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Recently Ward Peters introduced our newest Rotarian, Andy Bock. Andy Bock is a fourth-generation native of Omaha, having lived in the city for all but three of his 64 years. He graduated from Westside High School and the University of Nebraska, and he holds an MBA from the University of Minnesota.
He is married to Kathleen Bock, a retired educator from Omaha Public Schools. Together since 1986, they have raised three sons and are now enjoying life as empty nesters.
With 33 years of experience in real estate, the majority of which was spent at CBSHOME, Any transitioned to NPDodge five years ago. He began his career in sales with Coca-Cola Foods and later worked in marketing for ConAgra and American Business Information.
Andy enjoys playing tennis, participating in a card club, and reading. He has recently resumed piano lessons and enjoys walking and hiking as well.
Over the years, he has been involved in various community activities, including the Career Exploring program sponsored by the Boy Scouts.
Andy looks forward to joining Rotary as a way to stay engaged in the community and values the opportunities for fellowship that the organization provides.
Welcome to Rotary. Andy!
Andy Bock with his sponsor Ward Peters and President Zach Ziler
Recently, President Zach Ziler recognized our Rotarians with Perfect Attendance.
Perfect Rotarians L to R: Nate Schwalb, Alan Stanek, Randy Wieseler, Mary Bernier, Diane Gross, Dick Skalla, John Binderup, Fritz Stehlik, Lyle Sapp with President Zach Ziler
I want to send a heartfelt thank you to all the Rotarians and guests that attended the Fusion 5650 District Conference! It was inspiring to see all of the passionate Rotarians and guests come together to share ideas and experience to celebrate the Magic of Rotary. The excitement and enthusiasm you shared made the Fusion 5650 Conference an amazing experience for all!
During the two-day conference, we heard from inspirational speakers like Don Eckles, the Co-founder of Scooters, Greg Clark and Brenda Cochran with Hot Meals USA and we heard from President Stephanie Urchick’s Representative, PDG Lyle Staab who talked about the Rotary Vision and Action Plan. He touched on the importance of the Rotary Foundation, it’s A+ rating and why it is important for all Rotarians to support it and Polio Plus so we can continue to impact people worldwide.
We had clubs from our district share about great fundraisers and service projects that they do to have a strong impact in our communities. We had a great presentation by PDG Gary Bren on his efforts with the Polio Ride and our support in the district to eradicate Polio. DGN Gretchen Bren presented on the opportunities available for Rotarians to become future leaders by attending the Rotary Leadership Institute to further their knowledge of Rotary, our clubs and our district. In addition, District Membership Chair Jennifer Green presented with PDG Carol Horner on the importance of Innovative and Inclusive Membership in Rotary. Randy Bretz gave a very informative and inspiring presentation on reigniting Rotary’s power to bring people together.
We had a surprise visit from our Rotary Zone Public Image Coordinators Patrick Harrison and Amber Scarborough who came to us from Austin, TX and reminded us that Rotary is the #1 service organization on the planet and to ask ourselves “What is Our Why?” Do we know it? Can we communicate it? PUBLIC IMAGE IS EVERYTHING! When we think about membership, think about being innovators.
With all of the great content, we did find some time to enjoy ourselves Friday night with a social event featuring the Paul Harris and the Fellows Band. Thanks for donating your time and talents. Rotary Rocks!!
PDG Kathryn Schubert handed out Club Excellence Awards to the clubs that achieved at least 13 of the goals they set in Rotary’s four areas of focus:
ENHANCE PARTICIPANT ENGAGEMENT
INCREASE OUR IMPACT
EXPAND OUR REACH
INCREASE OUR ABILITY TO ADAPT
In addition, she recognized the Top Ten Clubs in our district for growing their membership, giving to Polio Plus and to the Rotary Foundation. And finally, we recognized Blake and Kathy Collingsworth with the Cadwallader Award.
I would like to thank the conference committee led by Chair James Mackiewicz and all of the volunteers for their efforts to bring us the best district conference! And finally, I would like to thank everyone who attended this year to help celebrate The Magic of Rotary!
Best District in Rotary!!
