Barb Senn

 

 

Barb Senn, Annual Giving Chair for our district (6270), discussed Rotary's Every Rotarian Every Year program during her visit on Aug. 26.

She began with a review of Rotary Foundation's efforts, led by the polio eradication program ("an amazing feat," she calls it).

 

Next, Rotary will turn its focus to water and sanitation issues, she predicts. "We take it for granted in this country to turn on the tap and get clean water."

 

With that as backdrop, Senn encourages Rotarians to donate to the Rotary Foundation. Contributions are invested for three years. Rotary uses income from those investments for operational expenses, then returns 50% of the funds to the districts. (The other 50% is applied to international efforts.) Clubs can apply for matching funds for qualified projects. As a result, it is possible for members' donations to be returned to their communities.

 

Senn, a member of Fond du Lac Morning Rotary Club, says Rotarians can give as little or as much as they like. Those donations can be annually or spread throughout the year. It is the commitment she asks clubs and members to make.

 

As she travels the district, she reminds Rotarians about our core philosophy of Service Above Self. By supporting the Rotary Foundation through Every Rotarian Every Year, Rotarians help the organization "continue the good work we do." Download a brochure about the program here. (Adobe reader required.)