Past President Melanie Chamberlain will host this week's program, emphasizing the importance of supporting The Rotary Foundation (TRF) and what happens to funds that become local, District and International Grants. According to Melanie, the bulk of the program will be awarding Paul Harris Fellow pins and recognitions to those who have earned them this past year. Due to Covid and non-meetings, the Committee has been saving them, and will now make the awards virtually and deliver them to the recipient's home or office. Click here to join this week's Zoom meeting.
Last week we observed Veteran’s day with our speaker, Robert Wideman, former Navy pilot and Vietnam POW. Robert shared an abbreviated (and personal) version of his book Unexpected Prisoner: Memoir of a Vietnam POW. The focus of this talk was on his capture and his first several weeks as a POW. Click here to review the November 11, 2020 meeting.
Rotarians Warren Wilson and Kip Turain recently recognized Megan Butler as Cadet of the Month! Megan is an Air Force ROTC senior cadet from Colorado Springs, CO. She serves as the Vice Wing Commander at Detachment 90. After graduating from CSU in May 2021 with a degree in Health and Exercise Science plus a Health Promotion Concentration she hopes to enter the AF as an Intelligence Officer. Through the Health Promotion program, she is interning with UC Health and assisting with the COVID 19 vaccine research trials. Congratulations Megan!
Wednesday July 1, 2020-21 President Del Benson outlined his background, priorities and thoughts for this coming year. He touched on the challenges of declining noon membership and the resultant reduction in income and charitable pledges to support our service mission. Del then outlined his priorities and a "U+2" Time, Talent and Treasure Challenge for every member:
Bring in two new members
Double contributions to Rotary funding needs
Help on two funding initiatives
Give time to two additional service projects
Organize new projects and outcomes
Attend two more meetings every quarter
Combine categories engaging U+2 and have twice the fun and accomplishments
He closed his remarks with preliminary plans for a "Good and Lucky Non-Event Fundraiser" this fall. Stay tuned for details...
The Rotary Investment Fellowship will meet via Zoom immediately after the regular noon meeting on Wednesday, November 18 using the same Zoom link. Topic: The Best Post-Election Investment Strategies. With presidential election results in this is an excellent time to review and possibly adjust investment positions and expectations. All are welcome.
RCFC's Holiday Party will be December 16, starting at 6:00 PM, via Zoom. Music, Stories, Gifts, Santa Claus and small group fellowship are all being planned. Dress up/Dress down; Dress Pajamas are encouraged. Save the Date!
Once again, Ralph Smith is offering a calendar of his photos for $15. Rotarian purchases generate a contribution to the Legacy Fund. Contact ralph.smith@colostate.edu or 970-214-2322.
The Good and Lucky Non-Event raised $32,000 for the various charitable causes. President Del reminded all that have not made a pledge/donation to please get "a round tuit". Deadline for donations is Colorado Gives Day, December 8.
Kathy Nicol announced that help is needed to fill 200 bags with toiletry items collected for Homeward Alliance. We will meet on November 18th at Speed Pro, starting at 5:30 p.m. Please register by clicking here Homeward Alliance.
Older Announcements Still Relevant:
Member Applicant Kacie Mach announced that Ent Credit Union is partnering with the United Way of Larimer County for the local wildfire relief efforts. Ent is matching all donations made to the UWLC fire relief fund up to $50,000. More Information at [impact.uwaylc.org]
Bart Kingham is in special care and leaving Rotary. Millie would appreciate if you reach out to Bart, at 900 Arbor Ave. #1 FC 80526
SAVE THE DATE. The Service Above Self Awards 2019-20 Celebration Event will be December 16th 2020 from Noon to 1pm via Zoom. Past President and host Steve Laine is hoping for a "tremendous turn-out supporting and recognizing people who help make our Club, our Community and the World a better place to be and live."
The Community Grants Committee is now accepting applications in the Health and Wellness category. For full details see the RCFC website. Grant deadline is November 20.
The Nominations Committee was announced in preparation for the December 2, 2020 election of future club officers. Nominations are encouraged - please send to Chair Rob Marschke.
The PR Committee is looking for volunteers to post Rotary happenings on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. To volunteer contact John Trone.
First Pres church has indicated they are not comfortable hosting Rotary any time soon. For now, all meetings will continue to be via Zoom.
President Del asked that in this time of deep political divisions, Rotarians think and act with civility and peace towards the many perspectives.
The next Rotary Book Fellowship discussion is December 10, reviewing the book Doc by Mary Doria Russell. Contact Dave Stewart for details.
Phyllis Abt is leading the revision/development of an RCFC Policies and Procedures manual. Let her know if you have items to contribute.
General reminder of our Fellowships schedule. All follow immediately after the Wednesday noon Zoom meeting, using the same login. First Wednesday: Peace. Second Wednesday: History. Third Wednesday: Investments. Fourth Wednesdays: Science.
President Del noted that the board's current focus is on Committees, gaining clarity and structure to achieve RCFC's goals. He reminded all that it is not necessary to be a formal member of a committee to make a contribution, and encouraged all to be engaged.
President Del announced a 'one-stop' Finances email - treasurer@fortcollinsrotary.org. Del also reminded members that 'the buck stops here' and asked that any complaints or concerns also be directed to him.
Sally Lee reported King Soopers rebate of $468.00 that goes directly into our charitable budget. If you haven’t signed up yet, see Sally.
Marty Bachman urged members to shop on Amazon Smile. Rebates would be credited to our club at the rate of 0.5%. Look for the Amazon logo on our website.
Marty Bachman reminds all to report special occasions/events/illness that the Care and Recognition Committee should acknowledge. Call Marty, Susan Brand, Melanie Chamberlain, or JeanneFangman.
Past President Melanie Chamberlain will host this week's program, emphasizing the importance of supporting The Rotary Foundation (TRF) and what happens to funds that become local, District and International Grants. According to Melanie, the bulk of the program will be awarding Paul Harris Fellow pins and recognitions to those who have earned them this past year. Due to Covid and non-meetings, the Committee has been saving them, and will now make the awards virtually and deliver them to the recipient's home or office. 
Last week we observed Veteran’s day with our speaker, Robert Wideman, former Navy pilot and Vietnam POW. Robert shared an abbreviated (and personal) version of his book Unexpected Prisoner: Memoir of a Vietnam POW. The focus of this talk was on his capture and his first several weeks as a POW. 
Rotarians Warren Wilson and Kip Turain recently recognized Megan Butler as Cadet of the Month! Megan is an Air Force ROTC senior cadet from Colorado Springs, CO. She serves as the Vice Wing Commander at Detachment 90. After graduating from CSU in May 2021 with a degree in Health and Exercise Science plus a Health Promotion Concentration she hopes to enter the AF as an Intelligence Officer. Through the Health Promotion program, she is interning with UC Health and assisting with the COVID 19 vaccine research trials. Congratulations Megan!
Wednesday July 1, 2020-21 President Del Benson outlined his background, priorities and thoughts for this coming year. He touched on the challenges of declining noon membership and the resultant reduction in income and charitable pledges to support our service mission. Del then outlined his priorities and a "U+2" Time, Talent and Treasure Challenge for every member: