Town & Country Weekly

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Volume 3  Issue 20  18 November 2006

DG Bernie's Weekly Message
FOUNDATION HUMANITARIAN GRANTS

The Rotary International Foundation through its humanitarian grants programs, has, since its establishment in 1917, provided substantial funding in the support of thousands of Club & District projects.

The vast majority of these projects without the financial support of the Foundation would have struggled in achieving the desired final outcome. As Rotarians we assess needs, consider our resources and constantly endeavour to do the most with what we have. Our Foundation provides a central reserve of funds that increases the power of each Rotary Club.

 Health, Hunger and Humanity ( 3H ) Grants.

These Grants fund large-scale ( $100,000 to $300,000), two to four year, international projects, by Clubs or Districts, that enhance health, help alleviate hunger, or improve human development through self-help activities.

Matching Grants

These Grants fund medium size ( $5,000 to $25,000 ) international service projects of Rotary Clubs or Districts in cooperation with Rotarians in another country. Matching Grants are funded from District Designated Funds ( DDF ) in conjunction with The Rotary Foundation. 

District Simplified Grants ( DSG )

These Grants up to a maximum of $5,000 support the short-term service activities or humanitarian endeavors of Clubs in communities locally or internationally. Clubs must match $ for $ to secure funding. District Simplified Grants ( 20% of DDF ) are funded from District Designated Funds

Individual Grants ( Volunteer Grants )

These Grants support the travel of individual Rotarians, Spouses, Rotaractors and qualified Alumni who are planning or implementing International service projects. They replace the Discovery Grants.

Bernie Walshe
Governor

Calendar of Events:
 

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1. RYLA PROGRAM DINNER
   Michelle Blanchard, RYLA Co-director, on behalf of the District RYLA Committee has news about the upcoming 2006 Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) Program, which is just two weeks away.  Thanks to all of those clubs who have nominated candidates or agreed to sponsor candidates from the pool.  For those clubs who are yet to nominate, it's not too late!  Please contact Michelle (0403 171 989) or anyone else on the District RYLA Committee if you have a young person in mind who you think would benefit from attending RYLA.  Further information about the program can be found at http://www.ryla9800.org.au/
   
   Please don't forget that all Rotarians from District 9800 are invited and encouraged to join the program on Wednesday 6th November for the RYLA Presentation night at Wonga Park on Wednesday 6^th December 2006. The presentation dinner will be 6.30 for 7.00pm with a guarantee of a prompt start because the program is jam-packed, concluding by 9.45pm.
   
   The dinner will cost $20 per head to be paid on the night, preferably in an envelope clearly marked with your club's name.  The dinner qualifies as a make-up.
   
   The dinner will provide an excellent opportunity to experience RYLA first hand and see the impact that the program has on the young people who attend. In the past some clubs have used the evening as an opportunity to bring along prospective members or new members, to demonstrate Rotary at work.  It is a fun and inspiring evening, you will not be disappointed.
   
   Should you wish to attend, your RSVP by Thursday 30^th November by phone to John Leske (New Generations Representative, Rotary Club of Glen Eira) on 0419551769 or email leskej@tpg.com.au would be most appreciated. With thanks for your ongoing support for the RYLA Program.
    

2. CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
   SAVE!! AND WIN!! HURRY!!
   EARLY BIRD SPECIAL!!! NOT TO BE MISSED
   Register by 13th December 2006
   To Be In The Running To Win A Weekend Of Luxury
   Courtesy Of Lexus Of Blackburn.

   Just a short 45 minute drive from central Melbourne, The Sebel Heritage Yarra Valley is part of the prestigious Heritage Golf & Country Club and Heritage Retreat & Dayspa. This weekend includes one night's accommodation at The Sebel Heritage Yarra Valley in a deluxe room, including buffet breakfast for 2, access to all recreational facilities and the first private Jack Nicklaus designed signature golf course in Australia.
   To travel to your destination in style and comfort, the winner may select a Lexus vehicle of your choice for the duration of a weekend, courtesy of Lexus of Blackburn.
   
   Rotarians, please to let us know of anyone who should be receiving Conference updates.....just send an email to: conference@rotaryd9800.org    or Telephone: 03 9810 3509
    

3. FOUNDATION MATCHING GRANTS WORKSHOP
   The advertised Workshop has been rescheduled for Monday 27th November commencing at 6PM at International House.
   
   The workshop will finish about 7:30pm and light refreshments will be served. Last year this workshop was a great success and we expect this year to be the same.
   
   All intending members are asked to email to confirm their attendance or direct any inquiries regarding the Grants Workshop to PDG Judy Nettleton or PDG Jeffery Bird at their respective addresses as shown in the directory.
    

4. ROTARY GROUP TOUR TO INDIA - February 2007
   A Rotary Group Tour to India is being organised by RC Chadstone / East Malvern and our District 9800 SAVI Committee for February 2007.  Please click here to see the attached brochure with more information on the Tour.
    
   For further enquiries please contact Vijay Susarla
   vsusarla@qisgroup.com.au  Mob: 0408 147 845 
    

5. EXCITING POSITION AVAILABLE FOR D9800 ROTARIAN
   Expressions of interest are still being accepted from Rotarians to supervise the District DIK store. This project has been handled by PP Bill Dagg of RC of West Footscray who has been doing this job for 6 years and needs to step down for a period. Rotarians, who are retired and are prepared to give at least  one day a week, either on a Tuesday or a Thursday, to run the D9800 DIK store at West Footscray, are required to continue this program with a team that has been established and can assist the successful applicant to maintain this worthwhile outlet to the world. Hands on is the key and you only need to be on site to supervise the activities and care for the paperwork. Be assured that it is not a 7 day a week  activity.

   ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

   • Equal opportunity position

   • Email efficiency needed

   • Activities involved will be coordinating shipping containers

   • Attend the monthly D9800 RAWCS meeting & quarterly Southern Region RAWCS meetings

   • Full training and a "Standard Operating Procedures Manual" will be provided as well as an extensive contact list

   • ROTARY Insurance & make ups apply

   • Combine this with the opportunity for presentations at Clubs, Seminars & District Assembly

   This is a very enjoyable, networking position in ROTARY.
   For further information please contact:
   District RAWCS Chairperson: Virginia Turner
   Email:  v.turner@bigpond.net.au     Phone 9592 4691