"Sound of Freedom" Movie - District Event
On Friday Night, 11 October, at 6:30 PM, a special showing of the Movie "Sound of Freedom" will take place at the AMC Houston 8 Theatre.  This event is being sponsored by Rotary International District 5890's Empowering Girls and Women Peace Committee ,,, and is being held on The International Day of the Girl.  The purpose for this event is two-fold:
 
a)  Raise awareness of the Child Sex-Trafficking Problem in the U.S. (Houston being one of the central hubs of this activity), and
b)  Raise funds for two of the most successful and dedicated (local) NGOs that are addressing Public/Civic Awareness and Victim Rescue and Recovery.
 
 Stan and Susan Galanski are two of the Director Level Sponsors and have 16 seats set aside for our guests to attend this event.  If you are interested in learning more about this serious problem (across our city and in our neighborhoods), and would like to attend as one of our guests, please get back to me soonest (via a reply email or my cell phone), as the seats will be assigned on a first come/first serve basis.
 
If you are not able to acquire one of these free seats, and are still moved to attend the movie and show support for our local advocates, please follow the directions cited in the attachments to obtain a ticket via on-line payment.  I invite you to come out and show your support for the people who are "in the trenches" each day trying to make our neighborhoods safer and protecting our youth.  Members of NTZ and Unbound-Now Houston will be in attendance and willing to field your questions before or after the movie.
 
Feel free to pass this invite on to a friend whom you think would be interested in this subject and/or attending.
 
 
Stan Galanski
Assistant Governor, Rotary District 5890 (2023-2026)
Ambassador, Rotary Action Group - Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (2024-)
Vice President, Rotarian Wine Appreciation Fellowship (2014-)
Aide to Past RI President, Trustee (2024-2028)
Past President, Rotary Club of Space Center (2021-2023)
713.301.0721
Global Grant Donation of $2000 

What is a Global Grant?

 

Global grants have a minimum budget of $30,000 and a maximum World Fund award of $400,000.  Grant sponsors can use a combination of District Designated Funds (DDF), cash, and/or directed gift and endowed fund program award spendable amounts to fund a global grant. The Foundation will provide an 80 percent World Fund match for all DDF contributions. There is no minimum World Fund match.  Both the district or club in the country where the activity is carried out and the international partner district or club must first become qualified before applying for a global grant.

 

To be approved, your application must clearly describe how your project, scholarship, or vocational training team:

  • Is sustainable — include plans for long-term success after the global grant funds have been spent
  • Includes measurable goals
  • Aligns with one of Rotary's areas of focus
  • Responds to real community needs — any club or district that applies for a global grant to support a humanitarian project or a vocational training team must conduct a community assessment first and design the project based on what they learn through that assessment.
  • Actively involves Rotary and community members
  • Meets the eligibility requirements in the grants terms and conditions

Applications are accepted throughout the year and are reviewed as they're received.

Global Grant 2458184 “Let me walk again with prosthetics”

The Rotary e-club of Houston has donated $2,000 toward this global grant sponsored by the Rotary Club of Ciudad Juarez Oriente (D-4110) and the Rotary Club of Los Lunas (D-5520).  This grant has been approved by Rotary International in the amount of $40,800 USD.  This grant was introduced to our club by Salvador Gonzalez.  He is a member of our club and lives in El Paso, Texas. 

 
Community Service
As we start our new Rotary year focused on providing "Service Beyond Self", we look to align our activities with important events in our communities. 
 
  • September – Education Focused - Back to School
    • Member participation and documentation of efforts to support education activities & initiatives.
    • School supply donations to local schools
    • Book Drive – Link with Stan & Kim Edwards (E-club Member) – Hearts for Guatemala
    • Book and Electronics drive - Link up with Protus Onyango (E-club Member) - Lanterns for Light
    • Teacher Support through Amazon (teacher wish lists)
Please support and be active through these focused opportunities in your communities.
 
Robert Stein
What's Happening - Members Only
Isis Meijas - "I got married!" Congratulations to our Past President, Isis!  
 
