Monroe: New District 5110 Rotary Club
by DG Gerry Kosanovic Time to celebrate the addition of a new Rotary Club in District 5110. On April 19, 2022, the Rotary Club of Monroe (Oregon) received congratulations and certification documents from Rotary International President Shekhar Mehta. President Shekhar...National Polio Immunization trip planned to India
From Jolene Bortz , JBortz@HowardTours.net May 24, 2022 — Howard Tours has announced a tour group to India to participate in a National Polio Immunization Day this September. Information is available at www.HowardTours.net. Please register as soon as possible...Together We Can Deliver 100%
by DG Gerry Kosanovic From the very first day as your District Governor, I continue to recommend a member donation of $26.50 to The Rotary Foundation (TRF). The amount of $26.50 was chosen because it was the first donation to The Rotary Foundation by the Rotary Club...Rotary Youth Exchange makes a Difference 30 years later!
by Steve Swearingen May 24, 2022 — In the 1992-93 Rotary Year our family was lucky enough to be one of the host families for a young 16 year old Rotary Exchange Student from Poland, Kasia Bednarek (pictured left) .Kasia was part of a group of the first Rotary...Ukraine Thank You to 5110 for Fire Truck
Rotary’s 7th Focus: The Environment Addressed in May 25 Zoom
By Nikki Rizzardini May 17, 2022 — Want to learn more about Rotary’s 7th area of focus – Protecting the Environment? Join the Environment Zoom call Wed, May 25 at 6pm. Learn about the formation of our District’s newest Club Environment Committee or about...Medford Rogue Fundraiser Provides Pickleball Opp
By Kingsley Kelley May 17, 2022 — Is your pickleball service as impressive as your service to Rotary? Then join the Medford Rogue Rotary Club for the “Rogue Rotary PIckleball Fest!” This June 24 to 26 we invite Rotarians and non-Rotarians alike to...Protocols Established for those Attending RI Convention in Houston
By Michael D. Corwin May 17, 2022 — The health and safety of Rotary International event participants is of the utmost importance, and we need all in-person attendees to do their part in following applicable safety protocols. To attend the Rotary International...When Gerry is not the DG, he is the DJ
by Judy Corwin May 17, 2022 — Most Rotarians in District 5110 know Dr. Gerry Kosanovic as the 2021-22 DG, but fewer Rotarians know Gerry as Dr. Guzzi, the DJ. Rotarians and friends will experience Dr. Guzzi this Saturday, May 21, when he turns on the sound...Annual Business Meeting May 14 by Zoom
Traditionally, the annual District 5110 Business Meeting is held in person on the Sunday immediately after the District Celebration Conference. This year, DG Gerry Kosanovic will host the meeting one week later on Saturday, May 14 at 9 a.m. by Zoom. District...Seeking Proposals by June 7 for 2024 District Celebration Conference Host
One of a District Governor Nominee’s most important early responsibilities is to identify a location venue and date for the annual District Celebration Conference to be held during the year that the Governor Nominee will serve as District Governor. The earlier a...May Membership Forum Article – Red Badge, Blue Badge process
By Christine Waugh, District Membership Chair Does your Club give red badges to new members and have a process that they follow to earn their blue badge? Some clubs have disbanded that idea and just present a blue badge to new Rotarians. The clubs that use red badges...District 5110 Celebration hits a Home Run
The video below tells the story of a successful event. The highlights below tell the story of Rotarians-in-Action in District 5110. Thank you to Dr. Gerry Kosanovic and wife Lynn for their leadership; Jeff Davis for “Stepping Up to the Plate” to lead the...District 5110 honors 43 Rotarians in Memorials
The friendship room at District 5110’s Celebration Conference was a quiet space to remember 43 Rotarians who has passed between 2019 and 2022. Click on this video link to remember them again. Video created with Rotary Club submissions and through the talents of...Your District Conference Guide to Corvallis, April 28-30
by Judy Corwin District Public Image Chair April 26, 2022 — Your complete District Conference Celebration Program, 3-Day Schedule and ALL event details are available Now. Just click Here. More than 200 individuals have registered for the 3-day event. ...5110 Celebration Teams with Red Cross
By DG Gerry Kosanovic Club Presidents & People of Action – as we prepare for the District 5110 2022 Celebration Conference in Corvallis, it is our intent to merge a service project with our April 30th event, one that would have a defining humanitarian focus...Thank you to our generous sponsors
A special thank you is extended to all the wonderful sponsors who have so generously supported Rotary District Celebration — April 28, 29, 30. This includes all Golf Scramble sponsors at Trysting Tree on April 28; all Street Party Sponsors, 5-9 p.m. on April 29...District 5110 Buys a Fire Truck for Ukraine
By PDG Cindi O’Neil April 26, 2022 — On April 5 PDG Sergii Savadskyi of District 2232 of Ukraine gave a live address to the Rotary Club of Greater Bend on Zoom, in a room of 50+ spellbound members. In his parting remarks he made a plea for help: “We call upon...Empowering Maya Children Through Education
By Rick Francona April 26, 2022 — “This 15-20 minute .PPT presentation, available via ZOOM, provides an overview of the education & literacy programs provided by Adopt-a-Village in Guatemala to Indigenous children in several Maya villages in...DG Gerry invites you to First-Ever Street Party
Click to here to a personal invite from DG Gerry to attend the first-ever Street Party for Rotary in downtown Corvallis. P.S. Don’t forget to vote on the DG Dunk Tank. Your vote goes to the Rotary Foundation. Here is the website: www.dgdunk.com....Youth Exchange Resumes with Free Workshop Saturday
By Mary Hoskins April 19, 2022 — After a two-year forced hiatus, Rotary Youth Exchange is again active in District 5110. The Big West youth task force, representing Rotary Zones 26 and 27, is offering a FREE virtual conference designed to ignite interest and...Celebration Chair Jeff Davis Addresses Compassionate Leadership
By Michelle L Corradetti April 19, 2022 –One of the Celebration Speakers, LBCC Administrator (and Celebration Conference Chair) Jeff Davis will address Compassionate Leadership: how caring leaders help organizations thrive. He teases his paneled-presentation in...Everyday is Earth Day
By Nikki Rizzardini April 19, 2022 — This Friday is the 52nd anniversary of Earth day – the World’s largest secular holiday to celebrate and bring focus to protecting our shared home. Environmental issues are humanitarian issues with escalating consequences for...Great Weekend in Store: Training Assembly & Celebration in Nine Days!
By Aimee Walsh, DGE April 19, 2022 — In two short weeks, Rotarians will return to in-person District events with a Club Training Assembly on Friday, April 29 and District Celebration on Saturday, April 30. If you have already registered, thank you! If not, now...From Principal to DG to Golfer: Can you beat Gerry at April 28 tourney?
by Judy Corwin Are you a golfer? Come out to Trysting Golf Course, April 28 and challenge yourself to a par round and upset DG Gerry Kosanovic at the District 5110 Celebration Conference golf tournament. The event is open to ALL Rotarians and friends! Although...OSU Philosophy Prof. Orosco talks Star Trek to a better future at Conference
A podcast by Elise Hamner For fifty-five years, the Star Trek science fiction series has influenced the creation of everyday technology from cell phones to computer tablets to video conferencing. It is also a series of stories through which people have explored...April Membership Forum Article – Communicating with a Busy, Diverse Membership
By Christine Waugh Today, your members are busier than ever. You also have a diverse age group. Combine these factors and communicating with your club membership presents complicated challenges. Messages made to be printed may work for the older generations, but...Tonga Anyone?
We’re going to Tonga this week! For Week 5 of our International Speakers Series, the Rotary clubs of Port Orford and Eugene Metropolitan are inviting 5110-ers and friends to the Rotary Club of Corvallis this Thursday, April 14th at 12 pm Pacific. Tonga...Your District Governor’s Invite to Join Him at the Annual 5110 Celebration
By Gerry Kosanovic I would be honored for you to join me at the end of April, honoring our amazing Rotary humanitarian work. An energetic committee of volunteers has worked hard to craft an amazing experience for all of us. You will not be disappointed. For the...Rotary Dunk a DG at Celebration: Dunk ‘n’ Donate!
By Lee Eckroth April 5, 2022 — Donate to Vote! Raise funds for the Rotary Foundation by stuffing the ballot box for which DG you would like dunked at the Rotary District 5110 Celebration Street Party in Corvallis, Oregon, on 4/29/23. More on this TRFfundraiser...Southtowne Eugene Supports Ukraine With Medical Supplies
by Kierstin Lindkvist and KVAL.com Staff on a televised report of March 24 April 5, 2022 — In support of Ukraine, the Southtowne Eugene Rotary Club sent medical supplies overseas this past weekend and they’re planning to do it again. The medical supplies...5110 Celebration Speaker Preview: Navigating Social Media
By Bill Grile April 5, 2022–In a digital space where highly-curated algorithms rule, creating a meaningful place for yourself online can seem like an impossible task. From content strategy, to the nitty-gritty of video production, to audience engagement, learn...Youth Exchange event April 23
Are you ready to be energized by the resumption of Youth Exchange in District 5110? Rotary Zones 26 and 27 are offering a FREE virtual conference designed to engage and ignite interest in Youth Exchange. Mark your calendars for the morning of Saturday, April 23rd. Our...International Speaker Series features Yazmin Donaire
Rotary is truly international. You all are invited to Santiago, Chile via the Oregon Coast for Port Orford & Eugene Metropolitan’s International Speaker Series. All of our fellow 5110-ers are welcome to come meet a remarkable young woman with a uniquely...Basket Auction Supports Rotary Foundation
by Judy Corwin March 29, 2022 — Rotary Clubs are reminded to create a basket of goodies from your local community for the Basket Auction at the District 5110 Celebration Conference, April 28-30, in Corvallis, OR. Baskets should be in approximate value of...Shut Up & Listen
by Heather Edwards March 29, 2022 — Come to the Oregon Coast on Thursday, March 31 at 12 pm to “Shut Up and Listen”! World-renowned author and economic development expert Dr. Ernesto Sirolli will talk about the importance of asking what is needed...March 26 Foundation Grant Meeting Minutes Available; April Workshop
From LeAnn Mobley The minutes of the March 26, 2022, District Grant Meeting is now available on the District Website by clicking here. You can also listen to the meeting at this link. An April 23, 2022 Grants Workshop will be held, hosted by DRFFC Cindi ONeil. For...A Podcast Intro to 5110 Celebration Speaker John Mathers on Climate Change
By Tim Novotny This is the first in our speaker series for the D5110 Celebration in Corvallis on April 28-30–meet John Mathers. To hear Mr. Mathers’ podcast, click here. To register for the District Conference, click here. March 29, 2022 – Climate...5110 Rotaries Score Thursday Speaker from Ukraine–Join Them!
By Heather Edwards March 22, 2922–Please help us welcome PDG Sergii Zavadskyi from the Rotary Club of Kyiv City for important updates and a beautiful hour of international fellowship! He is currently safe in western Ukraine with his grandchildren and will be...ShelterBox Aid Almost at the Ukraine Border
By Malcolm Carlaw March 22, 2022 — Here’s a 3-minute video update covering the three groups of people Rotary will be helping: two groups in Ukraine and one group of refugees:District Celebration outlines Friday Club Assembly
by Judy Corwin, District PI Chair March 15, 2022 — Club secretaries, treasurers, and board chairs are encouraged to attend the Friday, April 29 Club Assembly, which will be held as part of the District 5110 Celebration in Corvallis on the campus of Oregon State...Local Rotary Efforts Assisting Those Hardshipped in Ukraine
By Stephen V. Swearingen March 15, 2022 — In addition to ShelterBox and RI’s Disaster Relief Fund, here is another way to assist the refugees from Ukraine — directly to the Rotary Club of Poznan, Poland. A Rotary Exchange Student from Poland who is now a...100 Days of Reading Challenge; Grant Apps Due April 30
By Gerry Kosanovic March 15, 2022 — Without daily reading practice, children can lose up to three months of literacy skills over the summer. In the aftermath of school closings and decreased access to summer learning programs, children are at a higher risk of...5110 Shelter Box Donation Arrives in Poland
By Gerry Kosanovic March 15, 2022 — The following message is from Peggy Carlaw, our ShelterBox Ambassador for the District: The ShelterBox team has arrived in Poland. They’ll be assessing what type of aid refugees will need, what type of aid people living in...5110 Clubs Team Up on Great Speaker Opportunities
By Heather Edwards March 115, 2022 — How much do we love our Rotary friendships? The Rotary Club of Eugene Metropolitan would like to thank the Rotary Club of Port Orford for graciously hosting the international guest speakers our evening time slot doesn’t...Redmond Rotary gives “Gift of Literacy”
by Joe Kosanovic March 15, 2022–Each year, The Redmond Rotary Club grants the “Gift of Literacy” project to first graders in the Redmond School District.. First graders choose a favorite book they would like to read and the book is given to them...Start Your 5110 Celebration with April 28 Golf at Trysting Tree
By Joe Kosanovic March 15, 2022 — Registration for a great Rotary 5110 Celebration in Corvallis is underway and anyone who wants to start it off with a Rotary round of golf at Oregon State University’s golf course, Trysting Tree, should take advantage of...Makindu Children’s Program Presented to Eugene Metro March 15
By Heather Edwards March 15, 2022 — Mr. Kampona was a beggar who lived in a tree. More than twenty years ago he was giving the money he raised to Madona, a 10-year-old orphan girl to go buy food. Madona would bring the food to an elderly woman who cooked for...PODCAST: Service Above Self – Frances Dixon
By Dan Smith March 8, 2022 – These are stories of service above self. Rotary’s highest honor, recognizes individuals, who personify Rotary’s motto of “Service Above Self” by volunteering their time and talents in exceptional service to others....District 5110 Member Honored by Rotary International
By DG Gerry Kosanovic March 8, 2022 – Rotary’s highest honor, bestowed by the Rotary International Board of Directors, recognizes Rotarians who demonstrate Rotary’s motto, Service Above Self, by volunteering their time and talents to help others. The Service...Register NOW for District 5110 Conference, April 28-30
Registration is NOW open for the District 5110 Celebration Conference, scheduled April 28-30 in Corvallis, OR, on the campus of Oregon State University. To register, click here. For lodging information, click here. Below are highlights of the 3-day schedule of...March Forum – Best Practices for Successful Membership Surveys
By Christine Waugh, District Membership Chair March 8, 2022 – What is the best way to find out what your members are thinking about your club’s direction? Ask them! Many clubs use a survey, with mixed results. Let’s talk discuss the Best Practices for...Rotary Responds to Ukraine Heartbreak
By Gerry Kosanovic March 8, 2022 – The tragic situation in Ukraine continues to break our hearts. Members have asked for ways to assist – the following message from The Rotary Foundation establishes a solid pathway for donations with a prioritized Rotary...D5110 Celebration in Corvallis to Feature Friday Street Party
By Lesa Banks March 1, 2022 — Come enjoy live music at Friday night District 5110 Street Party, part of our District Celebration April 29 in downtown Corvallis. Highlights of the event include: –Live music from Hans and the Wanted, a fun-loving top 40...Springfield Twin Rivers Rotary Inaugural Prom 5K April 16
By Nikki Willis March 1, 2022 — Springfield Twin Rivers is hosting it’s inaugural Prom 5K race and fundraising event on April 16 at Island Park in Springfield and starts at 10 a.m. The proceeds from the Prom 5K fun run/walk will help with expanding the...Rotary Unites to Serve Southern Oregon Fire Impact
By Bob Hunter March 1, 2022 — The devastating impact of the Sept. 8, 2020, Almeda and South Obenchain fires left behind more than 2,500 destroyed homes in Jackson County and communities grappling with a fallout that continues to this day. The Rotary Foundation...Submittal process for Rotarian Remembrances at Celebration
By DG Gerry Kosanovic March 1, 2022 — The District 5110 Celebration Conference will provide a remembrance of departed Rotarians and/or Rotarian Spouses. Reverend Dan Fowler has stepped up to support a memorial display at the district conference with a...Dick Clark – 45 years as a Eugene Delta Rotary Club Member
By Gael Coyle March 1, 2022–Dick’s 45 years in Eugene Delta Rotary have been a wonderful part of his life with excellent associations and friends. He fondly remembers so many people he worked with including Paul Peschera and Jim Wildish and his time as Club...What would you want if you were poor?
