THIS WEEK: Joshua Knight and Chuck Bahr, Water for Cameroon
Meeting Link: see email from Phil with new link and passcode
Inspiration: Connie Golas
LAST WEEK - Phil Calderbank, ShelterBox
Phil, our new contact person, introduced Kathleen Pierz, ShelterBox Ambassador. ShelterBox is an international disaster relief charity established in 2000 in Helston, Cornwall, UK, that provides emergency shelter and other aid items to families around the world who have lost their homes to disaster or conflict. In 2012 ShelterBox was named Rotary International's Global Project Partner in Disaster Relief. And, in 2020 RI and ShelterBox continue to partner to shelter families around the globe. Together ShelterBox and Rotary have sheltered 1.5 million people. Kathleen shared a video emphasizing the African word for home, KUNYUMBA, and how ShelterBox helps people take back their lives and their homes.
Upon invitation, Kathleen will attend events showcasing ShelterBox.
While ShelterBox celebrates their 20th anniversary, John Logan celebrates 40 years in Rotary.
Congratulations John!
We welcomed Kelsey Lyons, previously a member of the Del Norte Albuquerque, NM and Frisco, Summit County CO Clubs and Steve Aguilar, a new member in the Sunrise group.
Regarding membership, Elaine announced we are 89 members strong, Mindy has moved to the e-club, and welcomed Steve Aguilar.
Tamie shared Bev Mendel's video thanking healthcare workers. And, thanked those who made 18 no-sew blankets and Connie Golas for delivering them to Children's Hospital.
Shrin received a photo thank you from Children's Hospital,
Announcements
The District Natural Disaster Response Committee is currently working with 4 local Rotarian clubs in Grand Lake and other effected Colorado areas to
determine how best to distribute donated funds for relief from the Cameron Peak and Troublesome fires. It will take some time before needs assessments can be completed. On the ground service opportunities to assist with the relief effort will most likely not occur until late spring or summer, after FEMA and other government
agencies have completed their assessments and work. In addition, our Club also contributed financially to the Southern Oregon Fire Disaster Relief fund.
Tamie thanked Debbie Leonard and Kevin Mizer as co-chairs of the Visioning committee. The results of the survey will be reported at the Board meeting Wednesday morning, 13th. Contact Tamie if you are interested in joining the meeting or wish to join the committee.
"Family of Rotary Concerns"
This week we shared:
Scott is in a rehab center and accepting calls and texts.
Jerry Wilford offered condolences to former District Governor, Ray Klinginsmith after the passing of his wife Judie.
Jan Keyton and others are making meals for Dona and Jim Kelley; Dona is experiencing a tougher recovery after this knee surgery.
Community Service
IFCS pop the trunk Jan 13may need a few additional volunteers. Contact Claudia if interested, 262-391-4833
Free the Girlsprovides an economic opportunity for survivors of sex trafficking as we learned in a prior meeting. We are collecting new and gently used bras and camisoles; please check your drawers and involve your friends and neighbors. You may take your collected items to Elizabeth until Jan 22 and after Feb 7th, 9077 Ranch River Circle 80126.
Contact Elizabeth, 970-799-4321, if interested in volunteering at ReStore (Habitat for Humanity). Project Angel Heart continues to collect decorated bags for food distribution. Contact Elizabeth for more bags.
Remember to send your volunteer hours to Elizabeth including your name, what activity you participated in, the date of the activity, and the number of hours, 970-799-4321.
Upcoming Events:
Jan 18 - painting at Help & Hope, contact Elizabeth if interested in joining
Jan 21 - Project Cure, 6:30pm, 10377 E. Geddes Ave, Centennial
Jan 25 - Metro Caring, 9am - 12:30pm,
5200 Smith Road in Denver, 9 volunteers needed. Sign Up online at
Please join theHighlands Ranch Rotary Sunrise Clubfor our regular meetings. We are currently meeting virtually and hope to return to Children’s Hospital in Highlands Ranch soon. We are still a very active club, have regular speakers, participate in “safe” service volunteer opportunities, and strive to make a difference in the community. And we have fun at the same time!
Zoom call meetings are the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays from 7:15 – 8:30 am. Please contact either Gary Smith (303-522-3355) or Elena Cumberbatch-Lynch (303-875-3418) for the Zoom meeting link. This is a great opportunity for a make-up meeting or for potential members that cannot easily attend noon meetings. We look forward to seeing you and welcome any guests that would like to join us!