Chopin Kiang - On the mend - still recovering from several hospitalizations but doing better.  May you continue to become stronger and healthier!
 
Lynette Wilke - Invited to speak to Rotarians in India about Certification of Rotary Youth Exchange Program and How to Build a Successful Rotary Youth Exchange Program.  She will be traveling with PDG Sonny and Rashmi Sharma.  
 
Dick Robie  - Supported Harvest for the Hungry at their 4th fundraiser.  "In Texas, 1 in 7 people, including 1 in 4 children, struggle with hunger everyday. Together, we can make a difference by providing fresh and free produce to struggling families within our community." - Feeding America  Several of our club members have volunteered at Harvest for the Hungery in the past.  It is located on 61 acres, in Freeport, Texas, where farm-to-table fruits, vegetables, honey, eggs, fish, and other healthy foods are grown.  Every year, Harvest for the Hungry secures thousands of pounds of healthy farm-to-table food that goes to local communities and partners that serve the residents in Brazoria, Fort Bend, Harris County, and others.
 
Anais Watsky - Selling raffle tickets (need not be present to win) for the 7th Annual Charity Golf Tournament benefitting Hope Center Houston.  Drawing date is September 23 at 6:00 pm.  $10 each or 6 tickets for $50.  Hope Center provides resources for men and women experiencing homelessness.  The program nurtures the body with breakfast, lunch, laundry, showers, and clothing, while assisting with medical and mental health needs.  Life-skills classes, counseling, AA, and referrals to support efforts to transition off of the streets are offered along with prayers, Bible study, and chapel to encourage and support spiritual needs.  Services also include a medical clinic, county health services, mail service, Wifi and computer access, allowing guests to conduct job searches and connect with family.   Hope Center is located at 821 Peakwood, Houston, Texas 77090.
 
Protus Onyango - Requests donations for his nonprofit organization, Lantern for Light Foundation.  Currently building a Digital Library in Sega, a rural village in Kenya.  The construction is already 90% completed and a shipping container will soon be sent with laptops or desktop computers (must have internet capability), tablets or kindles, leadership books, entrepreneurial books, and spiritual books.
 
ML Brookshire - Recently contacted by BBC World Service for an interview about Clubhouse Ghana to create a documentary.  This nonprofit's mission is "Ending social and economic isolation for people with mental illness by growing the number and quality of Clubhouse rehabilitation programs worldwide."
 
Valerii Iakovenko - Participated in a roundtable discussion  on "From Detection to Action:  Drones and Agriculture in the United States" and "Fleet of millions:  Ukrainian secrets of mass production of drones" at the Commercial UAV Expo with the first Ukrainian Pavilion to participate in this world's largest UAV industry event in Las Vegas.
 
 
 
                              
 
Program: Grit: The power of passion and perseverance

Why you should listen

In her late 20s, Angela Lee Duckworth left a demanding job as a management consultant at McKinsey to teach math in public schools in San Francisco, Philadelphia and New York.

After five years of teaching seventh graders, she went back to grad school to complete her Ph.D. in psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, where she is now an assistant professor in the psychology department. Her research subjects include students, West Point cadets, and corporate salespeople, all of whom she studies to determine how "grit" is a better indicator of success than factors such as IQ or family income.

What others say

“Angela Lee Duckworth's research validated and furthered my beliefs in the keys to success for individuals, teams and a business. While intelligence is required, Angela demonstrated that the determining factors for success were perseverance, hard work and a drive to improve.” — Shabbir Dahod, Forbes

Following this talk, you may opt to go to ted.com and search for this talk to take a survey:  How much grit do you have?

 
New Fundraiser - KROGER"S
We all buy groceries and now our dollars spent at Kroger's will return a portion to our Rotary club.  We have become a part of the NPO (Non-Profit Organization) Kroger Community Rewards Program.  If you are already part. of this program, it is possible to change your designated charity.  How?
Visit http://www.kroger.com. Once logged into their Kroger account, search for ROTARY E-CLUB OF HOUSTON, TEXAS USA either by name or BG564 and then click Enroll. New users will need to create an account which requires some basic information, a valid email address and a rewards card.  If you previously participated in this reward program, you may now change your choice to Rotary e-Club of Houston.

