Alan Lubert, has been with the Ronald McDonald House Charities in Community Relations for 30 years.
Our mission at the Ronald McDonald House is to provide a Home Away from Home for families who have seriously ill children at one of our local hospitals. Most of our families live in small towns, rural areas, or farming communities where critical care is not available. When moms and dads find out that their child has a medical emergency or life-threatening illness, they must travel to a big city to find the right kind of doctors and nurses. But most of our families have never been in Kansas City.
In a strange place far from home, with no friends or family and no place to live, Ronald McDonald House provides safe, comfortable, affordable lodging for as long as they need while their child is in the hospital. Whether for six weeks or six months, families can stay with us at no cost at all.
Program provided by Kathy Leibrand.
EREY: Every Rotarian Every Year
LAST CHANCE TOMORROW!
It's that time of year again!
“Every Rotarian Every Year” status is achieved by clubs when, during the Rotary year:
EVERY member of that club personally contributes at least $25 to the Rotary Foundation’s Annual Fund
The club’s total TRF Annual Fund contribution averages at least $100 per capita
If you want Joe Carroll to add a donation amount to your upcoming invoice please let him know by April 1st! JCarroll@connections.bank
Nominations for 2028-29 District Governor Deadline Extended
Dear Fellow Rotarians
The deadline for nominations for the 2028-2029 district governor has been extended until April 1, 2025
Your club is once again being invited to submit nominations for District Governor for Rotary year 2028-2029. You, as a Rotarian in good standing, may submit to your Club President and Secretary, the name of a Rotarian in your club who you believe would be willing and qualified to serve as District Governor.
This person should be voted on by your club and his/her name, along with the application and all needed signatures, submitted to the District Nominating Committee.
The District Nominating Committee, in accordance with Section 12.03.2 of the RI Bylaws, will consist of the last five Past District Governors. They are the voting members. The current District Governor, Governor-Elect, Governor-Nominee, and the Governor Nominee-Designate will also serve on the committee as non-voting members.
Please let me know if you have any questions or comments.
Randy
Randy Steinman
Immediate Past District Governor
913-927-2393
May 30 - June 1 in Kirksville, MO
Mark your calendars for the Rotary District 6040 Conference, taking place May 30-June 1, in Kirksville, MO. This annual event brings together Rotarians, community leaders, and guests from across the district to celebrate achievements, foster collaboration, and inspire future initiatives. Register by April 15th for just $100 which includes your conference fees, lunch on Friday, Friday dinner, Saturday lunch and Saturday dinner.
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Truman's Baldwin Theater! After the District Conference, keep the energy going with Rhonda & The Rage live on Sunday, June 1st at 6:00 p.m. Tickets on sale soon! Special Rotarian Rate $35 (for district conference attendees). General Admission $45 (advance purchase). Don't miss the electrifying performance-secure your spot and make it a night to remember.
What to Expect:
Recognition of outstanding clubs and members for their service and contributions.
Updates on Rotary International's priorities, programs, and initiatives.
Cultural and entertainment showcases celebrating the diversity within the district.
Opportunities to engage in hands-on service projects or fundraising events.
The annual District 6040 Rotary Foundation Dinner will be held on November 7, 2025. More details in the coming weeks.
Member News!
Member News is a new section in the weekly newsletter. Have news you want to share with Parkville Rotary members? Email Dalyn at dnovak@wskfarch.com to have your news added.
Rotary Fact of the Week!
50 Things Every Rotarian Should Know about Rotary
by Steve Garret, District Governor 1994-95, District 5300
#34 ROTARY YOUTH LEADERSHIP AWARDS (RYLA)
Each summer thousands of young people are selected to attend Rotary-sponsored leadership camps or seminars in the United States, Australia, Canada, India, France, Argentina, Korea and numerous other countries. In an informal out-of-doors atmosphere, 50 to 75 outstanding young men and/or women spend a week in a challenging program of discussions, inspirational addresses, leadership training and social activities designed to enhance personal development, leadership skills and good citizenship. The official name of this activity is the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards program (RYLA), although the event is occasionally referred to as Camp Royal, Camp Enterprise, Youth Leaders Seminars, Youth Conferences or other terms.
The RYLA program began in Australia in 1959, when young people throughout the state of Queensland were selected to meet with Princess Alexandra, the young cousin of Queen Elizabeth II. The Rotarians of Brisbane, who hosted the participants, were impressed with the quality of the young leaders. It was decided to bring youth leaders together each year for a week of social, cultural and educational activities. The RYLA program gradually grew throughout all the Rotary districts of Australia and New Zealand. In 1971, the RI Board of Directors adopted RYLA as an official program of Rotary International.
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 Sandra Knoernschild at 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 Sandy Knoernschild, SandyKnoe@outlook.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!
