I LOVE A PARADE!!!!!!
VERO BEACH CHRISTMAS PARADE
DECEMBER 3rd - 6:00 PM
SPONSORED BY SUNRISE ROTARY
FOR DETAILS, SEE THE CHRISTMAS PARADE TAB OR CLICK HERE: Link
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NOVEMBER IS FOUNDATION MONTH
The Rotary Foundation, the charitable arm of Rotary International, transforms contributions into projects that change lives close to home and around the world.
Since it was founded more than 100 years ago, the Foundation has spent more than $4 billion on causes that build international relationships, improve lives, leave a lasting impact with sustainable solutions and create a better world to support our peace efforts and end polio forever.
Strong financial oversight, a stellar charity rating, and a unique funding model mean that we make the very most of every contribution.
If you would like to donate to our foundation, please use the following link: Link
NEW YEAR - NEW THEME
PRESIDENT AND LEADERSHP TEAM 2022-2023
Pam O'Donnell - Our new President
living out rotary's motto 'service above self'
sunrise rotary vero beach invites you to join us !
Welcome to Sunrise Rotary Vero Beach!
We meet on Wednesday mornings at 7:00 a.m. (breakfast available at 6:30 a.m.) at the Riverhouse - 305 Acacia Road.
Chartered in 1989, Sunrise Rotary Vero Beach is made up of members of our community who volunteer throughout Vero Beach, Indian River County, the state of Florida and internationally under the motto 'Service Above Self.'
Some of our areas of focus indclude improving our environment, combating hunger, impacting the health and welfare needs of a variety of popultaions, providing education and job training, promoting peace, eradicating polio and so much more!
We are small business owners, corporate executives, non-profit leaders, government officials, as well as retired executives and professionals who meet weekly to share camaraderie, hear from speakers on important topics, and plan meaningful projects to benefit others.
SPEAKERS/PROGRAMS FOR OUR UPCOMING MEETINGS
November 30th: Phil Matson, County Planning Department
December 7th: Speaker TBD, United Against Poverty
December 14th : Linda Scott & Deb Avery, 2021 Rose Bowl Parade
SAVE THE DATE!!!!!!
Craft Brew and Wingfest
February 18, 2023
Vero’s Royal Palm Point
SALVATION ARMY BELL RINGING
Sunrise Rotarians took part in the Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign. The club helps with this project each year by supplying coverage for an entire day at one of the local Publix Super Markets.
THANKSGIVING MEAL PACKING
Rotarian Joe Conrado organizes this event each year for meals to be packed for Thanksgiving. Families in need are identified through the Salvation Army. A turkey and all of the trimmings are given to each family for their holiday meal. St. Francis Manor offers the use of their spacious kitchen for the packing.
POLLUTION MAPPING PROJECT
Sunrise Rotary is involved with the Ocean Research & Conservation Association’s Pollution Mapping Project on a regular basis. The most recent expedition Saturday included Rotarians Mike Murphy, Jack Diehl, Kathy Lindsey, Justin Lefebure, Pam O’Donnell and Gene O’Donnell. They collected samples from the lagoon then analyzed and reported their findings at ORCA’s Center for Citizen Science. The purpose of the project is to educate and engage community members in solving the problems that lead to degradation of the Indian River Lagoon.
HURRICANE IAN CLEAN UP
Sunrise Rotary maintains two disaster aid trailers. Earlier this week, they were taken to the west coast to be used by the members of Rotary clubs in the area assisting in cleanup efforts from Hurricane Ian.
Thank you to our Rotarians, Justin Lefebure, Ray Hooker and Carl Fetzer for delivering the trailers. Chandler Hooker, Ray’s son, also made the trip.
COMMUNITY AWARENESS EVENT
Sunrise Rotarians shared information about Rotary at the School Choice and Community Extravaganza on October 8th. The event was held at the Muller Campus of Indian River State College and was sponsored by the Indian River County School District.
INTERACT CLUB NEWS
The Interact Club participated in a Club Fair on October 4th at Indian River County Charter High School. Thirty-one students showed an interest in becoming a member!!!!!!
OKTOBERFEST
In spite of a last minute venue change, our Oktoberfest event was very successful. Good food and beverages were provided and it was an opportunity to be with fellow Rotarians from all five of our local clubs. Most importantly - it was all for a great cause with the proceeds going to PolioPlus. This project, Rotary's most ambitious in its history, is a global effort on the part of Rotary to rid the world of Polio.
- To date, Rotary has contributed more than US $1 billion.