by Dan Smith Feb. 22, 2022–In our work as podcasters, we interview hundreds of people in many different situations. Sometimes you find a common need that transcends borders. Something very surprising. If you were poor and had nothing, what would you want...Roseburg Rotarians honored with River Forks Park benches
by Roseburg News-Review Reporter Carisa Cegavske Feb. 22, 2022 — Two longtime Rotarians were honored with red benches at River Forks County Park last week. Retired businesswoman Georgia Stiles and Perry Murray, the retired former owner of Murray Electric, were...Pollinator gardens offer way to Protect the Environment
by Nikki Rizzardini Feb. 22, 2022 — The January District Environment Committee meeting hosted a wonderful presentation from Tina Hall: Rotary club of Decorah, IA, Lead District Environmental Committee 5970, and Past District Governor, District 6220 (2017-2018)....Travel Globally Through Photography With Eugene Metro Tonight
by Heather Edwards Feb. 15, 2022–All are welcome to join Eugene Metro for a world tour through French photographer Anne Petry’s gorgeous work. Travel with us from India and Iran to Mexico and Peru, deep into the heart of our shared humanity. Tonight at 6...Eugene Delta Supports Hosea Youth Services
By Gael Coyle Feb. 15, 2022 — The Eugene Delta Rotary Club began its association with Hosea Youth Services, Eugene, Oregon in 2017. Hosea Youth Services (HYS) is a non-profit organization that serves unhoused youth aged 16-24. The organization’s staff and...District Grants Meeting Date Changed
From Tim Mobley, District Foundation Committee Chair Feb. 15, 2022 — The date for the Spring Quarterly Grants Meeting has been changed to March 26 at 9 a.m. A Zoom link will be sent out a week or so before the meeting. The change of date is necessitated by a...Membership Forum 2/22: Maintaining Rotary’s Neutrality in a Polarized World
By Christine Waugh Monday, Feb. 7, 2022 — Rotary has always strived to be neutral and balanced. At times it’s been difficult. During these polarized times, the challenge is even greater. Let’s talk about that! The District 5110 Membership Forum is Tuesday,...Redmond Rotary Back At Major Community Projects
Taken from Redmond Spokesman article by Sheila Miller Feb. 3, 2022–Once again, Redmond Rotary is assisting with major community projects and this one lives up to DG Gerry Kosanovic’s mission of having 5110 Rotarians “stepping up to the plate!”...Leadership Launch – An engaging virtual event for Interactors and Rotarians
By Mary Hoskins Feb. 7, 2022–District 5110 Interact is sponsoring a free virtual event, on Saturday, Feb. 12, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Called Leadership Launch, it’s designed to engage and inspire Interactors and others interested in challenging themselves to...D5110 Youth Exchange resumes exchange in July 2022 after a two-year hiatus
By Charles Kocher Friday, Feb. 4, 2022–The resumption affects dozens of students, Rotary clubs and volunteers across District 5110, a program known for having many volunteers and many moving parts. In 2019-20 District 5110 sent 25 high school students abroad for...Food Plant Solutions Rotary Action Group’s work
By Gerry Kosanovic Jan. 18, 2022 — Because of the far-reaching impact of Covid-19, Food Plant Solutions Rotary Action Group’s work is needed now more than ever. World Vision released a report last year on the impact of Covid-19, providing the following...Top 10 Tips From Your District Environment Committee
By Nikki Rizzardini Jan. 18, 2022 — Your District Environment Committee brings you 10 things clubs can do for the Environment: 1. Reduce or eliminate plastics and waste at meetings and events 2. Invite guest speakers with trusted environmental expertise on a...Obama’s Peace Corps Director to Address Rotary Zoom Thursday
By Robert V. Thurston Jan. 18, 2022–Zoom meetings make it possible for clubs to attract speakers of national and international prominence. The Rotary Club of Corvallis’ speaker on Thursday is Aaron Williams appointed by President Obama to serve as the Director...Rotary Days of Service
By DG Gerry Kosanovic Jan. 18, 2022 — As part of his 2021-22 initiatives, Rotary International President Shekhar Mehta is encouraging clubs to plan and host a practical and action-oriented Rotary Day of Service. The event should address a challenge facing your...Handshakes, Hugs, Fist Bumps & Vaccines
By DG Gerry Kosanovic Jan. 18, 2022 — It’s safe to say that the curveball pitched to us by the current COVID variant continues to challenge our capacity to replicate normal routines of the past. For example, this year’s customary District Governor club visits...PDG Bill Grile and Dan Smith Talk
By Dan Smith Jan. 18, 2022 — Every project has a beginning a team and passion that carries it to success. Join us as Past District Governor Bill Grile talks with Dan Smith about some of the things in his life that brought him to Rotary and some of the projects...President Elect Training (PETS) to go Virtual
After lengthy and thoughtful meetings of the PNW PETS Board of Directors, the February PNW PETS courses and plenary sessions will all be offered through virtual delivery. This is a wonderful opportunity to reach out to, and include, those who have not yet registered....Rotary Youth Leaders (RYLA) Amaze in 2022
By Mary Hoskins We’re excited to report that active planning is underway for RYLA 2022 – after a two-year hiatus, District 5110 will hold an in-person camp, June 18-23, 2022 (Saturday-Thursday). We’ll be returning to Grove Camp, Dorena, Oregon, with...Ecuadorean Wheel Tales Final Episode: A Rotary Hospital
By Daniel Smith What do you think about a Rotary hospital? There is a children’s hospital in Guayaquil, Ecuador that is doing amazing things. Sometimes twice a month non-profits and volunteers from around the world come to the hospital to perform surgeries – free of...January 2022 Membership Forum: New Year Support and Aspirations
By Christine Waugh What are the other clubs in the District doing in 2022? Find out! The District 5110 Membership Forum is Tuesday, January 18th at 10am via zoom. At this Forum, we’ll brief you on new ways RI, the Zone and the District can support your membership...Maler Honored for Continued Polio-Plus Effort
By PDG Cindi O’Neil Each year The Rotary Foundation recognizes a select few Rotarians who have made outstanding contributions to polio eradication by awarding them the Service Award for a Polio-Free World. For the 2020-2021 year, only 40 Rotary members...Twin Rivers Rotarians’ recollection of Christmas Food Boxes Project
Contributions from Bob Lowry (pictured left below) & Steven V. Wilkinson (pictured right) My recollection is that it started about 1988 with a relationship that Jim somehow connected with the then owners of Cartright’s Market in Walterville, later Schwartz Market....Rotary International Disaster Relief Fund
By DG Gerry Kosanovic I have been contacted by individuals in the District regarding assistance for those affected by the recent tornados that have affected the eastern states of Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, and Tennessee. At this time, I...Bend Interact Serving During the Holidays
By Mary Hoskins Taylor Wuepper, from Summit High School in Bend, shared a holiday project that her Interact club recently completed. Interactors assembled gifts for the Life Skills students at their school, and spent time creating holiday cheer for the recipients....PDG O’Neil to Lead TRF Effort Under Aimee Walsh
By DGE Aimee Walsh On behalf of the District Leadership team, I am pleased to announce that Past District Governor Cindi O’Neil has agreed to serve as the District Rotary Foundation Committee Chair (DRFCC) when Tim Mobley completes his term on June 30. The District...Your D5110 Environmental Committee At Work in 2022
By Nikki Rizzardini Happy New Year District 5110 Rotarians! Your District Environment Committee wishes you a beautiful year ahead, and encourages you to consider how you can make the world more beautiful. Here is a list of 10 things we can do for the Environment:...Doing Business w/ Rotarians: Judy Corwin and JayCor Marketing
By PDG Bill Grile In 1905, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as communities. The Rotary Business Network aims to do likewise. And there is no better way...Series on Ecuador: Amazonian Surprise
by Rotarian Dan Smith on location in Ecuador When I was thinking about going to the Amazon I had visions of vampire bats and swarms of Malaria infested Mosquitoes (too many movies). Some of my fellow Rotarian’s talked about roving bands of head-hunters. The real...Zone 26/27 Youth-Led Virtual Interact Conference – January 8
from Mary Hoskins, Youth Service Chair 2017-2021 and RYLA Chair 2022 Greetings, Rotarians and Interactors – You are invited to participate in a virtual conference that has been developed by student leaders throughout Rotary Zones 26-27. It will be held on...Celebrating Rotarian Businesses in 2021
by PDG Bill Grile In 1905, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as communities. The Rotary Business Network aims to do likewise. As 2021 draws to a close,...Wheel Tales – A Rotary Tale of Ecuadorean Cities: Quito, Cuenca, Banos, and More
by Rotarian Dan Smith on Assignment in Ecuador In the U.S., traffic jams can be really annoying, but in Ecuador, they are marketing opportunities. Just outside my window in the Capital city of Quito are “wa-wa” sounds like a crying doll, A woman on the...Dec. 15 deadline for early savings to RI Convention 2022
The 2022 Rotary International Convention 4-8 June in Houston, Texas, USA, is fast approaching, and so is the deadline for attendees to take advantage of the reduced registration rate. After two years, this is an opportunity for us to meet new friends and reunite with...Doing BIZ w/ Rotarians: Joe Schmidl and Schmidl Orthodontics
by PDG Bill Grile In 1905, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as communities. The Rotary Business Network aims to do likewise. This week we salute...Stepping Toward Freedom: Human Trafficking Campaign Vigil Jan. 5
from Rae LaMarche Human trafficking happens in every country. It is a big money game earning global profits of roughly $150 billion per year for traffickers, $99 billion of which comes from commercial sexual exploitation. Human trafficking is second only to drug...Past RI President Dochterman Memorial and Endowment announced
Celebrations of Life have been scheduled to honor Clifford L. Dochterman, past RI President 1992-1993 and member of the Rotary Club of Moraga, CA, who passed away on Tuesday, November 23, 2021. The Celebrations will take place on the following dates: January 14, 2022,...Shelter Box Effort Seeking 5110 Volunteers
Courtesy of Your Public Image Committee Volunteer Opportunities: ShelterBox is looking for volunteers to grow our team and represent ShelterBox in District 5110. If you are interested find out more at www.shelterboxusa.org/volunteerRecruiting Community Leaders: This Video Can Be Your Elevator Address
Courtesy of Your Public Image Committee We encourage all District 5110 clubs (and several in Eugene and other 5110 areas already are) to broadcast and/or distribute the attached :30 second video message addressing “What is Rotary?” It is a concise, high...Almeda Fire – Rising From the Ashes Part 2
by Dan Smith Sept. 8, 2020, was a challenging time for Southern Oregon. Like every place else, we were in the middle of a pandemic and and on top of that, a drought. That Tuesday after Labor Day, the first day of school for many of the school districts in Southern...Peace Training Workshop, Dec. 7 & 9, registration offered
by DG Gerry Kosanovic A free Peace Training workshop with the Peace Literacy Institute is available to District 5110 Rotarians 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm on Tuesday, December 7 and Thursday, December 9. This is a digital Zoom classroom experience with no cost. [See attached...Wheel Tales Bamboo Houses and Nutritional Forests
By Dan Smith Do you remember the campfire song “Kumbaya? My LORD, Kumbaya”. Well there is a real place called [K]Cumbaya in Ecuador. And of course it has both a Rotary and Rotaract Club. I was invited to attend the club’s online meeting with a remarkable...Doing BIZ w/Rotarians: Breann Wright & Retina Care Center
by PDG Bill Grile In 1905, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as communities. The Rotary Business Network aims to do likewise. This week we salute...Doing BIZ w/ Rotarian Michael Cottam, SEO Consultant
by PDG Bill Grile In 1905, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as communities. The Rotary Business Network aims to do likewise. This week we salute...Wheel Tales – Life on the road
By Rotarian Daniel Smith I bet you were wondering where the Susan B. Anthony dollar coin went? Well I found them, they are here in Ecuador, along with a strange looking two dollar coin. Rotary has been working on podcasting for the district for over a year. About a...First Quarterly Grants Meeting of 2022 Set for January 8
By Tim Mobley, TRF District Chair As the Holidays rush toward us, I want you to make sure you get January 8 on your calendars for the first Quarterly Grants Meeting of 2022. We will continue with our Zoom format to include as many people as possible. We are hoping...Rotary Needs to Stay the Course on Polio Eradication
By Nelson R. Maler I am sad to report to you that we have two new cases of the Wild Polio Virus in Afghanistan. I have dreaded the possibility of this day arriving, as I know many of you have…Just reported this morning. After more than 10 months of no new wild polio...Rotary District Conference 2022
The Latest Voices Podcast: Almeda Fire – Rising From the Ashes
by Dan Smith Sept. 8, 2020, was a challenging time for Southern Oregon. Like every place else, we were in the middle of a pandemic and and on top of that, a drought. That Tuesday after Labor Day, the first day of school for many of the school districts in Southern...Doing BIZ w/ Rotarians: Michelle Goodrick and Lift Marketing
by PDG Bill Grile Rotarians in some clubs have taken wonderful advantage of the Rotary Business Network to promote their businesses and the way they support doing good at home and abroad. Greater Corvallis Rotary tops the list of these clubs and, thus, we salute...TRF: Give first and lead by example.
Your contributions help Rotary International strengthen peace efforts, provide clean water and sanitation, support education, grow local economies, save mothers and children, and fight disease. The “Every Rotarian Every Year” initiative asks every Rotarian to support...Rotary treats Cottage Grove to great Halloween
by Rotarians Jane Falls and Dana Merryday Over 3500 Cottage Grove families and their children converged on Bohemia Park this past Friday, Oct. 29 for the Halloween Hootinany [sic]. In past years the local trick or treaters have gone to the historic downtown area, but...BIZ wRotarians: Ron Gilliland and Coaching & Career Services
by PDG Bill Grile In 1905, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as communities. The Rotary Business Network aims to do likewise. This week we salute Ron...Rotary Dollars and Service to Benefit Youth for the Holidays
By Katie Walker The Tulelake Rotary Club will be packing 100 (50lb potato boxes) food boxes prior to their November 10 club meeting. These boxes will be given to four area schools for staff to disperse to the students in greatest need the week prior to (50 boxes)...Working through COVID times with Port Orford
by President Mike Hewitt A look at the first 4 months of the 20/21 Rotary year. Covid seemed to be on the decline so we got together to clean, paint and prepare our meeting place in the American Legion Hall. Most of our members were eager to have meetings in...November Membership Forum: Club Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
By Christine Waugh The District 5110 Membership Forum is Tuesday, November 16th at 10am via zoom. At this Forum, we’ll focus on the topic of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. It’s not just a hot topic, it will help you lead your club and engage your membership....Maler accepts new TRF role
By DG Gerry Kosanovic District Governor Nominee designate Nelson Maler is adding another responsibility to his current Polio Plus Society Chair by accepting the District 5110 Rotary Foundation Committee Annual Fund Chair for the remainder of Rotary Year 21-22 M. We...Doing BIZ w/Rotarians: Cheri Martinen and Bancorp Insurance
by PDG Bill Grile In 1905, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as communities. The Rotary Business Network aims to do likewise. This week we salute...Springfield and Bend Rotarians install new landscaping at Clinic
By Jane Ann Falls Twenty-two Springfield and Bend Rotarians enthusiastically joined together to install new landscaping at the Orchid Health McKenzie River Clinic located up the McKenzie River in Rainbow on October 15 and 16. At the end of last Rotary year, then...Polio Vaccine Effort Revitalized in Afghanistan
By Nelson R. Maler It was just announced by WHO and UNICEF, partners with Rotary in the GPEI, that the Taliban have agreed to allow the Polio Vaccination program to restart in Afghanistan…and furthermore, they have agreed to allow women to continue to be...One of Rotary’s Ultimate Experiences and Open to All — National Immunization Days
by Chuck Root Each year Rotarians have a wonderful opportunity to participate in National Immunization days. One of the most interesting is lead by PDG Anil Garg from Southern California. As an India native Anil organizes quite a varied trip including an optional...Gift of Literacy Podcast
Voices of Rotary: This week –The Gift of Literacy Sunday, October 24, 2021 By Daniel Smith The great thing about Voices of Rotary storytelling is you don’t need anything special. No secret handshake, high tech devices or private registration. Just click on the...Doing BIZ wRotarians: Kristina Jones Dodd
In 1905, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as communities. The Rotary Business Network aims to do likewise. This week we salute Kristina Jones Dodd...Celebrate World Polio Day, Oct. 24
by Judy Corwin and Joe Kosanovic Here are three important links to videos, images, and statements from Rotary International regarding World Polio Day, Oct. 24. The event is celebrated around the Rotary World to acknowledge the Eradication of Polio, an effort in which...Sisters Rotary Conducts Annual Mega Raffle, Holiday card sales
by Mike Corwin The Sisters club is conducting a pair of fund raising efforts that should be of District-wide interest! Some great prizes within their annual “mega-raffle” and sets of gorgeous Holiday cards for purchase. The annual Sisters Country Rotary...Food Box & Emergency Services Fall Fundraiser
by Deanna L. Rivera Hundreds of family members have depended on our food box deliveries in order to meet their basic needs. Delivering food boxes throughout this pandemic has been both heartbreaking and heartwarming. On the one hand, we have come face to face with...Doing BIZ w/Rotarians: Saluting Michele Kellison & Hendrick/Kellison LLC
by PDG Bill Grile, In 1905, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as communities. The Rotary Business Network aims to do likewise. This week we salute...Doing BIZ with Rotarians: A Salute to Nicole Gee Photography
by PDG Bill Grile In 1905, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as communities. The Rotary Business Network aims to do likewise. This week we salute...Rogue Gateway Rotary thanks healthcare workers
By Margaret E. Bradford Rogue Gateway Rotarians fed more than 400 hospital employees Oct. 5 as part of “Operation Gratitude,” for local healthcare workers’ service to the community during the corona virus pandemic. A “Health Care Heroes” barbecue lunch was served to...October Membership Forum – New Clubs – Possibilities and Opportunities
By Christine Waugh The topic for Tuesday, October 19 District 5110 Membership Forum is the forming new clubs – and exploring how that could help with membership. Lee Eckroth (pictured at right) will introduce our topic. A member of the District Membership Committee,...Make Rotary plans for Ecology Day Nov. 6
By Nikki Rizzardini ESRAG’s Western North America Chapter (Big West) invites all Rotarians, Rotaractors, Interactors, and friends to a free conference on Saturday, Nov. 6 in celebration of Rotary Ecology Day. This is a festival of world-class speakers, films, and...CONGRATULATIONS DISTRICT GOVERNOR NOMINEE NELSON MALER!
by PDG Bill Grile On Oct. 10, the D5110 Nominating Committee convened and nominated Nelson Maler from the Rotary Club of Grants Pass to serve as District Governor for 2024-2025. The committee truly appreciates the efforts and qualifications of our other candidate,...Corvallis Rotary supports homeless with grant-supported gift.
