Rotary District 5030

Seattle Police Awards Ceremony featuring Kraken President/CEO, Tod Leiweke
2024-03-21 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
The Seattle Police Awards Ceremony that will take place on March 21st at the King Street Ballroom and Perch. The format of this year’s event is a 7 p.m. program with a cocktail reception immediately following. We will be honoring 60+ SPD employees who have gone above and beyond to serve and protect the Seattle Community during the past year. We are excited to also welcome Kraken President/CEO, Tod Leiweke, who will do a special keynote address during the program. As you know, this is an important event for SPD officers and our community.
More Information for Sponsors and other support via this link.

Rotary Club of Kent Escapades 2024
2024-03-16 17:00 - 21:00
The Annual Escapades Auction of The Rotary Club of Kent Foundation
THE FOLLOWING LINKS ARE NOT ACTIVE UNTIL CLOSER TO THE AUCTION:
To visit our auction website, click HERE.
For information on attending the auction, click HERE.
For information on sponsoring the auction, click HERE.
To register and pay as a sponsor, click HERE.
To donate items to be sold at the auction, click HERE for an online form , or HERE for a pdf form you can print and send in.
To donate to the Rotary Club of Kent Foundation, click HERE.

DG Monthly Meeting with Club Presidents
2024-03-11 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-02-12 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-01-08 18:00 - 19:00
DG meeting to update club presidents on the activities across the district and progress with the 3-year strategic imperatives.

International Women’s Day 2024
2024-03-08 09:00 - 10:00
On 8 March, 2024, Rotary International is hosting a 60-minute panel discussion as a way to celebrate and recognize International Women’s Day, and we would love for you to join us!
The discussion will focus on the importance of not only including but being a champion of women in leadership — in the workplace and beyond. We will discuss the importance of identifying leaders early, establishing mentorship and sponsorship programs, supporting women in joining women-led professional organizations, and focusing on allyship. We’ll also announce and celebrate the recipient of the 2023-24 Sylvia Whitlock Leadership Award.
This event is open to Rotary members and members of the public of all genders. Feel free to share with your networks.
Register Here

Rotary Club of Renton Guest Speaker, Author Jennifer Nilson, An Unwanted Journey
2024-03-07 12:00 - 13:30 | Fairwood Golf & Country Club, 17070 149th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Jennifer Nilsen is a widow, author, and marketing professional. She has a very compelling, real-life story to tell. She just published a book, “Unwanted Journey”, which details her husband’s sudden death while she is talking with him on the phone.
As Jennifer grapples with the shock, fear, and post-traumatic stress of this devastating loss, the narrative unfolds, unraveling the complexities of the aftermath. She faces a myriad of challenges, from navigating the intricacies of a criminal case to handling her husband’s estate without a will.
Jennifer will share her journey, interwoven with the compelling stories of fellow survivors she encounters through a grief therapy group. As a narrative and a guide, she provides valuable resources, empowering individuals to navigate their grief and forge their own paths toward healing and renewal. Truely, a very compelling story!

Webinar: Learn about how Rotary's Endowment fuels the World Fund
2024-03-07 08:00 - 10:00
Doing Good in the World: The Rotary Foundation’s Virtual Speaker Series is a webinar series for Rotary’s strongest supporters, highlighting the difference you make through your generosity. Join Rotary leaders and subject matter experts as they share stories of impact and discuss the Rotary programs and initiatives that interest you most.
2.025 by 2025: World Fund and the Power of the Endowment
7 March 2024 | 10:00 CT
Live on Zoom
The World Fund supports Rotary’s highest priority activities around the globe and helps to ensure The Rotary Foundation’s ability to fund large-scale, sustainable projects with long-term positive impact. The World Fund’s unrestricted contributions ensure critical flexibility for use where it is needed most.
In March, join experts as they discuss how The Rotary Foundation uses World Fund to support its programs and quickly respond to the world’s most pressing challenges. Panelists will also discuss how World Fund and Rotary’s Endowment are connected today and into the future and how a fully funded Endowment will impact the strength of the World Fund in perpetuity.
Register today! Participation in the live session is limited and available to the first 1,000 registrants.

