WE ARE PEOPLE OF ACTION

Welcome to Rotary in District 5020. We represent Rotarians on Vancouver Island, B.C. and Western Washington from Pierce County south to Woodland including the Olympic Peninsula. Rotary unites over a million people worldwide to take action locally and globally. Each day, our members pour their passion, integrity, and intelligence into completing projects that have a lasting impact. We persevere until we deliver real, lasting solutions.

FEBRUARY GOVERNORS MESSAGE
 
Next Year’s Theme Logo Announced - RI President-elect Shekhar Mehta is urging members to become more involved in service projects, saying that caring for and serving others is the best way to live because it changes not only other people’s lives, but also our own.
 
Club Request – I would like to ask you to look at your club roster and if there are members that haven’t made it to your Zoom meetings, please give them a call and check up on them.  Some may be technologically challenged and need a little help getting on Zoom.  Some may be feeling isolated and a call could go a long way to cheer them up.  Some of them could possibly use your assistance in other ways.  You never know what they might be going through.
 
Covid-19 update: Many Rotary clubs throughout the district have contacted me wanting to know how they could help with the Covid crisis.  We have posted some information on the home page for DACdb.com.  Any Rotarian can log in.  If this is your first time use the exact same username as you do for ClubRunner.  Then click “Forgot password.”  Do not try to use your ClubRunner password.  You will be e-mailed a link to set a new password for DACdb.  This applies to all Rotary members throughout our district, whether you are a member of a ClubRunner club or a DACdb club.
 
Once you are logged in, you will be on the home tab. There are stories from different clubs, etc. so look for the one titled “Covid Volunteer Opportunities in Pierce County and Surrounding Area”.  We will be adding more information as we get it.  I know the clubs on Vancouver Island are working hard to help their communities, but currently have no volunteer opportunities for vaccine efforts.  Check with Lorna Curtis for the most current information on the island.
 
March 8th International Women’s Day - Advance notice:  Rotary International President-Elect Jennifer Jones will be speaking via Zoom to Bainbridge Island Rotary at noon on Monday, March 8.  It happens to be International Women’s Day!  Please register for the meeting today: https://d5020.com/JJ2021
 
Over the Christmas holidays I came across a fascinating website: http://www.tgig.org.  It stands for The Global Impact Group.  Their slogan is “Rotarians Leveraging Technology for the Greater Good.”  I believe they show the future of Rotary meetings once this pandemic is behind us.  Please check them out.
 
March 13th District Training: open to everyone in the District, don’t forget to sign up at https://d5020.com/DTV2021REG
 
October 29th – 30th: District Conference update:  Under the advice of Rotary International, I had to cancel the in-person District Conference that was going to be at the Great Wolf Lodge May 14 & 15.  We are now trying to move it to Friday October 29 & Saturday October 30, still at the Great Wolf Lodge south of Olympia, WA.  I’m mentioning this now so you can get it on your calendars.  More information will be coming as we move through this pandemic.
 
DACdb Update – We are still transitioning the District as well as a number of clubs over to DACdb.  The more we learn about DACdb, the better we like it.  They have offered even more discounts.  If you sign up for DACdb and are considering purchasing their finance module or website; from now until March 15th DACdb will waive the setup fees.  Also, the District has negotiated a great deal; the District will be buying the Engagement Module from DACdb for the entire District at a substantial savings every year.  This will save the clubs even more money.  If you have already signed up for the Engagement module, you can request a refund.  Can’t decide which way to go?  Still need more information about DACdb?  Contact Mary Horn at maryjhorn@gmail.com to sign up for basic training to take a look at their features and benefits.
 
Please encourage your families and friends to sign up for the vaccine.  Don’t forget to mask up, avoid even small gatherings, and be safe every way you know how.  We will get through this and as we do, Rotarians will learn how to serve their communities to fit the changing times.
 
Thanks, and I hope to see you at one of your weekly Zoom club meetings soon.
 
Yours in Rotary,
 
Greg Horn
D5020 Governor 2020-2021
JOIN THE DISTRICT TEAM
We are looking for suitable candidates for the following positions:
 
  • Interact Coordinator - Are you interested in helping to coordinate the Interact Program in the District?  The district is looking for an individual who is interested in developing a list of the active Interact Clubs in the district and assisting these clubs to connect with one another.  This person would work closely with the District RYLA  and Rotaract Representatives.  This is a new position so there is lots of opportunity for development and ideas.  Please contact DGE Lorna Curtis lcurtis@shaw.ca if you are interested in this position.
Are you interested in helping to further world peace?  Do you like working with youth or clubs?  
 
