Last WeekThe Rotary Club of Verrado's recent meeting with District Governor Michelle Holcomb highlighted several key aspects of Rotary's mission and challenges. Emphasizing membership development, Holcomb encouraged members to reflect on their reasons for joining and to communicate these motivations to potential new members. The sense of community and friendship offered by Rotary can be especially valuable for those new to the area, providing a welcoming environment and opportunities for civic engagement. The initiative of the Rotary-themed Arizona license plate serves as a creative fundraising effort, with proceeds aiding Rotary's various causes. Despite the setbacks in polio eradication efforts due to the complex situation in Afghanistan, following the US withdrawal and the subsequent resurgence of the Taliban, there is a glimmer of hope as successful mass vaccinations in the Gaza strip demonstrate the impact of sustained health initiatives. These discussions serve as a reminder of Rotary's enduring commitment to community service and global health challenges. President Holly, joined by DG Michelle, welcomed our newest member, Jessica (Jessy) Bradley. Jessica's classification is Financial Advisor, and she is with Edward Jones. Please make an effort to introduce yourself to Jessica! President Holly reveals the membership drive to DG Michelle (thanks to Larry C for the graphics!) VRF Pres. Doug, Jim Fry from Pebble Creek and Pres Holly present a check for the Dolly Parton Library Pres Holly and DG Michelle welcome Jessica Bradley to Rotary Announcements - A check was presented by President Holly to the Rotary Club of Goodyear Pebble Creek in support of the Dolly Parton library and book program.
- Doug Bredow, President of the Verrado Rotary Foundation announced a successful Drive Fore Charity fundraiser on October 26. He estimated the club raised $13,000 for our various charitable causes.
- Mike Nott reported on the success of the Feed My Starving Children meal packing which was held on October 25-27. Rotary sponsored a team of 12 volunteers and paid for the meals we packed. During our two hour packing session, together with other teams present, we packed over 27,000 meals. The entire 3-day event reported packing over 250,000 meals.
- President Holly announced we had received a letter from Cohere authorizing us to add a picnic table at Treehouse Park. The picnic table will join the park bench we donated last year. We are still working on having the park renamed Rotary Park.
- Mike Nott announced the November 23, 2024, "Clear the Shelves" event at Bashas on Main Street. This will be the culmination of our annual Thanksgiving food drive to benefit the All Faith Community Food Bank. There are donation boxes at the homes of Holly and Mike Nott, David Faragher and Robin Polk accepting donations from now until November 23. On November 23, the All Faith Truck will be parked at the Bashas from 9 am to 1 pm and we will be encouraging our neighbors to join us at Bashas by buying and donating much needed food for the upcoming holiday season at All Faith. Please plan on joining in!
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