Rotary is at its best when we foster a sense of inclusion and belonging in our clubs. In fact, I would go so far as to say that belonging is The Magic of Rotary itself.

With a focus on inclusivity and belonging, it is easier to be united in a common purpose. When we are committed to one another and focused on our goals, we are most effective.

Rotary’s Action Plan can help. The Action Plan comes with tools you can use to collect feedback, assess your club’s strengths and weaknesses, and address challenges.

The world is changing, and our clubs can’t afford to stand still. But the changes we make need to be consistent and strategic — building on one another toward a greater vision. The Action Plan can help you work toward that vision and create effective change within your club. Following the Action Plan and addressing suggestions from the community will go a long way to fostering the sense of belonging we want all Rotary members to feel in their clubs.

That’s why expanding our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is so important. Committing ourselves to each other’s well-being is the first step to expanding our reach, allowing us to spread Positive Peace in these troubled times.

Peacebuilding is one of our top priorities, and one of the most effective ways we can build peace is with our Rotary Peace Fellowships, through which peace and development professionals learn how to prevent and end conflict.

We offer the fellowships through our Rotary Peace Centers at leading universities around the globe, where more than 1,800 Rotary Peace Fellows have graduated. And thanks to a $15.5 million gift from the Otto and Fran Walter Foundation, we can continue supporting peacebuilders in more regions with the next peace center at Bahçeşehir University in Istanbul.

Opening another peace center is a monumental achievement, and it is my great honor to invite you to celebrate at next year’s Rotary Presidential Peace Conference at the Istanbul center. The three-day conference 20-22 February will highlight the many ways our family of Rotary advances peacebuilding. Registration for the conference is officially open. I hope to see you there.

The 2025 Rotary Presidential Peace Conference has great potential for our peacebuilding efforts — but only if we have your support.

The truth is, we’re not going to bring peace to the world, end polio, or grow membership by waving a wand and saying some funny words. It’s up to you. You create the magic with every project completed, every dollar donated, and every new member inducted.

I love my Rotary family and I know you do too. That’s why I know that together, we can make every club and district simply irresistible. This year, let us change the world by embracing The Magic of Rotary.

Greetings from the Rotary E-Club of Ukraine! We cordially invite you to a local concert of the band Kommuna Lux from Odesa, Ukraine. Kommuna Lux is currently touring the USA with a special purpose: to raise funds for financing humanitarian projects in Ukraine.

Kommuna Lux is a band dedicated to spreading joy and unity through their music. Their performances are not just about entertainment but also about making a tangible difference in the world. This tour is an extension of their mission to use music as a force for good.

We are excited to invite you to their upcoming concert in Stevens Pt, WI. We believe in the power of community and the spirit of service that Rotary embodies. Therefore, we are reaching out to local Rotary Clubs, such as yours, to help spread the word about this performance in your area.

Concert Details

When: Thursday, 07/18/24

Time: 07:00 PM

Place:  LevittAMP Concert Series, Pfiffner Park, 1100 Crosby Ave, Stevens Pt, WI

Cost: Free!

We are raising funds for various humanitarian projects in Ukraine. 30% will be allocated to purchasing specialized burn-unit hospital beds for the main hospital in Kramatorsk, Ukraine. Your attendance and support can significantly contribute to improving medical care at the front lines in Donetsk.

The Rotary E-Club of Ukraine is actively implementing numerous humanitarian projects across Ukraine. We invite you to learn more about our initiatives and consider joining our efforts. For more information, please visit our website www.rotaryeclubukraine.org.ua or contact us directly at rotaryeclubua@gmail.com.

Attention all Noon Rotarians.  I cannot shout loud enough to get your attention regarding your “Every Rotarian Every Year” contributions.  This is the money we give to the Annual Fund that makes us eligible for district grants.  District grants bring back money to our area from ours and other clubs in the district.  Giving us the potential to have a greater impact by growing our financial support of a project through matching grant funds.  To qualify for these funds we need an average of $100 per Rotarian.  You used to be invoiced for this quarterly with a separate $25.00 ask.  This creates more work than needed so we are going to change it up.  Please give your $100 (or whatever you choose to donate, anything helps) via Rotary Direct. https://my.rotary.org/en/rotary-direct. This is an integral part of powering up our club to have the potential to do more!  The financial burden is lighter when we all do our part, and the funds given return to our district in the end.