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On The Road
Posted on Sep 13, 2019
 
Sandy and I have been on the road the past weeks visiting Rotary Clubs and seeing the wonderful towns in District 5730. We started our club visits with Canadian and were treated to a great lunch and wonderful hospitality from the club. We spent the afternoon visiting the Citadel and the fantastic art on display. We even watched a movie in the restored Art Deco movie house downtown. You have to make a stop in Canadian sometime, maybe when the fall leaves change color. A great Rotary Club doing great things in a great town.
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DG Aloha July Message
Posted on Jul 07, 2019
 
An Aloha Minute
 
Greetings to District 5730 Rotarians. I was overwhelmed by the great response of Rotarians at the Luau themed Installation in Plainview on June 28 in Plainview. We counted about 75 in attendance.
 
PDG JB Roberts led the Installation Oath for my term as Governor and the Assistant Governors. I count JB as a dear friend and mentor. I have been called to his office many times to receive a fresh word of advice or to share a precious memory from his many years of service.
 
Assistant Governor and new District Trainer Leslie Gattis was the master of ceremonies and kept the action going. PDG Dan Linebarger made his last act as governor by passing the District Governor Club Banner to me with a surprise tucked inside. I’ll let the photos show the fun.
 
Our theme this year, as we work together, is Rotary Connects the World. I have been teaching Rotarians for years to focus on making new connections in the Rotary World. As you look at the coming events this year, be aware that every event started with a connection in the Rotary world.
 
Just this past week, PDG Charles Starnes was asked to consider a Friendship Exchange to the Agra area of India during the week of national immunizations in January 2020. This is just in the early stages of planning. This came from a connection Charles made as Governor.
 
On June 27, I was honored to induct the Officers and Board members of 4 clubs in a combined event at South Plains College in Levelland. The Brownfield, Littlefield, Levelland Breakfast, and Levelland Noon clubs were all in attendance. I was amazed to see the members fellowshipping together and having fun. I do believe that they started making plans for service together and to have more joint meetings.
 
Watch out Rotarians, when you start making connections you start making plans for actions and service.
 
I will have updates as I start visiting clubs on July 9.
 
Rotary Connects the World
Aloha!
Steve Long DG 2019-2020
New Paul Harris Society Members
Posted on Sep 13, 2019
August 2019 New PHS Members
Michael Pendleton of the Rotary Club of Canyon, has joined the Paul Harris Society.
Kim Taylor of the Rotary Club of Canyon, has joined the Paul Harris Society.

Paul Harris Society

The Paul Harris Society recognizes Rotary members and friends of The Rotary Foundation who elect to contribute $1,000 or more each year to the Annual Fund, PolioPlus Fund, or approved global grants.

The purpose of the Paul Harris Society is to honor and thank individuals for their generous, ongoing support of The Rotary Foundation.

Rotary districts often honor new members of the Paul Harris Society by presenting them with a certificate and chevron at a district or club event.

To Join the Society Click Here.

RIMDT In Austin, Texas
RI DirectorJohrita and Bruce Solari and our district folks minus Bonnie and Mike.
 
We attended the Multi District Training Conference in Austin and met some fine Rotarians. Our new Zone Director Johrita Solari was a featured speaker and our district officers had a private meeting with Johrita to talk Zone issues. She is a great director and is already helping our zone be more connected. I have been promoting the theme “Rotary Connects the World” at all my visits and everyone seems excited to make new connections for membership and service to our world. We will attend our Zone Institute in early September. DGE Bonnie Pendleton and DGN Brenda DeBons will both receive intensive training and Bonnie will Graduate at a formal “Great Gatsby” party. Watch for pictures to come.
Shamrock Rotary Club
Posted on Jul 12, 2019
 
Rotary District Governor, Steve Long, visited the Shamrock Rotary Club today and installed a new member Shelly Livingston and presented Kelly Livingston with a banner on this years theme "Rotary Connects the World"!  We would love to connect with you and have you come to our meetings!
Plainview Rotary Club
Posted on Sep 13, 2019
 
The Plainview Rotary Club hosted Lionel Betancourt to speak about Adoption Awareness. This is a state sanctioned program to connect children needed adoption with potential parents wanting to adopt. This only happens with Rotary Club sponsorship and is safe and secure for all children involved. The club is going to go further with this in the future. We will also explore this as a district-wide project. Lionel says that thousands of children have found forever families through this Rotary project. Let us know if you would like to contact Lionel to visit your club. Rotary Connects the World.
Canadian Rotary Club - DG Visit
Posted on Sep 13, 2019
 
DG Steve Long with Club President Shane Harris.
 