- Rotary’s leadership, beginning in 1985, inspired the World Health Assembly to pass a resolution to eradicate polio, which paved the way for the formation of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative in 1988.
- Thousands of Rotarians around the world have volunteered during National Immunization Days to immunize children.
- The PolioPlus program helps Rotary fund operational costs, such as transportation, vaccine delivery, social mobilization, and training of health workers, and support surveillance activities.
- Rotarians work to encourage both donor and polio-affected governments to commit the political and financial resources needed to eradicate polio.
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE
Rotary’s International Day of Peace was celebrated September 21, 2022 with members from Rotary Vero Beach Oceanside, Sunrise Rotary Vero Beach, Rotary Club of Orchid Island and the Rotary Club of Vero Beach. A ceremony was held at Humiston Park around the Peace Pole which was erected in the park in January 2012.
Peace is a cornerstone of Rotary’s mission and the focus of many of our service projects.
INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEANUP DAY
Sunrise Rotarians along with our incredible Interact Club members and prospective members joined forces this morning at the International Coastal Cleanup Day. Over 140 pounds of trash were removed from Riverside Park. It is incumbent all of us NOT to litter as well as to pick up litter that we find while enjoying our beautiful parks!
DODGERTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Sunrise Rotary, The Children’s Home society of Florida, One Caring Adult, Treasure Coast Community Health and others who made in-kind donations created “The Little Dodger’s Corner” at Dodgertown Elementary School. While great strides have been made to create this space for the students, it is not officially competed and additional funding and donations are being sought to add the final touches.
DAY OF CARING
Sunrise Rotarians Pam O'Donnell, Gail DeRoy, Kyle Castle and Chris Steinkrauss recently helped out at the United Way's Day of Caring at Citrus Elementary School.
LITTLE FREE LIBRARY
Vero Beach has a new Little Free Library. Thank you Marty Lewis, Past President, Sunrise Rotary Vero Beach, for constructing and installing this at the Environmental Learning Center.
CITRUS ELEMENTARY CLEAN UP
How did you spend your Saturday morning?
Our Sunrise Rotarians braved the rain, heat, and humidity to beautify the rain garden at Citurs Elementary School.
The students will see the results of their hard work when they start back to school this week.
EDUCATION EMPOWERMENT 5K
Cheryl Ward, Chris Steinkrauss, Pam O'Donnell, Jane Burton, Laura Kennedy and Debie Avery participated in the Education Empowerment 5K on Saturday, May 28th. The race benefited Education Access, Seek the Lamb, Crossover Mission, and All you Need is LOVE. These non-profit organizations provide education programs to children and youth locally and internationally.
MEET OUR NEWEST NEW MEMBERS IN 2022
ROBERT "BOB" HILDRETH
Bob was born in Boston, MA. He graduated from high school in Columbia, MO where he and his brothers worked the family cattle ranch. Bob graduated from the Citadel in 1982 with a degree in business administration. He was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the US Army and became an Army aviator, flying attack helicopters and serving as a Huey instructor pilot. After promotion to captain, he was an instructor pilot in the Spanish language Latin American military officers and was selected to serve as the US Embassy’s field coordinator for counter-narcotics operations in Peru. Subsequently he was assigned to Washington DC as the State Department’s Air Wing operations officer. He is a Major in the United States Army Reserves and has the classification of Senior Army Aviator.In 1991 he purchased a business in the Dominican Republic and has continued to invest and grow a local financial company. He is president of Vol Cris S.A., Grupo Las Americas, Ltd, Project Las Americas (US Non-profit) and Managing Trustee of the Jon Michael Wright Charitable Foundation. Bob was very active in his community and a dedicated member in Rotary where he held several leadership positions and received numerous awards. Bob and his wife Ysabel and two daughters, Amelia and Ysabel Marie moved to Sebastian from the Dominican Republic in 2021. In their leisure time, the family enjoys swimming, cycling, rock climbing and traveling.
HARRISON BENNETT
Harrison’s parents met in the Army in Berlin, Germany during the Cold War. Originally from Washington, D.C., Harrison moved frequently due to his mother finding a place within the FBI. He has lived in Minneapolis, Minnesota; Portland, Oregon; and Buffalo, New York. Harrison has traveled the world with his family, including countries like China, Spain, Germany, France, Turkey, Italy, Mexico, & the Bahamas.Harrison attended Auburn University, where he earned a B.S. in mechanical engineering. He is an engineering intern in the Vero Beach office of J.S. Held and will become a Licensed Civil/Mechanical Professional Engineer in January 2023. He is working to become a general contractor as well. His interests include going to the beach, jet skiing, rowing, boating and playing golf.
