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This is Rotary

This is Rotary. Rotary is an International Organization. There are 530 districts in over 200 countries & geographical areas throughout the world. Membership is over 1.2 million. Our club, Medicine Hat - Sunrise is in District 5360 which is comprised of 53 clubs and over 2,000 members.

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This is Rotary

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  1. This is Rotary

  2. Rotary is an International Organization • There are 530 districts in over 200 countries & geographical areas throughout the world. Membership is over 1.2 million. • Our club, Medicine Hat - Sunrise is in District 5360 which is comprised of 53 clubs and over 2,000 members. • The district covers Southern Alberta (Ponoka and south), & South and Western Saskatchewan.

  3. <insert photo of RI President> <insert annual theme logo> <insert photo of District > • Rotary International is governed by a president and a board of directors elected from all over the world. 2010-2011 Rotary International President Ray Klinginsmith USA • Annually each district elects a district governor 2010 – 2011 District Governor – Al Bergsma

  4. Rotary Founder Paul Harris In the beginning… • The first Rotary club was organized in Chicago in 1905, by Paul P. Harris. • The club, with four members, met in rotation at the offices of the members - thus the name Rotary. • There are approximately 1.2 million members in over 33,000 clubs worldwide.

  5. Service Above Self • Rotary was not long to recognize that fellowship alone would not keep a group together — there needed to be a purpose. • The first service project was public restrooms in downtown Chicago, IL, USA. • Rotary became the world’s first service club.

  6. The Rotary Club of Medicine Hat - Sunrise

  7. The Rotary Club of Medicine Hat - Sunrise History • Chartered June 5, 1998 – 24 members by the Medicine Hat Club. • Membership 2010 - 40 members • Our Club represents business and professional members of the community who lend their many attributes and talents • The active, fun & energetic membership remain very committed to strong community involvement

  8. The Rotary Club of Medicine Hat - Sunrise Projects • Our club believes in projects that include: • Recognition: • The Rotary Rescue Helicopter (MedicAir – H. A. L. O.) • Rotary Track & Field Site • Sunrise Rotary Ride the Road to Reading Project • Friends of Medalta Society – National Historic Site & Museum

  9. The Rotary Club of Medicine Hat - Sunrise Projects • Our club believes in projects that include: • Phoenix Safe House • Mexico School Project • Lifeline Haiti • The Shelter Box Program • Salvation Army Christmas Kettles • The Santa Claus Fund

  10. The Rotary Club of Medicine Hat - Sunrise Projects • Our club believes in projects that include: • Financial Support • Community Non Profit Organizations • Individuals/Groups in Need • Youth and Community Focus

  11. The Rotary Club of Medicine Hat - Sunrise Projects Major fund-raisers are: • VIVA Las Vegas (late November annually) • Stampede Raffle Booth (late July annually) • International Dinner (early Spring annually) • Casinos (approx every 14 – 18 months in AGLC rotation)

  12. The Rotary Foundation “World Peace through Understanding”

  13. The Rotary Club of Medicine Hat - Sunrise International Projects • With the assistance of The Rotary Foundation, the Gov’t of Canada and the Gov’t of Alberta we have been able to assist many international projects to assist our neighbours. • Projects include: • Building Schools in Mexico • Lifeline Haiti • Project Shelter Box

  14. Paul Harris Fellows and Benefactors • Many Sunrise Rotarians and spouses are benefactors of the Permanent Fund. • Methods of donating include: • monthly by PAC • or annually (E. R. E. Y.) • Glen would be happy to show you how!

  15. The Rotary Club of Medicine Hat – Sunrise Exchanges • Group Study Exchanges • Teams of one Rotarian leader and four non-Rotarian business or professional young people visit our district to experience their profession in a new culture. • Visits are up to six weeks. • Sunrise Rotarians recently co-hosted a visiting teams from Scotland (2009).

  16. The Rotary Club of Medicine Hat - Sunrise Exchanges • Rotary Youth Exchange Program • 16-18 year olds are exchanged world-wide. • 7,000 students participate worldwide. • Our club hosts the student for one year. • Rotarians host these young people in their homes for three to four months. • Students become part of the family.

  17. Object of Rotary • The Object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise.

  18. We implement the Object of Rotary through the Four Avenues of Service

  19. Club Service Those things that a Rotarian does to help make the running of the local club successful. Vocational Service The promoting of the “ideal of service” throughout the business and professional world. Community Service Every Rotarian is urged to participate in activities that make the community a better place in which to live. International Service Encourages and fosters the advancement of understanding and good will among people of the world

  20. Board of Directors The Board of Directors of the Rotary Club of Medicine Hat - Sunrise are the club • President: Gordon Wallsmith President-elect: Jace Anderson • Past President: Sean Blewett • Secretary Keith Walker • Treasurer Coreen Dolan • plus the Directors of each of the Services of Rotary • A new board is elected to take office on 1 July of each year. • All positions in Rotary are one year terms that change on 1 July.

  21. THE FOUR-WAY TESTof the things we think, say or do 1. Is it the TRUTH? 2. Is it FAIR to all concerned? 3. Will it build GOOD WILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? 4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

  22. The Privileges in Rotary • The privilege of FRIENDSHIP WITH LEADERS: • in your community • in neighboring towns and villages • throughout Canada • around the World

  23. The Privileges in Rotary • The privilege of GIVING SERVICE to your community. • The privilege of DEVELOPING INTERNATIONAL GOODWILL and understanding. • The privilege of helping BUILD HIGHER ETHICAL STANDARDS within your vocation through the common bond of Rotary.

  24. Your Obligations in Rotary Participation • To be a Rotarian you must give of your time and talents: • in community work • in fellowship and social functions • in club and district activities.

  25. Your Obligations in Rotary Attendance • Attendance at the weekly meetings is a benefit of Rotary. A minimum of 60% is expected. • You can easily maintain your attendance levels by attending another Rotary club meeting (including an online club), participating in club service projects, and activities.

  26. Your Obligations in Rotary Attendance • There is a directory available on the Rotary International web site. Visit a club while on vacation or during a business trip. You will immediately be introduced to a room full of friends who want to make your visit to the area enjoyable. Our members have visited clubs all around the world (check out our banners/flags at the desk for every meeting).

  27. Your Financial Obligations • It generally costs more that $1,000 per year • Annual Dues $175/year • Meals $ 13/week • Club 50/50 Draw $ 2/week • Social Events $200/year • Rotary Foundation$100/year • And of course Sergeant at Arms “fines”

  28. Welcome to the Rotary Club of Medicine Hat – Sunrise!

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