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The Rotary Club of Athabasca …The Rotary Club of Athabasca …
Welcome to Our World Welcome to Our World
The Rotary Club of Athabasca …The Rotary Club of Athabasca …
Welcome to Our World Welcome to Our World
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In the beginning…In the beginning…In the beginning…In the beginning…
Rotary FounderPaul Harris
First Rotary Club in Chicago in 1905 by Paul P. Harris
Original club met for fellowship, in rotation, hence the name Rotary
Now 33,000 clubs with 1.2 million members
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Motto: “Service Above Self”Motto: “Service Above Self”Motto: “Service Above Self”Motto: “Service Above Self”
There needed to be a purpose! First project a public washroom in Chicago Rotary became world’s 1st “service club” 1910 - RC Winnipeg, Manitoba chartered and
made Rotary International
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Rotary International governed by a President and Board of Directors elected from around the world
Each district annually selects a District Governor
Each Rotary Club is an autonomous group Charters with 20 members
Rotary LeadershipRotary LeadershipRotary LeadershipRotary Leadership
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Rotary - an International OrganizationRotary - an International OrganizationRotary - an International OrganizationRotary - an International Organization
Divided into 34 Zones 529 Districts 168 countries worldwide
Athabasca is in D5370 - covers northern Alberta, NW Saskatchewan, NE B.C. and N.W.T.
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President President-Elect Secretary Treasurer Sergeant at Arms Director(s) for each Avenue of Service All positions are a one year term that change July 1
Athabasca Rotary Club ExecutiveAthabasca Rotary Club ExecutiveAthabasca Rotary Club ExecutiveAthabasca Rotary Club Executive
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The Four-Way TestThe Four-Way TestThe Four-Way TestThe Four-Way Test
Of the things we think, say or doOf 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?
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Object of RotaryObject of RotaryObject of RotaryObject of Rotary
To encourage and foster the ideal of service Development of friendships as opportunity for
service High ethical standards in business and identifying
each as an opportunity for service Application in personal, business and community
life Advancement of understanding, goodwill and
peace through fellowship
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Avenues of ServiceAvenues of ServiceAvenues of ServiceAvenues of Service
Rotary Club of Athabasca Club Service
New member proposals and attendance Charter Night Club fellowship and social events Club bulletin Policies and guidelines
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Club ServiceClub ServiceClub ServiceClub Service
Aaron & Angela Hodgins at our Jan. 21/06 Charter Night
Aaron & Angela Hodgins at our Jan. 21/06 Charter Night
Jim Woodward at ourJan. 15/05 Charter Night
Jim Woodward at ourJan. 15/05 Charter Night
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Avenues of ServiceAvenues of ServiceAvenues of ServiceAvenues of Service
Rotary Club of Athabasca Community Service
Rotary Way Riverfront development (stage, spray park) Fundraising events such Sportsman’s
dinner, Canada Day, graduation, etc. Firewood sales Music festival
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Community ServiceCommunity ServiceCommunity ServiceCommunity Service’’05 Annual Sportsmen’s Dinner 05 Annual Sportsmen’s Dinner
Katrina Lemay-Doan with John Short and President Noel Major
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Avenues of ServiceAvenues of ServiceAvenues of ServiceAvenues of Service
Rotary Club of Athabasca Vocational Service
RYLA and RYPEN conferences and Adventures program (firefighting) for area high school students
AB Assoc. for Community Living Business Integrity, Citizenship, Science and
Technology awards Northern Experience Harvest weekend
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Vocational ServiceVocational ServiceVocational ServiceVocational Service
President Noel President Noel Major (left) Major (left)
presenting Brad presenting Brad Breckenridge of Breckenridge of Buy-Low Foods Buy-Low Foods
with the 2005 with the 2005 Rotary Business Rotary Business
Integrity AwardIntegrity Award
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Avenues of ServiceAvenues of ServiceAvenues of ServiceAvenues of Service
Rotary Club of Athabasca International Service
Youth Exchange (inbound and outbound students)
Ajijic, Mexico orphanage project
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International ServiceInternational ServiceInternational ServiceInternational Service
Mexican Mexican OrphanageOrphanage
ProjectProject
President Noel Major, Rhonda Astasiewicz, Madre of the Mission San Pablo, Stan Lyle and Jackie Hobal
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Rotary InternationalRotary InternationalRotary InternationalRotary International
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World Community Service - can assist with matching grants
Nutrition / feeding programs Educational assistance Literacy projects Medical equipment missions to Mexico Russian orphanage Water wells
International Service ProjectsInternational Service ProjectsInternational Service ProjectsInternational Service Projects
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Rotary InternationalRotary InternationalRotary InternationalRotary International
Volunteers in Action Rotarians volunteer their time and
expertise helping in foreign countries (all vocations)
Group Study Exchange – GSE 4 to 6 non-Rotarians plus Rotarian
leader on a 4 week exchange
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Rotary FoundationRotary FoundationWCS & Matching GrantsWCS & Matching GrantsRotary FoundationRotary FoundationWCS & Matching GrantsWCS & Matching Grants
World Community Service Rotarians provide humanitarian aid through
matching grants global fund and partnering with other clubs,
worthy projects can receive matching grants to help finance various projects around the globe
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Polio PlusPolio PlusPolio PlusPolio Plus
Largest project ever undertaken Rotary’s global campaign to eradicate Polio Contribution of more than $600 million
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Rotary FoundationRotary FoundationRotary FoundationRotary Foundation
World’s largest private philanthropic organization Depends on fundraising and member donations
Paul Harris Fellowship Many individuals will be helped Building international relationships
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The Privilege of RotaryThe Privilege of RotaryThe Privilege of RotaryThe Privilege of Rotary
GIVING SERVICE to our community DEVELOPING INTERNATIONAL GOODWILL
and UNDERSTANDING BUILD HIGHER ETHICAL STANDARDS
through the common bond of Rotary
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Participation to be a Rotarian you must give of your time and
talents: in community work in social functions in Club and District activities
Your Obligations in RotaryYour Obligations in RotaryYour Obligations in RotaryYour Obligations in Rotary
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Your Obligations in RotaryYour Obligations in RotaryYour Obligations in RotaryYour Obligations in Rotary
Attendance Weekly meetings Goal 100% - Minimum 60% expected Attending other club meetings, make-up
through the internet, attending committee meetings or club events / work-bees
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Your Obligations in RotaryYour Obligations in RotaryYour Obligations in RotaryYour Obligations in Rotary
Financial Annual Dues $150/yr Meals $12/wk Fines (Sergeant-at-Arms/Fun Tax) $30/yr Social Events (Estimate) $100/yr
Approximate figures only
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Rotary is Fun and FellowshipRotary is Fun and FellowshipRotary is Fun and FellowshipRotary is Fun and Fellowship
A Rotary Club strives to be a fun, young-at-heart club
Social events are offered regularly You participate for:
Fellowship Service Personal development Improved world understanding
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As Long as There are People As Long as There are People in Needin NeedAs Long as There are People As Long as There are People in Needin Need
Rotary Rotary will be therewill be there
Rotary Rotary will be therewill be there
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Find Out More About RotaryFind Out More About RotaryFind Out More About RotaryFind Out More About Rotary
Rotary International www.rotary.org
Rotary District 5370 Rotary District 5370 www.clubrunner.ca/5370
Rotary Club of Athabasca Rotary Club of Athabasca www.clubrunner.ca/athabascawww.clubrunner.ca/athabasca