DG Monthly meeting with District AGs
2024-03-04 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-02-05 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-01-01 18:00 - 19:00
DG monthly meeting with AGs to update on district activities, strategic imperatives, and club activities.

Let's Celebrate the 60's at the LFP Rotary Auction
2024-03-02 17:00 - 19:00
Mark your calendars for the Rotary Club of Lake Forest Park’s annual auction fundraiser: Saturday, March 2, 2024, in the Shoreline Room at the Shoreline Center.
Time to pull out the tie dye, paisley and peace signs to Celebrate the 60’s!
For more information, please contact Claire Conway at cconway91@comcast.net.

Hearts & Wine 2024: Registration Now Open!
2024-03-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Sodo Park, 3200 1st Avenue South, Suite 100, Seattle, WA, 98134, United States
Harvest Against Hunger invites you to join us for dinner at Hearts & Wine 2024 for an evening of fun, fellowship, fundraising and wine tasting (beer and spirits, too). You will be among 250 Rotarians, business owners, community leaders and concerned citizens who care deeply about reducing hunger, preventing food waste, and building healthier communities.
Date: Friday, March 1, 2024
Time: 6 to 9 pm
Venue: Sodo Park, 3200 1st Ave S, Seattle
As our emcee and auctioneer, Matt Lorch will bring his passion for hosting charitable events and the talented Darelle Holden will entertain us. We will celebrate our Hunger Relief Hero, and you’ll hear how Harvest Against Hunger is delivering healthy food to people in need as well as have the opportunity to win unique food and wine experiences as part of our live auction.
There are still unprecedented numbers of people seeking food assistance and they need your help. We look forward to seeing you there.

Join Boys & Girls Clubs to provide one-on-one literacy tutoring to elementary-aged students that are reading below grade level
2024-02-29 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-02-26 17:30 - 18:30
What’s it all about?
We’re teaming up with a national organization with proven results, Reading Partners, to offer one-on-one reading program for elementary-age readers. It’s easy, fulfilling, and requires just two 45 minute sessions with youth each week. Volunteer reading tutors work one-on-one with Club members using an easy-to-follow curriculum and tools powered by Reading Partners.No prior tutoring experience is necessary.
Reading Partners Curriculum
All volunteer tutors will complete a 90-minute onboarding and training to learn the curriculum. Giving you all the tools you need to be a successful tutor! This onboarding will occur virtually in two sessions: Monday, 2/26/24, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm, or Thursday, 2/29/24, from 12:00 to 1:00 pm. Tutors must attend one of these two trainings. If for some reason you are not able to attend one of these sessions, please let us know.
Where? When?
Volunteer tutors will work with youth at one of these three Club sites: North Seattle Club (Greenwood), Rotary Club (Central District), or Southwest Club (White Center). There could be an opportunity for virtual tutoring sessions, as well. This volunteer role will start the first week of March and finish the week of June 11th. Tutoring sessions will occur on weekdays during after-school hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri from 3-6 pm, and Wed from W-2-6 pm. Volunteers can choose the session time(s) that works best for their schedule.
The optimum commitment is to read with one student twice a week for 45 minutes. You will work with the Reading Partners staff lead at your assigned Club to set a schedule that works best for both of you. If you have to miss a session, there will be the opportunity for fill-in reading partners (so youth don’t miss sessions).
Volunteer Requirements
We are looking for volunteers who have a positive attitude toward learning and diversity, are open to feedback and coaching, and are patient with young people while also holding high expectations. And most of all, we expect a commitment to your buddy and tutoring through the program completion in June.
All volunteers must undergo a background check, complete safety training, and submit immunization records for COVID-19 and MMR. Links to submit these items can be found below. Please also create an account here on VolunteerHub.
Safety Training Videos
Safety Training Quiz
Background Check: http://www.candidatelink.com/positiveplace
Submit immunization records to hr2@positiveplace.org
By becoming a reading tutor, you are directly supporting our Club members in their literacy success and making a huge difference in our community.
Please contact Volunteer Coordinator Elias Lopez (elopez@positiveplace.org) with any questions.