*Customers must have a registered Kroger rewards card account to link to your organization.
*If a member does not yet have a Kroger rewards card, please inquire at the customer service desk at any Kroger

NOTE:  REMEMBER, purchases will not count for our organization until after our members  register their rewardscard.
Participants must swipe their registered Kroger rewards card or use the phone number that is related to their registered Kroger rewards card when shopping for each purchase to count.
 
The monies earned here will be deposited into our club foundation account to be used solely for service projects.
 
We just received our first check from Krogers on October 1st! 
District Movie Night - "Sound of Freedom"
Rotary District 5890's "Empowering Girls & Women Peace Committee" Movie Night!
You are invited to a viewing of the movie, “SOUND OF FREEDOM” PG-13 
Friday, October 11, 2024 
AMC Houston 8, 510 Texas St. Houston, TX 77002
Event Sponsorships Available!

Come join us for an exciting movie night featuring "Sound of Freedom" at AMC Houston 8! Get ready for a thrilling experience with your fellow Rotary members. 

This PG-13 movie will keep you on the edge of your seat and support two 501c(3) charities UnboundNow and NTZ|No Trafficking Zone raising awareness for human trafficking. Don't miss out on this in-person event - it's going to be a blast!

 
Be An Event Sponsor!  
For any other sponsorship levels mail completed form and check made payable to “The University Area Rotary Club Foundation”: Mr. Dick Stabell Rotary Club of University Area P.O. 980834 Houston, Texas 77098.
 
Please email your high-resolution logos to: sonya.heath@gmail.com, Subject line: Logo 
 
All sponsorships must be paid and names provided by October 1, 2024 to meet print deadlines. 
 
The Peace Committee of Rotary District 5890 sincerely appreciates your support.
END POLIO NOW

END POLIO NOW

Rotary District 5890 "3rd Annual Paddling For Polio" FUNraiser to END POLIO NOW!
Location:  Typhoon Texas Waterpark, 555 Katy Fort Bend Road, Katy, TX 77494
Date:  Saturday, October 19th
Time:  10 AM - 4 PM
Purchase your rubber duck(s) for $20/duck or $100 for 6 ducks!
The family fun begins as 10 AM.
-  "Kid Zone" some of your favorite characters available for photos!
-  Vendor Booths open at 10 AM
-  Cornhole Tournament & games for all ages throughout the day
-  Food & Drinks available throughout the day
 

WHY A PADDLING FOR POLIO RUBBER DUCK RACE?

We’re in a race against polio so we’re "Paddling for Polio" to raise funds to help End Polio Now for the 2024 World Polio Day  We’re encouraging each of our 55 Rotary and Rotaract clubs to contribute to The Rotary Foundation's PolioPlus Fund.  Send your receipt to Karen Kurt and she'll automatically enter your duck(s) in our Paddling for Polio Rubber Duck Race!
 
If every Rotarian purchases a rubber duck or two, we can raise over $30,000 which in turn will be matched by the Gates Foundation two-for-one and we turn the $30,000 into $90,000 for polio eradication.  Each club will sell ducks for $20 each or 6 ducks for $100.  We will have some nice gifts for our top finishers.
 
HOW DO I PURCHASE MY LUCKY RUBBER DUCKS?   
By making a charitable donation to the The Rotary Foundation's "PolioPlus Fund" which is a 503(c)3 non-profit.  
 
Deadline to purchase your duck(s):   You must email Karen a copy of your donation receipt to The Rotary Foundation no later than 2 PM on Friday, October 18th
 
