NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION ROTARY CLUB OF REDONDO BEACH est. December 24, 1924

There are 527 Districts in 159 countries throughout the world. The Rotary Club of Redondo Beach is in District The District covers the Greater Los Angeles Area Rotary is an International Organization

In the beginning … The first Rotary Club was organized in Chicago in 1905, by Paul P. Harris. Rotary Founder Paul Harris u This first club, with four members, met in rotation at the offices of the members - thus the name Rotary. u There are currently 28,018 clubs with 1,188,172 members.

Rotary International is governed by a president and a board of directors elected from all over the world. President Ray Klinginsmith Rotary Club of Kirksville, Missouri, USA

Rotary District Clubs Greater Los Angeles Area Approx. 2,200 members District 5280 Governor is Doug Baker DG Doug Baker Rotary Club of Downey

Service Above Self Rotary was not long to recognize that fellowship alone would not keep a group together — there needed to be a purpose. First project was public washrooms in downtown Chicago. Rotary became the world’s first “service club”.

ROTARY CLUB OF REDONDO BEACH Redondo Rotary was established on Dec. 22, 1924, and was the 756 th Rotary Club formed

The object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster……………………. THE OBJECT OF ROTARY

The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service High ethical standards in business and professions; the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations; and the dignifying by each Rotarian of his or her occupation as an opportunity to serve society The application of the ideal of service by every Rotarian to his or her personal, business and community life The advancement of international understanding, good will, and peace through a world of fellowship of business and professional people united in the ideal of service. OBJECT OF ROTARY cont’d

The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service High ethical standards in business and professions; the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations; and the dignifying by each Rotarian of their occupation as an opportunity to serve society The application of the ideal of service by every Rotarian to his or her personal, business and community life The advancement of international understanding, good will, and peace through a world of fellowship of business and professional people united in the ideal of service. OBJECT OF ROTARY cont’d

The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service High ethical standards in business and professions; the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations; and the dignifying by each Rotarian of his or her occupation as an opportunity to serve society The application of the ideal of service by every Rotarian to his or her personal, business and community life The advancement of international understanding, good will, and peace through a world of fellowship of business and professional people united in the ideal of service. OBJECT OF ROTARY cont’d

The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service High ethical standards in business and professions; the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations; and the dignifying by each Rotarian of his or her occupation as an opportunity to serve society The application of the ideal of service by every Rotarian to his or her personal, business and community life The advancement of international understanding, good will, and peace through a world of fellowship of business and professional people united in the ideal of service. OBJECT OF ROTARY cont’d

We implement the object of Rotary through the Five Avenues of Service Club Service Promotes the successful running of the club. Vocational Service Promotes of the “ideal of service” throughout the business and professional world. Community Service Promotes activities which make the community a better place to live. International Service Encourage and foster understanding and good will among people of the world. New Generations Encompasses all youth activities, and formation of new Rotary clubs.

1. Is it the TRUTH? 2. Is it FAIR to all concerned? 3. Will it build GOOD WILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? 4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned? THE FOUR-WAY TEST of the things we think, say or do

Redondo Rotary Club Officers President Bill Paul President Elect Steve Scerra Secretary Eleanor Manzano Treasurer Pat Cashin, PDG Past President James Jackman

Redondo Rotary Club Directors Club Service – Bill Gard Manages Club Activities International Service – Karen Weigel Manages International Activities/Projects Vocational Service – Nancy Campbell Manages/Promotes Vocational Activities & Recognition Community Service – Jean Hirano Manages Activities Benefiting the Local Community Interact – Alexis Sheehy Manages Activities benefiting the RUHS Interact Club

Club Appointed Chairpersons New Generations– Bill Sheehy Manages “New Generations Club” Activities Rotary Foundation – Cathy Steffen Manages Rotary International Fundraising Activities Programs – Patricia Haynes Manages Club’s Weekly Program Presentations Membership – Ron Cody Manages Club’s Membership Program

Redondo Beach Rotary Club Community Foundation The Redondo Beach Rotary Club Community Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of community life in Redondo Beach and its neighboring communities. Our mission is to provide support to local organizations and programs that enhance the well-being of community citizens, strengthen relationships and goodwill within the community, promote high ethical values and champion the Rotary ideal of service above self. 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization

The Rotary Club of Redondo Beach A 100% Paul Harris Club All members have been credited with a minimum of $1,000 donation (or has pledged) to the Rotary International Foundation. Members receive recognition as “Paul Harris Fellows”

ROTARY FOUNDATION WORLD PEACE THROUGH UNDERSTANDING 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization The mission of The Rotary Foundation is to enable Rotarians to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty. The Foundation is a not-for-profit corporation supported solely by voluntary contributions from Rotarians and friends of the Foundation who share its vision of a better world. Year-to-date Polio cases 2010: : 698 World Health Org

THE ROTARY FOUNDATION

The privilege of GIVING SERVICE to your community. The privilege of DEVELOPING INTERNATIONAL GOODWILL and UNDERSTANDING. The privilege of helping BUILD HIGHER ETHICAL STANDARDS within your vocation through the common bond of Rotary THE PRIVILEGES OF ROTARY

YOUR OBLIGATIONS IN ROTARY Participation To be a Rotarian you must give of your time and talents: in community work in social functions in Club and District activities.

YOUR OBLIGATIONS IN ROTARY Attendance Attendance at the weekly meetings is a benefit of Rotary. A minimum of 60% is expected. You can maintain your attendance levels by making up at another Rotary Club within 14 days in advance or 14 days after a meeting is missed; or by attending a District event or a RI Convention. Or on-line.

Initiation Fee (one time) $75.00 Annual Dues$350.00/year payable (2 installments Jan 1 & July 1) Paul Harris Fellowship $50.00 one time fee – matched by club to set up account Meals$10.00/week Meeting Expense $7.00/week Fines$75.00/year Social Events various YOUR FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS

A service club should be fun to be a part of even when the work is tiresome. Redondo Rotary strives to be a fun, young-at-heart club. Social events are offered regularly. We live up to RI Past President Hugh Archer’s theme: “Enjoy Rotary.” The Rotary Club of Redondo Beach is FUN

Participate for friendship Participate for service Participate for fellowship Participate for knowledge Participate for international understanding Remember you are Rotary! YOU ARE ROTARY

Congratulations and Welcome to the Rotary Club of Redondo Beach