Polio Cases as of 31 December 2008

Uttar Pradesh, India

Wild Poliovirus Distribution Nigeria 2007 – 2008 YTD

“Polio Eradication is WHO’s top operational priority” Dr. Margaret Chan RI Convention 17 June 2008 Commitments Director-General, WHO

‘Case for Completing Polio Eradication’ 17 May 2007 Polio ‘control’ would cost more than completing eradication

Having only routine immunization alone would result in 200,000+ children paralyzed by polio each year. ‘Case for Completing Polio Eradication’ 17 May 2007

US$200 million Rotary’s US$200 Million Challenge

Over US$70 million raised to date

Each club challenged to organize fundraising events aimed at the general public. Rotary’s US$200 Million Challenge

Clubs are encouraged to set yearly goals for the next three years. Rotary’s US$200 Million Challenge

All Rotarians invited to participate, with special emphasis on new clubs and members. Rotary’s US$200 Million Challenge

Fundraising Successes Purple Pinkie Project

Fundraising Successes Car magnets Loony Dook

Fundraising Successes

Rotary’s US$200 Million Challenge Cash and District Designated Funds accepted. Suggesting up to 20% of DDF