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District Governor Letter
Sunday, April 14, 2024
By: Jennifer L. StanfieldSpring is finally here, unless it snows tomorrow. Reminds me of the old adage about the cup of water and what you see indicating whether you’re an optimist or a pessimist. To a Rotarian, we see a glass of clean and drinkable water provided by a sustainable Rotary project.
We are gearing up for an amazing District Conference this year! The one-day event is packed with dynamic speakers and informative breakout sessions. I hope to see you on May the 4th in Carmel at the Renaissance Indianapolis North Hotel-we still have a few rooms left at the discounted rate through Tuesday, 4/16. We will have a special ceremony at dinner to honor those members with 25 plus and 50 plus years of service. Your District Conference is for every Rotarian and your guests and family. It is not an invitation-only event. If you are a part of the family of Rotary, this event is for you!
As I have visited our clubs this year, there has been a common concern about membership loss and low turn out for club meetings. We have been answering that concern with area networking events called Connect the Community. It is sponsored by Rotary and the speakers talk about how Rotary has impacted their business or career. Please attend one of these events with a potential new member as we hold an event near you. Connect the Community is free to your club because your District leadership wants to invest in your club’s growth. The format is replicable, and we have been able to procure new interest in Rotary in the communities that we’ve held these events. Be sure to attend an upcoming date on the DACdb District calendar! CLICK HERE to register.Let's continue Creating Hope in the World!
DG Jennifer Stanfield, 2023-24
Dynamic and Exciting Speakers will Challenge You
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Sponsorship Opportunities-DC24
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The 2024 District Conference, themed "Create Hope in the World," scheduled for May 4, 2024, will be an empowering event focusing on Rotary International President Gordon R. McInally’s initiatives relating to Mental Health, Peacebuilding and Empowering Girls. By sponsoring this event, you will not only be supporting Rotary's mission but also gaining exposure to a diverse audience of community leaders, professionals, and service-minded individuals across Central Indiana.Rotary District 6560 is dedicated to serving our local and global communities by fostering goodwill and promoting peace through various humanitarian projects. Our annual district conference serves as a platform for Rotarians from across Central Indiana to come together, share ideas, and inspire action for positive change.
CLICK HERE to complete the Sponsorship form if you and/or your organization can assist with this upcoming event. We appreciate your consideration and look forward to working together to make the conference a resounding success.
For Additional Information, Contact: Edie Collings, Conference Chair (ekcollings01@gmail.com)
Baskets for Silent Auction
Sunday, April 14, 2024
By: Ginger Scott
Consider donating a Gift Basket, Gift Card, or Event Tickets for the Silent Auction during the conference. Proceeds from the Silent Auction go to our own Rotary District 6560 World & Community Service Foundation. We have heard there may be bragging rights awarded to the club with the most unique community-focused item/basket! CLICK HERE for more information or to register your support. Questions? Contact Ginger Scott @ jrscott2688@gmail.comReserve Your Space for Project Display
Sunday, April 14, 2024
By: Ginger Scott
Does your club have a service project that other clubs could replicate? Looking for a partner for your project? Bring a display and share your story in our House of Friendship. This is a perfect opportunity for you to partner with fellow Rotarians to increase your impact in the community. Contact Ginger Scott @ jrscott2688@gmail.com to reserve your table space.Tornado Relief in Winchester
Sunday, April 14, 2024
By: Jan Roestamadji
On Thursday, March 14, 2024, an EF-3 tornado caused widespread destruction on its pathway through East Central Indiana heading to West Central Ohio. Especially hit was Randolph County’s seat of Winchester. It uprooted trees, flattened homes, businesses, churches and injured dozens of people with many miraculous stories left behind that saved the community from deaths. The destruction, however, brought this community to its knees, but an immediate influx of individuals and organizations quickly worked together to bring in much-needed food and helping hands.There were over 400 homes and multiple businesses damaged or destroyed, including 3 churches and a couple of historic cemeteries. Included in these stories of destruction were family and friends of at least three area Rotary clubs: Winchester, Union City, and Portland. The shocking damage throughout the tornado’s path unified these three clubs to also respond immediately. The clubs and their members started donating money and physical help. The District’s disaster relief trailer was called into action, but it was unavailable, so DG Jennifer and District 6560 put up a pledge from the District’s Disaster Relief fund to match up to $8000.00 of monies that will be collected from District 6560 clubs’ donations.
To date, the District has donated $5000.00 of those dollars to match donations by Union City ($2500), Portland ($1500) and Winchester (still to vote as they’ve been active in community response). As well, and to date, each of these clubs’ members and some of their respective businesses have also donated just over $3000.00.
All monetary donations are going through the Community Foundation of Randolph County, where they are the fiscal sponsor for the newly formed Long-Term Recovery Team to disburse the funds in a timely, accountable, and much-needed manner. The key words, though, are "Long Term Recovery". From this Team, nine subcommittees have been formed under various needs, including financial needs, communications, construction management, physical needs, emotional and spiritual needs, etc. These leaders are trained and get out into the community in a structured way. The Community Foundation of Randolph County is working with the experienced VOAD (Volunteer Organization of Active Disasters) in training and helping meet needs. Heart of Indiana United Way based in Muncie in Delaware County is also helping to support the destruction in their neighboring county.
A Facebook page and a website for the Long-Term Recovery Team of Winchester is currently being donated and set up to get the word out even further. Donations of all kinds are being accepted, even non-monetary. There is also a T-shirt sale expressing Winchester Strong and Randolph County Strong being backed by the Winchester club.
