It’s hard to believe it’s August already. July was a busy month getting our District Rotary year wrapped up and beginning a new one. I want to commend Mick and his outstanding team for holding such an engaging district conference on the 25th.
Roxy Orr of the Omaha Suburban Rotary Club is Governor for 2020-21 for Rotary District 5650.
The Rotary Foundation Trustees and Rotary International Board of Directors have both unanimously approved adding a new area of focus: supporting the environment.
The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International has received 12 consecutive 4-star ratings from Charity Navigator for demonstrating both strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency. Here is a link for more details of how The Rotary Foundation efficiently promotes world understanding, goodwill, and peace - click here.
Every year Clubs nominate Rotarians for the Cadwallader Award which is presented during the District Conference. This year the recipient was Clay Ehlers of Lincoln South Rotary Club. Click here for the flyer outlining Clay's accomplishments and some of the nomination information.
The Excellence in Service to Humanity Award is presented to a non-Rotarian. Nominated by Lincoln East Rotary, this year's recipient is Dan Blankenau. Click here to read about Dan, how he has supported Rotary and a little more about his nomination. This highly competitive award is limited to no more than 150 worldwide each year.
Joe Roberts is a member of Lincoln South Rotary Club. Nominations are submitted by the Clubs through the District and Rotary International selects no more than 150 Rotarians annually. Click here to read about Joe's qualifications and more about the nomination.
Rotary District 5650 submitted awards for Rotary International recognition. Brian Moon of Council Bluffs Centennial was presented with The Rotary Foundation Citation for Meritorious Service. The Bellevue Papillion Rotary Club was recognized with the Significant Service Award.
A number of clubs and Rotary Members were recognized during the Rotary District Conference for their service and achievements. In addition to those show above, awards were presented for:
The Rotary District 5650 Clubs shown with "read more" have reported temporary changes in their meeting schedules to limit possible exposure to the coronavirus.
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