Introducing the 2024-25 Rotary District 5650 Club Presidents
After a day of President-elect training, your Rotary Clubs are in good hands with this year's class of Presidents.
Introducing the 2024-25 Rotary District 5650 Club PresidentsAfter a day of President-elect training, your Rotary Clubs are in good hands with this year's class of Presidents. |
District 5650 Fellowship event - Omaha Supernovas!
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Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) - OfferingsEven though there will be NO RYLA IN DISTRICT 5650 THIS YEAR, there are a couple of great options in the Districts to the west of us. Click Read More.
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Governor Kathryn's March MessageSeventy degrees in February?? In the mid-west?? Makes you want to reach for a tall glass of cool water. Aren’t we lucky that all we have to do is turn on the tap to quench our thirst! |
The Rotary Citation Award is the most important award for Rotary Clubs!The Rotary Citation is an award that recognizes the hard work clubs do throughout the year. Taking action toward achieving the citation goals helps clubs engage their members, stay relevant in their communities, and run more efficiently. |
Top Ten Clubs in District 5650For Rotary Year 2023-24, we are going to recognize the Top Ten Clubs in three categories: Membership Growth; Foundation Giving; End Polio Now. |
March is Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene MonthTo see the article on the District Website about the Monthly Focus for Rotary, including some resources, click here.
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We Are People of Action |
Rotary Peace Fellowship NewsDo you know someone who may be able to put a master's degree or certificate program in peace studies to good use? Applications for the 2025-26 cycle are now being received! The application is available until May 15, 2024. |
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Rotary Connecting With and Helping YouthWhat do table tennis, melon ice cream, a game of chess and a shelter for vulnerable girls have in common? They’re all projects of Rotary clubs around the world. That’s what you get when you look outside the walls of your club meetings.
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How does Rotary thrive if our leaders change every year?From the Rotary blog site - Rotary Voices - posted by Tom Gump. It starts with our Vision Statement: TOGETHER WE see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change across the globe in our communities and in ourselves. |
Insurance Program Covering Clubs - FireworksActive U.S. Rotary clubs and districts and Rotaract clubs are provided with general liability ("GL") and directors & officers/employment practices liability ("D&O/EPL") insurance through the U.S. Rotary Club and District Liability Insurance Program ("Program").
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2029 International Convention to be in MinneapolisMinneapolis is set to host Rotary’s 120th international convention in 2029. Click here for the news release.
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The Rotary Foundation Giving and GrantsHave you made your 2023-24 donation to the Rotary Foundation? If not, please consider making your contribution and help your club and the district reach our Annual Fund goals. Remember the money you donate today comes back to the District in 3 years to make District Grants and Global Grants. |
Rotary District 5650 Governor 2024-25 Tom Kerfoot - Bio, PhotoTom Kerfoot of the Omaha Suburban Rotary Club is Governor for 2024-25 for Rotary District 5650. Click here for a downloadable copy of Tom's Bio and Introduction Notes. Tom's Club Visit Schedule will be available soon. |
Upcoming Annual Meeting - Important DeadlinesSave the Date: The annual meeting of Rotary District 5650 will be held May 9, 2024, at 7:00 PM by Zoom. Read more for details and deadlines.
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Governor Kathryn's February MessageHAPPY ANNIVERSARY ROTARY!! February is the month of Rotary’s anniversary. A time for us to celebrate our past and get excited for our future! |
Let’s Tell Our StoryA Public Image Challenge for District 5650 By Randy Bretz, Public Image Chair, District 5650 |
Governor Kathryn's January MessageHAPPY NEW YEAR!! As we enter the new calendar year, I will ask you to remember THE OBJECT OF ROTARY. |
Let’s Change Rotary’s ImageWhen you explore Rotary and what we do around the world, it’s inspiring. We’re involved in encouraging peace, we’re feeding those who are hungry, we’re mentoring the next generation. Yet, for some reason, some clubs in our district are struggling to remain active and grow. |
Rotary creates environments of peaceBy carrying out service projects and supporting peace fellowships and scholarships, our members take action to address the underlying causes of conflict, including poverty, discrimination, ethnic tension, lack of access to education, and unequal distribution of resources.
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Rotary Youth Exchange UpdateThe district 5650 Rotary Youth Exchange committee held it’s district interviews Dec. 9-10 weekend for prospective Nebraska & Iowa students who want to go on exchange to another country.