Philanthropy in a Box - Good Roots, Buckley
2024-02-28 18:00 - 20:30 | Good Roots, 24015 State Route 410, Buckley, WA, 98321, United States
Come join our Vocational team as we explore the partnership between Rotary, our business community, and the possibilities for being part of Rotary, where people are seeking opportunities to serve in their communities. We will hosting the event at Good Roots in Buckley and inviting our southern district clubs to share in their stories about Rotary and its impact for good.
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Our main speaker will be Michael Schindler is a U.S. Navy veteran, co-executive producer, executive trainer, and leadership development expert. He has over 20 years of experience in project management, coaching, and process improvement working in and with the military, startups, federal and state agencies, nonprofits, universities, and Fortune 500 companies. He helps individuals and organizations navigate and thrive in complex and uncertain environments, using the VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity) framework.
We will also hear from Good Roots team and the impact they make in their community. Our venue will be at their location where we will provide food and drinks while you enjoy networking and listen to our guest speakers.
We will also have an opportunity to update you all on the RISE leadership program and Our Mayberry’s platform in support of our district business network.
However, the key theme for the event is one of celebration for all our south end clubs and their guests.

Human Trafficking Prevention in the Pacific North West
2024-02-21 18:00 - 19:00
The event titled “Human Trafficking Prevention in the Pacific North West” is an insightful online session scheduled for February 21, 2024. Organized by the Rotary Club of the Pacific Northwest and 3Strands Global Foundation, it aims to educate participants about human trafficking. The webinar includes interactive learning and reflection activities, covering the meaning, occurrence, impact, and prevention strategies of human trafficking. It is designed for a diverse audience, including caregivers and community leaders, and offers a Q&A session for an engaging experience. The event is free, but limited to 100 participants, making early registration crucial for securing a spot.
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UW President Ana Mari Cauce Speaks at Seattle Rotary on February 21st
2024-02-21 12:00 - 13:30
Join Seattle Rotarians in welcoming UW President Ana Mari Cauce.
Enjoy lunch and fellowship beginning @ 12 noon The Westin Hotel in downtown Seattle.
President Nancy Cahill rings the bell at 12:30PM to start the club meeting.
Prepay for lunch https://www.clover.com/pay-widgets/4083668d-e90b-43ca-b0ad-b6d83374a809
Discounted valet parking if you mention Rotary.

Pacific Northwest PETS (President-Elect Training Seminar) Northwest
2024-02-16 10:00 - 2024-02-18 17:00
Pacific Northwest Presidents-Elect Training (PNW-PETs)
Registration opens: November 29, 2023 – for the best choices of sessions, register quickly!
2024 PNW-PETS: February 16-18th, 2024, Doubletree Hotel and Conference Center – at SeaTac, Seattle, Washington
Welcome to those who will be serving in leadership roles in your clubs and districts for the 2024-25 year. The charge of Pacific Northwest PETs is to help prepare the Presidents-Elect as well as other leaders during our February 16-18th, 2024 leadership sessions. Both the District Governors Elect and the Operations Committee strive to make your experience one that you will always remember.

Meet BJ Cummings, Author of The River That Made Seattle
2024-02-13 12:00 - 14:00
Join Rotarians across District 5030 for an Author Talk followed by a book discussion led by BJ Cummings. Enjoy lunch and fellowship beforehand.

Council of Governor’s Annual Luncheon (Invitation Only)
2024-01-28 11:30 - 13:30 | Renaissace Seattle Hotel, 515 Madison Street, Seattle, WA, United States
The Rotary District 5030’s Annual Council of Governors luncheon, to be held on Sunday, January 28, 2024, at the Renaissance Seattle Hotel at 515 Madison Street, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The luncheon will be held in the Madison Ballroom, Salon A on the second floor, just up the escalator from the lobby.
We are all excited to hear from District Governor-Elect Rachele Bouchand about her experience at the International Assembly and to learn about Rotary International President-Elect Stephanie Urchick’s 2024-2025 Rotary theme.

International Services Committee Meeting
2024-01-24 17:30 - 19:00
District 5030’s International Service Committee Meeting to discuss business, review district projects, and other matters related to international service projects.
Meeting details are pending.