Here's How:
▪ Option #1.  Rotarians & Rotaractors can make an “Individual Donation” to Rotary’s PolioPlus Fund:
For your donation to be credited to your Rotary account for Paul Harris Fellow credit, you will need your Rotary ID number.   If you happen to have a Rotary Magazine nearby, your Rotary ID is listed on the mailing label, just above your name and address between the two #’s – Example: #012345678# (note: when you enter your ID number, you don’t need to include the # before or after the numbers.
  1.  MAIL:  Make a donation to Rotary's “PolioPlus Fund” using The Rotary Foundation's "Individual Donor Form" (click here)  Before mailing your form to Rotary International, make a copy and send to Karen Kurt via email KarenBranhamKurt@gmail.com so she can reserve your duck(s).
  2. ROTARY DIRECT ONLINE DONATION:  Make a safe and secure online donation to the “PolioPlus Fund” via "Rotary Direct" online" (click here)…send Karen a copy of the receipt so she can reserve your duck(s).
  3. ROTARY'S "RAISE FOR ROTARY" ONLINE DONATION:  (CLICK TO LEARN MORE) Make a safe and secure donation to Rotary's “PolioPlus Fund” through our District 5890 “Raise for Rotary” webpage (click here).  You can pay with credit card, or just below the blue “Donate Now” button on our "Paddling for Rotary" webpage, you can click “Donating by check?” for instructions.  You may need to include your Rotary ID number to receive Paul Harris Fellow credit. Remember to send Karen a copy of your receipt so she can reserve your rubber duck(s)!  Here's the direct link to our "Paddling for Rotary" Raise for Rotary webpage:  https://raise.rotary.org/nlanderson/fundraiser932255

Note:  Our District 5890 Raise for Rotary QR Code below is specifically for donating to our District 5890 "Paddling For Polio" Rubber Duck Race" event.  You will receive an email confrimation of your donation, plus The Rotary Foundation will email you a Tax Receipt.

Anyone can purchase a duck to help eradicate polio!
Share the above QR Code or this direct link, https://raise.rotary.org/nlanderson/fundraiser932255, and encourage friends and family to contribute!  
 
▪ Option #2. Members can purchase their rubber duck through their Rotary club
Give your contribution to your club.  Each Club President will be responsible for submitting their member's donations with either a Rotary Foundation Multi-Donor or Individual Contribution Form.  Club presidents should forward a copy of their Rotary Foundation Multi-Donor or an Individual Contribution Form to Karen Kurt before mailing to Rotary International:  Text to 832-228-3571 or click here to email her no later than 2 PM on Friday, October 18. 
 
 
Info about the Duck Race
Karen will assign duck numbers in the order of payment receipts/TRF Contribution Forms are received.  Our apologies, but we are not able to assign specific numbers to specific individuals.  
We will hold 25 heats of 100 ducks (based upon the total numer of ducks sponsored) with the top finishers moving on to the final round.  We will broadcast live on YouTube and our Rotary District 5890 Facebook page.  You need not be present to win.
 
Be a Polio Hero!  Make your donation...make a copy of the Rotary Foundation Donor Form, Rotary Direct online donation receipt, or “Raise for Rotary” receipt and send to Karen Kurt no later than 2 PM on Friday, October 18th...and she'll reserve your rubber duck(s) for the race!
 
Learn more about Rotary's End Polio Now goals - Click here
Learn more about The Rotary Foundation - Click here
 
The Global Eradication of Polio Is Rotary's Promise To The Children Of The World!
Together, Let's End Polio Now!
 
We look forward to seeing you, your family & friends at the event.
Paul & Karen Kurt
District 5890 PolioPlus Committee Co-Chairs
 
PUMPKINS FOR POLIO FUNRAISER TO END POLIO NOW
District 5890 PolioPlus Committee's "Pumpkins For Polio" FUNraiser to END POLIO NOW!
Join us for this FUN Family Event at First Colony Mall in Sugar Land
October 24-27, 2024
 
"Pumpkins For Polio" Fundraiser to END POLIO NOW!  
For the 2024 World Polio Day, District 5890 is planning a great collaborative fundraiser for all D5890 to come together and raise funds to help wipe polio of the planet!   
 
DG Nancy's Goal is for each club that participates to raise $2,000 for Rotary's PolioPlus Fund to eradicate polio.    Join us for a fun and impactful fundraiser that brings together creativity and compassion to help END POLIO NOW. e
 
Our District 5890 goal for 2024-2025 is to raise $50,000 Rotary's PolioPlus Fund which will be matched 2-for-1 by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation raising the total to $150,000 to help End Polio Now!  
 
