Due to Friday landing on a 5th Friday we will not have a meeting this week. Have a great rest of your holiday week!
IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN! EREY!!!
If you would like Joe Carroll to add the $100 to your invoice please let him know ASAP. The end of the Rotary calendar year is coming to an end. Contact Joe at JCarroll@connections.bank.
EREY stands for "Every Rotarian, Every Year." It is a fundraising initiative by Rotary International (RI) designed to encourage every member to contribute to the Rotary Foundation annually.
The program is built on the philosophy that consistent, collective giving—even in small amounts—is what sustains Rotary’s global humanitarian projects.
Key Components of EREY
The Goal: To encourage every individual Rotarian to make a personal contribution to the Annual Fund every year.
Contribution Level: While there is no strictly mandated amount, many clubs suggest a minimum of $100 USD per year. However, any amount contributed to the Annual Fund qualifies a member as "EREY."
Impact: These funds support a wide range of activities, including:
District Grants (local community projects).
Global Grants (large-scale international scholarships and humanitarian projects).
Peace Fellowships.
Recognition and Awards
Rotary uses the EREY initiative to measure club engagement. There are specific banners and recognitions for clubs that achieve:
100% EREY Participation: Every active member contributes at least $25 to the Annual Fund.
Every Rotarian, Every Year Club: Every active member contributes at least $100, and the club achieves an average of at least $100 per member.
Why it Matters
The Annual Fund operates on a three-year cycle. Money donated today is invested by the Foundation for three years; the interest earned covers the Foundation's administrative costs. After three years, the original principal is split, with 50% going back to the donor's local District (District Designated Fund) and 50% going to the World Fund. This ensures that the organization remains self-sustaining while maximizing the impact of every dollar.
JOIN US IN WELCOMING OUR FRIENDS FROM ARGENTINA - JUNE 11TH
Join us for a memorable evening of fellowship, food, music, and fun as we welcome our Rotary friends from Argentina to Kansas City!
Hosted by the Rotary Clubs of NKC, Gladstone, Liberty & KCI
Date: June 11 Time: 6:00 – 9:00 PM Location: Life Unlimited Rooftop Patio, 320 Armour Rd., North Kansas City, MO 64116
Enjoy beautiful downtown Kansas City views while connecting with Rotarians from around the world in the spirit of international friendship and cultural exchange.
Evening Highlights: Great Food, Fellowship & Networking, Futbol Excitement, Special Musical Guests in partnership with the Northland Symphony Orchestra Association featuring
Karianne Waterland — Executive Director & Violinist
Jenifer Hamilton — Violinist
The Northland Symphony Orchestra enriches our community through free, high-quality orchestral performances and educational opportunities for all.
All Rotarians are welcome!
Cost -FREE for Argentinian Delegates, $20 for all other attendees
Come celebrate international friendship, culture, and the spirit of Rotary with us. We hope to see you there!
In the Spirit of Rotary, Kandi Kos District Executive Administrator rotary6040office@gmail.com 816-359-0964
SAVE THE DATE! NEW DATE!
CHANGING OF THE GUARD CEREMONY
In June, our normal Rotary Third Thursday evening social will be held on the 4th Thursday -- June 25th, 5:30 PM at Weatherby Lake, C Point Pavilion. This will include the annual "Changing of the Guard" ceremony, as our fiscal year ends June 30th. Typically the event winds down about sunset, and there may be other interesting lake orientated activities during this time period. More details as they become available.
We needed to move the date so we could get this high demand space reserved and confirmed for the Club. Mark Comfort made the arrangements for us this year (thank you). Please mark your calendar and save the date.
Start time is 5:30 PM, and we will have a picnic style barbeque and beverages available for all. The invite includes all spouses and guests, of course … and I do anticipate the cost per person will be in the range of $30-35 per person (a superb value for what you will be receiving). More info will be provided as we get closer to the date.
It has been a number of years since we have been to this location, and I know you all will have a great time.
Thanks all,
Dave Rittman
Parkville Rotary
Member News!
Have news you want to share with Parkville Rotary members? Email Dalyn at dnovak@wskfarch.com to have your news added to this section of the newsletter.
The Membership Committee has been hard at work looking for great new members. All members and prospective members can access the new member forms by clicking on the blue box below. This link will take you directly to the membership forms.
Parkville Rotary has the following membership types:
Standard Rotarian Membership
Corporate Membership
Spouse Membership
Please submit the forms filled out to Sandy Knoernschild, SandyKnoe@outlook.com, so the new member information can be reviewed by the board for approval! We are always looking for new members to join our growing club!
When you have a speaker scheduled please make sure to provide the following information to Michelle Sparks at michellesparkshomes@gmail.com, who is managing our events calendar.
Speaker Name
Speaker Bio
Speaker Topic
Any other information you think members would like to know about your speaker, photos are welcomed too!
This information is included in this weekly newsletter and can really get people excited to come listen to our weekly speakers!
