies Packing:
3/28/12 - Jody Sandy, Kris Patrick & Jeanne Klaassen
Backpack Buddies Delivery:
4/4/12 - Corliss Klaassen & Bob Ulrich

Craig Scott - RC Knoxville

Fine Balance: $1170

April 13, 2012
Program: Bill Ballard
Song Leader: Fred Steinbach
Prayer: Allen Wiese
Reader: Fred Steinbach

Erin Dykes, Program April 13th

Erin Dykes is the South Central Iowa Team Director for HCI Care Services, formerly Hospice of Central Iowa. The South Central Iowa Team's office is in Osceola. The team serves the western part of Lucas County, the southern part of Warren County, Clarke County, Madison County, the north part of Union County including Creston and Adair County.

Erin earned her BA degree from Graceland University in Business Administration and her Associates in Nursing from Mercy College of Health Sciences. Erin is currently working on her BSN at Graceland University. She is married and has three children. She and her husband live near Leon.

Her program will be about HCI Care Services, End of Life Care and Advance Directives.

DISTRICT CONFERENCE 2012 APRIL 12-14

This is a district wide gathering with information, entertainment, awards, something for everyone! This is your last big opportunity this Rotary year, to join your fellow Rotarians in a celebration of what District 6000 and it's clubs have accomplished! For information and to register, go to www.rotary6000.org and come join us at the Riverside Casino Resort for a great Rotary event!

RYLA, April 17, 2012

Sophomores Emma Fuhs, daughter of Rotarian Veronica Fuhs and Paul Opheim, the son of Rotarian Ray Meyer, are planning to attend the one day leadership program on April 17th in West Des Moines at the Church of Hope.
David Apollo, our Rotary Youth Exchange student, will also be attending the leadership program.

RYLA which stands for Rotary Youth Leadership Awards brings groups of outstanding young men and women together in an informal atmosphere for a challenging program of leadership training, discussions, inspirational addresses and social activities designed to enhance personal development, leadership skills and good citizenship.

This week's Rotary Foundation Thought is about how a Group Study Exchange can make history.

For the first time in southern African history, a Group Study Exchange (GSE) has taken place between two formerly conflicting countries. In November 2006 a GSE team from Zambia visited South Africa, signifying improved relations between the two countries. This exchange was made possible from a contribution of district designated funds from District 9210 to District 9300. With the end of Apartheid in South Africa, these young professionals are now able to talk to one another and share ideas and common interests that will help their countries look to the future in peace. Some of the greatest stories being told today started with a contribution to The Rotary Foundation. Thank you for making our club part of the Rotary story.

Upcoming Programs

April 20
Program: Veronica Fuhs
Reader: Dan Kent
Rotary Minute: Lynn Johnson

April 27
Program: Mallory Castle
Reader:
Rotary Minute: Craig Scott

May 4
Program: Shari Spiker
Reader: Christopher Watkins
Rotary Minute: Joe Sellers
Song Leader: David Laing

May 11
Program: Joe Sellers
Reader: Shari Spiker
Rotary Minute: Bill Shelton

May 18
Program: Bill Shelton
Reader: Betty Hansen
Rotary Minute: Shari Spiker

Board Minutes March 9, 2012

To read the Board Minutes please click here.

Jan., Feb., Mar., 2012 District 6000 Newsletter

To read the District 6000 Newsletter please click here.

Future Vision Plan

The Foundation Trustees identified a growing need to focus efforts in order to achieve greater impact, more public recognition, and streamlined operations for improved efficiency. The new grant structure will enable Rotarian's to change people's lives, make the world a better place, and help meet the priorities and goals of Rotary's Strategic plan.

A three-year pilot began in July 2010, with 100 Rotary districts testing the plan. All districts will transition to the new model in July 2013.

Under Future Vision, the Foundation offers two types of grants. District grants are block grants that enable clubs and districts to address immediate needs in their communities and abroad. Global grants offer opportunities to participate in strategically focused, high-impact activities within the six areas of focus. Global grants range from $30,000 to $400,000.

The six areas of focus are:
Peace and conflict prevention/resolution
Disease prevention and treatment
Water and sanitation
Maternal and child health
Basic education and literacy
Economic and community development

Membership Proposal Form

To propose a new member you will need to click here to fill out the form and return to the secretary (Corliss).

Membership Directory

To check your information in the Directory, update missing information, or change incorrect information, go to http://www.clubrunner.ca/chariton

username: yourfirstname.yourlastname.1637
password: 1637 (Unless you have changed your username & password)

Rotary International District 6000

District Governor 2011-12 Don & Becky Patterson pattd101@iowatelecom.net
Assistant Governor - Jenn Pfeifer-Malaney - jmpfeifer@hotmail.com
District Adminstrator-Carolyn Scharff-877-976-8279-District Office-Pella
President, Rotary International 2011-12 - Kalyan Benerjee - Gujarat, India

The Russell-Hampton Company

To order Rotary items from The Russell-Hampton Company click on www.ruh.com

The Mission of The Rotary Foundation is

To enable Rotarians to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty.

How To Log Into The Website

To find out how to log into the website click here.

ROTARY'S MISSION

The mission of Rotary International, a worldwide association of Rotary clubs, is to provide service to others, promote high ethical standards, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through its fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders.

Club Officers & Directors

Kris Patrick, President
Corliss Klaassen, Secretary/Treasurer
Betty Hansen, Immediate Past President
Bill Shelton, President-Elect

Board of Directors:
(Term ends 6/30/12)
Sandra Knebel
Becky Struve

(Term ends 6/30/13)
Veronica Fuhs
Nancy McDonald

THE FOUR-WAY TEST of the things we think say or do

first
      Is it the TRUTH?
second
      Is it FAIR to all concerned?
third
      Will it build GOOD WILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
fourth
      Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?