2017-18 District 5630 Governor's Incentive Challenge

Jerry Milner, 2017-18 District Governor

International Rotary President Ian Riseley has created an inspiring theme for 2017-2018.

will motivate us to reach out in fellowship, tolerance, and good will to our fellow Rotarians, our community and the broader nation and world.

I urge each of you to do what you can to further the influence that we can make as Rotarians to “Make a Difference” in the world through our good works and humanitarian service.

District Governor’s Incentive 2017-18

(To download a printable copy of the brochure, click here.)

The criteria chosen for the District Governor’s Incentives listed below complement the goals that President Ian Riseley has already challenged us to reach to qualify for the 2017-2018 Presidential Citation.

Clubs’ achievements for the Governor’s Incentive Program can serve as a stepping stone toward achieving the Presidential Citation requirements.

In recognition of having met the requirements set forth in the four areas featured on this brochure, District 5630 will award a monetary rebate of $500.00 to each of the District 5630 Rotary Clubs who accomplish the incentive requirements.

These clubs will also be eligible to send their President Elect Nominee (PEN) to the 2019 PETS, supported by the District Budget in 2018-19.

Jerry Milner
2017-18 District Governor

ROTARY CLUB CENTRAL (RCC) – All Mandatory

Enter and maintain current club leadership data in RCC at Rotary.org.
Enter Membership and Foundation Goals in RCC.
Achieve a net increase in club membership by 1 (clubs under 50 members); by 2 (clubs over 49 members).
Develop a Club Strategic Plan to achieve goals.

ROTARY FOUNDATION (Complete Two or More)

Achieve a 10% increase in overall club giving to the Annual Programs Fund.
Participate in the District Grant Funding Program.
Conduct a Polio Plus Awareness Project or Fundraiser.
Support a Global Grant.
Reach 100% member participation in Every Rotarian Every Year (no minimum contribution required).
Achieve one new Benefactor.
Gain one new member of the Bequest Society.
Award one new Paul Harris Fellow during the year.

MEMBERSHIP (Complete Two or More)

Provide a new member orientation program that includes mentoring and communication of the expectations of a member’s involvement in club projects, committee activities, and support of The Rotary Foundation.
Develop a Club Flexibility Program that allows members to meet at alternative locations and times.
Sponsor or co-sponsor a new Rotary Club or Rotary Community Corps to expand Rotary’s reach in your community.
Sponsor or co-sponsor an Interact or Rotaract Club to involve young people in Rotary.
Identify individuals in the community who could become Rotarians and stage a special reception or event to promote their membership.
Use a survey, club assembly or other means to learn what your members value about Rotary and what specific things can be done to meet the needs and interests of your membership.

PUBLIC IMAGE (Complete Two or More)

Create a club website or significantly improve the existing club website, employing the new Rotary Visual Identity tools found at brandcentral.rotary.org.
Create or update an existing public Facebook page or other social media tool, posting at least 4 times a month, and employing the new Rotary Visual Identity brand.
Gain traditional media coverage (newspaper, TV, radio) for at least one major club event or feature.
Gain traditional media coverage (newspaper, TV, radio) for a “Save the Planet” project spearheaded by youth in the community.
Use one or more “People of Action” public image campaign ads to gain public awareness for Rotary and your local club.
Submit at least one club news item to the district newsletter.

For help in achieving the incentive challenges, please contact your club’s assigned Assistant Governor or District Committee Chairs listed below:

Todd Spellman
Information Technology Chair
taspell99@gmail.com
402-363-8800

Dian Edwards
Membership Chair
dg5630.2012@gmail.com
402-340-6166

Don Peterson
Foundation Chair
DG.2015@5630mail.org
308-238-1853

Cheryl Bryan
Public Image Chair
cheryl@cherylsdesk.com
308-883-0265

The Trilogy Squad

This brochure has been developed by District Governor Jerry Milner and the District 5630’s “Trilogy Squad” – the District’s Membership, Foundation, and Public Image Chairs.

Our joint goals are to foster member retention, build membership, increase foundation giving, and publicize how Rotary is Making a Difference in southwest and central Nebraska and beyond.

This is how these entities work as a continuum:

The continuum gains momentum with membership spurring foundation giving, foundation giving spurring projects, projects spurring public exposure, and public exposure spurring membership growth. When functioning efficiently, the continuum has no beginning or end.

We encourage you to employ a Trilogy Squad in your own club – to appoint members who will focus on membership growth, foundation giving, and public image – and to encourage them to work as a team.

District 5630’s Trilogy Squad

Dian Edwards, Membership Chair

Don Peterson, Foundation Chair

Cheryl Bryan, Public Image Chair

Saturday, April 26

District Governor Elect Sarah Cathcart (Kearney Noon) began the morning activities with a powerful flag ceremony with our guests and RYE students parading their respective flag. Representing 11 nations were; Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Ecuador, India, Japan, Mexico, Romania, Spain, Ukraine, Nebraska, The United States of America and of course the flag that unites all of us, Rotary International. The US colors were presented by the VFW Color Guard Commander Gary Bush followed by the pledge of Allegiance and the national Anthem’s of Equador and United States.