We are asking each club in District 6560 to consider donating. Whether the matching funds have all been donated or not, long term recovery within our own district is immense. Thank you all in advance for SERVING BEFORE SELF and HELPING OTHERS.
A Facebook page and a website for the Long-Term Recovery Team of Winchester is currently being donated and set up to get the word out even further. Donations of all kinds are being accepted, even non-monetary. There is also a T-shirt sale expressing Winchester Strong and Randolph County Strong being backed by the Winchester club.
We are asking each club in District 6560 to consider donating. Whether the matching funds have all been donated or not, long term recovery within our own district is immense. Thank you all in advance for SERVING BEFORE SELF and HELPING OTHERS.
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Dr. Stephanie Moran Selected District Governor 2026-27
Sunday, April 14, 2024
By: Jennifer L. Stanfield
I am pleased to announce Rotary District 6560's District Governor 2026-27 selection, Dr. Stephanie Moran, Anderson Rotary Club Past President and current member in good standing. Stephanie was selected as the District Governor Nominee Designate and will begin serving immediately. Stephanie has proven strong leadership and decision-making skills that will provide your club's membership with vision, leadership and support as we continue carrying out our motto, Service Above Self. Stephanie currently serves our District as an Assistant Governor to Grant County, Hartford City and Portland Rotary Clubs. She is our District Visioning and Strategic Planning Committees Chair. Please join me in congratulating and thanking Stephanie for her service and continuing commitment to our district!
Julie's Night Out: Special Rotarians-Special Memories
Sunday, April 14, 2024
By: Richard M. Markoff
The Rotary Club of Carmel honored the memories of two very special Rotarians, Julie Shadinger, our Club President, and Tim Paramore, our long-time Club Secretary, by creating a unique event, Julie's Night Out. The members of the Rotary Club of Carmel stood tall in creating lasting memories for the students, families, and educators of Carmel Elementary and Clay Center Elementary Schools at the event. From the wonderful food at Sullivan’s, to the exciting win by the Pacers over the Thunder, to the personalized presentation by Pacers Sports & Entertainments' Danny Lopez, every moment brought smiles to the faces of our special guests.Shout-outs go to our club officers, Arnold Elston, Dr. David Hollander, and Doug Williard; student host Stephon Tuitt; Rotary District 6560's DG Jennifer Stanfield and DGE Santos Salinas; Sullivan’s John Stanley; and the Pacers' Rachel Widenhofer for their efforts in making this wonderful event possible.
But, when all is said and done, I cannot say enough about the many Rotarians who underwrote the purchase of tickets, parking, and food for our elementary school guests, as well as the leadership of Carmel Elementary School Principal Megan Klinginsmith and Clay Center Elementary School Social Worker Tao Mowers.
Sunday, April 14, 2024
By: Lance Wonderlin
Westfield sponsored three students at RYLA this year, and they wanted to be sure to share with everyone what a great experience it was! They strongly encourage all clubs to get involved and sponsor students from their area high schools. Ava Brandau, Taylor Nokes, and Sarah Schramm are all sophomores at Westfield High School and daughters of members of the Westfield Club. They gave a presentation at our club meeting on April 9th to share their experiences. They all truly enjoyed the camp and were very grateful for the opportunity to attend.Union City Honors Major Donors Richard & Mary Wise
Sunday, April 14, 2024
By: David Anders
Richard and Mary Wise were honored by the Rotary Foundation Trustees and District 6560 Paul Harris Society Chair, David Anders during the Union City Rotary Club’s bi-monthly meeting, on March 19, 2024. Participating in the ceremony were Assistant District Governor Jan Roestamadji, and Club Foundation Chair, Anita Amspaugh.Born in 1932, Dick is a second-generation Rotarian with 70 years of combined service in the Winchester and Union City Rotary Clubs. Dick is past president of the Winchester Club. Dick was awarded the District Governor’s Citation for his work on the Wheelchairs for Mexico Project, in which he personally donated 40 wheelchairs to honor his wife Mary on their 40th Wedding Anniversary.
Dick is an Air Force veteran and has served as a volunteer and leader of numerous civic and community philanthropic organizations.
Westfield Supports Dark Side of the Moon
Sunday, April 14, 2024
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On April 8th, the Rotary Club of Westfield, Indiana was out in force at the Cool Creek Park Dark
Side of the Moon Solar Eclipse event. We cooked brats and hot dogs for the roughly 1,500 people in attendance, along with selling drinks and chips. The weather was terrific, the music was great, the food was excellent, and a great time was had by all. We were also able to raise over $2,000 that we’ll be able to donate back to the organizations we support in the Westfield area.Election 2024: Politics and Rotary
Sunday, April 14, 2024
By: Jennifer L. Stanfield
As the US gears up for the 2024 presidential election, it is important to remember that Rotary is apolitical. The attached document outlines the RI policies that apply to politics and politicized subjects and Rotary clubs. Following the guidelines helps reduce club conflicts, political tension, and public relations responses. Please feel free to contact your Assistant Governor or DG Jennifer for guidance or with any questions.ShelterBox USA Rotary Relations Associate Position
Sunday, April 14, 2024
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ShelterBox USA is expanding, and they are actively searching for a Rotary Relations Associate. This is a full-time position, and it is hybrid, meaning you work from home, but have occasional travel for ShelterBox and Rotary events. For the full job description, qualifications, benefit details and to apply, CLICK HERE. We need your help to find qualified candidates, and ask that you share this opportunity with your Rotary clubs, contacts, and friends.Connect
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