Rotary Club of Corvallis’ Barbara Clauson (pictured right) and President Terri Homer delivered $500 worth of brand new sweatpants, sweatshirts and underwear to the City of Corvallis Men’s Shelter. The delivered was made available with the support of a...RI President’s Message: World Polio Day
by RI President Shekhar Mehta A quarter of the Rotary year is now behind us. I am sure you are helping Rotary to grow more and do more. And I hope you have already done your part for the Each One, Bring One initiative by introducing one person to Rotary. Do you ever...DG Candidates Announced
Two outstanding Rotarians seek to serve as D5110 District Governor for 2024-2025. These are Nelson Maler from the Rotary Club of Grants Pass, and Kimberly DeBroux from the Rotary Club of Greater Bend. Both are exceptionally well-qualified to serve as D5110’s...Storytelling Made Easy: Voices of Rotary
By DG Gerry Kosanovic with details by Dan Smith Want to hear a good story? Who doesn’t? Storytelling is said to be one of humankind’s most satisfying rites. “US News and Reports,” said that “The old-fashioned art of storytelling has become a 21st-century...Virtual Student Exchanges
By DG Gerry Kosanovic Last year the worldwide COVID pandemic challenged our opportunity to operate the highly successful in-person District 5110 Student Exchange. However, an engaging alternative to in-person exchanges is the Virtual Exchange. It is an appealing...World Polio Day
by DG Gerry Kosanovic One day with one focus. Every club. Every Rotarian. Sunday, October 24 is World Polio Day and there is still time to plan an event in your community to raise awareness and/or funds to eradicate this terrible disease. There is even a “tool...Doing BIZ with Rotarians: A Salute to Doug James and TechnaPrint
by PDG Bill Grile In 1905, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as communities. The Rotary Business Network aims to do likewise. This week we salute Doug...Plant a Tree: Breathe Easier
by Nikki Rizzardini, 5110 and District 5110 Committee for the Environment In each leaf of a tree is a solar powerhouse that uses light to convert CO2 and water into carbohydrates for growth and then releases the oxygen that we all breathe. It’s a miracle known as...Doing BIZ with Rotarians: A Salute to Beth Sheehan and the Eugene Rescue Mission
by PDG Bill Grile In 1905, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as communities. The Rotary Business Network aims to do likewise. This week we salute Beth...The 2020-21 Awards Night: Remastered to Remove the Hack
By PDG Cindi O’Neil It was an evening to reward and recognize Rotarians in District 5110 for outstanding service during a challenging Rotary year. Recording live on Zoom, on September 15, a hacker interrupted the event. Remastered by PDG Bill Grile the recording is...Homeless shelter and bilingual library supported by $11,000 Rotary fund-raising effort
The Rotary Club of Redmond presented two donation checks, one presentation of which was featured on KTVA Channel 10 news. A $10,000 donation to Jericho Road at Wild Ride Brewery included a partnership with Wild Ride Brewery and Justin Homan Productions / MX13 Metal...A Salute to Jessie Lopez and ICON Real Estate Group
by Bill Grile So many wonderful businesses are supporting the work of Rotary in District 5110. In 1905, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as...District Rotarians honored for service and achievements
PDG Cindi O’Neil recognized all the good works and service of District 5110 Rotarians at an event that normally would have occurred at the District Conference. PDG Cindi made the event extra special with a virtual tribute to each individual. Attached is a list...Honoring Veterans and their families
by Joe Vincent Honoring our veterans and their families, the Rotary Clubs of Albany are producing and hanging hero banners downtown. Banners are posted in celebration of Veteran’s Day. Initial installation will take place October 1 and the deadline for new orders for...Come to Hong Kong with us this Tuesday night at 6 pm Pacific!
by Heather Edwards Then to Sydney. Then to Beijing. And come ready to have that creative spark ignited. Some people are so passionate their inspirations are not limited to just one discipline. Hong Kong-born Tamsin Nugent is a Mandarin-speaking British national and...RBN salutes Bill Thorp Insurance
by PDG Bill Grile This week Rotary Business Networks salutes Grants Pass Rotary Club past president Bill Thorp and Bill Thorp Insurance Agency Inc. Bill is a dedicated Rotarian committed to his club and community. He is a multiple Paul Harris Fellow, Foundation...Lakeview expresses grant appreciation from Lakeview
The Rotary Club of Lakeview partnered with a high school students and administrators to provide cinnamon rolls from a local eatery, to incident management team and fire personnel who responded to the Bootleg fire in southern Oregon. Grant funds from Rotary’s...What Motivates Rotary Members?
From Rotarian Publications We celebrated Membership and New Club Development Month in August. We know that the main reasons our members join and stay with Rotary are community service and friendship. That makes this the perfect time to learn more about how to further...Celebrating Rotarians: Virtual Award Ceremony Announced
On Wednesday, Sept. 15, at 5 pm we will pause to celebrate the accomplishments of many Rotarians who have contributed over the past year to the mission of Rotary in their Clubs, in their home towns, across the District, and globally. The celebration will be via Zoom...Rotary Spotlight on Dave Henderer & Henderer Design + Build
By Bill Grile We salute Greater Corvallis Rotary Club President Dave Henderer, committed to his community, the world and the D5110 Rotary Business Network (RBN). When Dave learned about the benefits of RBN, he jumped at the opportunity to enroll. It’s no surprise!...Dispelling a Rotary Myth!
By PDG Bill Grile It’s commonly believed that you must be retired in order to manage the responsibilities of serving as a District Governor. This is understandable because being a DG is definitely a huge commitment. But it’s NOT impossible to work full-time AND serve...Gold Beach Rotary Provides Biking Ocean and River Views
By Jeremy Skinner The Gold Beach Rotary Club is starting the second decade of their fundraiser enabling the public to bike with ocean and river views all for a great cause! Bike The Rogue will be held Saturday, September 11 with 23 and 38-mile ride options with low...Make a Difference for 5110….and a Better You!
By PDG Bill Grile Why would a Rotarian want to be a District Governor? Click here to take just 16 seconds and listen to what PDG Jim Lussier says about the experience Less than 30 days left to file for District Governor! September 15 is the deadline for Clubs to...August Celebration Reluctantly Cancelled
Message From PDG Cindi O’Neil “Knowing that as Rotarians you have been watching the new surge in COVID – 19 cases throughout Oregon, I know you are not surprised that we are cancelling the District Celebration for the year 2020-21. I do not do this...Southern 5110 Clubs Unite for BBQ, Service Project
On Saturday, August 7 the Rotary Club of Lakeview hosted Rotary friends from the two Alturas, California Rotary clubs at a BBQ luncheon. The event was held at the Warner Valley Ski Hill, which is about 10 miles northeast of Lakeview. The Ski Hill is a frequent...Action Awards Applications Approved – Checks are in the mail
by DG Gerry Kosanovic Congratulations to the first four clubs to receive a District 5110 Action Award. A $500 check was issued to the Rotary Clubs of Corvallis After Five, Sisters, Lakeview and Springfield Twin Rivers. Each club submitted an application, approved...Doing Business with Rotarians: A Salute to Steve Roe and Roe Motors
by PDG Bill Grile It’s no surprise! So many wonderful businesses are supporting the work of Rotary in District 5110. In 1905, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen...August Membership Forum: How to Meet Member Expectations
By Christine Waugh The District 5110 Membership Forum is Tuesday, August 17th at 10am via zoom. At this Forum, we’ll focus on How to Meet Member Expectations. Our members won’t stay iIf we don’t meet their individual expectations. Let’s explore how to do this and...Rotarians volunteer 1,299 hours at Deschutes County Fair
by Judy Corwin (click photo for video or the link below) For 34 years, the Rotary Club of Redmond has volunteered at the Deschutes County Fair to raise funds for service projects and scholarships. Following a year’s absence due to COVID, the club was at it...Is Our Next District Leader In Your Club
By Bill Grile Does your club include a future District leader??? The success of D5110 depends, in large part, upon the quality of leadership that our clubs share at the district level. You can help shape the future of D5110 by identifying Rotarians with the leadership...Sign Up for the Benefits of Rotary’s Biz Network
By Michael Corwin One of the great benefits of Rotary is to be surrounded by people who have integrity, are leaders, respect diversity, are wonderful friends, and are dedicated to serving others in need. Well, wouldn’t you also want to do business with one of those...Eugene Rotary helps sponsor summer camps for children affected by disasters
By JEN WRIGHT • JUL 29, 2021 From KLCC NPR Radio (click here) Children impacted by disasters like the Holiday Farm Fire are headed into summer camp with thanks from two sponsors in Lane County. Camp Noah will offer children relief and resilience during three...Greater Albany Rotary Club Boils with Pride
By Joe Vincent, July 30, 2021 Covid didn’t stop resourceful Greater Albany Rotarians from continuing their long history of successful fund raising. In the past, the Albany Community has enjoyed the club’s highly successful Crab Fest gathering…faithfully held in early...Start Your Central Oregon Rotary Celebration With Golf
By Mike Corwin District 5110 clubs should be assembling foursomes now to compete in the August 26 Rotary Celebration in Central Oregon Golf Scramble that tees off the District Celebration at The Greens of Redmond, just a stone’s throw from the Deschutes County...Rotary Celebration in Central Oregon is week’s away
by Julie Brown Public invited to join in-person conference Aug. 26-28 at Deschutes County Fair and Expo Center Registration on DACdb is now available for the Golf Tournament and Celebration Event. Central Oregon business leaders and others interested in community...Iron Will from Bill Gates
I can’t think of a more important moment than right now in the fight against polio. And that’s a good thing because it shows how much progress the world has made against polio, a terrible and now largely forgotten disease. This metal tank is an iron lung, a mechanical...A Personal Challenge with a Higher Purpose
Rotarians can join this effort by donating funds or voice in an effort to help eradicate this terrible virus (https://www.rotary.org/en/donate). by DG Gerry Kosanovic, Ph.D. The temperature was 116˚on June 27, 2021, in downtown Portland, Oregon, the day cyclists began...Grants meeting focuses on importance of Rotary’s cause
by Tim & LeAnn Mobley, When Rotary’s Foundation and grant opportunities are presented by Tim and LeAnn Mobley, it is with great effort toward the importance of giving to the Foundation. Grants are a prime opportunity of support. RI President John Germ was...Eugene Metro event to support international families
by Heather Edwards “Will it build goodwill and better friendships? Come join your fellow Rotarians (in real life!) to help us raise money for everything from scholarships in Mexico to food boxes in Thailand, the Imagination Library here in Eugene to Huerto de la...Hunt starts for future DG. Could this be you?
By PDG Bill Grile Have you ever thought of yourself as a District Governor? Give it some thought! The formal process to select the DG for 2024-2025 will open on August first when Club Presidents will be invited to identify candidates for consideration by the...RBN Registration Open for 2021-22
Dear Rotary Member: One of the great benefits of Rotary is to be surrounded by people who have integrity, are leaders, respect diversity, are wonderful friends, and are dedicated to serving others in need. Well, wouldn’t you also want to do business with a Rotarian?...Three Florence Rotarians Nominated for First Citizen Award
By Graham Ross The Rotary Club of Florence, Oregon is proud to have three of its members nominated for the First Citizen Award. Each year the area Chamber of Commerce recognizes one Siuslaw Region community member that has shown their commitment to our community...RBN Salute to Jeff Robberson & Robberson Ford, Lincoln, Mazda
By Bill Grile This week we salute Bend Mt. Bachelor Rotarians Jeff Robberson and Miro Garaj. Robberson Ford, Lincoln, Mazda is a full-service dealership built on a Rotary heritage and serving Central Oregon for over 60 years. Current company president Jeff Robberson...Speaker Puliz headlines Paul Harris Dinner: Celebration Website & Registration Ready
As the August 26-28 Celebration takes shape, registration and a conference website are now available for District 5110’s Celebration — The Year that Changed Rotary! The event will be hosted at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds and Expo Center. The speaker...5110 Polio Plus Donors Exceed 800
By Nelson Maler, CFP Harriet Scholoer (pictured left) and Dell Gray, Past District Governor, have been recognized by Rotary Zone 27 and District 5110 for their vision and efforts to elevate the Polio Plus Society. The two, according to Nelson Maler, CFP, started back...July Membership Forum: Effective Membership Committees
By Christine Waugh Looking for optimizing your Club’s Membership Committee effort? That’s the focus of the District 5110 Membership Forum next Tuesday, July 20th at 10am via zoom. At this Forum, we’ll focus on Effective Membership Committees. Without...Doing Biz with Rotarians: Saluting Ulrich Lau and Oregon Overseas Timber Co.
Rotary Business Network salutes Rotarian Ulrich Lau and his family-owned company, Oregon Overseas Timber as this week’s Business of the Week. Ulrich is Past President of Port Orford Rotary Club, a Multiple Paul Harris Fellow and Sustaining Member of The Rotary...Updated Link for August Celebration Lodging
The Comfort Suites at the Redmond Airport is the host hotel for the August 26-28 Rotary Celebration event. Only 40 rooms are available per might and will be guaranteed at the special rate of $179 if you reserve by July 27th. You can reserve your spot by clicking...Wellness Center Lost in Holiday Farm Fire Receives Medical Equipment
By DG Cindi O’Neil The McKenzie Valley Wellness Center was lost during the Holiday Farm Fire in September 2020. Wellness medical services are now performed in an old RV and a makeshift quilt shop turned temporary wellness clinic between Blue River and McKenzie...Rotary and United Way Partner to Fund Summer Camps
By DG Cindi O’Neil This summer 100 children who lost their homes in the Holiday Farm Fire will receive a special treat: a week-long summer camp designed to help them heal from the trauma of the fire. The District 5110 Fire Relief Fund is funding one of the camps and...Passing the Baton: Thank you Cindi, Welcome Gerry
by Judy Corwin Every year, since Paul Harris founded Rotary in 1905, leadership transitions on July 1 when the baton is passed from one Club President to another and one District Governor to another. Each are committed and passionate about carrying the baton over the...THE POWER OF ROTARY
by Debbie Snow, SEHS Interact Advisor & District Interact Chair Person Three months ago, the Southern CA Interact Clubs started a pen pal initiative with several districts across the United States. South Eugene High School (SEHS) Interact students decided to...Doing Biz w/Rotarians: Saluting Carol Lee Woodstock & Woodstock’s Pizza Parlor
By Bill Grile We conclude the 2020-21 RBN Business of the Week features with a “Woodstock’s Special with extra cheese and pepperoni!’ This week we salute Greater Corvallis Rotarian Carol Lee Woodstock and Woodstock’s Pizza Parlor, formerly organized...Be advised: the district grant submittal process has been reopened-
by Tim Mobley, Applications for funding club district grant projects for 21-22 year did not exhaust funds available so we are reopening applications until July 2nd midnight. If you need support, please let me know. Below you will find the “rules” of engagement for the...Reminder: District Governor Baton Pass June 24
Mark your calendars to join this Zoom experience on Thursday, June 24, 2021, at 5 pm. The Rotary Club of Greater Corvallis will introduce their home club member, District Governor-Elect Gerry Kosanovic and host the passing of the baton. Grab your favorite...HELP WANTED: Recommend a Rotary Business for Recognition!
Want to honor a commendable Rotarian for selection as District 5110 Business of the Week? Simply email your nomination to PDG Bill Grile along with a sentence or two explaining why the Rotarian and his/her business deserves recognition. That’s all there is to it! ...Doing BIZ w/Rotarians: Saluting Architect Raymond Kistler
by Bill Grile It’s no surprise! So many wonderful businesses are supporting the work of Rotary in District 5110. In 1905, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as...Doing BIZ with Rotarians: Saluting SolAire Homebuilders and The O’Neils
by Bill Grile It’s no surprise! So many wonderful businesses are supporting the work of Rotary in District 5110. In 1905, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as...CTA Draws 100s/Recordings Available
By Judy Corwin Hundreds of Rotarians benefited from the expertise of leaders in the District at the Club Training Assembly last Saturday, May 15. A huge thank you to District Training Coordinator Paul Nicholson (pictured); District leaders including DG Cindi O’Neil,...Come Celebrate 2020/2021 with District 5110
by Judy Corwin, District Public Image Chair Rotary District 5110 will celebrate The Year that Changed Rotary, August 26-28 at the Deschutes County Fair and Expo Center in Redmond, OR. All Rotarians experienced the changes of meetings, learned the values of Zoom, and...The June 24th District Governor Baton Pass
The beginning of the 2021-22 Rotary year will soon be upon us. On July 1, clubs throughout the world will welcome a new Club President to guide members toward service success. Likewise, 535 Rotary districts will witness the leadership baton pass from the District...Jackson County Rotarian – LeAnn Mobley — honored with community service award
Rotarian LeAnn Mobley from the Bear Creek Valley Rotary Club received Community Service accolades for her leadership of the Rogue Powerpack Program. Mobley and other volunteers helped raise funds and collect food for the program. Rogue Powerpack sends needy kids...Doing BIZ with Rotarians: Saluting L Germond and Garden Valley Retirement
by PDG Bill Grile, It’s no surprise! So many wonderful businesses supporting the work of Rotary in District 5110. In 1911, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses...#ROTARYRESPONDS in Eugene
By Pete Gribskov, Ravitej Khalsa and other Eugene contributors The Rotary Club of Eugene volunteered and assisted Lane County Public Health in giving out COVID Vaccinations at the Lane County Fairgrounds. Recently, the Eugene Register Guard newspaper featured the...Doing Biz with Rotarians: Saluting Lawton Lesueur and Midland Empire Insurance
by Bill Grile In 1911, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as communities. The Rotary business Network aims to do likewise. This week we salute Lawton...Learn about Youth Exchange at June 5 Virtual Conference
by Mary Hoskins A free virtual conference on Rotary Youth Exchange will be offered June 5, 2021 – 9 AM to Noon. Rotarians who want to learn more about Youth Exchange, including current issues and plans, may want to sign up for a FREE virtual conference on...Doing Biz w/Rotarians: Saluting Paul Stewart and Sky Lakes Medical Center
By Bill Grile In 1911, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as communities. The Rotary Business Network aims to do likewise. This week we return to the...Doing BIZ with Rotarians: Saluting Lexi Crawford, EXP Realty, LLC
by Bill Grile, In 1911, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as communities. The Rotary business Network aims to do likewise. This week we salute Lexi...Virtual CTA May 15 – Register NOW!