District RYE Coordinator, Paula Witt (Hastings Sunrise) presented “Passport to Possibilities” to the two outbound RYE Students (25-26) with a gift for their upcoming exchange. Owen Phelps (Hastings) will be traveling to Brazil, while Mac Whitehead (McCook) will be traveling to Japan. Following we heard from the current inbound students themselves as Paula interviewed each of them about their exchange year in Nebraska.

Visiting DG Shawna Secker D-5390 (Montana) presented the “Exchange Effect: Changing Lives, One Journey at a Time” An inspirational story of how RYE is transforming lives across the globe, one student at a time.

Saturday Presentations

The Exchange Effect: Changing Lives, One Journey at a Time DG Shawna Secker, D-5390

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Rotary’s Secret Sauce: Attracting & Keeping Members, PDG Deb McCaslin, DMCE Toshia Jones

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Unlocking Growth: Transforming Rotary Membership in India, PAG Neeraj Bhatnagar, D-3011

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Branding Rotary: Making a Lasting Impact, DG Whitney Smith, D-5470

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Up next PDG Deb McCaslin (Broken Bow Area) and incoming District Membership Chair Toshia Jones (Cheyenne County) presented “Rotary’s Secret Sauce: Attracting & Keeping Members“, sharing fresh ideas and proven strategies to help grow and strengthen clubs.

Visiting Rotarian Neeraj Bhatnagar, PAG District 3011 (Dehli, India) presented his first of two presentations, “Unlocking Growth: Transforming Rotary Membership in India.” PAG Neeraj demonstrated how innovative strategies are driving incredible membership and engagement across one of Rotary’s most dynamic regions.

Visiting DG Whitney Smith D-5470 (Southern Colorado) presented “Branding Rotary: Making a Lasting Impact” teaching how to harness the power of storytelling, social media and visual identity to effectively share Rotary’s mission and amplify its impact in your community.

Luncheon Keynote

Davanne Moul; Sr. Sales Director Mary Kay, delivered a powerful message of how passion, planning and perseverance has lifted her to tower above others. Ms. Moul intertwined messages of hope with her stories of growing up on a ranch in Aladdin WY. Ms Moul described how she has lived a life of service to others and how that has empowered her to become a top sales leader for Mary Kay nationally for many years. Her message most certainly encouraged all to pursue their dreams.

Pride Points: 60 Years of Inspiration, Innovation & Impact, Davanne Moul Mary Kay

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Rotary’s Blueprint for Global Impact: The 7 Areas of Focus, PAG Neeraj Bhatnagar, D-3011

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How it Began... PDG Pedro Zanini & Elba Bernat D-4945

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Global Grants: Turning Vision into Action, PDG Dale Schultz

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CRMC Clinic: Honoring Life through Service, Dr. Kim Baxter

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PRIP TRF Trustee Chair-Elect Mark Daniel Maloney Bio

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PRIP TRF Trustee Chair-Elect Mark Daniel Maloney [Speech w/ cues]

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PRIP TRF Trustee Chair-Elect Mark Maloney

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PAG Neeraj returned to the stage to present “Rotary’s Blueprint for Global Impact: The 7 Areas of Focus“, a message of how one person with a single focus can drive meaningful change in communities around the world.

PDG Bob Mayber, DRFC (North Platte Noon) shared “The Heart of Rotary: Transforming Lives Through Giving.” Bob shared a hopeful message of how the simple act of giving can be a force multiplier in Rotary’s mission and provide immeasurable impact on the lives of people whom he thought he would never meet.

PDG Pedro Zanini D-4945 (Argentina) and his wife Elba Bernat presented “This is How it Began“, sharing how a chance meeting of two DG classmates PDG Pedro and PDG Don Peterson (Kearney Dawn) on ZOOM and later in Person in Atlanta, GA would lead to a lasting friendship, and a “Ripple-Effect” of many wonderful projects.

PDG Dale Schultz (Hastings Sunrise) walked everyone through four individual Global Grant projects between D-4945 and D-5630 totaling more than $140,000. Sharing how Rotary has made a lasting impact through the power of collaboration.

Dr. Kim Baxter (North Platte) presented “CRMC Clinic: Honoring Life through Service” A global grant in Kenya. Dr. Baxter shared the incredible work being done to improve healthcare and make a lasting impact in Kenya through this vision to honor his son, Craig Baxter.

Past President Mike McQuillan (Ogallala) served as the emcee for the Dinner and District Celebration. The event was held at the historic Haythorn Ranch Arthur, NE recognizing the efforts of everyone across the district. The Haythorn Family was so gracious hosting and providing a world class Nebraska beef dinner.

Our most honored guests were Past Rotary International President, Mark Daniel Maloney and his lovely wife Gay. It was very special to have PRIP Maloney attend our District Conference because the PRIP is only allowed ONE official appointment from the current RI President each year. Having Lorena’s PRIP from her year as President of the Ogallala Rotary club accept her invitation was truly an honor.

Mark delivered an inspirational message with a little humor tossed in for good measure. “Marks Magical Markers” should be something that every Rotarian should strive to achieve. Download the speech and use the cues to view the Powerpoint and follow along with his message. Mark’s Bio is also provided on the right.

District Awards

Club of the Year (Small)

Arnold

Club of the Year (Medium)

Kearney Dawn

Club of the Year (Large)

Holdrege

Rotarian of the Year

PDG Deb McCaslin