Sandy and I have been on the road the past weeks visiting Rotary Clubs and seeing the wonderful towns in District 5730. We started our club visits with Canadian and were treated to a great lunch and wonderful hospitality from the club. We spent the afternoon visiting the Citadel and the fantastic art on display. We even watched a movie in the restored Art Deco movie house downtown. You have to make a stop in Canadian sometime, maybe when the fall leaves change color. A great Rotary Club doing great things in a great town.

Governor’s Kick-Start Citation
Posted on Jul 07, 2019
 
District 5730
Governor’s Kick-Start Citation
 
Clubs under 25 Members
 
By August 1, 2019
◘ Apply for DDF Funds from District
 
By November 1, 2o19
◘ A new contribution to Rotary Foundation
◘ Host new guests at your club for 10 mtgs
◘ Have your club in the local news once
◘ Complete one service project
 
Clubs over 25 Members
 
By August 1, 2019
◘ Apply for DDF Funds from District
 
By November 1, 2019
◘ A new contribution to Rotary Foundation for every member added the past year
◘ Host 2 new guests at your club for 12 mtgs
◘ Have your club in the local news once every month
◘ Complete two service projects
 
For All Clubs
 
Before January 1, 2020
◘ Plan a joint meeting with another Club
 
District 2019-2020 Goals
Posted on Jul 07, 2019
 
DISTRICT 5730 GOALS FOR 2019-2020
“District 5730 Connects for Rotary”
 
30 Clubs Attain the Rotary Citation Engagement
 
District 5730 will see 50% improvement in Connecting for Service
1.         80% of members CONNECT to MyRotary
2.         Every Club CONNECTS to community for projects
3.         Every Club CONNECTS to youth
4.         Every Club CONNECTS to Foundation
 
Membership
District 5730 CONNECTS to 1675 members for 2019-2020
1.         51 Clubs CONNECT to new members
2.         51 Clubs CONNECT through Membership Gatherings
3.         3 Clubs CONNECT to youth to create 3 new Interact Clubs
4.         2 Clubs CONNECT to young adults to create 2 new Rotaract Clubs
5.         District will CONNECT to world in Friendship Exchange
 
Foundation
District 5730 CONNECTS to world and local needs with gifts of $310,000
1.         $75,000 to Polio Plus
a.         Every Club Collects for Polio Plus at Meetings
b.         Every Club promotes Polio Plus to community
c.         Every Club recognizes Polio Plus Day 2. $175,000 To Share
2.         500 members give $200.00
3.         500 members give $100.00
4.         500 members give $50.00
5.        60 PHS members give $1,000.00
 
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District 5730 will increase their exposure to the public
1.         40 Clubs CONNECT through Social Media Accounts
2.         75% of Clubs CONNECT with World Polio Day event that is publicized
3.         50% of the clubs CONNECT with "Honored Guest Day" with PHF recognition
4.         Every Club CONNECTS to local community through needs assessment
5.         Every Club CONNECTS to youth to send students to R.Y.L.A.
6.         Every Club CONNECTS to youth to promote Rotary Youth Exchange
 
RI President's September Message
Posted on Sep 13, 2019

Here in the United States, another summer is winding down. And for the Maloney family, every summer ends with a return to my hometown of Ridgway, Illinois, for the annual Popcorn Day festival, where I am honored to serve as the “Popcorn King,” the master of ceremonies for the day’s events.

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PETS 2019 Group Pictures
Posted on Mar 13, 2019
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Posted on Mar 05, 2019
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Posted on Aug 15, 2016
Do you need Rotary related Clipart for your Fundraiser Flyer,Club Newsletter, Facebook Page or Club Website? Select and click one of options below to browse what is available to download. Once you have identified the image you would like to use, Right Click for a Larger View and/or Left Click to Save Image As. Following the Rotary Brand Guidelines, your Rotary Club name logo is available. Contact the Web Administrator via email for more information.
 
 
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Join The Paul Harris Society Today
Posted on Sep 19, 2018

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Paul Harris Society

The Paul Harris Society recognizes Rotary members and friends of The Rotary Foundation who elect to contribute $1,000 or more each year to the Annual Fund, PolioPlus Fund, or approved global grants.

The purpose of the Paul Harris Society is to honor and thank individuals for their generous, ongoing support of The Rotary Foundation.

Rotary districts often honor new members of the Paul Harris Society by presenting them with a certificate and chevron at a district or club event.

I participate in the Paul Harris Society because I care. These contributions demonstrate our commitment to serve others.