from Paul Nicholson, District Training Coordinator Register NOW for Virtual Club Training Assembly Our 2021 virtual Club Training Assembly is just around the corner – Saturday, May 15 to be precise! If you haven’t already registered, there is still time. ...Next District Membership Forum, May 18, Inclusion and Mentorship
by Chris Waugh, christine@leadersupportservice.com Link to meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82289120983 The next District Membership Forum is about Inclusion & Mentorship. It will be held Tuesday, May 18th at 10am. Bringing a diverse membership pool into Rotary,...SAVE THE DATE: Celebrate Rotary 2020-21 in Central Oregon
By DG Cindi O’Neil SAVE THE DATE: August 26,27,28 at the Deschutes County Fair and Expo Center, Redmond, Oregon. Join us for the 2020-21 Rotary Celebration in the out of doors! Thursday: Golf Tournament and an Evening Paul Harris Dinner Friday: Drive in Theatre...Deadline extended to May 15 for District Awards
by Jim Polk, Awards Chair DG Cindi O’Neil has extended the deadline for submitting nominations for District Awards and Recognition to May 15! Awards will be presented at the District Celebration, August 26-28 at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds. Do you have...Annual meeting supports “Spirit of Rotary” in unusual COVID year.
by Judy Corwin DG Cindi O’Neil said it multiple times: Rotary District 5110 accomplished so much in what was a challenging COVID year. O’Neil complimented the determination and spirit of Rotary under her leadership at the Annual Business Meeting, May 1,...Hoskins and Team Make eRYLA a Hit for 75 Students
By Mary Hoskins It was a bold experiment, but eRYLA exceeded our expectations. Facing a second year without camp RYLA, the District 5110 RYLA executive committee chose to contract with a Rotarian team that has developed and successfully implemented virtual RYLA...Doing BIZ with Rotarians: Salute to Tom Hoyt Attorney, P.C.
by PDG Bill Grile In 1911, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as communities. The Rotary business Network aims to do likewise. This week we salute Tom...Eugene Metro partners with Rotary Club of SF Chinatown on hate crimes protection
by Heather Edwards “Friends and Fellow Rotarians – as the spike in hate crimes against Asians and Asian-Americans continues to rise in this country, our friends at the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown are distributing Sabre personal alarms to protect...Three Important Events for all Rotarians
DGE Gerry Kosanovic encourages all Rotarians from District 5110 to participate in three important events, two of which will be virtual. all require pre-registration through DACdb. Below are links to information about each event. Take a look at DGE Gerry’s video...April 3 Grant Meeting video and reports available
From Tim and LeAnn Mobley Your Foundation Committee has been hard at work on District and Global grant information. Here are the latest links: –April 3 Meeting PowerPoint –April 3 Grants Committee Meeting Minutes –Executive Committee of District...International Travel Hiatus for 2021-2022
by Gerry Kosanovic, District Governor-Elect In 2013 Rotary International withdrew their support of the Group Study Exchange (GSE) program, which was officially established in 1965. Despite the Policy change of Rotary International, District 5110 continued to fund...Shoes for K-3 focus of fund raiser
The Stoller Family Estate Winemaker and Sommolier will host a virtual wine tasting fund-raiser on behalf of Rotary and the Redmond Rotary’s Operation Warm Soles effort. Warm Soles’ goal is to fund 500 pairs of shoes for Central Oregon children, grades...Rotary Now/Leading Change Video
The final Rotary Now/Leading Change program was on Sustainability. If you would enjoy viewing the recorded video, please click here. Thank you Paul Nicholson for coordinating this program and to Bill Grile for putting this resentation together.Doing Biz with Rotarians: Saluting Michelle Corradetti and Morgan Stanley
by Bill Grile Rotarian Michelle Corradetti is Immediate Past President, Rotary Club of Medford. She is a stellar Rotarian, PHF+6, a leader in D5110’s new Voices of Rotary podcast team and is passionate about community service. Michelle has more than 32 years of...3 reasons your club might be struggling with membership
by Chris Waugh You have the opportunity every month to drill down and tackle the membership challenges your club faces. District 5110 Membership Forums are on the third Tuesday from 10 – 11am on zoom. Upcoming topics include: Mentorship Done Right Attracting...RBN Biz of the Week: Gary Manly and Cottage Grove Sentinel
By Bill Grile Rotarian Gary Manly is a pillar of Cottage Grove Rotary Club, serving as its Treasurer and Bulletin Editor. His business, Cottage Grove Sentinel, is an awarded weekly newspaper serving South Lane and North Douglas Counties since 1889. Rotary Business...May 15 Virtual Club Training Assembly Sign-ups Underway
By Paul Nicholson Here’s your annual opportunity to learn how to become a better Rotarian! Sign-ups start next Tuesday for the Club Training Assembly slated for Saturday, May 15. Apply for grants? Discover new projects? Find out about best practice for club...ROTARY NOW!/Leading Change program – Sustaining Our Impact.
By Cynthia O’Neil Rotary undertakes a huge variety of projects, and in all of them, a key focus is sustainability. We want the community in which the project is undertaken to be able to continue to receive the benefit of our work for the foreseeable future. In...Thank You Rotarians of D5110! Watch our Video
By DG Cindi O’Neil It is happening all across our District in Oregon: Rotarians are stepping forward to volunteer at the COVID vaccine clinics in their communities. This act of service saves lives. You are offering a gift to your communities that says, “We are...Our Peace Fellow graduates from UNC/Duke
by Chuck Root “I plan to work in a humanitarian setting and promote health post disaster or crisis. I have a special interest in effective implementation of health interventions for mothers, children and their families in refugee camps.” says our District...Doing Business with Rotarians: A Salute to Rick Osborn and Jackson-Osborn Insurance Agency
by Bill Grile After all, wouldn’t you rather do business with a Rotarian? In 1911, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as communities. Rick Osborn is a...April 15 ROTARY NOW!/Leading Change program – Sustaining Our Impact.
By Cynthia O’Neil Rotary undertakes a huge variety of projects, and in all of them, a key focus is sustainability. We want the community in which the project is undertaken to be able to continue to receive the benefit of our work for the foreseeable future. In...NEW AND IMPROVED: The D5110 Rotary Business Network
This week DG Cindi O’Neil is announcing the relaunch of a much improved Rotary District 5110 Business Network (RBN). Click here to see the new look www.rotarybusinessnetwork.org. “Rotary Business Network (RBN) is now a business communication tool like no other,”...Medford Rogue Rotary Blood Drive – March, 2021
By Kingsley Kelley So you find yourself in the midst of a pandemic, in a region recovering from devastation fires, and still conducting meetings on Zoom, what do you do? Well, if you’re a Rogue Rotarian (as in Medford Rogue Rotary Club) you begin holding quarterly...Global Grant Scholars Make Impact
By Tommi A. Drake One of The Rotary Foundation programs that is popular in our district is called Global Grant Scholars. It replaced the Ambassadorial Scholarship program about eight years ago. This year’s recipient for District 5110, Najibullah Loodin, and next...Bend Rotary Makes Local News With Member Growth
By Michael D. Corwin The Rotary Club of Bend has grown its membership by four community-minded leaders recently and continues to welcome central Oregon citizenry interested in service locally and globally under the current club Presidency of Mid-Oregon Credit...Virtual District Training Assembly Slated for May 15
by Paul Nicholson, District Trainer (pictured below) Do you want to learn more about Rotary? Apply for grants? Discover new projects? Find out about best practice for club secretaries, treasurers, TRF Chairs, Membership Chairs? Learn to better use social media? ...Emerald Valley Rotary partners for homeless youth in Eugene
by Cynthia Kallunki Eugene Emerald Valley Rotary is partnering with 15th Night to support homeless youth in Eugene and Springfield. Rotarians used a District 5110 matching grant to purchase items identified by the 15th Night Student Advisory group. The items,...This week we celebrate World Rotaract Week.
by Alexi Overland Please join D5100/D5110 for a Rotaract Virtual Game Night , Fri. March 12, 2021 ! Hopefully, everyone is familiar with the four active Rotaract clubs in District 5110: University of Oregon Rotaract, Oregon State University Rotaract, Southern Oregon...District 5110 Assistant Governors Appointments
A key leadership position in Rotary is the Assistant Governor. The 15 District 5110 Assistant Governors serve as a valuable resource, advisor and communicator to Rotary clubs, assisting club presidents and members’ efforts in achieving club goals while fostering a...Interact fundraiser for Fire Relief Fund
by Debbie Snow In the summer of 2020, Oregon experienced one of the most devastating wildfires in its history. With over one million acres of land burned, these fires uprooted the lives of hundreds of Oregonians who lost their homes and belongings, and many families...Retaining Long-Term Members – Next District Membership Forum
Are your club’s long-term members reluctant to participate in zoom meetings? Are some of them drifting away from club events and projects? On Tuesday, March 16th at 10am, the District will host the next Membership Forum focused on Retaining Long-Term Members. This is...Rotary Making History: Again
By DG Cindi O’Neil We volunteered during the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic and during the continuing effort to eradicate Polio. Now Rotary steps forward again to help eradicate COVID-19. On a Saturday morning over 20 Rotarians from the Rotary Clubs of Eugene volunteered...ZONE 26/27 VIRTUAL INTERACT CONFERENCE
by Mary Hoskins Rotarians who are involved with Interact, the Rotary-sponsored service clubs for high school students, will be interested in a Virtual Interact Conference on Saturday, March 20, 2021. It’s free, and it will provide an opportunity to learn from...Call for Resolutions
By Claudette McWilliams Any resolution to come before the District at the District Conference must be distributed to all member clubs of the District by the District Resolution Committee at least one month prior to the District Conference. To disseminate any...Redmond Rotary Literacy Project featured in Video on KTVZ
The Rotary Club of Redmond is proud to once again sponsor the “Gift of Literacy” project. The project was featured on KTVZ channel 21 in Bend. Marv Kaplan was interviewed for 20 minutes about the project. To watch the KTVZ interview, click HERE. To watch the...District Awards Nominations due April 30
by Jim Polk, District 5110 Treasurer District 5110 has a long history of outstanding leadership and volunteer commitment at the international, zone, district, and club levels. Each year, Rotarians have an opportunity to recognize individuals and clubs that...A Polio Plus Message
By Nelson Maler, D5110 PolioPlus Committee Chair As a member of D5110 PolioPlus Society I am sharing some exciting updates with you — feel free to share with other members of your club and within your community! –Another week without a single case of wild...The Power of Storytelling | February 25, 2021 at 7 pm
We have all been trapped inside for way too long. Next Thursday night, let’s take an audible journey of the imagination. Nearly every week in our Rotary Club meetings we hear content presentations. But what about exploring how we could tell our Rotary stories? The...J Bar J Youth Build Tiny Homes for Veterans Village
by Peggy Carey In spite of the exponential growth Bend has seen over the last few years, and the challenges of 2020, our community remains connected. We are strong as ever when a ‘barn raising’ such as a Vocational school for youth or housing for Veterans is needed,...Rotarians Support the COVID Vaccine Effort
By DG Cindi O’Neil Rotarians throughout the western US and in District 5110 are supporting the effort immunize our community members against COVID-19. Traffic control at immunization clinics is underway in Illinois Valley thanks to the leadership of Cave Junction...Eugene-Metro meeting features great story
by Heather Edwards Julia Rivera was a teenager when she became an orphan. She had to drop out of school and got to work in order to take care of her younger siblings. She worked hard and became the mother and father they needed. When her own daughter was born she knew...Now Accepting Applications for the 2022 Rotary Peace Fellowship – Apply Now!
by Chuck Root Promoting peace is one of Rotary’s main causes. The fully funded Rotary Peace Fellowship, which covers tuition and living expenses, increases the capacity of existing leaders to prevent and resolve conflict by offering academic training, field...Next District Membership Forum – Virtual Recruiting
by Chris Waugh The next District Membership Forum is about Virtual Recruiting and will be held Tuesday, February 16th at 10am. The topic has become critical during this COVID era. However, the skills we will cover for recruiting virtually will benefit our clubs long...Rotary raises funds for KFalls Mission effort
by Jack Baumann The Klamath Basin Sunrise Rotary Club raised $1,500 to purchase new bunk beds for the Klamath Falls Gospel Mission. The Mission supplies housing and recovery services for Christian focus. Sunrise Rotary raised funds from its members, and paired those...Rotarians enthusiastically respond
by Mary Hoskins Rotarians responded enthusiastically and quickly to the announcement of eRyLA in District 5110 – we have increased the number of campers who can attend. For information and inspiration, click on this website. We’re bringing this...eRYLA is coming to District 5110 – April 28-May 2, 2021
We are delighted to announce that a fully developed, field-tested virtual RYLA program is coming to District 5110! It’s an exciting and engaging leadership retreat for high school sophomores and juniors – it is highly interactive and uses multiple tools to...4-Way Speech Test becomes great HS project this COVID year
This has been a challenging year for high school students with most having been forced to attend school virtually, but Rotary District 5110 is excited to present this year’s 4-Way Test speech contest in order to provide the same wonderful opportunities to the...Join the Voices of Rotary Team
By Daniel Smith We are Field Podcasters, trained to go out and collect the stories of extraordinary people doing extraordinary things. People dedicated to helping people. What happens when your club goes out to feed families in Nigeria, put solar panels on homes in...Doing Biz w/Rotarians: Saluting Rotarian Steve Fisher and Fisher Pest Mgmt.
by Bill Grile After all, wouldn’t you rather do business with a Rotarian? In 1911, Paul Harris launched Rotary to leverage friendships and build ethical business relationships. He knew doing this would strengthen businesses as well as communities. Steve Fisher has...Rotary Now! / Leading Change Features Power of Podcasting Feb. 25
by Bill Grile Join us for a relaxing night of sound and exploration into the Power of “Podcasting” with experts Dr. Siobhan McHugh and Matt Livadary as the February 25 Rotary Now!/Leading Change feature. The 90-minute presentation will start at 7 p.m. We...District Fire Relief Funds put 220 Families Back to Work
By DG Cindi O’Neil District 5110 Rotarians have collectively put 220 families that lost their homes, work tools, and business establishments in the September wildfires back to work. Occupations ranging from carpentry, home remodel, landscaping, forestry, house...Hope Globe Ornaments can brighten your day
Do you know someone who needs a day brightener? Someone who needs some Hope in these troubling times? The Rotary Club of Eugene Southtowne is selling an beautiful handblown glass HOPE ORNAMENT to hang in a window and remind those that you love how much you care. These...Speakers Bureau Thriving for Club’s Zoom Meetings
Looking for GREAT club programs as the weeks ZOOM by? These challenging times provide a unique opportunity to enjoy club programs from speakers near and far using ZOOM and the District 5110 Speakers Bureau. We are building a list of club speakers and great programs...Rotary Podcast Training Series Continues
The power of podcasting is listening on your time: while you’re exercising; while you’re driving; while you’re living. In this course, we respect your time. You have a private podcasting channel so you can take a lot of the training wherever and...5110 RBN Recognizes: Cynthia Johnson and Johnson Group Real Estate LLC
Last week eNews asked your help identifying businesses in our clubs that provide significant support for Rotary programs. The Rotary Business Network has heard from you. Tell us more! Thanks to Myrtle Point Past President Carolyn Hogan, this week the Rotary Business...RI President Holger Knaack invites Rotary Clubs to participate in the #iFixThePlanet Video Contest
Is your club involved in a project that Protects the Environment? Share it with Rotarians around the world by submitting a short video of your work. This contest, sponsored by RI President Holger Knaack, aims to share and celebrate the ways Rotarians are making the...Model United Nations extends deadline for student applications.
The Model United Nations committee, affiliated with Eugene Rotary and Oregon Rotary Model United Nations, has extended its deadline to January 22 for students interested in applying for this program. The following websites contain information for prospective...Eugene Metro To Host Author of Book about WWII POW
by Heather Edwards Fellow Rotarians, you are cordially invited to a very special presentation from a retired West Point professor and Major in the US Army about his grandfather, a WWII POW. Professor Dwight Mears is the author of Medal of Honor: The Evolution of...Is Rotary Getting Involved with COVID Vaccination?