🎃 PUMPKIN JUDGING CONTEST 🎃
Houston area Rotary clubs have decorated pumpkins, and we need your help to choose the best one! 🎨
Here's how it works:
  1. Purchase a ticket for just $1.  (We'll also have QR Codes there for different donation levels)
  2. Place your ticket in the container by your favorite pumpkin.
  3. Every dollar you spend will be donated to Rotary's PolioPlus Fund, A 501(C)3 non-profit, to END POLIO NOW, 

💵 Your $1 becomes $3! The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will match every dollar 2-for-1, tripling your impact!:

Come out to support a great cause, enjoy the creative pumpkin designs, and help us make history by ending polio once and for all! 💪🎃

Link to our Facebook Event Page:  https://www.facebook.com/share/vHAujwsQ3T9wk57K/
 
Designing Your Rotary Experience
GET INVOLVED IN WAYS THAT MATTER TO YOU 
Rotary offers benefits for people of all ages and backgrounds. From learning more about the world to learning more about yourself, you can grow by engaging with Rotary’s global network and the array of activities, programs, and interest groups that Rotary offers.

When you get involved in Rotary you expand your perspective by honing your skills, learning from professionals, making new connections, and making a difference in your community and around the world.

We know that each member has a unique combination of interests, skills, and talents, and so each member will be attracted to different activities. This guide describes the options you can choose from to personalize your Rotary experience and get involved in ways that matter to you.

Following is a blueprint of how to participate in Rotary and engage as a Rotarian:

ATTEND CLUB MEETINGS AND EVENTS.

Introduce yourself to members in your club to get
to know them better. Being genuinely interested in others shows people you value them, and these small interactions can lead to lasting friendships.  Our e-club offers a Speaker Series monthly on the third Tuesday at noon.  See the website calendar for information on the program.  On the calendar we will also post district events such as fundraisers, all district activities, special events, Rotary training programs. social activities, etc.

CREATE A MY ROTARY ACCOUNT.

When you register for a My Rotary account and create a profile, you can access Rotary’s online tools and locate and connect with members near and far using the Find a Member tool.  If you need assistance, do not hesitate to ask one of our board members.  This is very important to give you easy access to donating to the Rotary Foundation, finding a list of active global grants needing partners, Rotary training, Rotary interest stories, and more.

ATTEND DISTRICT MEETINGS AND EVENTS.

Clubs are grouped into more than 500 districts worldwide. By connecting with other clubs and leaders in your district, you can learn how to get involved in Rotary beyond your club and make a greater impact.

GET INVOLVED WITH CLUB INITIATIVES.

Volunteering to take part in a project, attend a meeting, or serve in a club role, such as being on a committee, will let you work with others in meaningful ways and contribute to your club’s impact. You can also suggest speakers from service and project partners or from other organizations that share Rotary’s values. Ask your club how you can help.  We encourage you to share YOUR ideas and find a "job" within our club.

VISIT ANOTHER CLUB.

You can locate Rotary and Rotaract club meetings to attend using the Find a Club tool. You might think of ways to collaborate on club activities or hear of an idea you want to try with your club. Visiting other clubs fosters new connections and inspiration.  You will always be welcome in any club around the world, and while traveling may make new friends, hear interesting speakers and learn how Rotary participates in their community.

JOIN A ROTARY FELLOWSHIP.

Meet others with similar interests by joining a Rotary Fellowship, an international group of people with a common hobby, identity, culture, or vocation. This is a fun way to make friends and explore a pastime or profession.  We have several club members who have joined the Rotary Wine Fellowship.  

JOIN A ROTARY ACTION GROUP.

These include people around the world who have expertise and passion in a particular area, such as economic development, education, the environment, or safe water. Join a Rotary Action Group to share your knowledge, develop your skills, and make professional and personal connections.  One of our members, Isis Meijas, initiated WASH-RAG (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Rotary Action Group).  Additionally, there are three groups dedicated to promoting peace - Peace, Refugees, Slavery Prevention.  Other groups focus on fighting disease - Addiction Prevention, Alzheimer's Dementia, Blindness Prevention, Blood and Organ Donation, Diabetes, Mental Health Initiatives, etc.

