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Service Above Self

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3rd tuesday of month on your computer

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Anywhere Worldwide, TX
United States of America

Monthly newsletter; Board of Director meetings monthly - Second Tuesday @ Noon; Speaker Series monthly - Third Tuesday @ Noon Service Above Self - Service projects - ANYTIME

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President's Message

To the Glory of God, I received a designated appointment this month to serve in France

at an Ambassadorial level. I'll be leaving next month for the Ceremony under Her Excellency Mavis Ama Frimpong the Country Ambassador. The Honorable Osei-Mensah Michael who is President, OGHA and GHACIF in Paris, France. He wrote “Your tenacity, persistence, determination, energy, passion and drive won us all over. ” ML has also made connections with the Rotary Club de Neuilly-sur-Seine. Our club members are invited to join their hybrid meeting on October 20th immediately following our monthly club meeting at noon CST.

Due to these events please excuse me if I am unable to attend the upcoming October meeting and/or fellowship due to time difference constraints (7-hour difference to Central Standard Time).

Books for the World - October 3

Let's come together for a great morning of Service Above Self!

We are inviting all Interact Clubs across D5890 to join us for the Books for the World Sorting and Packing Event on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM at 3403 Navigation Blvd, Houston.

We're especially excited to have our District Governor, Camille Hamilton, joining us and working alongside fellow Rotarians and Interactors as we sort and pack books that will help bring the gift of education to communities around the world. Bring as many Interactors, roll up your sleeves, and enjoy a morning of service, fellowship, and Rotary in Action! Our deadline for RSVP is October 1st.

Update on Immigration Laws

Online Meeting with Immigration Attorney Ruby L. Powers for the Ukrainian Community

We are pleased to invite members of the Ukrainian community to an online meeting with immigration attorney Ruby L. Powers.

This meeting is organized by the Rotary ICC USA-Ukraine and made possible thanks to the generosity and kind willingness of Ruby L. Powers (an active member of the Rotary e-Club of Houston) to support and assist the Ukrainian community by sharing her professional knowledge and experience.

During the meeting, Ruby will discuss important immigration-related topics and answer questions that may be relevant to Ukrainians currently living in the United States.

Anyone interested is welcome to join the meeting online and listen to the discussion.You can also submit your immigration-related question through the registration form. We encourage you to send your questions in advance so that Ruby can better understand which topics are most important to our community and address as many of them as possible during the meeting.

Please feel free to share this announcement with other Ukrainians who may benefit from this meeting.

We are very grateful to Ruby L. Powers for generously offering her time and expertise, and to the Rotary ICC USA-Ukraine for organizing this opportunity for the Ukrainian community.

We look forward to seeing you online! Soon a googledoc registration will be added to this website. for your reference to register and/or submit questions.

October 21st Zoom Meeting - Cord Blood Banking

Cord blood banking is the process of collecting and storing stem cells from a newborn's umbilical cord and placenta after birth. These stem cells can treat various diseases including leukemia, lymphoma, and sickle cell disease. PDG Tom Kelchner and PDG Nick Giannone are spreading the word about this project which will save many lives. Doctors are having exciting results using umbilical cords to treat cancers and other medical conditions and our Rotary District is raising funds for a $300,000 Global Grant from Rotary International to establish a strong. foothold in storing stem cells.

The Zoom link for the meeting on October 21 at noon (Central Time zone) is:

https://zoom.us/j/5169024011?pwd=clubhouse

Zoom ID: 516 902 4011 Password clubhouse

Interact News

We kicked off the 26-27 Interact school year at Klein Forest High School (part of Klein Independent School District - Texas).

This school year, the school Interact club report about 170 registered members and the officers are ready to lead this school year. Besides the President, there are other 8 board members that promise to make this a very active year for the students.

For October/November, they have 3 different volunteer activities coming up in Houston area and surroundings:

World Book Festival: Oct 3
Korean Festival: Oct 11-12
Vietnamese Veterans 5K run and Gala Nov 8

As service project, they will be teaming up with Woodshop Club to build 4 library cubbies for Smart Neighborhood Library.

Please join me in wishing this young group a good and fruitful school year.

Silveria Guel, Membership Chair & Youth Services Co-Chair

It's that time - Dues for 26-27

Dues Rotary year 26-27: One membership is $300 and the second membership as a spouse will be $150. This was changed by the Board of Directors earlier this year. Please pay promptly. Thank you to those who have already paid! If dues are not current and paid in full by December 1, the board will discuss your removal from active membership.

If you have any questions, please contact PDG Ed Charlesworth or Robin Charlesworth.

Rotary Quilt Project/Fundraiser

Fellow Rotarians,

I once heard someone speak of his grandmother’s creative use of scraps of cloth from a myriad of sources as diverse as silk and burlap. These scraps alone were not “big enough” to protect and warm her children or grandchildren on cold winter nights, but when combined these diverse scraps could form a beautiful quilt and provide comfort from the cold.

Rotary’s strength lies in its diversity—like scraps of fabric that, when combined, create a meaningful and powerful quilt. Individually, each member’s passion—whether in health, education, youth mentorship, disaster relief, or community service—may seem small, but together they form a greater impact through “Service Above Self.” This unity across different backgrounds, professions, and beliefs creates a collective force for positive change. . Together, we can create a lasting symbol of our shared service, unity, and impact.

Raffle tickets may be purchased on our website to help raise funds for our own club. Date to be determined for the raffle. Our quilt is ready to present to PDG Tom Kelchner at a meeting on August 24th. Go to Events to find the information on tickets and and to register your attendance for the Social/Rotary Foundation meeting in August.

On our ClubRunner website you may now register your volunteer hours and donations to community organizations. Click on the Member area and select Volunteers in the top blue bar. Next, select Member Hours Report. Here you may enter your activity of volunteering. Our Community Service Char, Robert Stein, will capture this information to report to the board each month. Please give it a try and if you need some help reach. our to either Robert Stein or to Robin Charlesworth. We know our club members have much to share and now this is an easy way to report back to our club just what you are doing. Our Rotary motto of "Service Above Self" is adopted by all of us and we are interested in learning about. your good deeds.

Fundraiser - KROGER'S or City Market

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.

We have received a check for about $31.00 for the second quarter of the calendar year. We need to get more members registered for our club to earn more money.

*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.

Since our club hopes to support worthy service projects, yet we don't have a strong track record with fundraising, we ask that you support our Roary club with. your purchases while grocery shopping.

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,