To register, click here for website calendar and Jan. 21 date: by Paul Nicholson Interested in knowing more about the national and global distribution of the COVID vaccines? Are you wondering if there will be a role for Rotary? If so, you’ll want to join us for the...Tell us about businesses that are pillars of your club?
by PDG Bill Grile Last week eNews gave a final salute to 38 businesses recognized last year as a D5110 Business of the Week. These businesses that are doing exactly what Paul Harris valued when he launched our organization to bring together like-minded business...Next District Membership Forum – Dealing with Dues
by Chris Waugh The next District Membership Forum is Tuesday, January 19th at 10am. As requested by the participants last month, we will focus on “Dealing with Dues,” which will cover how we structure dues, how we collect them, and how we support members financially...Central Oregon Loses Rotary Legend Zimmerman
by Marge Biggers Past President of the Rotary Club of Redmond, Dr. Waldon Zimmerman passed away December 2, 2020 at his home with his wife, Carol and their family at his side. Wally was one of those Rotarians that set a high bar to emulate and was very distinguished...Join “Voices of Rotary” Podcast Series
by Dan Smith We are looking for volunteers to conduct interviews and compile audio pictures to help tell more Rotary stories. With more than one million Rotarians world-wide, each of us have memories, experiences and service that have impacted our Rotary lives....January Rotary Grants Meeting Slated for Saturday
By Tim Mobley The first Rotary Grant meeting is scheduled for this Saturday, January 9 at 9am by Zoom. The agenda will open by Endowment and Major Grants Officer Elizabeth Cruft-Anderson as she addresses Endowment and Legacy giving and ways to include Rotary in your...A Final 2020 Salute to these Rotarians … from the D5110 Rotary Business Network
by Bill Grile Take a quick look? Are any of Rotarians listed below in your club? If so, their business was honored by the Rotary Business Network in 2020. Now, more than ever, it’s time to support the businesses that support the good work Rotary is doing in our...Rotary Thanks: First Responders and HealthCare Workers
by Judy Corwin It’s in Medford, Newport, Eugene (Beltline), and Corvallis. . .Rotary District 5110 has launched a Public Image Campaign to thank First Responders and HealthCare Workers for their incredible efforts on behalf of life-saving endeavors during the...PODCAST: The Archie Creek Fire Won’t Stop Christmas in Glide
By DG Cindi O’Neil Pride and gratitude are the feelings that well up these days when I hear about Rotary service projects welling up all over our District for communities in need. The Rotary Clubs of Roseburg, all three, have teamed up to provide Christmas gifts to...Greater Corvallis Graces the Season with Three Strong Projects
Greater Corvallis Rotarians have seen to it that it is a special Holiday season for their local youth, for those without shelter as temps drop, and found a fun way to dip into their own pockets for The Rotary Foundation. Rotary Club of Greater Corvallis held its...Illinois Valley earn $500 Express Branding Grant
by Michele Kellison, Executive Assistant Governor The Rotary Club of Cave Junction/Illinois Valley used a $500 Express Branding Grant to publicize its community clean up work. Individual Rotary Clubs have until Dec. 31 to apply for a similar $500 2020-2021 District...D5110 BIZ OF THE WEEK: Century 21 Best Realty & Emily Groves
by Bill Grile In 1911, Paul Harris wrote that Life in Rotary should be a rational mixture of business, civic activities, and good fellowship. He launched Rotary for like-minded business professionals to amplify their fellowship and through Rotary, to strengthen...Staying Connected With Members Addressed in Next Forum
by Chris Waugh The next District Membership Forum is Tuesday, December 15th at 10am. As requested by the participants last month, we will focus on “Staying Connected with Members.” This is an opportunity for us to learn some new concepts, and share our challenges, and...Eugene Metro on Peruvian Climate Change
by Heather Edwards Question: What do Peruvian bicyclists and Kenyan slaughterhouses have in common? Answer: Rotary International. The Rotary Club of Eugene Metropolitan was honored to present at Peru’s “Rotary Pedal 2020” – an international...D5110 BIZ OF THE WEEK: Cascadia Geoservices, Inc. and Eric Oberbeck
by Bill Grile In 1911, Paul Harris wrote that Life in Rotary should be a rational mixture of business, civic activities, and good fellowship. He launched Rotary for like-minded business professionals to amplify their fellowship and through Rotary, to strengthen...Florence Club Presidential Scholarship Award A Great Holiday/Rotary Story
By Kim D Erickson Rotary story highlighted in Siuslaw News by Jared Anderson/Siuslaw News “I have a disability and I’m not ashamed of it,” Siuslaw High School junior Cameron Kentta wrote. “I may have my bad days and wish that I was never born with this, but at the...Mt. View Interact Club Donates to local Red Cross
by Emma Bowadt (Club President), Jack Buettner (Vice President), and Grace Pell (Secretary/Treasurer) of Mt. View HS Interact Club With this school year being a bit different due to Covid-19, our club was able to donate $250 to American Red Cross. Through Rotary, we...#RotaryStepsTogether Champions
by Beth Sheehan #RotaryStepsTogether raised $21,374.65! The virtual race kicked off Sept. 15, just as the wildfire smoke was beginning to #RotaryStepsTogether raised $21,374.65! The virtual race kicked off September 15, just as the wildfire smoke was beginning to...PODCAST: Once Touched by Need, Service is a Privilege (Redmond Rotary)
By DG Cindi O’Neil Rotarians in the Rotary Club of Eugene Southowne have been shipping used medical equipment to African medical clinics for 12 years. In partnership with CardioStart International, Rotary receives used medical equipment and supplies that are no...Let’s Lead Change in Truly Sustainable Ways for the Health of our Earth
by Nikki Rizzardini, District Environment Chair How exciting that Rotary has added Supporting the Environment as an area of focus! Past RI President Ian Riseley joined 85+ District 5110 Rotarians for the November Rotary Now! Leading Change Zoom call and engaged in...5110 Biz of the Week: Richey Investigations LLC
Wouldn’t you rather do business with a Rotarian? The D5110 Rotary Business Network (RBN) salutes Springfield Rotary Club member William “Bill” Richey and his business, Richey Investigations LLC. Learn more about private investigator Bill and his business. Every D5110...#RotaryStepsTogether Concludes With Healthier Rotarians, $20,000+ Raised
D5110 Rotarians burned calories with their walking, running, jogging, landscaping, even golfing, totaling 13,951 miles during the two-month #RotaryStepsTogether virtual fundraising effort. In the process, the participating members raised needed funds for Fire Relief,...Podcast: Once Touched by Need, Service is a Privilege
by DG Cindi O’Neil Rotarians in the Rotary Club of Eugene Southowne have been shipping used medical equipment to African medical clinics for 12 years. In partnership with CardioStart International, Rotary receives used medical equipment and supplies that are no...Donated RV a Gamechanger for Blue River Family
Antony Abel, resident of Blue River, OR reaches to open the door of his 25-ft RV donated by a Rotarian of the Rotary Club of Bend Mt Bachelor. Antony Abel is one of 200 other uninsured former Blue River residents who lost their homes due to the Holiday Farm Fire....5110 Biz of the Week: Dave Kinder Financial Advisor
by Bill Grile In 1911, Paul Harris wrote that Life in Rotary should be a rational mixture of business, civic activities, and good fellowship. He launched Rotary for like-minded business professionals to amplify their fellowship and through Rotary, to strengthen...Listen to Former RI President Speak on the Environment
by Paul Nicholson Rotary’s new addition to the Areas of Focus, is Supporting the Environment. But what does this mean? How will this affect club your club’s opportunities to obtain a Global Grant? What about the impact of this new focus on our local projects? Isn’t...Rotary Club of Lincoln City Provides Tools to Echo Mtn Fire Victims
by Cindi O’Neil (adapted from The News Guard, press release) Bravo to the Rotary Club of Lincoln City! Due to formidable leadership by Rotary President Cindi Fosveit, the Club turned a D5110 allocation of $12,500 in RI Disaster Relief Funds into $32,555 to help...Eugene Metro Tells Canadian Story
by Heather Edwards, Rotary Club of Eugene Metro When Canadian attorney John Andresen, a member of the Rotary Club of High River in Canada, heard about the forest fires in Oregon he knew he wanted to help. He remembered the flash flood that destroyed his community in...Be Well. Be Kind. Be Grateful.
By Judy and Mike Corwin This week of November 16-22 is Rotary Gratefulness Week! Join the Rotary Districts of Zone 26/27 as we say thank you to our essential workers! Being an essential worker during this pandemic means potentially exposing themselves and their...DGE Gerry Kosanovic Graduates!
We congratulate DGE Gerry Kosanovic as he completes what is known as Governor Elect Training Seminar! DGE Gerry and wife Lynn celebrated this milestone in the journey toward Governorship for District 5110 on Saturday night at the Zone 26/27 Institute closing...Mixology Part III
By heather Edwards “Friends and Fellow Rotarians! It’s not too late to sign up for Eugene Metro’s online Happy Hour! Join us every Friday night until December 18th from 5:30 to 7 pm. We’ll learn new cocktails and celebrate Happy Hour with...Emerald Valley Club a Community Leader Battling Homelessness
by Cynthia Kallunki Emerald Valley Rotary continues its support for local housing and employment of the homeless. Kent Gibbons, Emerald Valley Club President, and Dean Martin Club Foundation President presented Sandy Cutler, Nightingale Hosted Shelter Board President,...5110 Biz of the Week: Ken’s Body and Paint, Inc. and Tony Halda
by Bill Grile The D5110 Rotary Business Network (RBN) builds on these core principles established over a century ago. This week D5110 salutes a Klamath Falls Rotarian by recognizing Past President and Paul Harris Fellow Tony Halda and his business, Ken’s Body and...Leaders: Keep your Club Members Safe
As COVID-19 cases spike this week, I urge all Club Presidents to pause in-person, indoor, meetings for your members. This is the time we must focus on the safety of our membership over tradition. This spike in COVID-19 cases was somewhat expected but is accelerating...PODCAST: J-Bar-J
If you’re looking for inspiration you don’t have to look any further than the J Bar J Youth Services and the Boys Ranch in Bend Oregon. The lessons they are teaching these kids are the lessons we all need to learn, especially in these difficult times. My guess is you...Eugene Metro Offering Happy Hour Rotary Sessions Starting This Week
By Heather Edwards We are excited to invite you to a very special Happy Hour series! ?? For six Friday nights this fall, the Rotary Club of Eugene Metropolitan will be hosting an online cocktail class and social from 5:30 to 7 pm PST – you will learn new recipes...Membership Forum is Tuesday, Nov. 17th Will Focus on Hybrid Meetings
by Chris Waugh The next District Membership Forum is Tuesday, November 17th at 10am. As requested by the participants last month, we will focus on “Hybrid Meetings.” This is an opportunity for us to learn some new concepts, and share our challenges, and solutions....Stranded abroad, Grants Pass woman wins top Rotary prize
By Jeff Duewel of the Daily Courier Part-time Grants Pass resident Frances Dixon has been stuck on top of a remote mountain in Guatemala since the coronavirus pandemic hit. She’s been educating impoverished Mayan children there for almost 30 years, with her...5110 Biz of the Week: Bright Wood Corporation and Joe Krauss
by PDG Bill Grile In 1911, Paul Harris wrote that Life in Rotary should be a rational mixture of business, civic activities and good fellowship. The D5110 Rotary Business Network (RBN) builds on these core Paul Harris principles established over a century ago. After...Greater Corvallis Rotary to Host Children’s Holiday Faire Dec. 5 after 1100 enjoyed their Halloween
by Mike Corwin Enjoy Video of Trunk or Treat! The Rotary Club of Greater Corvallis has developed alternative details to be able to host its eighth annual Children’s Holiday Faire in a COVID-safe environment after record numbers attend a similar Halloween event. The...5110 Biz of the Week: Tom Nichols, RE Broker in Redmond
by PDG Bill Grile In 1911, Paul Harris wrote that Life in Rotary should be a rational mixture of business, civic activities, and good fellowship. He launched Rotary for like-minded business professionals to amplify their fellowship and through Rotary, to strengthen...Jefferson County Rotarian/Realtor Donates to Polio Plus for Every Real Estate Transaction
Sunday, November 1, 2020 By Michael D. Corwin Jefferson County Rotary Club’s two-time President and current Rotary Foundation Chair Meg Cummings is dedicated to her real estate profession and through it, the Rotary signature effort to eradicate Polio. For every...Leading Change Speaker Series Features former RI President on the Environment Nov. 19
by Paul Nicholson To Register: click here. Former Rotary International President Ian Riseley will address Rotary’s newest Arae of Focus—the environment—as your District 5110 leadership team brings you the fourth in our speaker series exploring some...Rotary featured during World Series
If you are a Rotarian who likes baseball and you watched the 2020 World Series, you probably say the Rotary District 5110 PSA on on Eugene TV (KLSR Fox). Nice public relations for Rotary! Click on the photo below. Enjoy.Rotarian Donates RV for Fire Victims – How about you?
October 26, 2020 by DG Cindi O’Neil How big is the heart of a Rotarian? BIG. A member of the Rotary Club of Bend Mt Bachelor has donated a two-bedroom, one bath, RV travel trailer for fire victims. Outfitted with everything you would need for temporary...#RotaryStepsTogether burning calories, raising funds
WOW!! Rotarians in District 5110, you are burning the calories with your walking, running, jogging, landscaping, even golfing, totaling 7,497 miles! In the process you are also raising needed funds for Fire Relief, Polio and other important programs that our Rotary...D5110 Biz of the Week: Lofy Construction LLC and Rotarian Dan Lofy
Saturday, October 24, 2020 By Bill Grile In 1911, Paul Harris wrote that Life in Rotary should be a rational mixture of business, civic activities, and good fellowship. He launched Rotary for like-minded business professionals to amplify their fellowship and through...Corvallis Rotary and Rotaractors Make It Happen for Food Bank
By DGE Gerry Kosanovic Rotoractors stepped up to the plate this weekend by collecting 149 pounds of food, donating to the South Corvallis Food Bank. The October “Thanksgiving Food Drive” sponsored by the Rotary Club of Greater Corvallis also targeted St....ROTARY NOW!/Leading Change: Polio Presentation Recorded
By DG Cindi O’Neil “PolioPlus in a COVID World” A Recording of our October 15 forum with RI General Secretary John Hewko and CDC Polio Scientist Dr. John Vertefeuille. Dear Rotarians: For those of you who missed the 1 ½-hour forum on Polio last Thursday evening...Greater Corvallis Rotary to Host Drive-through COVID-safe Halloween for Local Youth at Benton County
By Mike Corwin The Rotary Club of Greater Corvallis will host a safe drive-through Halloween opportunity for the youth of local families from 3-7 p.m. on Friday, October 30 at the Solar Building in the southwest corner of the Benton County Fairgrounds. The admission...D5110 BIZ OF THE WEEK: Musgrove Family Mortuaries and Cemeteries
By Bill Grile In 1911, Paul Harris wrote that Life in Rotary should be a rational mixture of business, civic activities, and good fellowship. He launched Rotary for like-minded business professionals to amplify their fellowship and through Rotary, to strengthen...October Membership Forum: Fun Social Ideas to Engage Members
By Chris Waugh Our next District Membership Forum is Tuesday, October 20th at 10am via zoom. We will focus on Engagement through fun social events. This is an opportunity for clubs to share their challenges and solutions. This month’s facilitator is Julie Aubry. She...#Rotary Steps Together Update
Thank you Rotarians for your continued support and for being a valued participant on the #RotaryStepsTogether campaign. The campaign is still going through Nov. 15. Below is a quick summary of what you and other #RotaryStepsTogether participants did over the last 7...5110 Biz of the Week: Tiaras N Jewels and Jane Scheidecker
by Bill Grile Healthy businesses support engaged Rotarians, and engaged Rotarians produce vibrant Rotary clubs. This week’s Rotary Business Network Business of theWeek salutes Tiaras N Jewels and its owner, Eugene Rotary Club member Jane Scheidecker. Jane, a Rotarian...Podcast: The Eugene Mission–Rotary Partners to Restore Lives
by DG Cindi O’Neil The Eugene Mission is so much more that a homeless shelter. It is a place where people can feel safe, regain their health and mental wellbeing, and perhaps begin a new life of self-sufficiency and independence from extreme poverty. The Eugene...Podcast: Rotary Responds to the Phoenix/Talent Fire
By DG Cindi O’Neil, Photo courtesy of Fox26Medford On Tuesday, Sept. 8 fire broke out just north of Ashland, OR. Firefighters were quickly overwhelmed by the speed and intensity of the wind-fueled wildfire tearing north from Ashland along Interstate 5. The towns of...2021 Group Cultural Exchange with South Africa District. 9400: Applications due Oct. 15
From Rae LaMarche (*Covid-19 caveat: Although we will continue to plan for this adventure, should travel not be possible due to the Covid 19 pandemic, the trip will be postponed one year. We request your patience and understanding.) District 5110 is proud to announce...Linn, Benton, Lincoln Co. Rotaries Provide $18k to Support Meals on Wheels
Story Courtesy of Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments The Rotary Club of Corvallis partnered with the Greater Corvallis, Philomath, Albany, Greater Albany, and Newport Rotary clubs to obtain a Rotary District Matching Grant, providing $18,525 in grant funds to...Albany Rotary Banners Honor Vets, First Responders
Story Courtesy of Alex Paul, Albany Democrat Herald In 2018, Sweet Home volunteers installed 40 large banners to honor local veterans through the community’s Hero Banner Project. Former Mayor Jim Gourley and his wife, Lisa, a current member of the council, got...PolioPlus in a COVID World – 2 Top Presenters Oct. 15
by Paul Nicholson October is PolioPlus month, and the Oct. 15, 7 p.m., Rotary Now!/leading Change is set to bring you two outstanding presenters — John Hewko, the General Secretary and CEO of Rotary International, and Dr. John Vertefeuille, the Polio Eradication...District 5110 BIZ of Week: Thompson Sanitary Service and Rob Thompson
Healthy businesses support engaged Rotarians, and engaged Rotarians produce vibrant Rotary clubs. D5110 weekly announces a “Business of the Week” featured in the D5110 Rotary Business Network (RBN) Directory. This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION salutes...DISTRICT 5110 BIZ OF THE WEEK: 2Form Architecture – Richard Shugar
By Bill Grile Healthy businesses support engaged Rotarians, and engaged Rotarians produce vibrant Rotary clubs. D5110 weekly announces a “Business of the Week” featured in the D5110 Rotary Business Network Directory. This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION...#RotaryStepsTogether going strong!
by Beth Sheehan 139 Racers so far! $9,000 raised with 48 days to go! #RotaryStepsTogether is up and running, biking, walking, golfing, swimming….and it’s a great time to register and get moving for the great month of Walk-tOber! With seven weeks left in this fun,...District Celebration a Winner, DG Nominees Stump!
