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This is Rotary Expanded Details of Rotary International
This is Rotary
Expanded Details of Rotary International
To encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise through:1. the development of acquaintance as an
opportunity for service2. high ethical standards in business and
professions3. the recognition of the worthiness of all useful
occupations
Object of Rotary
To encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise through:4. the dignifying by each Rotarian of his or her
occupation as an opportunity to serve society5. the application of the ideal of service by every
Rotarian to his or her personal, business and community life
6. the advancement of international understanding, good will, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional people united in the ideal of service
Object of Rotary
We implementthe object of Rotary
through theFive Avenues of Service
• Club Servicefocuses on strengthening fellowship and ensuring the smooth functioning of Rotary clubs
• Vocational Serviceinvolves club members serving others through their professions and aspiring to high ethical standards
• Community Servicethe opportunity Rotary clubs have to implement club projects and activities that improve life in the local community.
• International Serviceencompasses efforts to expand Rotary’s humanitarian reach around the world and to promote world understanding and peace.
• New Generations Servicerecognizes the positive change implemented by youth and young adults through leadership development activities, service projects, and programs creating international understanding
THE FOUR-WAY TESTof the things we think, say or do
A Rotarian’s simple, four-part ethical guideline, in the 1930’s, helped him rescue a beleaguered business.
The principles became an ethical compass embraced by Rotary International in 1943.
Today, the Four-Way Test stands as one of the organization’s hallmarks.
THE FOUR-WAY TESTof the things we think, say or do
1. Is it the TRUTH?
2. Is it FAIR to all concerned?
3. Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
THE FOUR-WAY TESTof the things we think, say or do
Is it sophisticated enough to guide business and professional men and women
in these fast-paced times?
Is it the TRUTH?There is a timelessness in truth that is unchangeable. Truth cannot exist without justice.
THE FOUR-WAY TESTof the things we think, say or do
Is it FAIR to all concerned?
The substitution of fairness for the harsh principles of doing business at arm’s length has improved rather than hurt business relationships.
THE FOUR-WAY TESTof the things we think, say or do
Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
Man is by nature a cooperative creature and it is his natural instinct to express love.
THE FOUR-WAY TESTof the things we think, say or do
Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
This question eliminates the dog-eat-dog principle of ruthless competition and substitutes the idea of constructive and creative competition.
THE FOUR-WAY TESTof the things we think, say or do
Is it sophisticated enough to guide business and professional men and women in these fast-paced times?
The Four-Way Test is international, transcending national boundaries and language barriers. It knows no politics, dogma or creed. More than a code of ethics, it has all the ingredients for a successful life in every way. It can and will work in today’s society.
The Rotary Foundation
(TRF)The mission of TRF is to enable Rotarians to
advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace
through the improvement of health,
the support of education,
and the alleviation of poverty.
The Rotary Foundation
The Foundation's programs are funded through dues and voluntary contributions from Rotarians and others who believe in its mission.
Contributions are transformed into programs distributed worldwide through the SHARE system.
The Rotary Foundation
Annually,
50% of each district's (includes individual’s & club’s) donations to the Annual Programs Fund are credited to their District Designated Fund (DDF)
Districts use their DDF to fund the Foundation programs they (including local clubs) participate in
The Rotary Foundation
Annually,
the other 50 % is credited to the World Fund
The Foundation uses the World Fund to pay for the worldwide programs available to all Rotary districts, regardless of their specific contributions
The Rotary Foundation
Since 1947, Rotarians have contributed almostUS $2.7 billion
to The Rotary Foundationto help Rotary do good in the world.
Annual dues from 1.2 million members worldwide help finance Rotary programs.
The Rotary FoundationFunding cycle
The Rotary Foundation has a unique funding cycle that uses donations for programs three years after they’re received
The three-year cycle gives districts time for planning and provides for the Foundation’s operational costs to come, primarily, from the interest earned from contribution investments
Polio PlusRotary Foundation’s largest single charitable effort to date.