Tom
Tom Kerfoot, Rotary District 5650 Governor 2024-25
The Rotary Club of Omaha Suburban was recently honored with the Rotary International Citation Award for the 2023-2024 Rotary Year at the District Conference, under the leadership of President Katie Henry. This prestigious award recognizes the hard work and dedication of clubs throughout the year. By striving to achieve the citation goals, clubs enhance member engagement, remain relevant in their communities, and operate more effectively. A welcoming and engaging environment truly reflects Rotary’s core values.
At the start of the Rotary year, President Katie Henry established our annual goals aligned with Rotary International. By year-end, we were evaluated based on our progress in key areas, including enhancing member engagement, expanding Rotary's impact through community-focused projects, and fostering growth within the club. The award also highlights our adaptability and the generosity of our members towards The Rotary Foundation.
Congratulations, Suburban Rotarians!
Immediate Past President Katie Henry with DG Tom Kerfoot and Immediate Past District Governor Kathryn Schubert
By Rotary International Source: https://www.rotary.org/en/rotary-commits-funds-polio-outbreak-response-gaza
The recent detection of variant poliovirus type-2 isolates in environmental samples and the confirmation of a 10-month-old child who has contracted polio in Gaza is a stark reminder that as long as polio exists anywhere, it is a threat everywhere.
The ongoing crisis in Gaza has contributed to reduced routine immunization rates and an increased risk of vaccine-preventable diseases, including polio. The crisis also poses a significant challenge to fully implementing disease surveillance and vaccination campaigns.
The World Health Organization (WHO) considers there to be a high risk for the spread of this polio strain within Gaza and internationally, particularly given the current situation's impact on public health services.
A humanitarian pause allowed a two-round polio vaccination campaign to begin in Gaza. The first round was successfully implemented from 1-12 September 2024 and vaccinated 559,161 children, or an estimated 95% of eligible children at the governorate level, according to independently conducted post-campaign monitoring.
The second round of the emergency polio vaccination campaign in Gaza began on 14 October. The campaign started in Central Gaza, vaccinating children under ten years old with nOPV2, where children aged between 2-9 years old were also offered Vitamin A.
Rotary committed US$500,000 to bolster the initiative, channeling these funds through a dedicated Polio Outbreak Response Fund. This contribution represents Rotary's sustained support to the WHO in combating polio globally.
Rotary will continue to work with its partners in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative and other agencies as vaccination efforts unfold.
Financial contributions to the PolioPlus fund will help Rotary and its Global Polio Eradication Initiative partners achieve a world in which no child is paralyzed by polio again.
By Rotary International Source: https://www.rotary.org/en/rotary-foundation-receives-highest-rating-charity-navigator-16th-consecutive-year
For the 16th consecutive year, The Rotary Foundation has received the highest rating — four stars — from Charity Navigator, an independent evaluator of charities in the U.S.
The Foundation earned the recognition for adhering to sector best practices and executing its mission in a financially efficient way, demonstrating both strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency.
“We are delighted to provide the Rotary Foundation with third-party accreditation that validates their operational excellence,” said Michael Thatcher, president and CEO of Charity Navigator. “The Four-Star Rating is the highest possible rating an organization can achieve. We are eager to see the good work that the Rotary Foundation is able to accomplish in the years ahead.”
Charity Navigator analyzes nonprofit performance based on four key indicators, referred to as beacons. Currently, nonprofits can earn scores for the impact and results, accountability and finance, culture and communities, and leadership and adaptability.
Charity Navigator is the largest and most utilized independent charity evaluator in the U.S. Since 2001, the organization has been an unbiased and trusted source of information for more than 11 million donors annually.
Rotary Fellowships are international groups that share a common passion. Being part of a fellowship is a fun way to make friends around the world, explore a hobby or profession, and enhance your Rotary experience.
How do I join a fellowship?