How do you have an Awards Celebration in COVID times when Rotarians can’t gather? How do you recognize Rotarians for their extraordinary service? How do you hear candidates for the District Governor deliver their traditional stump speeches without an event? ...Coos Bay – North Bend Rotary is Best of the South Coast
From Tim Novotny, The Coos Bay – North Bend Rotary Club has been voted favorite service club for the World Newspaper’s Best of the South Coast for 2020. The recognition, which is voted by the people in the community, will be part of an upcoming special...Rotary D5110 Night of Celebration
by Rick Olson Please Zoom In and join your Rotary Family for a night of celebration, awards and fellowship as we look back at our success during the last year. We will share projects, recognize Rotarians, Clubs and capture the passions you shared during the year. We...Rotary Heroes at Eugene Delta
by Beth Sheehan With smoky skies and AQI exceeding 500 this week in Eugene, Delta Rotarians Gael Coyle and Kim Meyers prepared and delivered food to the Hosea Youth Center which is a resource day room for homeless youth living on the streets and riverbanks around Lane...DISTRICT 5110 BIZ OF THE WEEK: KGAL/KHSO Radio – Charlie Eads
by Bill Grile Healthy businesses support engaged Rotarians, and engaged Rotarians produce vibrant Rotary clubs. D5110 weekly announces a “Business of the Week” featured in the D5110 Rotary Business Network (RBN) Directory. This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION...5110’s First Satellite Club Fully Engaged at Eugene’s Springs Retirement Community
by Chris Waugh District 5110’s first Satellite Club formed at the Springs Retirement Community in Eugene after several Southtowne members moved there. Since they chartered in January 2020, they’ve grown from 10 to 15 members. The secret to their growth has been to...5110 Fire Relief Fund gains media support
by Judy Corwin From Curry County to Bend, Oregon to Houston, Texas, Rotary 5110’s Fire Relief Fund earned media attention. Matt Hall published front page stories — Rotary establishes fire relief fund for victims — in four newspapers in Coos and...5110 creates wildfire relief fund
by District Governor Cindi O’Neil To contribute: rotaryd5110disasterassistance@gmail.com In response to the catastrophic loss of homes, businesses, and livelihoods for many Oregonians, Rotary has established a District- wide Fire Relief Fund to help victims of...Southern Oregon Clubs Uniting Quickly To Rebuild Their Own
by LeAnn Mobley The Rotary clubs of southern Oregon are collaborating with other organizations and local governments to rebuild what was lost in the Almeda/Glendower, Obenchain and surrounding fires. Their efforts will be focused on immediate disaster relief as well...Get registered for Steps! Now You Can Raise Funds for Fire Victims, too!
by DG Cindi O’Neil The great ROTARY STEPS TOGETHER virtual fundraiser begins Sept. 15! Register now: https://www.charityfootprints.com/rotarystepstogether/ It’s time for members to sign up to raise funds for your Club, the District 5110 Fire Relief Fund, the...5110 Biz of the Week: James F. Wright
by PDG Bill Grile This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION visits the Rotary Club of Lebanon and honors Rotarian James F. Wright and his company, Alika Media Group. James is President of Lebanon Rotary this year. Check out Alika Media...District 5110 Receives $25,000 in Fire Disaster Relief from Rotary International
By DG Cindi O’Neil Many individuals who lost homes in the Phoenix/Talent Oregon Almeda DR Fire also lost the tools they use for their small businesses. Thanks to fast work by our District Rotary Foundation Committee Chair, Tim Mobley, we have received, in just hours,...Zoom Social Hour for DG Candidates and Interested Members
Register now for the Zoom Social Hour for DG Candidates and Interested Members this Monday Sept. 14, at 7 p.m. We wish to invite you to a PDG Social Hour Zoom Meeting with past district governors and potential candidates. Our goal is to give any Rotarian an...Holding Engaging Meetings – Topic of Membership Forum
By Chris Waugh As requested by the participants last month, we will focus on “Holding Engaging Meetings” at the next District Membership Forum on Tuesday, September 15 at 10am. This is an opportunity for clubs to share their challenges and solutions. This month’s...5110 Biz of the Week: River Cities Realty – Ann and Bruce Parker
The Rotary Business Network is really catching on with some of our D5110 clubs? Why not yours? This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION visits the South Coast to honor Ann and Bruce Parker and their business, River Cities Realty, Inc. The Parkers are a D5110...Ashland Community Garden Provides 6000 Pounds of Produce
by Cindi O’Neil Rotarians from the Rotary Club of Ashland volunteer at their community garden each year from early March through October, providing much needed fresh produce to the Ashland Emergency Food Bank. The Rotary garden donations provide nutritious...Get Registered for Rotary Steps Together!
by Cindi O’Neil On Sept.15, the great #ROTARYSTEPSTOGETHER virtual fundraiser begins! It’s time for members to sign up to raise funds for your Club, the Annual Fund, PolioPlus, and Wildfire Relief Fund! You can walk, run, bike, hike, golf, or whatever activity...Peace Literacy expert and West Point graduate to share tools for education and activism
Paul Chappell, director of the Peace Literacy Institute headquartered in Los Angeles, CA, believes peace education and activism needs to be taught in the same way that we teach soldiers to wage war and students to learn reading and mathematics. The Iraq War Veteran...Hear about THE year in the life of a District Governor–Zoom Social 9/14
District Governor Cindi (pictured left with husband Mike) and PDG Claudette McWilliams (pictured right) recently sent all in the District an email containing the Zoom link for the Sept. 14 Zoom PDG Social Hour at 7 p.m. Don’t delete it! You will need it to join us...Blind, World-Class Paralympian to Motivate Eugene Metro–Here’s Your Invite
by Heather Edwards Some people’s ambition and vision are bigger than their own bodies. You are invited to join the Eugene Metro club next Tuesday, September 8 to experience the ambition and unstoppable vision of three-time world champion Lex Gillette – the...5110 BUSINESS OF THE WEEK: Ashland Food Coop and Emile Amarotico
This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION stays in Southern Oregon and honors Ashland Food Coop and its general manager, Emile Amarotico. Emile was sponsored by PDG Tim Bewley and serves as this year’s President of the Ashland Rotary Club. From its humble...#RotaryStepsTogether offers sponsor opportunity
On Sept. 15, Rotary District 5110 launches #RotaryStepsTogether, a virtual fund-raiser for 3,500 Rotarians and 68 clubs from throughout southwest and central Oregon, and Northern California. Websites, flyers, emails, social media, and individual club activities are...Get Ready to Step, Together that is
Are you wondering how your Rotary Club can raise funds for your Club service projects and the Rotary Foundation during these social-distancing times? We have an answer to that — let’s go virtual. This is a great opportunity to work together while staying six...Rotary Now!/Leading Change Follow up
Aimee Walsh, District Governor Nominee, led a conversation about Committing to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the first ROTARY NOW!/Leading Change session. As a follow-up, she offers a list of books, a film and Rotary International links that can be shared....DISTRICT 5110 BUSINESS OF THE WEEK: Kasdorf And Associates LLC (Marla Kasdorf)
This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION visits Southern Oregon and honors Marla Kasdorf and Kasdorf And Associates LLC, an independent agency specializing in Medicare coverage: Advantage/Part C plans, Prescription plans and Medigap. Marla Kasdorf is President of...District Gov 2023-24 Nominations in Process
As the Chair of the District 5110 2020-21 Nominating Committee, on behalf of District Governor Cindi O’Neill, I am calling for Nominations for the 2023-24 District 5110 Governor. The call for nominations will close on September 23, 2020 in accordance with the District...DISTRICT 5110 BUSINESS OF THE WEEK: Lee Eckroth and Majordomo
Have you noticed that our Rotary Business Network is really catching on with some of our D5110 clubs? This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION returns to an engaged and dedicated Rotarian with the Rotary Club of Greater Corvallis: Lee Eckroth and Majordomo – The...70+ Rotarians Registered for Rotary Now!/Leading Change
Mark your calendars for this Thursday, Aug. 20 for the opening session of the Rotary Now!/Leading Change series. The evening, by Zoom, begins at 7 p.m. and features District Governor Nominee Aimee Walsh, who serves as the CEO of Direction Service, where she is...Express Grant Forms on website
Rotary Clubs interested in applying for 2020-21 District Express Grants can do so in three categories: literacy, growing the Rotary brand, and new member engagement. Forms are available on the website at the links below. Literacy Express Grant Request Grow the Rotary...World Bicycle Relief program
by Heather Edwards Eugene Metro welcomed World Bicycle Relief to their club this week. These innovative philanthropists specially design bikes and assemble them locally – specifically in rural developing parts of the world. They are forward thinkers –...Committing to Diversity, Inclusion and Equity: Aimee Walsh advocates
District Governor Nominee Aimee Walsh (pictured left) has been working and advocating for children, youth and families who experience disability, mental health challenges, and special needs throughout her career. A University of Oregon graduate with a master’s...The Environment: Is this part of your club’s future?
by Nikki Rizzardini, Rotary Club of Springfield Twin Rivers In February 2018, then RI President Ian Riseley hosted an Environmental Sustainability and Peace Conference in beautiful Vancouver BC. I was delighted to encounter Cindi O’Neil at that conference and connect...#Rotary Steps Together starts Sept. 1
Wondering how your Rotary club can raise funds for the Rotary Foundation and your club service projects during these social-distancing times? We have a great opportunity to work together…..while apart! Get ready for #RotaryStepsTogether! Beginning Sept. 1 and...Speakers Bureau now has 20 club meeting program options
by Beth Sheehan Looking for GREAT club programs as the weeks ZOOM by? These challenging times provide a unique opportunity to enjoy club programs from speakers near and far using ZOOM and the District 5110 Speakers Bureau. We are building a list of club speakers and...DISTRICT 5110 BIZ OF THE WEEK: Michael McGowen and GK Soundbooth
This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION goes to Michael McGowen and GK Soundbooth, Inc. in Lakeview. Mike McGowen is a dedicated and engaged Rotarian, serving this year as President of Lakeview Rotary Club. GK Soundbooth, Inc. is an innovative company that...Engage with ROTARY NOW!/Leading Change
Paul Nicholson of Ashland Rotary is at it again! The district’s training coordinator, who led the virtual Club Training Assembly, has been tasked with launching a brand new program titled Rotary Now!/Leading Change. The program is an outgrowth of the Rotary...Rotary Friendship Exchange, through two Eugene Rotary clubs, helps Lima, Peru doctors
by Camille Ronzio Rotarian Kieran Walsh of Eugene Delta Rotary and Camille Ronzio of Eugene Southtowne Rotary were part of a Rotary Friendship Exchange to Peru. Rotary District 4455 is in Peru including the towns of Cusco, Arequipa and Lima. While there we met...Service-Above-Self Rotarian volunteers to aid indigenous girls with education in Guatemala
Story by Frances Dixon, e-Club State of Jefferson Ted Rose, member of the eRotary Club of the State of Jefferson, is a past recipient of the prestigious “Service Above Self” award, granted to him for his work in aiding marginalized children in west-central...Is a fellow Rotarian you know the next District Governor Nominee?
Are you a leader with a passion for Rotary? Could you be the next District Governor? If so, watch this space and stay tuned! District 5110 has a long history of outstanding leadership at the district level. You may be the one to continue that tradition by becoming the...DISTRICT 5110 BUSINESS OF THE WEEK: Thomas DeVere Wolsey, International Educator.
D5110 announces a “Business of the Week” featured in the D5110 Rotary Business Network directory. This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION goes to international educator, Thomas DeVere Wolsey. Membership in D5110’s eClub of the State of Jefferson is a perfect...DISTRICT 5110 BUSINESS OF THE WEEK: Our Rotary Founder, Attorney Paul P. Harris!
This week we go forward to the good old days with a look back at Rotary’s visionary entrepreneur and founder, Attorney Paul P. Harris. It’s so fitting to honor Paul Harris as our Business of the Week at the same time DG Cindi has launched the D5110 Rotary Business...Rotary friendship ties are strong
Story by Camille Ronzio All partners for Rotary Friendship Exchanges for 2020 have been contacted and new tentative dates for 2021 are included in the attached calendar. All dates depend on the path of the virus but for planning purposes, these are our commitments. If...Eugene Southtowners Featured On KVAL-TV as People of Action
Eugene Southtowne Rotarians haven’t let the pandemic stop them from continuing their Club’s strong commitment to service. Just the opposite. Last week KVAL-TV highlighted the incredible work the Club has been doing feeding the underserved in the community. Since the...Southtowne Rotary responds: food boxes
Story by Deanna Rivera Food insecurity has never been a bigger problem in our community, and there has simply never been a more important time to help our neighbors in need. Southtowne Rotary has responded by partnering with donors and community organizations like the...Rotarian Polio Survivor Featured on Portland TV
Our very own Greater Bend Rotary member, Cort Vaughn, polio survivor and former PolioPlus Zone 26/27 Coordinator was interviewed on KATU News. Worth putting this in the eNews I think! Cort is also well known for his fabulous fundraiser called “Pints for Polio” in...SPOILER ALERT!! Watch for DG Cindi’s Big Announcement in Next Week’s eNews!!
By PDG Bill Grile District 5110’s online Business Directory called “B2B,” which stands for “Business to Business,” is a program that has grown and continues to evolve. Next week, DG Cindi will be announcing exciting program enhancements designed to give practical...Rotary clubs to lead provocative issues conversation
A year full of provocative topics will be discussed by Rotary Clubs in District 5110, promises Paul Nicholson, District Trainer from the Rotary Club of Ashland. The topics will be part of a new virtual series titled Rotary Now!/leading Change. Each month,...Group Cultural Exchange with Rae LaMarche
District 5110 is proud to announce a Group Cultural Exchange (formerly Group Study Exchange) with District 9400 in Africa. A team of 3-4 team members plus a team leader will travel to District 9400 in April 2021, just in time to celebrate their district’s 100th...Rotary Now!/Leading Change
Rotary District 5110 will launch a monthly conversation in August titled Rotary Now!/Leading Change. The monthly program offers conversation, not training, of important topics and issues where Rotary club members are leading the way to solutions. Paul Nicholson of...DISTRICT 5110 BUSINESS OF THE WEEK: Dr. Karl Jernstedt and Morgan Veterinary Hospital
D5110 weekly announces a “Business of the Week” featured in the D5110 Rotary Business Network (formerly Business-To-Business (B2B) directory). This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION goes to Dr. Karl Jernstedt and Morgan Veterinary Hospital, a full-service,...Zoom Fatigue? Innovative ideas from the field
District Governor Cindi O’Neil has heard some cool ideas recently from clubs trying new ways to make meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic fun, memorable, and all the while serving their communities too! Rotarian Ron Chandler of the Rotary Club of Lincoln City...DOING GOOD ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE WORLD
Two Global Grants approved July 11 at the Quarterly Global Grants Workshop address Maternal and Child Health and are focused on increasing the capacity of the existing infrastruture. “None of this is possible without the wonderful donations of Rotarians to The...5110 B2B OF THE WEEK: Meme Tenold and A Visitor’s Haven, LLC
This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION goes to Meme Tenold and her affordable rental home in Springfield. A Visitor’s Haven is a spacious and thoroughly clean home purposefully designed to calm and comfort out-of-town patients and their families before, during,...Calendar improved on District Website
The Public Image/Communications Committee begins a comprehensive upgrade to the District website this week through the end of summer. The first improvement is the homepage navigation and the calendar. The calendar is now interfaced with the DACdb calendar and can be...Rotary Now! / Leading Change
Tired of training? Prefer a conversation instead? Then this program is for you. Rotary District 5110 will launch a monthly conversation August 20 titled Rotary Now!/Leading Change. The 7 p.m. program will be virtual on Zoom and anyone can join in to listen or...Grants meeting supports global, district efforts
A total of 100 Rotary club members registered for the quarterly district grants workshop held virtually on Saturday, July 11. District Governor Cindi O’Neil shared her message of giving to the Foundation and how it supports so many service projects worldwide....Lebanon shares grant project
Lebanon Rotary Club was awarded a $500 Express Grant in 2019-20 to create a Pollinator Habitat Garden at Porter Community Park. Three club members — Peggy Sweet, Diane Meiner, and Elaine Timm — initiated the project, writing a grant proposal, then met with...B2B: Bruce Garrett and Archive-CD
This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION goes to Bruce Garrett and Archive-CD, which offers affordable services for protecting your company and family records from disaster. Archive-CD will transform your most important records, your paper files, 35mm slides,...New D5110 online program announced
This week District Governor Cindi O’Neil announced a new online learning program called, ROTARY NOW! / Leading Change. The program will bring Rotarians the opportunity to study contemporary topics and share views about these in a facilitated, online interactive format...District Governor Cindi O’Neil, Rotary Club of Bend
Cindi joined Rotary in 2002 after being invited to serve as a volunteer on several local and international projects. The service opportunities provided by Rotary broadened her perceptions of her community and the culturally diverse world we inhabit. Service provided...Canopy Mortgage and Kent Neumann, Business of the Week
Each week, D5110 will announce a “Business of the Week” featured in the D5110 Business-To-Business (B2B) directory. This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION goes to Kent Neumann and Canopy Mortage. Kent is a a Board Member of the Rotary Club of Bend and a top...New RI focus: Environment
The Rotary Foundation Trustees and Rotary International Board of Directors have added a new area of focus: supporting the environment. More than $18 million in Foundation global grant funding has been allocated to environment-related projects over the past five years....W.H.O. declares Nigeria wild polio free
According to a June 19, 2020, news story in The Guardian, The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared Nigeria free of wild polio, following the completion of documentation for the free status. Rotary International shared news last September about the...Big Week for Rotary: Thank you Rick and Barbara
The week is a big one for Rotary at the International and District levels. While we are underway with the Virtual International Convention that began last Saturday and ends this Friday, June 26, the 5110 District Annual Business meeting is tomorrow (Wednesday), June...Medford scholarship students share future goals
The Medford Rogue Rotary Foundation has awarded 11 scholarships to high school graduates representing seven different high schools in the greater Medford area. The scholarships are renewable. For the 2020-21 scholastic year the foundation will have a total of 40...Two fellows carry on District peace fellowship program
Since 2010-11, District 5110 has sponsored 18 successful candidates for fellowships, four for master’s degrees including from Rotary Peace Centers in Tokyo, Queensland, and Uppsala, and 14 for the certificate program. The District’s current Peace Fellow studying...Rotaractor’s Power Business
You have to meet this team. These are the next generation Rotarians building your future, starting with the Rotary District 5110 Business Directory (www.5110b2b.org). The business directory is here to not only help you find Rotarians to work with, but also build a...Help us meet the Gates Match Challenge
Donate your lunch money ($10 or more*) at endpolio.org/donate by June 30. Get the latest update on polio eradication from Johrita Solari, Rotary International Director, Brenda Cressey, Trustee of The Rotary Foundation, Michael McGovern, RI Polio Chair, along...Business of the Week: Processing for Good, Alan Underkofler
Each week, D5110 will announce a “Business of the Week” featured in the D5110 Business-To-Business (B2B) directory. This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION goes to Alan Underkofler and his inovative company Processing for Good, a socially...Even the RI Convention Goes Virtual June 20-26
Join Rotary during the 2020 Virtual Convention, 20-26 June, for activities beyond the general sessions that will get you moving, help you get involved, and connect you with members from around the world. You can: Stay active with the Rotary Walking Challenge. Track...In what kind of world do you want to live?