The bold initiative– to rid the world of polio –began in 1985.
With Rotary funding and the help of other
International Organizations it is
happening!
Polio PlusContribute to Rotary's$200 Million Challenge
Rotary's US $200 Million Challenge is the Rotary Foundation's response to the two grants totalling $355 million from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to help eradicate polio.
Every dollar given to PolioPlus will be counted toward the $200 million match, which must be completed by 30 June 2012.
Interact– High School
Signature Youth ProgramsRotaryYouth
Exchanges– international
student exchangeRotaract– Young Adults
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards – training event
Donors of US$1,000 or more to the Annual Programs Fund, PolioPlus, or the Permanent Fund (or people who have that amount contributed in their name) can be recognized as Paul Harris Fellows
Each new Paul Harris Fellow receives a commemorative certificate and a pin
Paul Harris Fellowships
World PeaceThrough
Understanding
Rotarians believe that World Peace can be advanced through understanding and through acts of service.
This is Rotary
Expanded Details of the RC of Williams Lake
Since its inception in 1964, the Rotary Club of Williams Lake has made significant contributions of service and enhancement to the community of Williams Lake.
Starting in 1989 and completed in 2005, the RC of Williams Lake led the Williams Lake River Valley linear park project which had some 32 partners.
A Tradition of Excellence
The annual Christmas Cheer Fund – Salvation Army kettles
Crime stoppers - funding van Big Brothers and Big Sisters Gavin Lake Education Society Meals on Wheels van Salvation Army programs WL Drug & Alcohol Awareness
WL Projects and Programs
Contact Women’s Group Canadian Mental Health Literacy Advocating and Support Youth for Christ Building Victims Assistance Program Jubilee Care Society Canadian Cancer Society SD 27 Scholarships
WL Projects and Programs
Hough Memorial Cancer Society Mount Timothy projects Williams Lake Auto Watch Field Naturalists Society Operation Red Nose Williams Lake Minor Hockey Williams Lake Minor Softball Lake City Go-Bus
WL Projects and Programs
Boys and Girls Club Cariboo Home Response service Scout Island Park (first major project)
Williams Lake Environmental Society Williams Lake River Valley Project Williams Lake Stampede & Steak Out – a
fundraiser and community event! Career Fairs with local Schools
WL Projects and Programs
Williams Lake Rotary has hosted students from Japan, South Africa, Brazil and more!
We have sent students to Europe, Australia, and many other countries!
WL Youth Exchanges
Williams Lake Rotarians have hosted visiting teams, and sponsored outbound team members
In 2010, our member, Bevan Koch, was the GSE team leader to an exchange to the Philippines, District 3860
WL Group Study Exchanges
Some WL Rotarians are sustaining members donating $100/year
Several are Paul Harris Fellows by donating $1,000 or more
Annually, our club honours members for exceptional service through awarding them a Paul Harris Fellowship. Occasionally the club honours non-members with this prestigious award.
WL Paul Harris Fellowships
The Board of Directors includes an executive of elected officers plus Directors
President, Past President, President Elect, Secretary, Treasurer, plus Directors of Administration, Projects, Membership, Rotary Foundation and Public Relations
A new executive is elected in November of each year – directors in the spring
All positions in Rotary are one year terms that begin July 1
WL Board of Directors
– President: Bevan Koch– Past President : Mike Austin– President-Elect: Glen Holling– Secretary: Darrell Orosz– Treasurer: Jack Burgar– Club Administ: Karen Eden– Membership: John Hack– Service Projects: Guenther
Weckerle– R. Foundation: Fred Wagner– Public Relations: Dave Polack
WL Board of Directors 2010-2011
Bevan Koch2010 - 2011
– President: Glen Holling– Past Pres. : Bevan Koch– Pres.-Elect: Guenter Weckerle– Secretary: Darrell Orosz– Treasurer: Jack Burgar– Club Admin: Karen Eden– Membership: John Hack– Projects: ???– TRF: Fred Wagner– PR: ???
