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With the assistance of Rotary Service, three Rotary clubs have
formed an international Twin
clubs partnership to enhance their service projects and increase fellowship visits and volunteer opportunities. Through the partnership,
two U.S. clubs — Brandermill (Midlothian), Virginia, and Chicagoland Lithuanians (Westmont), Illinois — and the Rotary Club of Kaunas,
Lithuania, are collaborating to bolster the international scope of their projects.
“The partnership reflects the far-reaching arm of
Rotary and ways to expand relationships around the globe. These projects are proof that Rotary truly is international,” says Don Vaught,
president of the Brandermill (Midlothian) club. Read
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Introducing the Rotary Service Update! | | On behalf of
the Rotary Service Department, thank you to everyone who has subscribed to the International Service Update and Community Service Update newsletters.
We are pleased to announce that we have combined these two newsletters into the new and improved Rotary Service Update newsletter, which you will
now automatically receive. This newsletter will highlight news, tips, and resources designed to help you and your club effectively connect,
partner, and serve. The Rotary Service Update will be distributed every two months in seven languages, and will cover a wide variety of
service topics. We hope you enjoy the new look and format, and we encourage you to forward this newsletter to your contacts in Rotary. Questions,
comments, and new subscriber inquiries are always welcome; please email us at rotary....@rotary.org. |
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| Exchanges foster friendships across borders |
 Consider packing your bags and exploring the world with
fellow Rotarians by your side. Through Rotary Friendship Exchanges, Rotarians can experience a new culture and share their own with new friends.
Here’s what two participants have to say about their exchange experiences:
“Meeting active Rotarians who are making a
difference in their respective districts with a Service Above Self mindset inspires me to alter my ways back home. This leads me to greater empathy
for people in other countries [and] a much greater understanding of their challenges and customs.” — Lonna J. Lysne, Rotary Club of
Owatonna, Minnesota, USA
“It is my experience that Rotarians aren’t fully aware of the Rotary Friendship Exchange program. Even in
my own district, I have made visits to clubs explaining the concept, and still I get asked by many, ‘What is it all about, and what is
involved?’ I can only reiterate what a wonderful experience it is for all who take part. . . . Lasting friendships are formed.” —
Past District Governor Brian Piccolo, Rotary Club of Kelvedon & District, Essex, England Learn
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Make lasting connections through Rotary Service |  |
Visit the Make Connections
page on Rotary.org for new service and fellowship resources, along with examples of successful twin club, ProjectLINK, and Rotary Friendship Exchange
partnerships. | |
Did you miss the literacy webinar: Taking on a
Literacy Project? | Interested in starting a literacy project with your Rotary/Rotaract club or district? Hear success
stories of projects around the world, learn about Rotary's current literacy partnerships, and get inspired to address this important area of focus
during March, Rotary Literacy Month . To listen to a recording of the webinar, select the webinar of your
choice below: | |
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| Service Project Resources |
ProjectLINK
Search Rotary's online database
of club and district service projects in need of assistance. |
Rotary's Areas of Focus Guide (965)
Get this
informative, color booklet for an introduction to Rotary's six areas of focus. |
Communities in Action (605A)
Find
step-by-step instructions for developing, implementing, and evaluating successful service projects. |
Community Assessment
Tools (605C)
Learn about eight useful tools for selecting an effective service project, including asset inventory, community
mapping, and focus groups. | |
Rotary Service Update is a resource for
Rotarians interested in planning service projects. If you have questions, comments, or story recommendations, contact us at rotary....@rotary.org. |
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