Corona -19 has made more changes in our lives overt he last three months than many of us thought possible. As we slowly transition back to an more open economy, are we now going back to the same world or do we have a chance for positive, meaningful change? Join...TRF Giving to date in this challenging Year
An open letter from TRF Chair Tim Mobley: This Rotary year ends in just a few days, less than 15 days to be exact. Please consider donating to The Rotary Foundation and/or PolioPlus prior to July 1st. Currently Rotary has saved 2,526 lives through total giving,...LAST CALL: Nominations due 6.30.2020
District 5110 has a long history of outstanding leadership and volunteer commitment at the international, district, and club levels. Each year, we have an opportunity to recognize individuals and clubs that distinguish themselves through their exemplary acts of...BUSINESS OF THE WEEK: Sherpa Wealth Strategies
Each week, D5110 will announce a “Business of the Week” featured in the D5110 Business-To-Business (B2B) directory. This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION goes to Brian Stallcop and Sherpa Wealth Strategies, LLC, which offers comprehensive financial planning and...Club Training Assembly Sees a Record Attendance
Following the cancellation of the planned May 1 District 5110 Club Training Assembly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, as District Training Coordinator, I teamed with PDG John Bushnell and DGE Cindi O’Neil, and created a training assembly on a virtual platform. ...Business of Week: Reece & Associates, Inc.
This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION goes to Reece & Associates, Inc., along with a shout out to our very own Past District Governor Dave Reece. It was Dave’s prompting, four years ago, to come up with some way to recognize and promote those doing...Medford’s Hope Village
On May 27, a new building arrived at Hope Village, in Medford, Oregon. The building was actually two tiny houses joined in one structure. The $20,000 needed to purchase it was raised by donations from members of the Medford Rogue Rotary Club. Hope Village is operated...Jacksonville-Applegate completes water projects
The Jacksonville-Applegate Rotary Club has supported multiple clean water projects in Tanzania over the years. Their most recent project was to provide clean water, toilets, and hand-washing facilities for the kindergarten in Oltepesi Village near Longido. This...DISTRICT 5110 BUSINESS OF THE WEEK: Marshfield Mercantile & Tarnished Threads
Each week, D5110 will announce a “Business of the Week” featured in the D5110 Business-To-Business (B2B) directory. This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION goes to Marshfield Mercantile & Tarnished Threads, owned by second-generation Rotarian Steven...Rotary District 5110 in the News
Several news organizations — most recently the Bend Bulletin and Free for All News of Lane County — have published articles about Rotary District 5110 and our clubs efforts to support the many activities to help during COVID-19. From making masks to hand...Guidelines for resuming club meetings
Rotary District 5110 is part of the Big West Zone of Rotary, known as Rotary Zone 26-27. The Zone has published GUIDELINES for clubs to consider before resuming meetings during COVID-19. Thank you for your attention to these details. DG Rick Olson...Listen to ALL the 4-Way Test Speeches
One of our District’s most anticipated and rewarding events is the annual 4-Way Test Speech Contest. This year a record twenty-nine (29) Rotary Clubs registered intent to hold a 4-Way Test Speech Contest with the active participation of local high school...DG Cindi Announces Partial List of 20-21 Committee Leaders
First of all, thanks to all who have agreed to serve District 5110 as a District Committee Chair, Officer, or Representative for your support and leadership for our 66 Clubs and 3,300+ Rotarians. There are currently a few other open District positions listed at RI...B2B is Promotional Products Northwest
This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION goes to Gwen DeBernardi and her buisness, Promotional Products Northwest. Gwen will help you put your event or business logo on just about anything: shirts, hats, cups, pens, notepads, banners, name badges… anything. Gwen...Get Your Annual Club Training At Your Computer With Choice of Beverage in Hand
By Cynthia O’Neil Attend the Club Training Assembly in the comfort of your home in your favorite chair with choice of beverage in hand. Your 5110 leadership has set up a series of sessions to learn how you can maximize your Rotary effectiveness in nearly every...A heart-wrenching plea: Water dries up in District 5110 grant village
Frances Dixon “We are desperate,” cried village leader Alonso Velasquez to Rotarian Frances Dixon during a recent phone call. “We have no water, none. Can you help us?” The State of Jefferson’s eRotary Club District Grant signature project, Let’s Leave No Girl Behind*...5110 Answers the COVID Call: dedicates $312K
by Mike Corwin The 3,300 Rotary members in the 66 central and southern Oregon as well as northernmost California clubs have raised more than $312,000 and invested thousands of volunteer hours to meet the hunger, safety and economic impacts of the Coronavirus pandemic....Rotary Club of Eugene Helps Fight Coronavirus Pandemic Impacts
by Jennifer Geller, Rotary Club of Eugene The Rotary Club of Eugene joins other clubs in stepping up to serve people hardest hit by COVID-19. Club efforts include creatively retooling an existing program during the shutdown and giving generously to a range of other...Need hand sanitizer?
Peggy Carlaw,, Jacksonville-Applegate Rotary No hand sanitizer available anywhere? That’s no problem for the Jacksonville-Applegate Rotary Club As part of the express grant for new member engagement, club members stepped up and created sanitizer in a home “lab.” Using...Virtual District Celebrates DG Rick’s YTD
It was around this time that we’d have just returned from a great weekend in Springfield, celebrating District Governor Rick’s year with a great weekend of meetings, trainings, solid speakers and Rotary networking energy. Undeterred, more than 130 District...Hidden Valley HS Interact Overcomes Social Distancing
By Gabrielle DiMatteo Social Distancing is tough when all you want to do is go change the world and support your community! But nothing can stop the Hidden Valley High School (HVHS) Interact club. The club continues to meet every first and third Thursday via zoom....DISTRICT 5110 B2B OF THE WEEK: Uplink Spyder, Inc.
This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION goes to Eugene-based UPLINK SPYDER, Inc., whose principal is Eugene Southtowne Rotarian Deanna Rivera. Deanna is one of B2B’s early adopters. She recognizes the benefit of promoting her web marketing and public image...A global event: COVID-19 #Rotary Responds
By various District 5110 contributors on Friday, April 24, 2020 We should open by thanking all Rotarians for their service through these challenging, unchartered times of COVID-19. Making masks, delivering supplies, feeding health care workers, first responders and...DG Rick Olson honored with industry work nomination
Oregon’s chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA) nominated long-time chapter member Rick Olson as the chapter’s nominee for the National Top 10 Public Works Leader Award. Although Olson was not one of the 10 people selected in this...From rum to sanitizer, a Rotary Club lends a hand
Rotary is where neighbors, friends, and problem-solvers share ideas, join leaders, and take action to create lasting change. The Coos Bay-North Bend Rotary Club is putting their money where their mouth is during this time of COVID-19. When word quickly reached some...Disaster Relief Grant info
Coincidentally a Rotarian in California has stepped up with the blessing of RI and created a website to train Rotarians how to be medical assistants to do exactly what you are suggesting. Click on this website. After the online training you are a Certified Nursing...DISTRICT 5110 BUSINESS OF THE WEEK: Star Automotive in Grants Pass
Each week, D5110 will announce a “Business of the Week” featured in the D5110 Business-To-Business (B2B) directory. This week’s BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION goes to STAR AUTOMOTIVE in Grants Pass, whose principal is Rogue Gateway Rotarian Jim Lefeber. Star...Springfield Club Promotes Exchange Student Recipes
Springfield Rotary Exchange Student Liïsa Sarkïo has prepared a booklet of recipes from her native Finland. In a normal year, these would have been shared with the club at a year-end fundraising dinner for her year-end trip. The trip was cancelled; the dinner was...Corvallis Club Responds to Homeless Student Needs
When the COVID-19 pandemic closed schools in Corvallis, the Corvallis Public Schools Foundation ramped up its homeless student outreach program to help ensure emergency food security and housing stability for those most vulnerable students and their families. The...Redmond Rotary Continues to Serve Its Community
The Rotary Club of Redmond has been all about serving local first responders under Club President Marv Kaplan is recent weeks. They provided 120 meals to St Charles Hospital and delivered 200 N95 masks to the Redmond Police Department and Redmond Fire and Rescue....Points and Pride for DGN Kosanovic
February 6, 2020, was a special moment when I witnessed my brother Joe’s induction to the Rotary Club of Redmond. Speaking to the three inductees that day, Club President Marvin Kaplan referred with pride to the Paul Harris Fellow (PHF) banner which contained the...5110 B2B of the week: Mary Reynolds Insurance LLC
Each week, D5110 will announce a “Business of the Week” featured in the D5110 Business-To-Business (B2B) directory. This week’s Business of the Week Recognition goes to Mary Reynolds Insurance LLC, whose principal is Illinois Valley (Cave Junction) Rotarian Mary...Could Your Stimulus Check Best Land With TRF?
Fellow Rotarians, since fewer people read newspapers, my guess is that not many saw Amy Dickinson’s ASK AMY advice column the other day. A writer said “Right now, I don’t need a stimulus check. Since I’ll get one anyway, what can I do with it...Newport Rotary Doles Out Funds to aid local COVID effort
As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads uncertainty and hardship around the world, Rotary members are engaged in their communities, gathering for projects and offering help to those in need. In response to this crisis, the Rotary Club of Newport has pledged the following to...New email address for District “Tell Us Your Story” form
You’ve sent us great stories during this Rotary year and to assure their receipt you’ve sent them to several sites, including our personal e-mails. We’ve been looking to consolidate and make one home for your emails to make sure we don’t miss...Rotary Foundation needs your support
“At our current level of giving, Rotary’s grant funds will take a 30 percent reduction, ” shared District TRF Chair Tim Mobley at April’s remote District Grant Workshop. In three years, this could translate to a reduction in available District...Jacksonville-Applegate Club tackling mask needs
by Peggy Carlaw Members and friends of the Jacksonville-Applegate Rotary Club are busy sewing over 100 masks for the residents of Pioneer Village, the retirement home in Jacksonville. The residents are maintaining social distance and are looking forward to being able...5110 BIZ OF THE WEEK: Middle East Perspectives by Rick Francona
by PDG Bill Grille Rick Francona is one of B2B’s early adopters. He recognizes the benefit of promoting his business to other Rotarians through the B2B Directory with a Gold subscription costing only $45 for a full year. Check out Rick’s business. Every D5110 Rotarian...Polio Plus Responding to the Covid-19 Challenge
by Chuck Root A program begun by Rotary is employing thousands of health workers to address the Covid-19 pandemic. The program is the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) which includes Rotary’s PolioPlus program. From the earliest days of polio eradication...Redmond Rotary Feeds Local Hospital Morale
By Marv Kaplan The Rotary Club of Redmond (OR) just completed the first of 4 Covid-19 related Community projects. Three of these endeavors delt with providing meals. There is a secondary reason for reaching our to the community in this manner. This has to do with...Rotarian Frances Dixon Serves as vital link for international project
Locked down on a remote 200-acre mountain-top rainforest campus in the northwestern corner of Guatemala, Rotarian Frances Dixon has dug in. In the wake of the coronavirus crisis, the impoverished third-world country canceled all flights in and out of the country,...Greater Corvallis Rotary Assists Senior Centers
Some Greater Corvallis Rotary magic came to the area’s senior centers Monday as Eric Ely and his wonderful wife, Regina, made deliveries of much needed snacks, entertainment, games and hand sanitizer to eight local senior homes all while exercising social...75 Rotarians participate in virtual April 4 Grants Meeting
The Quarterly Grants Meeting was held via GoToWebinar on April 4th. The District Rotary Foundation Committee thanks the 75 attendees who attended ”live”, there was lots of information sharing and the committee approved a global grant by the Jacksonville-Applegate...District 5110 Business of the Week: Chris Waugh, Leader Support Service, LLC
Each week, D5110 will announce a “Business of the Week” already featured in the D5110 B2B Directory, starting first with businesses that have upgraded from the FREE B2B listing to either Bronze , Silver or Gold options. Our first BUSINESS OF THE WEEK RECOGNITION goes...Coos Bay Club helps make garden boxes for kids’ nutrition
From a Coos Bay World article by Amanda Linares There’s something special about growing your own food. It’s a feeling Dr. Steven Shimotakahara wanted to share with others some time ago. Dr. Shimotakahara, the chairman of the board of the North Bend Medical...More Heroes: Great Victories for Coquille and Redmond Clubs
This from Bruce Parker of the Coquille Club: Because of the hardship caused by the quarantine and not being able to meet as a club, the restaurant that hosts our Coquille Club meetings has been forced to close. We as Rotarians decided to pay the monthly rent for as...Clubs Find Ways in Face of COVID-19
As we have all experienced, the world is rapidly changing around. One that hasn’t changed is the can-do spirit and willingness to lead from Rotarians. With an itch to make an impact, members from the Rotary Club of Greater Corvallis recently met via Zoom for the...Rotary Biz 2 Biz: another service in these times
Is your business continuing operation during these stay-at-home times? A service provided that needs to be known by your fellow Rotarians? Restaurant take-out or other essential service that would benefit from Rotarian word-of-mouth? Rotary was originated with the...April 4 Grants Meeting goes remote
The Mobley’s will not be deterred by Covid-19 when it comes to global grants. The April 4 Quarterly Grants Meeting will be held ONLINE at GOTOWEBINAR. The meeting is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 12 noon, followed by the Executive Committee meeting from 1 to 3....Clubs can still meet! Use the District’s Zoom account—here’s how!
DG Rick has secured a Zoom.com account for our District committees, Assistant Governors and Club Presidents to utilize in holding online meetings. We are seeing many of our clubs moving to creative meetings online with speakers, trainings and learning opportunities....RFE efforts pay off in The Philippines; further Exchange trips on hold
by Chandra LaHusen (and multiple Rotary contributors) The District 5110 Rotary Friendship Exchange team to District 3850 Philippines has returned filled with warm experiences of friendship and hospitality. Hard to believe so much depth of connection can be fit into so...Coos Bay/North Bend Rotary gives medical supplies to Coos Co. responders
COOS BAY, Ore. – The Coos Bay North Bend Rotary Club has donated boxes of medical supplies to the emergency response team at Coos County Health and Wellness on March 18. The supplies included masks, gowns, face shields, foot covers and other items. The items...Rotary Heroes: Opportunities to voice service success over virus
The homepage of the District Website has changed. A new section, called Rotary Heroes: Covid-19, has been added. It is place for clubs to tell us about service projects and volunteer efforts to help our communities. Included is this new section is the opportunity...Rotarians Called to Make Surgical Masks
Rotarians serving Albany, Corvallis, Lebanon, Lincoln City & Newport are well positioned to assist with an urgent community need as a result of COVID-19. Samaritan Health Services (SHS), like all of our nations’ health systems, are in need of surgical masks. This...Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library campaign embraced by Josephine County clubs
The Josephine County Rotary Clubs have been sponsoring Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library county-wide since June of 2018. The Dollywood Foundation has produced a film that gives a behind-the-scenes look at Dolly Parton’s literacy-focused non-profit, Imagination...COVID-19 Update from District 5110 DG Rick Olson
COVID-19 Update from District 5110 Happy St Patty’s Day to all … May the luck of the Irish fall upon us. Your D5110 leadership team is constantly reviewing the latest information on the COVID-19 outbreak and considering how we as Rotary can help in the process of...Formal Request for Alternative Proposals for 2022 District Celebration
Posted per bylaws by Gerry Kosanovic — March 16, 2020 TO: DG Rick Olson – Please accept this written notice as my formal submission to hold the 2022 District Celebration in the Corvallis Oregon, hosted by the Rotary Club of Greater Corvallis. The proposed date...Whitlock Shines; Thank you Eva
On Tuesday, I was honored to attend with DGN Gerry Kosanovic, PDG Bill and Linda Grile, several other visiting club presidents and assistant governors, the Rotary Club of Coosbay/Northbend where Club President Eva Shimotakahara invited Dr. Sylvia Whitlock, the first...President Elect Training helps form our future as Rotarians
On February 19, over 600 Rotary Club President Elects arrived in Seattle for Pacific Northwest PETS training. As the largest PETS program in the world, our club’s future leaders had the opportunity to network with fellow District, Zone and International peers...Event Alert from DG Rick Olson on Coronavirus Impact
Critical information for all District 5110 Rotarians regarding the impact of Coronavirus on events, activities, and our youth. Please read DG Rick’s letter.Calling all clubs’ Public Image chairs — Action video needed for member recruitment project!!
We have the opportunity to produce a network-ready District 5110 30-second television spot that can be used throughout our local TV markets. The message will be high-energy, diverse, engaging and applicable to introduce Rotary to your area and recruit your future...Nominations sought for District Awards
It’s time to recognize outstanding leaderhip, service and volunteerism in Rotary District 5110. Awards that examplify acts of “Service Above Self” will be named at the District Celebration, May 1-3 in Eugene. Awards for Avenues of Service, District...You sold out the trip to New Orleans–South Africa next up for Rotary Friendship
You answered the call to participate in the Rotary Fellowship Exchange trip to New Orleans and next offering in the program is an October trip to District 9350 to visit Swellendam – the oldest city in South Africa, round the Cape of Good Hope and see some of the...Let’s Leave No Girl Behind sponsored by six Rotary Clubs and District 5110 grant
Mayan children in remote villages of Guatemala’s mountainous Western highlands seldom acquire sufficient Spanish language proficiency in government-run elementary schools to continue their studies in middle and high schools. Guatemala has one of the lowest...Eugene Southtowne Rotary offers lodging for Olympic Track and Field Trials
Are you a Rotarian who is attending the 2020 USA Olympic Track and Field Trials in Eugene, Oregon? Are you looking for lodging during the Trials? If you answer “yes” to both questions, Eugene Southtowne Rotary Club has a deal for you. Stay in the home of a...District Celebration, May 1-3, focuses on Youth
Youth — Our Bridge to the Future is the theme for this year’s District Celebration, May 1-3 in Eugene. The Celebration will combine two previous events — the Club Training Assembly on Friday, May 1 and the District Conference, May 2-3. The...Grants Pass Interactors raise nearly $25k for Thirst Project.
