Bonus Jonas - was out to solicit 50/50 money and the two losers were Paul Mc and yours truly - unlike Matt Morris winning two large 50/50 and always donated back to Good News!

BY THE WAY when you contribute to good news - the beneficiary is our Rotary International Foundation -which does amazing work globally-AND if you donate $1000 year you can be a Paul Harris - even better a Benefactor - that is $20 per week.

More on that later.......

Little Lake Market go visit as they are partnering with Wildlife Foundation and  have amazing selection of healthy foods - giving back to the community.

 

Todd delivered some sad News long time member of cambridge sunrise club passed away at 63 - Mark Rozad - you may have known him as he was the pioneer of Rib Fest.

There is also  video on Human Trafficking on our Rotary International Site - Tuesday - part of our six areas our Rotary International Foundation supports.

 

 

 

 

 

Any New members or old - pull President Todd aside if you would like to do more in the club - Bulletin editors are always - welcome

Vanessa was on a Call for clean water - which all of us take for Granted and wanted to remind us all of how important it is for us to support the Crystal Drops Gala.

March 31st MARK your calendars.

Jim J. had a few Scot's staying at his place - enjoyed the tour and also mentioned old Grand Valley now Peavy Mart is a great place to buy socks - $1.25 each pair.

GREAT value

Rena didn't have to go for a Polar dip to rescue any puppies - all worked out but a little heart wrenching to start a day wondering if you needed to jump in after your pup.

Jim was away in LA over the weekend and participated in a High Roller football pool which he thinks will be an awesome fundraiser for the Club. Stay tuned and save your pennies/loonies.

Erica announced that the Cambridge Symphony is hosting AN AMAZING Making Spirits Bright Christmas Event - proceeds support CSO and the night will be very entertaining and beautiful- if you have not planned  your Christmas party - consider buying a table . DECEMBER 16th at TAPESTRY Hall full three course dinner service and apps- as well as entertainment - cost is $150 per ticket-Food Entertainment/venue.  Send me an email if you would like more info - I will also have a table if anyone would like to join me - erica.tennenbaum@rbc.com

 

 

Our Very Rajbir Mann was our speaker on Rotary International Foundation - he has done many humanitarian efforts globally and clean water is one of the areas of his passion.

We have to remember we have are lucky to have two Foundations - our own that we can use locally and Rotary International Foundation.

Our support Grants also come from this pool of funds - which is more recent and keeps all clubs engaged doing great work.

This Foundation is the most well run Foundations Globally winning many awards for its low cost administration and wide reach globally.

There are six areas that RI Foundation focuses on Globally - they are -

1.Disease Prevention/treatment - Polio Eradication

2. Water and Sanitation

3. Maternal and Child Health

4. Basic Education and Literacy

5. Economic and Community Development

6. Peace and Conflict Prevention and Resolution

How can you support our Rotary International Foundation - a few ways - you can contribute to good news much more knowing its going to all of those causes - become a member of a sustaining contribution either one time lump sum through appreciated shares, through your life insurance, your will or a direct donation. You can choose to do this annually. You can also NOW direct your monthly contributions to go to directly to Rotary foundation Canada - helping to support either on a monthly, annual or quarterly via visa or direct checking.

Why consider donating - its an amazing organization with many passionate people making a difference not only to their communities but Nationally and globally!

Todd thanked Past President Rajbir for his contributions to our club but Internationally as well - any questions please don't hesitate to talk to Rajbir.