What your giving supports

By giving from your heart each and every year, you’ll support families and change lives. Paul Harris Society gifts have helped provide:

  • Vocational training for teachers establishing an early childhood education center in South Africa
  • Water filters, toilets, and hygiene training to prevent fluorosis, diarrhea, and other diseases in India
  • A scholarship for a medical professional in Italy to research treatments that minimize mortality rates among premature babies
  • Peace-building seminars for 200 teachers and 1,300 students in Uganda
  • Treated mosquito nets and medical services that prevent malaria in Mali
If you are already contributing $1,000.00 or more to the Rotary Foundation and not a member of the Paul Harris Society, then fill out the Paul Harris Society Brochure and mail it, fax it or email it to address indicted on the form. If you are not sure if your are an active member of the Paul Harris Society, contact the PHS District Coordinator PDG César M. Caro by email.
 
If you are not a Paul Harris Society member then please consider joining today and help make a difference in the world. Be the Inspiration!
 
Why and how to host a Rotary Day
Posted on Jul 13, 2018
 
In an effort to increase membership and highlight Rotary’s inspiring work, RI President Barry Rassin is urging clubs and districts to organize fun, informal community events called Rotary Days.
 
"Rotary Days events will offer you the chance to have an impact in your community, build long-term partnerships, increase interest in membership, and improve Rotary’s image," Rassin said.
 
Any club, big or small, can host a Rotary Day. Neighboring clubs can pool their resources and co-host an event, and entire districts can come together for a large-scale Rotary Day.
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Polio Eradication Update For The Week Ending 9/14/2019
Posted on Sep 13, 2019
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Rotary’s World-wide 2019-20 Rotary Year Polio Fundraising Goal is
 $150 Million – Including the Gates Foundation $2 to $1 Match
Our Goal is Global Polio Eradication!

Polio Plus: Zero Is The Magic Number
Advocate-Donate-Educate to End Polio Now & Forever!
18,000,000 Children Saved from the Paralysis of Polio Since 1988

Polio Eradication Update
For The Week Ending 9/14/19

Total Paralysis Cases  YTD 2019   LYTD 2018   Total 2017   Total 2016  Total 2015 
Globally 78332237 74
 Endemic Countries78332237 74
 Non-Endemic Countries  00000

Wild Polio cases reported this week:

Pakistan 4, Afghanistan 1, Nigeria 0

2019 Polio Case Breakdown by Country (Green Numbers are 2018 Totals)
 
Endemic Countries
62 Pakistan (12), 16 Afghanistan (21), 0 Nigeria (0)
 
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August Attendance Report Due
Posted on Sep 13, 2019
ImageAugust Attendance Report Due

 

Your club is required to report monthly attendance numbers and membership numbers in accordance to Rotary International’s by-laws:

 

Article 4 Membership in Clubs

 

4.090. Attendance Reports.

Each club shall forward monthly attendance reports of its meetings to the governor within 15 days of the last meeting of each month.

 

Club Secretaries, through the District web site, can use the on-line database functions to report their club's attendance for the month by login in and selecting the Attendance option in the Launch Pad or from the Attendance Tab.

 
District 5730 Welcome
Welcome to Rotary District 5730 and our Website. District 5730 is composed of 51 energetic and vibrant clubs across the Giant Size of Texas from Dalhart and Perryton on the north to Sweetwater and Pecos on the south.  We are 1800 Rotarians and 51 Rotary Clubs strong and are proud to be part of Rotary International, which is the world's first service club organization with a worldwide membership of over 1.2 million Rotarians.  Our motto is Service Above Self and we volunteer both here in West Texas and the world to make a difference in the lives of people by working in the following areas of focus:
 

·         Disease prevention and treatment

·         Water and sanitation

·         Maternal and child health

·         Basic education and literacy

·         Economic and community development

·         Peace and conflict prevention/resolution

If you have a Heart of Service, then come join us. We all have a new chance to change the world for the better, Be The Inspiration.

 
 
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The Showcase’s Impact Tracker shows the impact of each Rotary project in terms of volunteers and volunteer hours, cash contributions, and in-kind donations. It also shows the collective impact of all reported projects.

Success stories posted on Showcase can serve as an inspiration and a model for other Rotary and Rotaractor clubs. Check out this "Impact Tracker" by clicking here.
 
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District & Global Grant Guidelines 2019-2020
Posted on Mar 20, 2019
The 2019-20 Memorandum of Understanding, the District Grant Guidelines, and the Global Grant Guidelines are available to view or download under the District & Global Grant Information section of the Foundation pull down menu located on top of the Main Page. Instructions on how to Submit and Close a District Grant are also located there.
 

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