WL Board of Directors 2011-2012
Glen Holling2011 - 2012
Sergeant at Arms:– A board appointed responsibility for the
various affects of meeting management– The Sgt at Arms is also the club “policeman”
who ensures ongoing contributions through a “fun collection of fines” from members
– This year the S@A is Dan Derksen
WL Board of Directors 2009-2010
This is Rotary
Your Membership in the RC of Williams Lake
Welcome to the
Rotary Club of Williams Lake
The Privilege of FRIENDSHIP WITH LEADERS:– in your community– in neighbouring cities and towns– around the world
Privileges In Rotary
The privilege of GIVING SERVICE to your community.
The privilege of DEVELOPING INTERNATIONAL GOODWILL and UNDERSTANDING.
The privilege of helping BUILD HIGHER ETHICAL STANDARDS within your vocation
...through the common bond of Rotary.
Privileges In Rotary
OpportunitiesPLAN NOW TO ATTEND THE
DISTRICT CONFERENCE
IN
River Rock CasinoRichmond
May 6 – May 8, 2011
Opportunities
Opportunities
Online Training Workshops,Rotary Leadership Institutes,
AndDistrict Assemblies
as listed on the District 5040 Website:
http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/home.aspx?did=5040
Participation– To be a Rotarian you must give of your
time and talents:
in community workin social functionsin Club activities and fundraisersin District activities
Obligations In Rotary
Attendance– To be a Rotarian you must attend regularly:
60% minimum of weekly meetings 60% of each meeting – while permitted,
the practice of “leaving early” is discouraged
Members must not miss more than three consecutive meetings without a make-up
Obligations In Rotary
Attendance– Attendance requirements are in the Club’s
constitution & bylaws– Attendance can be “made up” by attending a
club committee meeting, club project, another Rotary Club within 14 days before or after the missed meeting; or by attending a District event or a RI Convention
– Some club service work qualifies for attendance credits
Obligations In Rotary
Attendance– Williams Lake Rotary has a record in
maintaining high attendance levels– Our Club has several members who often
achieve perfect attendance– In District 5040 there are many members
who pride themselves in maintaining a perfect attendance record!
Obligations In Rotary
Tuesdays– 7:00 AM Williams Lake Daybreak at the
Hearth
– 7:15 AM Quesnel Sunrise at Country Haven Restaurant
Thursdays– 12:00 PM Rotary Club of 100 Mile House
at the Happy Landing
– 12:00 PM Rotary Club of Quesnel at the Gold Dust Diner
Nearby clubs for ‘make ups’
Financial– Quarterly Dues* $100.00 – Meals** $15.00 / week– Fines $1.00 to $2.00 /
week– Social Events Variable
Obligations In Rotary
* Includes dues to Rotary International and District 5040 and subscription to “The Rotarian” Magazine.
**Meals are billed by attendance.
There are two types of membership in a Rotary Club:ActiveHonorary
Rotary Membership
A service club should be fun to be a part of - even when the work is tiresome
Williams Lake Rotary strives to be a fun, ‘young-at-heart’ club
Social events are offered periodically, with spouses and other family members involved
We try to live up to RI Past President Hugh Archer’s theme:
“Enjoy Rotary”
The Rotary Club of Williams Lake is FUN!
Regular Fellowship events include:Christmas PartyValentine’s PartyInstallation dinnerStampede Steak-outFall Golf Party
The Rotary Club of Williams Lake is FUN!
Participate for friendship
Participate for service
Participate for fellowship
Participate for knowledge
Participate for international understanding
The Rotary Club of Williams Lake is FUN!
While we can welcome you to Rotary, we can not make you “a Rotarian”.
That is an honour you must earn for yourself!
YOU are ROTARY!!!
Welcome
Rotary Club of Williams Lake