Illiteracy Shouts Out for Action
2024-01-23 16:00 - 18:00 | Seattle Public Library, Microsoft Auditorium, 1000 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA, 1000 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98104, United States
Join us for the film screening of “Sentenced,” followed by a panel and conversation about the local literacy situation. Panelists include:

Dr. Kelly Aramaki, Bellevue Public Schools Superintendent
Dr. Dwane Chappelle, City of Seattle Director, Education and Early Learning
Dr. Jessica Conte, Principal of Dearborn Park International Elementary School
Roy Chang, Founder of School Connect, WA
David Woodward, David Woodward Associates, facilitating international K-20 education services.

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(Seating is limited)
In 2022, alarming statistics revealed that 21% of US adults were functionally illiterate, with 54% having literacy levels below the sixth grade. The financial impact of low literacy rates is staggering, costing Americans up to $2.2 trillion annually.
These numbers are a call to action, and we believe Rotarians can make a significant impact.
Join us for an exclusive screening of “Sentenced,” a powerful documentary shedding light on the issue. Following the screening, engage in an insightful panel discussion with local educators and nonprofits on the front lines of this critical challenge.

Rotary Litter Pick with We Heart Seattle
2024-01-20 10:00 - 12:00
Join fellow Rotarians in supporting We Heart Seattle and cleaning up our beautiful city. Park at or near Seattle Elks Lodge, 3014 3rd Ave. North. The litter is near the bridge and surrounding area. Please look for flaggers and wear layers, rain gear as needed. Gloves and safety vest supplied. For more details and to sign up visit https://www.facebook.com/events/860107829175117?ref=newsfeed
We Heart Seattle is a boots on the ground, grassroots community effort to promote effective use of city and privately funded resources to make Seattle beautiful and safe for all to enjoy. Cleaning up our parks and downtown is inevitably intertwined with homelessness, drug addiction, crime, gridlocked politics and questionable policy.
Everyone is welcome. Together we will cultivate a sense of community pride and ownership with a see, say, do culture. Seattle is everyone’s back yard to care for. This is a great opportunity to demonstrate Rotary’s commitment to community service above self and to improve the quality of life for people in our community and to serve the public interest. Please wear your Rotary gear with pride demonstrating Rotary in Action.

Blue Denim
2024-01-18 17:00 - 2024-01-21 12:00
One of the special training events that the Governor team participates in each year is called Blue Denim – it is a casual weekend of learning put on by the Governors of the nine Districts from Pacific Northwest PETS where we share experiences throughout the Governor journey with each other and help prepare the coming Governors for what’s ahead.

Human Trafficking Summit
2024-01-11 10:00 - 16:00 | Church for All Nations, 112th Street East, Tacoma, WA, United States
Rotary Club of Tacoma South and Compassion Washington are hosting a full-day S.A.F.E. or Summit Advancing Freedom from Exploitation on January 11, 10:00-4:00 p.m. at the Church For All Nations in Tacoma, Washington. A panel of experts and those with lived experience representing different areas of the community–church, education, parents, law enforcement, business, community advocate, and healthcare–will present their perspectives on how to prevent human exploitation and trafficking.
Click on this link to register.

International Assembly - Orlando, Florida, USA
2024-01-07 - 2024-01-11
Event registration and information
District governors-elect and partners
Register by Friday, 13 October 2023.
Participants must register before booking travel. The deadline for booking travel is Friday, 10 November 2023. Please see the travel section below for more details and restrictions.
Partners must be in Rotary’s database before they register. Please reference the Personal Information Sharing/Privacy notice as set forth in the DGE registration form and contact privacy@rotary.org with any questions. After you have reviewed the notice, you may contact data@rotary.org to update your records.
Download the participant booklet for information on registration, program, travel booking instructions, hotel, expenses, accommodations for participants with disabilities, travel insurance, and more.

Mercer Island Holiday Party
2023-12-19 17:30 - 19:30 | Community Room, Island Square Apartments, 2758 78th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA, 98040, United States

District Leadership Team Holiday Party
2023-12-17 14:00 - 16:00 | The Great Room at Thornton Place, 337 NE 103rd Street, Seattle, WA, 98125, United States