PARTICIPATE IN A ROTARY FRIENDSHIP EXCHANGE.
Experience different cultures and build international understanding and friendships. This program for Rotary members and friends prioritizes cultural immersion, international service, or vocational exchanges. Friendship Exchange participants take turns hosting one another in their homes and clubs.  The Charlesworth's. have enjoyed several memorable trips as part of Rotary Friendship Exchanges with South Africa, Estonia, New Zealand, and Germany.

SUPPORT YOUR CLUB.

You can help your club thrive by offering your expertise and skills through serving as a club officer, as a committee member, or in another role.

PARTICIPATE IN LOCAL SERVICE ACTIVITIES.

Find out what projects your club, neighboring clubs, and your district are working on and volunteer for one or more. Work with partners or conduct a community assessment to identify projects that would benefit your local area.  Robert Stein, Community Service Chair, suggests areas of focus for project themes each month.  In addition, we occasionally share projects of other Rotary clubs and they always appreciate more helping hands.  In our e-club we mostly have individual efforts rather than club planned projects due to our wide distribution of members across state lines and even other countries.  Robert would like to capture the time spent by our members in donating time and talent or money donated to community projects.

PARTICIPATE IN INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS.

Many clubs partner with clubs in other parts of the world to address a need in one of their communities. Together, they have more time and funding, as well as the expertise of members, partners, and Rotary program alumni to bring about sustainable, positive change. Find a project and get involved.  We have club members who are engaged with international projects in Guatemala, Ghana, Ukraine, Venezuela, and more.

JOIN THE EFFORT TO ERADICATE POLIO.

Raise awareness about Rotary’s work to end polio, donate to the PolioPlus Fund, or volunteer for a National Immunization Day. Post about polio on social media or include a link to endpolio.org in your email signature. Write to us to learn about upcoming trips for NIDs.  We ask each member to donate $50 or more to eradicate ate polio each year in addition to a donation to the Rotary Foundation,  

 
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To Do List for Active Rotarians
 
1.  Read the newsletter and listen to the TedTalk (counts as a meeting credit).
2.  Update your own Biography on ClubRunner.  If you have already written yours, please read about another club member to get to know them better.
3.  Notify Robin Charlesworth or Wind Nguyen if you are not on the club's WhatsApp group.
4.  Community Service -   Donate to a clean water project or to  "End Polio Now".
5.  Reach out and call a fellow club member to build better friendships.
 
"All Aboard" The District 5890 Express Train to our 2025 District Conference
MAY 1-4, 2025 at the Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center in College Station
OUR DESTINATION:  TEXAS A&M HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTER
Overlooking Kyle Field, the Doug Pitcock '49 Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center is located on the beautiful and historic Texas A&M campus. Housed in a striking glass tower across from Kyle Field and near the Memorial Student Center, the hotel and conference center provides stunning accommodations. 
 
Go to the Rotary District 5890 website to "Register to Attend District Conference" and  "Link to Hotel Room Reservations"
 
Hotel Room Rates:  
$159 (King),  $169 (Double Queen),  $219 (Suites)
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Texas A&M Hotel's Reveille's Canine Pals - this is a dog friendly hotel for $50 non-refundable deposit.
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District Conference Registration Fees:
$299/pp - April 29, 2024 -Jan 31, 2025
$399/pp - February 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Spouse/Guest of Rotarian (non-Rotarians) Price:  $195/pp (no additional discounts allowed)
District Conference Registration Includes: 
Welcome Reception at George Bush Presidential Library
Five (5) District Conference Meals
Multiple Hospitality Suites with Free Cocktails & Mocktails nightly!
Events includes "First Friday in Bryan" - Live music, family-friendly activities in Historic Downtown Bryan.
 
Upcoming Events & Speakers
Past Speakers
Jenna MacEwan and Joanna Herr
May 21, 2024
Water4Life Global
Melissa Ramon - Amaanah
Apr 16, 2024 12:00 PM
Refugees in Houston
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