Membership in a fellowship is open to any interested individual. You can contact a fellowship directly by using the link below. https://www.rotary.org/en/our-programs/more-fellowships
Thanks to the foresight of the Rotary Club of Bucyrus, Ohio, students were outfitted with 6,600 pairs of glasses for the 8 April total solar eclipse. In late 2022, with the eclipse still nearly two years away, “we talked about how neat it would be to get solar eclipse glasses for every school in our county for their students for the big event,” says Julie Rexroad, a club member, Interact club adviser, and science teacher at Wynford Local Schools. Once the club approved the $4,300 purchase, members designed, ordered, stored, and eventually delivered the glasses, purchased online from a company recommended by a local astronomy club. “Our location in Ohio is in the totality zone, and it is a once-in-a-lifetime event for most,” Rexroad says. For those missing out, northern Ohio can always look forward to 2099.
Canada
Atop self-crafted engineering marvels of corrugated paper and tape, about 80 cardboard toboggan enthusiasts sledded during a timed contest of the Rotaract Club of North Simcoe, Ontario, in February. The challenge is held in conjunction with Penetanguishene’s Winterama, a 76-year-old staple in the town, and is open to competitors at no cost, attracting as many as 160 each year. “We’ve seen so many amazing sleds, and each year they get even better,” Club President Elana Durtnall says. The club awards prizes for categories such as most creative, most team spirit, and fastest sled, with the speediest clocked at about 28 kilometers per hour (17 mph) by the radar of auxiliary officers of the Ontario Provincial Police. Club members handle tasks such as registration, social media promotion, sponsorship acquisition, and assistance with building a Rotaract cardboard toboggan used to promote the event in the parade the previous day.
Belize
The Rotaract Club of Belize City is renovating a rural school and a Rotary club-sponsored park as part of its youth-focused agenda. In April, club members met at the Hattieville Government Preschool to paint restrooms and complete other beautification work. A later phase will include new toilets. “We’ve been able to replace chalkboards in 10 classrooms with whiteboards and to donate a printer and other school and hygiene materials,” says Kristoff Nicholson, immediate past president. The club partnered with a telecom provider and raffled off smartphones to help pay for the project. It also received a District 4250 grant of $1,000. In March, club members replaced basketball and goal nets and painted benches and a playset at Love Park in Balama, another element of the project, Nicholson says.
Colombia
In January, the Rotary Club of Cúcuta-Ciudad de Arboles purchased about $600 of school supplies and delivered 100 sets of notebooks, pencils, pens, erasers, sharpeners, and more to students in the city. It’s about 350 miles northeast of Bogotá. Club members also visited with students in the neighborhood of Las Delicias, says Dora Patricia Lobo, a past president of the club. “The hustle and bustle and joy of these students when they receive their school package warms our souls and encourages us to continue,” Lobo says. More than 1,400 students have benefited since the project began.
Consider visiting another Rotary club for a make-up! Rotary.org has a club finder for locations around the world. Please see the District website at rotarydistrict5650.org for details on local clubs. Visit one of the following Metro-Area Clubs!
Monday: Omaha Millard Rotary, 12:00 pm, German American Society, 3717 South 120th St.
Tuesday: Omaha Morning 7:00 am, 88 Tactical, 15350 Shepard St., Suite 1, Omaha NE 68138
Tuesday: Omaha Northwest, 12:00 pm, Sand Point, New England Fare, 655 North 114th Street. Omaha, NE 68154
Wednesday: Omaha Downtown, 12:00 pm, Trinity 113 N 18th St., Omaha, NE 68124
Wednesday: Council Bluffs Centennial: 7:00 am, Hy-Vee Community Room 1745 Madison Avenue Thursday: West Douglas County, 12:00 PM Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation 20272 Veterans Drive
Thursday: Council Bluffs, 12:00 pm, Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center, 1001 South 6th Street
Friday: Omaha West, 12:00 pm, Charlie's on the Lake, 4151 S 144th St., Omaha, NE 68137
Email Yolanda for make-up/attendance credit at yolanda@suburbanrotary.org.
Courtney Peavler
Recently Ward Peters introduced our newest Rotarian, Andy Bock. Andy Bock is a fourth-generation native of Omaha, having lived in the city for all but three of his 64 years. He graduated from Westside High School and the University of Nebraska, and he holds an MBA from the University of Minnesota.
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