Hello Rotarians!
As our world seems to be again in turmoil- I am so thankful for all the work Rotary does around the world. It is so humbling at times of crisis to see Rotarians spring into action.
The recent earthquake in Haiti has Rotarians asking how they can help. There is much work to be done to help them rebuild, but their immediate needs come first. Rotarians around the world are coming together to help. More information as it becomes available. ShelterBox has stepped in to provide emergency supplies. You can support their efforts at https://www.shelterboxusa.org/2021-haiti-earthquake/. See the article to follow.
Rotary is also closely monitoring the unfolding situation in Afghanistan. RI President Shekhar Mehta has put in phone calls to the new Taliban leadership. We are awaiting news to see how our Polio eradication efforts can move forward, and how this change affects our other humanitarian efforts in the area. There is also an article to follow that will give more information about how you can help. Because of the confidential nature of this situation- more discreet information has been emailed only to your current President and Assistant Governor.
I am looking forward to seeing you all at the District Fall Assembly on September 18th. Please register today at Rotary5440.org for our in-person event. Because of the increase in COVID in our area, we will also be offering the lunch speaker as a Zoom presentation, which you will also need to register for at Rotary5440.org.
We have also been invited to come to Rotary Day at the Rockies- a fundraiser for Polio organized by District 5470 and 5450- our neighbors to the south. We have several sections reserved for Rotarians at the game. It will be a great time to celebrate Rotary and see the Rockies win!
Please also save the date for our Conference next summer- June 9-11th in Lander. The committee is putting together what will be a fantastic event! There will be activities for youth of all ages, service work, live music, and fellowship. Come celebrate Rotary!
It is such a pleasure and honor to serve the District in this role. Hope to see you soon!
Shurie
