THIS WEEK: Steve Miller, Highlands Ranch Rotary Foundation Update
11am Community Service Meeting
Inspiration: TBA
Please let Tim know if you are interested in giving in March or April, 303-898-1214 or timsparks@q.com
LAST WEEK
Gitangali Rao, TIME Magazine "Kid of the Year"
Just 15 years old, Gitangali was selected from a field of more than 5,000 nominees as TIME’s first ever Kid of the Year. She spoke about her astonishing work using technology to tackle issues ranging from contaminated drinking water to opioid addiction and cyberbullying, and about her mission to create a global community of young innovators to solve problems the world over. “Observe, brainstorm, research, build and communicate to find your inner innovator.” Her brilliant mind and generous spirit shone through, along with her inspiring message to other young people: don’t try to fix every problem, just focus on one that excites you. “If I can do it,” she said, “anybody can do it.”
We welcomed 92 participants to share Gitangali's talk.
Steve Miller announced our Foundation donated $2500 to the Children's Kindness Network in Gitangali's name.
Scott Davenport gave a big THANK YOU to his Rotary Family.
Announcements
May 8th and the recycling event seems a long way off but the planning needs to happen now. Marty Genereux needs approximately 60 volunteers for 2 shifts for the 9am - 2pm event.
In an effort to minimize traffic, the event will no longer accept scrap metal; see the updated flyer on FB or our website.
Please call or email Marty to volunteer, 303-798-9036 or MGenereux317@gmail.com with your name, phone, and email.
Community Service
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.
Thanks to Connie Dix and her granddaughters for providing more colorful bags for Project Angel Heart
Our dedicated volunteers braved a cold St. Patrick's Day at IFCS, pop-the-trunk
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.
Military Support - Jerry Selinfreund
The Crawford House is up and running again, and in need of food donations. The Highlands Ranch Rotary Foundation has assisted with a $1,000 donation.
The UFC Gym, 7824 Park Meadows Dr, will host the DUT (Daily Ultimate Training) games 3/27 from 11 AM-2 PM. They are asking for a $20 donation, a portion of which will go towards Warrior Bonfire.
Upcoming Events:
Apr 1 - How to Control Emotions, Understanding the Brain, 6:30-7:30pm, register for free at rotary5450.org
Apr 12, 1-3pm Project Cure, 10377 E. Geddes Ave, Centennial
May 6 - 12 noon, Hybrid, in-person Rotary meeting at Lone Tree Hotel & Golf
May 7 - 2021District Conference, details forthcoming
May 8 – Community Paint and Electronics Recycling at UC Health (Lucent Blvd) 9 to 2:00. Donations encouraged
Paint; free, unlimited amounts, acrylic, latex, stains and more
Electronics; TVs ($25 ea)
May 8th is also our District's Day of Service
Jun 12 - 16 - Rotary International Virtual Conference
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!
