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Greeter(s): Guy & Claudia Caves
Inspiration: Kevin Mizer
50/50 winner: Jerry Selinfreund
LAST WEEK: Bill Bottoms, Project Angel Heart
Sue introduced Bill who shared how Project Angel Heart began in 1991 and how over the years they now prepare 12-15,000 homemade, medically tailored meals weekly in ~1700 bags of prepared, delivered food. This would not be possible without the help of their >8000 active volunteers, donations, grants and support from food banks, We Don't Waste, and local groceries. For more information see, www.projectangelheart.org.
We welcomed Shannon O'Brien, visiting Texas Rotarian now moving to Colorado and Nita Sosebee and Linda & Alan Watchorn who learned about Rotary at the recycle event!
Rotary Moment
Mark Eberly shared his moment when joining Rotary and experiencing the world aspect of Rotary through the youth exchange programs.
Debby Doig opened nominations for two open Trustee positions for the HRRF; nominations will remain open for two weeks. On June 1st all noon members will receive an email to cast their vote (one week response time). On June 7th the results will be final. From the floor Steve Miller nominated Debby for another 3-year term as Chairperson; Jerry Wilford nominated Bob Larson; Mark Brown nominated Bill Leeper, and Connie Golas nominated Ron Lester. Bill commended the Foundation for being great stewards of our money.
Connie Golas gave an update on the Afghan family: they need a vehicle able to seat 10 and gently used or new clothing for their children. Please see Connie's email for more specific needs.
Announcements
Thanks to all who contributed snacks and gift cards for the students at Eagle Academy.
Due to construction at Eastridge, the Sunrise Group will begin meeting in the Arrowhead Room at Southridge Rec Center, 4800 McArthur Ranch Rd, 80130 through August. Except on June 1st where they will have a special off-site 7:15am meeting at Zuma's Rescue Ranch. Please contact Gary Smith if interested in attending, smiffsden@centurylink.net.
Jerry provided an update on the NCOA Golf Tournament, we have 11 Rotarians and 5 Purple Heart Vets signed up to play and have received $4100 in contributions, the highest ever!! Jerry presented Mike Foss with a $5000 check from the Military Support Committee for the Warrior Bonfire program.
If you attended the District Conference, you may receive a partial reimbursement of $25, contact Guy.
Without his hat Bob auctioneering skills excel; Bob Martin bought a Portuguese port wine for $125 going back to our Foundation.
Bill also noted upcoming job openings:
- Lead for Bright Futures as Tamie is assuming new roles as Assistant District Governor
- Lead for Tech Team as Kari would like to continue her role as Web Master
We will not have a meeting on Jun 23rd since the picnic is on the June 25th. We will meet at noon on Jun 30th.
Save the Date
Jun 4-8 - Rotary International Convention, Houston, TX. See email from May 5th to register in-person or virtually.
Jun 15th - NCOA Fort Carson Golf Tournament
To register for the NCOA, Red, White, and Blue golf tournament, please pick up a registration form and return it with your registration fee to either Jerry Selinfreund or Tom Keyton. The cost for a Veteran or in-service military is $50 and for a non-Vet or civilian $65 which covers green fees and golf cart. For levels of sponsorship see email from May 2nd.
To expedite entry into Fort Carson please provide the following information: name as it appears on your driver's license, home address, and driver's license number
Jun 18th - "The Wedding Singer" at Littleton Town Hall Theatre, 7:30pm.
Jun 21 - Next meal prep, BBQ, Aurora Ronald McDonald House, 5 volunteers needed. Contact Connie Golas if interested, 303-875-5666.
Jun 25th - Changing of the Guard picnic, Northridge Rec Center, 12-3pm. No meeting on the 23rd, we will meet at noon on the 30th.
July 11-15 - Volunteers needed for I Can Bike, Englewood Middle School, 3800 S Logan St, 80110. See Kevin for registration form or contact Kent Husa with questions, info@cyclemovement.bike
Membership Committee
Next meeting May 26th, 4:30pm before our evening meeting
International Service
Next meeting June 9th, 11am
Rotary Teacher Training
Next meeting June 3rd, 4-6pm, Calderbank's home, 6571 Yale Drive, HR. 80130
Pediatric Mental Health Committee
Next meeting June 7th, 9am via Zoom
Public Relations Committee
Next meeting, June 14th, 4:30pm, Debbie Leonard's home
Community Service
Next meeting, June 16th, 1:30pm.
Nancy read a thank you note from the 1st graders at Sedalia when we provided the students and teachers with a pizza party.
Pop-the-trunk is the 3rd Wed of the month from 8:30-11:30am. Please arrive by 8:15am. Next date, June 15th, 4 volunteers needed.
Contact ReStore, 970-799-4321, if you are interested in volunteering and register at habitatmetrodenver.org (click the ReStores tab).
Project Angel Heart continues to collect decorated bags for food distribution.
Military Support
Next meeting May 25th, 8am via Zoom.
Jerry Selinfreund will be honored this
July at the NCOA Conference. He will be elevated to "The Order of the Sword". Order of the Sword is an ancient ceremony rich in tradition. The ceremony is conducted by NCO's to honor leaders who have made significant contributions to the enlisted corps. Congratulations Jerry, an honor well deserved!
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