In October, I urged district Rotary members to join the PolioPlus Society by pledging at least $100 annually to The Rotary Foundation's (TRF) PolioPlus Fund until polio is eradicated. As November is Foundation Month, I now encourage annual contributions to both the PolioPlus and Annual Funds. TRF supports global projects promoting peace, health, education, and economic growth. To focus resources on giving, the District opted out of a Foundation Dinner this year. TRF’s “Every Rotarian, Every Year” (EREY) initiative also aims for 100% member participation in donations and service. Sign up on MyRotary.org and make your pledge today!
In my message for October, I encouraged all district Rotary members to join the District’s PolioPlus Society by pledging a minimum of $100 annually to the PolioPlus Fund of The Rotary Foundation (TRF) until polio is eradicated worldwide. This month is Foundation Month, so my message is to give annually to the TRF’s Annual Fund and the PolioPlus Fund.
The Foundation funds many humanitarian projects in addition to its efforts to eradicate diseases like polio, such as promoting peace, fighting disease, providing clean water, supporting education, and growing local economies. Contributions enable these global initiatives, amplifying Rotary’s reach and influence in our seven focus areas.
This year, the District has chosen not to have a Foundation Dinner. The thought is that the meal cost has grown significantly, and the money would be better spent giving it to TRF. Our Foundation Committee chair, a past trustee of TRF Dean Rohrs, is working on other ideas to promote the foundation and to recognize clubs and individuals for their support.
“Every Rotarian, Every Year” (EREY) is an initiative by TRF that encourages each Rotary member to contribute yearly to TRF’s Annual Fund and participate in at least one Rotary service project annually. The program aims to have every member contribute each year to support projects that align with Rotary’s mission. Each club is encouraged to become 100% EREY.
Through EREY, The Rotary Foundation seeks to ensure consistent funding for its global and community-based projects. It also underscores the idea that when every member contributes, regardless of the amount, Rotary’s collective impact can be significant in addressing critical needs worldwide.
An annual gift to the PolioPlus Fund does not qualify for EREY, as it must be a gift to the Annual Fund. Making an annual gift online is very simple. If you have not done so, go to Rotary.org and create a MyRotary account. A “donate button” will walk you through the process.