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The Rotary Foundation UpdateHappy New Year! It’s hard to believe half our Rotary year is over. The good news is we are over halfway to meeting our 2023-24 goals set in July 2023 for contributions to the Annual Fund and Polio Plus. |
Rotary Started On February 23, 1905"Whatever Rotary may mean to us, to the world it will be known by the results it achieves." |
Rotary International Convention 2024 - Singapore |
Rotary Focus By MonthRotary has created a calendar that includes a monthly focus. This provides a guide for Clubs to use to help members understand the programs of Rotary and the Areas of Focus for our causes.
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Rotary leads 28 sessions at United Nations climate conferenceRotary experts are hosting more than two dozen sessions at the 28th United Nations climate conference, addressing how a changing climate intersects with health, poverty, and other factors. Rotary International President R. Gordon R. McInally will discuss the mental health effects of climate-linked disasters. For more on this story, click here.
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Governor Kathryn's December MessageThe Holiday Season is upon us! Every year, I am caught off guard when Thanksgiving comes around and I think… How did another year go by so fast?! This year, for the first time in a while, I know exactly how that happened. TIME FLIES WHEN YOU ARE HAVING FUN!! |
Governor Kathryn's November MessageTHANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!! Thank you to all the Rotarians and guests that attended the District Conference! The excitement and enthusiasm you shared made the Fall Conference an amazing experience for all! |
Rotary . . . what’s that?What do you say when people ask you what Rotary is all about? Do you have any idea what people in your community think of Rotary? Don’t you wish people knew more about Rotary than some folks who meet for a meal once a week? |
The Rotary MagazineThe Rotary magazine is a monthly publication that showcases the work and impact of Rotary clubs and members around the world. This is where you can read about Rotary's projects, programs, and people …
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Rotary District 5650 Honored Golden Wheel Awardees Selected by ClubsOn October 14, community leaders from across our district were recognized during the Rotary District 5650 conference. These folks include leaders of various groups and organizations doing good things in our communities. |
2022-23 District Polio AwardsAt the Zone Institute, our District received not only a citation for the Rotary Challenge – but we were tied for End Polio Now District of the Year for Zone 29. To get the citation, we had to complete a submission documenting at least 1 activity in each of six categories. (We did at least 3 in each category last year!) To receive a higher distinction, a panel of judges reviewed the submissions and voted on the best in the category. |
UNL Journalism Students Helping Rotary Image Campaign
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Rotary Foundation Citation For Meritorious Service Award to Bill HarveyRotary District 5650 is honored to present The Rotary Foundation Citation for Meritorious Service to Bill Harvey of Omaha Downtown Rotary. This Citation for Meritorious Service recognizes individual Rotarians who have demonstrated outstanding service to the Foundation, such as through their involvement in Foundation committees, grants or programs, or by supporting Rotary Peace Fellows.
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2022-23 Rotary International Recognition of Clubs Presented at District ConferenceRotary International recognizes clubs with The Rotary Citation as well as other accomplishments. The following 2022-23 recognition items were received by Rotary International and presented during the District Conference on October 14. |
Cadwallader Award Presented to Klaus HartmannEvery year Clubs nominate Rotarians for the Cadwallader Award which is presented during the District Conference. This year the recipient was Klaus Hartmann of the Lincoln #14 Rotary Club. Click here for the flyer outlining his accomplishments and some of the nomination information.
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Governor Kathryn's October MessageHello my fellow Rotarians! I cannot believe the biggest celebration in District 5650 is less than 2 weeks away!! I am so excited we are coming together to Create Hope in the World! We have over 200 awesome Rotarians registered, and it is going to be fabulous! |
Dues Analysis - Rotary Required and Club Optional ItemsAs clubs review dues for members, include the Rotary required items plus the Club costs supported with member assessment.
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Digital Option for The Rotary MagazineAre you interested in receiving the Rotary magazine in digital format rather than paper? Read on to find out how to set that up!
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What is your legacy?Have you ever thought about your legacy? A loving/supportive parent, one who built up your community/place of worship with your time/talents … a member of the larger world community interacting with people on the far corners the globe. (Be sure to read more to learn of a special incentive.)