The District Youth Exchange committee is looking for Rotarians who are interested in becoming a part of a vibrant team that will support both our clubs and our Youth Exchange students while having a positive impact on world peace as we learn about different cultures together with this life-changing experience for students.
 
We are looking for highly motivated, outgoing Rotarians who are interested in shaping this dynamic team for the future.  Due to the size of our district and the global nature of the program, much of our communication is online and through our database. Being tech-savvy is an asset for any of these positions and training support will be provided. Previous youth exchange experience at the club level is not required for some positions.
 
Here are the currently available positions.
 
  • Treasurer - responsible for maintaining the financial records, acceptance, and disbursement of funds, as well as creation and tracking of the Youth Exchange Budget.
  • US Compliance Officer - responsible for monitoring the screening and vetting of US Youth Exchange volunteers and host families
  • US Short Term Coordinator - responsible for coordinating the selection, screening, and training of US Short Term Exchange students
 
The complete job descriptions for all three positions are hyperlinked in this email.  Training and support for all positions will be provided.
 
If you are interested in any of these important positions, please contact the District Youth Exchange Vice-Chair, Natalie Crawshaw, at nataliecrawshaw.rotary5020@outlook.com and let her know the positions you are interested in applying for.

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE

Rotary monitors coronavirus outbreak, potential impact on events, operations and training meetings
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UD5020 MAGAZINE

WHAT IS ROTARY?

WE CONNECT PEOPLE

Rotary unites more than a million people. Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. 
 

WE TRANSFORM COMMUNITIES

We take action locally and globally. Each day, our members pour their passion, integrity, and intelligence into completing projects that have a lasting impact. We persevere until we deliver lasting solutions.
 

WE SOLVE PROBLEMS

No challenge is too big for us For more than 110 years, we’ve bridged cultures and connected continents to champion peace, fight illiteracy and poverty, promote clean water and sanitation, and fight disease.
 

KEY DISTRICT INFORMATION

YOUR DISTRICT LEADERSHIP TEAM

Need to get in touch with someone in the District leadership team? Here you can find an easy to navigate list including photos, names and email contacts. The organisation chart shows the District Governor, District Executives, District Officers and Directors and Assistant Governors. 
 
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FIND DISTRICT 5020 CLUBS

Looking for information about a District 5020 Rotary club? Here you can find an alphabetical list of clubs including club website link, Presidents name, meeting location, day and time. You can also email the club President if you need to get in touch. 
 

KEY ROTARIAN RESOURCES

YOUTH PROTECTION AWARENESS

Rotary District 5020 is committed to doing the hard work necessary to keep our young people, volunteers, and members safe. For us this includes Club Certification for every club, individual certification for all volunteers who have more than casual contact with youth, training for all volunteers, and the Rotary Statement of Conduct for Working with Youth. In order to make compliance as simple as possible, we have created a roadmap for each type of volunteer in Rotary Youth Protection Programs.
 
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MEMBERSHIP RESOURCES

Building membership is Rotary’s top internal priority, and every member can make a difference. When you have a strong membership base, your club is better able to serve. We need active, engaged, and enthusiastic members and club leaders who can recognize opportunities for growth and act on them. Recognizing and acting on the unique needs, customs, and changes in your community will enhance your ability to increase your membership. Discover key membership documents and training videos to help your club on the District's membership page.

 
 

PUBLIC IMAGE RESOURCES

Promoting Rotary to the general public can be as simple as wearing your Rotary pin or as elaborate as organizing an integrated marketing campaign. By increasing the public's understanding of Rotary, we're strengthening our ability to make an impact in communities around the world. Bringing our story to life is our next charge — and one that requires champions across levels, groups, and functions. We are Rotary, and we have a great story to tell. Discover how to do that on our District public image page.

 
 

FOUNDATION RESOURCES

Doing good in the world, both locally and abroad, is the most well-recognized aspect of The Rotary Foundation. District 5020 has always been a top donor worldwide and continues to lead. Funding for programs above is largely tied to District 5020 contributions over time, making generosity a priority. The Rotary Foundation is comprised of three Funds working together in providing for programs: Annual Fund, Endowment Fund and PolioPlus. Discover more about The Rotary Foundation and some key resources on the District's Foundation page.