New Member Rotary Foundation Learning Session

Time: Oct 28, 2025 05:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Meeting ID: 891 6072 7704
Passcode: 339212

All new members—and any Rotarian wishing for a refresher—are warmly invited!

October 28, 2025 | 5:30–6:30 p.m. | Zoom
Hosted by ARRFC Sandi Chard and PDG Lisa Bishop

Are you a new Rotarian—or simply looking to better understand how the Rotary Foundation transforms your contributions into life-changing projects? Join us for a special one-hour Rotary Foundation Learning Session designed especially for new members.

This engaging and interactive session will be led by ARRFC (Assistant Regional Rotary Foundation Coordinator) Sandi Chard and Past District Governor Lisa Bishop, who bring extensive experience and a passion for helping Rotarians connect with the Foundation’s mission.

What You’ll Learn

• The Basics of the Rotary Foundation
  Discover the history, purpose, and structure of Rotary’s charitable arm and why it is consistently ranked as one of the world’s most trusted foundations.

• How Your Donations Make an Impact
  Learn how Annual Fund, PolioPlus, and Endowment contributions are used, and how funds flow back to districts and clubs through District Designated Funds (DDF).

• Grants That Change Communities
  Gain an understanding of District Grants and Global Grants, including inspiring examples of projects—both local and international—that were made possible through member support.

• Recognition and Membership Opportunities
  Explore the Paul Harris Fellow program, Paul Harris Society, PolioPlus Society, and how these opportunities recognize and encourage sustained giving.

• Your Role as a New Member
  Learn practical ways you can get involved right away: from promoting Foundation giving in your club, to supporting events, to sharing the Rotary story in your community.

Why Attend?

The Rotary Foundation is at the heart of Rotary’s ability to create lasting change. This session will help new members:

• Understand how their support translates into measurable impact.

• Connect personally with Rotary’s global mission.

• Feel more confident engaging in Foundation conversations in their club.

• Be inspired to become active contributors to Rotary’s future.

How to Join

• Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2025

• Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. (via Zoom)

• Cost: Free