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Governor Kathryn's September MessageHello my fellow Rotarians! I have just about finished my Club visits, only three more Clubs to go! I have had such fun sharing Rotary with all the Members around our District. Our Clubs and Members do really amazing stuff and I am so glad that I am learning all about it! If I have not been to your Club yet, please know I am really looking forward to it! |
How a family friendship impacted people on two continents |
Rotarians Like You are Helping Children in Disadvantaged CountriesPictured: Rotarians working with the Adamawa Peace Initiative help run the Feed and Read program, which provides a hot meal along with lessons in English and math, and the Peace through Sports program. Here’s what you are helping make happen: |
We Need You - Input Sheet Open For Your IdeasAs mentioned in the August Newsletter, and my Club Visits, we are searching for qualified Rotarians to advance our District and make it the BEST ROTARY DISTRICT IN THE UNIVERSE!!
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How To Get Contact Information For Rotarians?Any member in Rotary District 5650 can easily find contact information for another member in the District!
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Governor Kathryn's August MessageHello my fellow Rotarians! I have been having a great time visiting Clubs during July, meeting new people, seeing old friends, and learning about all the great service our members do!! |
2023-24 Club RecognitionOur new Rotary year is in full swing, and the Awards Committee has been working on streamlining awards and how we can help each club achieve those awards!
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Rotary Around The WorldWe periodically hear from Rotary Clubs outside of our District - around the world. We will share their invitations and ideas here. Stories without specific dates are listed at the end of the article.
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Learn About Rotary Fellowships - Promote Fellowships At District ConferenceRotary Fellowships are international groups that share a common passion or profession. Membership in a fellowship is open to any person who’s interested.
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Share Your Club ActivitiesDo you have an upcoming event - maybe a fundraiser? Share your information so that it appears on the District Website and Calendar.
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Club to Club CommunicationIt is easy for clubs to connect. Any clubs within Rotary District 5650 can email any or all of the other clubs in Rotary District 5650.
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Club and District Information On ClubRunner AppSee Club and District Information - right at your fingertips. Find the ClubRunner App in your app store. Use the same logon as with the ClubRunner websites (District and Club).
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Club Officer Access to ClubRunnerDoes your Club have a subscription to ClubRunner for your Club Management? Access to additional aspects of the system do not automatically change when you define your Officers.
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Rotary District 5650 Membership ResourcesAre you wanting some help with membership development and retention? Do you wonder how much is required for dues to Rotary International and the District?
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Have Your Club Do Something for the EnvironmentIt could be as simple as planting a tree. Another idea is to plan a campaign to encourage people in your city to recycle paper, glass, metal and plastic. Or you could invite someone from the UNL College of Agriculture to address your club about regenerative agriculture. |
Governors' July MessageHello District 5650!As we kick off another Rotary year, I want to take this opportunity to thank Barbara Bartle for her great leadership this past year. Her passion and commitment to Rotary is evident in everything she does. On behalf of all our members, thank you, Barbara! |
Compliance With Copyright LawsIt is your Rotary club’s responsibility to comply with copyright laws. Over 40% of the claims under the U.S. Rotary Club & District Liability Insurance Program ("Program") now pertain to copyright infringement.
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Rotary District 5650 Governor 2023-24 Kathryn Schubert - Bio, Club VisitsKathryn Schubert of the Omaha Suburban Rotary Club is Governor for 2023-24 for Rotary District 5650. Click here for a downloadable copy of Kathryn's Bio and Introduction Notes. Click here for a downloadable copy of Kathryn's Photo Click here for Kathryn's Club Visit Schedule |
Create Hope in the World - Rotary Theme 2023-24Rotary Theme for 2023-24 is Create Hope in the World. Click here to read about RI President 2023-24 R. Gordon R. McInally and the theme.
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2023 Golden Wheel AwardsThe Golden Wheel Awards were developed to honor those who exemplify Rotary’s principle motto, Service Above Self. |
Rotary Peace Fellows Serving Our WorldIf you believe, as I do, that real change . . . that REAL change . . . begins when someone decides to do something that makes a difference, then get a load of this.
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Increasing Our Impact as Benefactors of The Rotary FoundationDid you know that, thanks to a few endowments our district grant committee has been able to increase funds for district and global grants and disaster relief for the past several years? You can designate as little as $1,000 in your will and become a Benefactor of The Rotary Foundation.
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One Voice, Every ClubFind out how your club logo should look, how to use it properly, and why it matters in our new video, “One Voice, Every Club.”
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See Club Activities on Facebook! |
District 5650 Clubs - Activities and NewsVisit the Spotlight on Rotary Clubs page (click here) on the District Website to keep up with club activities and read news stories.
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Personal Data Use PolicyWhile serving in a Rotary leadership role, you are granted access to Personal Data that Rotary International and/or The Rotary Foundation considers confidential. When handling this Personal Data, you must abide Rotary's privacy policies. |