Water is a human right and three Interact clubs – North Valley, Hidden Valley, and Grants Pass High Schools – put their money where they believe by raising nearly $25,000 for “Thirst Project,” Interact’s international district project....Coos County welcomes Dr. Sylvia Whitlock, the first woman Rotary President
Coos Bay, OR – Dr. Sylvia Whitlock , the first female to serve as the president of a Rotary club, will be visiting Coos Bay to share a presentation titled “Edge of Tomorrow”. She will speak at Southwestern Oregon Community College’s Coos campus, 1988 Newmark Ave., on...Rotarians Join NID India Team to Help in Fight Against Polio
Springfield Rotarian Rae LaMarche joined other Rotary District 5110 Rotarians, Cort Vaughan and his wife, (Rotary Club Greater Bend); Sherry Neuman (Jacksonville Applegate Rotary Club); and Rotarians from California, Washington, and Wisconsin in the 2020 National...Springfield Rotary Awards Grants for Six Local Projects
Following a request for grant funding, Springfield Rotary selected six projects for immediate funding, totaling $16,934. The club is continuing to review opportunities for additional funding that will have a positive impact on the community, promote Rotary, and fit...Do you know a potential Peace Fellow?
Rotarians have dedicated time, energy and money to training Peace Fellows for 18 years. In large part to our own Carol Fellows, our district has sponsored 18 successful applicants. This is a program that does not require club contributions and we are not limited in...Need a Valentine’s Day gift? A last-minute floral order doubles as a Rotary donation!
From Deanna Bryant, Fern Ridge Rotary Please see attached order form for the Fern Ridge Rotary Club fundraiser. ALL proceeds fund RYLA and graduating high school scholarships to Crow, Elmira and Triangle Lake High School students. It is our club’s only...Empowering the next generation in Zambia
THE MOST SATISFYING THING I HAVE EVER DONE !!! Jim Green, Grants Pass new Assistant Governor, has been involved with many projects around the world. So it was amazing to hear him say that helping Brenda Mkandwire, a local young woman from Zimba, was one of the...Register Now for the April 4 Quarterly Grants Meeting
The April 4th Quarterly Grants meeting will be held in Florence at the Driftwood Shores Resort. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. with the goal to be finished by 1 p.m. Lunch will be provided to attendees at no charge. The District Rotary Foundation Executive Committee meets...Deadline this week for Rotary Friendship Exchange April 15-29 2020, in SW Louisiana
There is still time to sign up for the Rotary Friendship Exchange to southern Louisiana April 15-29, featuring Friendship time! The Exchange visit coincides with the best time of the year to be in southern Louisiana: flowers are at their peak and temperatures are...Few tickets left for Redmond’s Daddy-Daughter Dance, Feb. 15
Only 20 tickets remain for the Daddy-Daughter Dance, hosted by the Rotary Club of Redmond on Feb. 15. The event is nearly sold out for the sixth year in a row, says Marvin Kaplan, club president. Interested parties, on a first come basis, should contact Kaplan at...RYLA Applications forms updated
Youth interested in applying for the Rotary Youth Leadership Academy, known as RYLA, can find new 2020 forms available on the District 5110 website. Click on Get Involved/Youth/RYLA to find this update forms. The new forms include the RYLA Camper Billing to Clubs...Register Now for March Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) in Bend
Learn about Rotary in an intimate session of 25-30 individuals at the Rotary Leadership Institute, March 21-22 in Bend, OR. PDG Bill Grile shares that RLI offers a unique opportunity that you won’t find at Club Training Assembly or District Conference. At RLI,...Rotary-sponsored Jan. 19 production supports scholarships, chronicles Oregon trail history
Rotarians and the public are invited to the theater production of “Hard Way to the Valley” chronicle of the Oregon Trail history leading to the Lane County area. The Sunday, Jan. 19 show will be held at the Springs at Greer Gardens at 2:30 pm. Eugene writer Pete...New Rotary Springs Satellite Club chartered
District 5110’s first satellite club, the Rotary Springs Satellite Club of Eugene Southtowne, chartered on January 7th, 2020 at the Springs at Greer Gardens retirement community. Long-time Rotarians Mary and Jay O’Leary, Dick and Sally Briggs, and Gary Brown started...New Rotaract members inducted at OSU
The Rotary world of service has just added three new student members. Congratulations to the Oregon State University Rotaract Club for inducing three members on Jan. 12. They are pictured (l-r) Olivia Crisp, Brad Stein, and Catie Boucher. Each was provided with a...Rogue Valley After Five Rotary is 10-years-old
The Rogue Valley After Five Rotary Club will celebrate its 10th Anniversary at the LARKS Kitchen & Cocktails on Saturday, Jan. 25 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. The celebration will include live music, a no-host bar, appetizers and fellowship. “We’ve...Polio eradication fund raiser scheduled for February
The Rogue Valley After Five Rotary Club will be doing its part to eradicate polio with a fund raiser, Poker for Polio 2020, on Saturday, Feb. 29 at 5 to 11 p.m. at the Rogue River Valley University Club in Medford. Club President Eric McLaughlin says this is the 8th...Only 5 spaces left for January RLI in Medford
Only five spaces are left for the upcoming January 25-26 Rotary Leadership Institute in Medford. To register for January, click here to go to the dacdb registration. You can also attend the Bend RLI, scheduled for March in Bend. To register for March, click here....Quarterly Grants Meeting, Jan. 11 in Medford.
It is not too late to register for the Quarterly Grants Meeting scheduled Jan. 11 in Medford. At the grants meeting, club personnel learn to apply for quarterly grants for their special projects that are supported by the District and matched by the District...1st Woman Rotary President to speak in Oregon
Mark your calendars for March 2-3. Dr. Sylvia Whitlock, the first female Rotary President, will be in Coos Bay-North Bend, On March 2, she will speak at an evening lecture at Southwestern Oregon Community College. She will present a program for the Coos Bay-North...Sisters Rotary offers Winter Scene Holiday Cards
The Rotary Club of Sisters provides scholarships for graduating seniors who display outstanding values and actions, ust like Rotarians, who are People of Action helping others in the community and around the world. Sales of Holiday Christmas cards supports this...Festival of Trees funds Coos Bay-North Bend community grants
Rotary’s spirit of giving in Coos Bay- North Bend Rotary Club is the club’s Festival of Trees. Trees and wreaths were elaborately decorated on Tuesday, Dec. 2 to be auctioned off in a live dinner auction at the Mill Casino on Wednesday, Dec. 11. Trees donated...Coos Bay- N. Bend Rotary shares spirit of giving
In its 18th year, the K-DOCK and Rotary Bus Jam takes place on Saturday, Dec. 7. This new toy and food drive serves families in need in Coos County and the Reedsport area during the holidays. In partnership with K-DOCK radio, Rotarians and their families, friends and...Register Today: 4-Way Test Speech Contest
As we prepare for the December holidays, it is also an opportunity to look ahead to 2020 club activities. One activity that resonates with both Rotary’s Youth Service and Vocational Service is the annual 4-Way Test Speech contest. District 5110 clubs are encouraged...Lane Edition of NW Magazine to focus on Rotary
Jennifer Geller, President of the Eugene Rotary Club, has been interviewed by Northwest 50 Plus Magazine for a Rotary article in the Lane edition. The quarterly publication will write about Lane County Rotaries with hopes to include all of Eugene’s clubs, said...Rotaractors travel to Big West in Vancouver, B.C.
Big West Rotaract is Multi District Information Organization in Rotary International with districts ranging from Hawaii to Arizona to Alaska and British Columbia. It offers both an Institute every July for incoming board members, president elects, and governor elects,...How to create peace through the District’s Peace Scholar Program
This year District 5110 is sponsoring two scholars. Both are dedicated to making the world more peaceful: Chimwemwe Kumwenda is studying Public Health and Peace as a Rotary Peace Fellow at our Peace Institute located on the Duke/UNC campuses. She is a medical doctor...Rotary provides solar for Medford’s Hope Village
by Nick Morgan of the Medford Mail Tribune Thanks to the efforts of approximately 20 members of Medford Rogue Rotary Club, Hope Village residents transitioning out of homelessness in Medford now have another comfort of home. They installed south-facing solar panels on...Holidays are a Rotary opportunity: Send us yours
by Mike Corwin The Holiday season is about opportunity for Rotary in its communities. What is your club doing this December to serve those in need of the Holiday spirit? Describe your activities in 75 words or less and send them to us for a District compilation of...November is Rotary Foundation month
Each time I give to The Rotary Foundation I am reminded of the words of Past Rotary International President Richard King: “each donation of $1000 will save four lives.” Not all of us have the means to give $1,000, but most of us might afford $20 per month or $250 a...Joe Vincent named Linn County AG
On behalf of the D5110 leadership team, we are pleased to announce the appointment of Joe Vincent as our newest Assistant Governor to our team. Joe will be taking over for Bruce Allen, who recently resigned his position due to work commitments. Joe is a past president...RI Project Fair, Feb. 14-15 in Bolivia; Projects sought
Rotary International Clubs Projects Fair, which will be held on February 14-15, 2020, in Santa Cruz de La Sierra, Bolivia. For more information about the Project Fair, we invite you to visit our website: https://www.rotaryprojectsfire.org. At the event, Rotary will...Oregon Rotary Model UN program 2019-2020
As many of you may know, Rotarian leaders were active promoters and advisors during the establishment of the United Nations (UN) and Rotary continues to be a major partner with the UN (https://www.rotary.org/en/history-rotary-and-united-nations). As a consequence of...World Interact Week, Nov. 4-10
Celebrate World Interact Week this 4-10 November with nearly half a million Interact club members around the world! How will you share the power of Interact and celebrate this special occasion? Here are daily ideas you can use to join the party: Learn More:...Assistant Governors learn what it takes
Assistant Governors from around the district met in Springfield, Oct. 26, to learn “what it takes” to do their jobs. “How great to be in a room with an assemblage of dedicated District 5110 volunteers–I appreciate working with all of...Aimee Walsh nominated District Governor for 2022-2023
On behalf of the District, the District 5110 Nominating Committee is pleased to formally announce and put forth the name of Aimee Walsh, a member of the Rotary Club of Eugene Metropolitan, to serve as District Governor in the year 2022-2023. A native Oregonian, Aimee...Watch Video: Water Scholars studying to help solve world issues
Imagine seven countries fighting over the same water source. Our seven scholars who currently are studying at Oregon State University in Corvallis may help to prevent conflict among nations needing water resources in the Aral Sea Basin. Students studying in the Water...District Leadership Opportunity available in 4-Way Test Speech Contest
If you enjoy working with youth and have a passion for advancing Rotary’s ethical standard to high school students, this is an opportunity that you can truly embrace. The position of co-chair for the 4-Way Test Speech Contest is open to District 5110 Rotarians. The...Global Grants have momentum after October workshop
The October 19th Quarterly Grants Meeting rocked it! There was an active and engaged group of Rotarians who were treated to two presentation/Q&A sessions given by Rotary Foundation Technical Cadre Coordinator Wade Nomura. Nomura shared the importance of community...Ways to tell us your story
You can submit information for the District 5110 Website and 5110 in Action eNews through a number of ways: From the Website Contact Us Page: To the Website Administrator, Judy Corwin To the Newsletter Editor, Mike Corwin Using dacdb ezStory at...McKenzie Cider Beer Fest supports childhood hunger and literacy projects
The Springfield Rotary Club is hosting the eighth annual McKenzie Cider and Craft Beer Festival on Nov. 8 and 9 at the Bob Keefer Center (Willamalane Center for Sports and Recreation), 250 S. 32nd Street in Springfield. Rotarians can sign up for shifts to work at the...Know of organizations needing medical supplies?
The Coos Bay-North Bend Rotary Club has partnered with a number of local agencies to collect and donate medial/ surgical supplies to Third world counties, local or regional medical missions, homeless shelters, nursing schools and others who can utilize them. The...Suggestions to read District eNews on your iphone or ipad
The easiest way to view and read the 5110 in Action eNews Bulletin is on your desktop or laptop computer. It is a little more difficult to view on your iphone or ipad because of the “potential variables” with technology, according to sources at DACdb. ...Youth Exchange hosted by Corvallis Rotarians
District 5110 inbounds students for 2019-2020 were introduced to the Youth Exchange committee at an event at the Corvallis Country Club, hosted by Corvallis Rotarians. Committee members and host families had a great time....World Polio Day Oct. 24
Poliomyelitis, or polio, is a paralyzing and potentially fatal disease that still threatens children in some parts of the world. Poliovirus invades the nervous system and can cause total paralysis in hours. It can strike people of any age but mainly affects children...Eugene Metro Rotarians review good work of TRF dollars in Uganda
Rotarians from the Eugene Metropolitan Club were able to review the results that their Rotary Foundation donations helped make possible in Uganda to benefit a medical clinic…. The Mothers and Children’s Medical Clinic, did two medical camps during our visit and...Curious about Rotary’s work to end polio?
Interested in meeting with our partners at the World Health Organization and UNICEF, going door to door immunizing children and spending a day at the Taj Mahal? One of the best National Immunization Days trip is accepting applications now. Led by a native of India...Let’s Leave No Girl Behind has positive results
A project for Isabel Ramirez, a young Mayan girl, has made a significant difference in her life, thanks to the Rotary Club of the State of Jefferson — Rotary District 5110’s first and only eClub. Soon after chartering in 2013, eClub chose basic education...District Matching Grant helps Reedsport build beds for children with none
Approximately 2.2 million children in the United States sleep on the floor every night, according to Sleep in Heavenly Peace, a national non-profit that builds bunk bed sets for children who have no bed. A bed supports proper sleep for a child’s best physical,...68 grants funded last year; $162,600 available
A jam-packed grants meeting is planned Oct 19 at the Riverbend Community Room, 799 SW Columbia St., in Bend, OR promises Rotarian LeAnn Mobley, This fall quarterly grants meeting will feature guest speaker Wade Nomura, Past District Governor and one of five Rotary...30 rotarians from 17 clubs graduate from Rotary Leadership Institute
Do you know what the Council on Legislation is? Have you heard the six “E’s” of Leadership? Do you know about teamwork and that it is “lonely at the top unless you bring your team with you?” These topics are among the many discussed at...Rotary Water Safety Lessons Pay Off
Ella Christensen, age 9, was with two friends in the swimming hole at Loeb Park when one of the other girls ran into trouble with the Chetco River’s late spring currents. Ella knew exactly what to do:
Polio Plus Awareness Day, Sept. 18, in Coos Bay
“Stop Plastic, Stop Polio,” was the goal on Sept. 18, when the Coos Bay-North Bend Rotary held its Polio Plus Awareness Day at the Farmer’s Market in Coos Bay. ‘
Meritorious Service Winner speaks Oct. 19 at Bend Grants Workshop
The next Quarterly Grants Workshop on Oct. 19 will feature Rotary’s “Service Above Self” Award Winner. Wade Nomura is the President of the Japanese American Citizens League, Santa Barbara chapter. He was inducted into the Japanese American National...“Southern” Hospitality extended to our Rotary Friendship visitors
“Southern” hospitality extended to our Rotary Friendship Exchange visitors.
Cindy O’Neil and Gerry Kosanovic celebrate DGE, DGN success
When Rotary Zone Emcee Jennifer Jones asked each District Governor what motivates each DG about Rotary, District 5110 DG Cindy O’Neil’s answer was called out among all the DGs attending the Zone Institute in Denver, CO, Sept. 5-8. “The World needs...
November 1 Fun at Medford’s Walkabout Brewing will benefit Polio eradication
Fellowship and polio eradication will be the order of the evening on November 1 at Medford’s Walkabout Brewing Company as they play host to the Medford Rotary Club’s Vine & Pints for Polio.
District Peace Conference Sept. 21 in Ashland
Rotary works in many different ways toward a more peaceful world. These include various exchange programs, our Peace Fellow’s program and the District’s Peace Conference, Sept. 21 in Ashland, OR.
New 5110 Website Launched
If the District website looks different to you, that is because it’s new! The District Governors approved the redesign of its website and the work was accomplished over the summer.
District Governor Nominees Needed
Nominations for District Governor (DG) for 2022-23 are now open, says Dave Reece, past District Governor and Nominating Committee Chair. Clubs are asked to nominate Rotarians who desire such a leadership role. Nominees must have been a club president and served seven...Successful district Kickoff keynoted by Water Scholars
“Water is a global program,” says Botagox Sharipova of Kazakhstan. “Bota” (pictured right), as she affectionately became known, was one of two peace fellows who came to Central Oregon to demonstrate the worldwide impact of Rotary International...Greenhouse Inspires Veterans
A Working Ranch That Restores Purpose And Spirit To Veterans Of All Ages.
Central Oregon Veterans Ranch (COVR) is a 19-acre working farm in a rustic setting that promotes the healing of combat trauma across the lifespan. Central Oregon is home to approximately 20,000 veterans including those who served in WWII, the Korean War, Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan, and numerous other military operations.
Meet the Water Scholars
The Water Resources Graduate Programs at Oregon State University awards M.S. and Ph.D. degrees and brings together faculty and students from six colleges and multiple departments. Rotary wanted to take advantage of this unique opportunity and the expertise of Oregon State University faculty by awarding seven scholarships to students from Southeast Asia to learn about water resources.
Give the Gift of Literacy
When the Rotary Clubs of Bend and Bend-Mt Bachelor discovered that in our state the literacy rate was only 85%, Rotary leaders knew that had to change. Further research revealed that our state prisons estimate the number of future prison cells by the number of illiterate children we have in third grade.