CLARE MESHOT
Clare Meshot was born and raised in Santa Barbara, CA and comes from a large family. She homeschooled her children until high school. Her two youngest ones both attend FSU. She enjoys fitness activities, outdoor activities, traveling and spending time with friends and family – especially her two granddaughters in Virginia. Clare works as a realtor.
KRISTIN JEWELL
Kristin was raised in Burlington, MA, moved to Vero Beach in 1982 and graduated from Vero Beach High School in 1985. She always wanted to be a funeral director and embalmer. Glen Strunk gave Kristin her first experience in the industry by employing her in his funeral home when she was just 15 years old. She went to mortuary school in Miami and received an AS in Funeral Service Education and has served in in various capacities in the funeral industry ever since. She is married to Rusty and they have two children, Tyler and Cody.
KYLE CASTLE
Kyle was born and raised in Fort Pierce, Florida. He received his bachelor’s degree in accounting from Indian River State College and a master’s degree in accounting from Stetson University. Kyle relocated to Vero Beach in 2020 and is the tax manager at DiSalvo and Company where he specializes in small business and individual taxation. He has always valued community service. During a 10-year career with Publix Super Markets, Kyle participated in various United Way projects in the community and was his store’s team leader for the March of Dimes campaign. His hobbies include running, biking, and fishing. Kyle hopes to one day have time to travel the world.
NEW MEMBERS IN 2022
LYN KENNEY ALEX ALEXANDER
FELICIA BROWN MATT ROLFES JACK BERRIGAN
REBECCA WHITE ROBYN STONE
ROTARY MEANS BUSINESS
Rotary Means Business meets the first Thursday of each month
7:30 - 8:30am
Baci Trattoria - 1918 14TH Avenue
Contact a Sunrise Rotarian for your invitation
Rotarians are welcome!
Rotary Means Business encourages Rotarians to support the success of their fellow Rotarians by doing business with them, and by referring others to them.
NEXT MEETING IS THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1st
UPCOMING EVENTS
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1
Rotary Means Business - 7:30 a.m. - Baci Trattoria
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Membership Committee Meeting
3
Christmas Parade - Ocean Drive - 6:00 p.m.
7
Literacy Committee Meeting
10
Club Holiday Party
12
Community partnership Committee Meeting
24
Board meeting
15
Holiday Singalong - St. Francis Manor
INTERACT CLUB
Our Interact Club recently held a bake sale and raised $207 for Little Birthday Angels!
SUNRISE ROTARY COMMITTEES
Community Service & Partnerships
Co-Chair - Jane Burton
Co-Chair - Dave Schwartz
Environmental
Chair - Sue Flak
Health & Welfare
Chair - Kathy Lindsey
Interntional
Chair - Rick Root
Literacy
Chair - Cheryl Ward
Membership
Chair - Tarik Kawi
Public Image
Co-Chair - Deb Avery
Co-Chair - Deb Perez
Rotary Means Business
Chair - Joanne Liakos
Scholarships
Chair - Ed Massey
Vocational
Chair - Tracy Carroll
Youth
Chair - Mike Murphy
THIS IS ROTARY!!!!
The Rotary Foundation
The Rotary Foundation transforms your gifts into service projects that change lives both close to home and around the world. Since it was founded more than 100 years ago, the Foundation has spent more than $4 billion on life-changing, sustainable projects. With your help, we can make lives better in your community and around the world.
Our mission
The mission of The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International 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.
What impact can one donation have?
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For as little as 60 cents, a child can be protected from polio.
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$50 can provide clean water to help fight waterborne illness.
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$500 can launch an antibullying campaign and create a safe environment for children.
CLEAN UP PROJECT
Saturday, July 23rd, Sunrisre Rotary Vero Beach partnered with the Teal Team from Exit Right Realty to clean up around the local marina. The group removed over 50 pounds of unsightly trash!!!! Our club works hard to make a positive impact on the environmental challenges in our area.
DODGERTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Linda Scalco, Kathy Lindsey, and Wilfred Hart set up a display and talked with participants at Dodgertown Elementary’s “Summer Kick-Off” event.
Wendy Orthober worked the afternoon shift.
Help Your Community!
Consider being a part of our dynamic club serving Vero Beach, the state of Florida, and beyond.
Contact a Sunrise Rotarian & find out how you can become a Member!
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