Rotary Foundation 2009 2010
The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International has a single purpose:
“ To support the efforts of Rotary International to achieve world understanding and peace through international humanitarian, education and cultural exchange programs.”
The Rotary Foundation District Chairman is responsible to the District Governor for supervising The Rotary Foundation sub-committees in their endeavours to assist Clubs to benefit from the programs offered and to encourage Clubs to support The Rotary Foundation financially.
Chair: PDG Kevin Shadbolt [Anne] Latrobe
General Advisor: PDG Lew Pretorius [Jan] Central LauncestonPAUL HARRIS SOCIETY TO BE LAUNCHED IN TASMANIA
A Paul Harris Society for our District will be launched at a special Paul Harris Fellow breakfast at Wrest Point during District Conference, on Sunday morning March 28 2010 commencing at 7.30 am.
The Paul Harris Society is a special District recognition program designed for Rotarians who wish to support The Rotary Foundation in a more substantial way each year. The Paul Harris Society recognizes Rotarians and friends of The Rotary Foundation who annually contribute US$1,000 or more to the Annual Programs Fund, PolioPlus, or the Humanitarian Grants Program.
The first Paul Harris Society was established in 1998 in District 5340 (California) The idea gained momentum and quickly spread to other Districts throughout the world. Several Districts in Australia have established a Society.
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Invitation letter to Clubs
Paul Harris Society Information leafletDownload a Paul Harris Society contribution form
DONATING TO ROTARY FOUNDATION
Have you considered making a personal donation to The Rotary Foundation?
Why not join the Centurion Club, donations are fullytax deductible and contribute towards your club’s PHF credits.
The commitment is $100 Australian per year for as long as you are able to do so. On receipt of your initial $100 donation, you will be issued with a pin to recognise your participation in this worthwhile program. If you chose to make your payment US$100 per year, you will also qualify as a Foundation Sustaining Member.
Your contribution is part of the Rotary Foundation Annual Giving Program, which assists our District with resources to support The Rotary Foundation Humanitarian and Educational Programs.
Contact PDG Kevin Shadbolt
239 Chapel Rd, Sassafras,Tas. 7307
Phone: 03 64 267215 Mob: 0438 267 215Download Centurion Club donation form (.doc file)
Direct Credit agreement information (pdf file )GROUP STUDY EXCHANGE
This program is a vocational and cultural international exchange for a 4 to 5 week period with another District in another country, for young, non-Rotarian business and professional men and women. The Team is led by an experienced Rotarian selected from Club nominations. In turn we are expected to host a GSE Team from the receiving District, for a similar period.
In March/April/May 2010 we will exchange with D1510 [Loire Valley in France] and D7230 [New York City, USA and Bermuda].
More information about the GSE Programme in 2009 - 2010
ANNUAL GIVING & FAMILY OF ROTARY DAY
Annual Program Funds Contributions provide the cornerstone for funding of Rotary Foundation programs. A subcommittee is responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive and effective District program to achieve the District’s Annual Giving goal.
This activity will culminate with a District Family of Rotary Day at the magnificent “Lovely Banks” Merino stud property and be hosted by the Rotary Club of Oatlands.
Chair: PDG Paul Grubb Claremont
Giving Day: 7th February 2010, “Lovely Banks” Oatlands.
ALUMINI & Paul Harris Fellowship (PHF) RECOGNITIONS
Responsible for updating the contact details of Tasmanians who have travelled abroad as part of The Rotary Foundation Education and/or Humanitarian programs. Details of records are provided to clubs as a source of guest speakers.
Jennifer Willbanks is the Alumni Relations Senior Supervisor at The Rotary Foundation Jennifer.willbanks@rotary.org
Maintains records of Paul Harris Fellows in our district. PP Ross Gillespie [Pat] Lindisfarne Check these PHF lists, updated January 2010
PERMANENT FUND
Contributions made by individuals are invested in perpetuity. A percentage of the total fund is spent annually to benefit TRF programs.
PDG Una Hobday Hobart


tax deductible and contribute towards your club’s PHF credits.