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Rotary International	May 11

News about Rotary, a global network of business and professional leaders who volunteer their time and talents to serve their communities and the world. Rotary clubs provide emergency shelter, aid to thousands in Myanmar Indian philanthropist commits US$1 million to polio eradication The joy and rewards of giving and serving Ojai Rotarians, Be prepared This month in Rotary history -- Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland Peace is possible Pursuing a better vision of eye health in India Scottish golfers aim to set world record, raise funds for PolioPlus Denver clubs, Open World host Russian health delegation Rotarians close JFK runway for good cause Korean Rotarians keep Mongolian eco-project blossoming Kenyan peace fellow aspires to protect human security Rotary’s work paints a beautiful picture Magazine Month, Rotary Down Under Key Indian state turns the tide against polio Toys bring hope to children, troops overseas Groundbreaking ushers in new beginning for Mississippi seniors Helping a shantytown help itself This month in Rotary history Rotary magazines: Getting the word out Somalia scores ‘historic’ polio-free achievement Rotary reaches out to Kenya’s orphans Afghanistan presses ahead to end polio San Diego Rotarians unite to help victims of devastating fires What should all Rotary clubs know about clean water projects? Rotary clubs always pumped for World Water Day Empowering girls, women in Afghanistan Rotaract event allows teens to practice for life situations Rotary disburses first US$40 million from Gates Foundation grant Moving Kenya forward: Rotarians seek to heal wounds New UN-Rotary collaboration set to share global information For Rotaract, life begins at 40 Heavy lifting for new homes A centennial project built to last This month in Rotary -- Rotaract celebrates its anniversary When words fail Brazilian Arch C. Klumph Society member driven to 'move mountains' Rotarian becomes South Korea’s new president President-elect Lee challenges Rotarians to bring in more members Rotarians worldwide celebrate Swiss Rotarian leaves behind anti-land-mine legacy Tips for funding Rotary’s US$100 Million Challenge UFOs give Texas club chance to help community Rotarians help fund pediatric unit in Vietnam Trustee chair sounds the call to Rotary’s US$100 Million Challenge Google gives Rotary US$3.5 million to help end polio Scholars help Argentine students tap the power of learning Rotary images now available online February: World Understanding Month UN secretary-general meets with Rotary leaders Face to face with RI President-elect Dong Kurn Lee Wired for success This month in Rotary: 103rd anniversary Trucking tycoon helps fund peace program 3-H project shines the light of literacy in Brazil Rotarian to donate $2 million to help end polio Pacemakers keep hearts beating View International Assembly photos Survey says PR an important tool for membership Rotarians seek aid for victims of violence in Kenya International Assembly photo gallery International Assembly prepares incoming district leaders for challenges Understanding will make difference in ending world poverty Fight continues for district governor and polio survivor International Assembly photo gallery Rotarian on the street Clear vision, proper ethics strengthen Foundation’s future International Assembly photo gallery Scott announces Rotary's US$100 Million Challenge International Assembly photo gallery The promise of today's Rotary Foundation Speakers stress membership growth, leadership, during plenary Video: Lee asks Rotarians to ‘Make Dreams Real’ Rotarian on the street Foundation looks to the future with new goals Emphases key to Lee’s lofty challenge International Assembly photo gallery Lee asks Rotarians to ‘Make Dreams Real’ for world’s children More tools for promoting your club and district Going, going, gone – to college Canadian Rotaractors’ award-winning project aiding Nicaraguans Norway club delivers maternity ward to Kenyan village Home makeover surprises family dealing with cancer Literacy project hits the road with a renowned African explorer Clubs provide ShelterBoxes for North Korean flood victims Côte d’Ivoire Rotarian honored for dedication to polio eradication Son of GSE alums crusades for clean water Rotarians seek aid for cyclone victims A positive note Majla Custo: A Rotary Youth Exchange story Making the district training cycle work for you Empowered families strengthen Rotary image RYLA participant fights polio in Nigeria Past RI Director and Rotary Foundation Trustee Theodoro dies RI president declares directors-nominee After contracting polio, survivor immunizes children Documenting disaster Raffle winner turns down $30,000 prize U.S. Rotarians aid Cuban schoolchildren Musical fundraising Museum exhibit turns into a great public relations tool for clubs Gates Foundation grant garners worldwide publicity UNICEF Director says Gates challenge grant will help finish polio Spread the word about the Gates Foundation challenge grant Make plans to attend club-sponsored clean water summit in Haiti From crawling to walking: A survivor's story Rotary clubs in District 4200 respond to devastating floods in Mexico Photo contest deadline extended to 15 March Clubs in Central America to put on international project fair Foundation honors three couples for major gifts RI, Gates Foundation commit US$200 million Watch the fight to eradicate polio Board acts on new member reporting CDC Director commends Rotary’s work to end polio A historic day for Rotary Grant money in motion The Rotary calendar: A framework for training Rotary Foundation selects fourth group for peace program Three-year pilot program to test new grant structure Video message from Steve Brown, member of the Future Vision committee New funding model simplifies process for clubs and districts Rotary, UN celebrate common goals Strategic cooperative relationships will enhance service efforts New grant structure offers flexibility and strategic focus Trustees, Board approve future vision models Find out how youth around the globe celebrate World Interact Week Rotarians in District 9200 seek aid for Ugandan flood victims New e-mail scam targeting Rotarians PR grants help tell many Rotary stories Singer Beyoncé Knowles immunizes Ethiopian children against polio Rotary club shows India’s future bio-techies the right career formula Peace forums explore Rotary’s role in bridging differences How you can help fire victims in Southern California Iraqi diplomat commends Rotary for humanitarian prosthetics project Is your club using the RSS feed for RI news? April’s Project brings clean water to Guatemalans Sorrento, Italy, will host Rotary institute Book-toting Rotarians to promote literacy at L.A. convention Rotary to receive UN Association’s Humanitarian Award Rotarians travel to Ethiopia to immunize children against polio Register for 2007 Rotary Day at the United Nations How will your club honor World Food Day? Persevering against polio Polio in pictures January Rotary Awareness Month photos Rotarians chosen to serve on RI Board Arizona couple inducted into the Arch C. Klumph Society New RI officers, Foundation trustees Oral polio vaccine remains tool of choice in eradication Conferences inspire Rotarians to boost North American membership Past RI Director and Treasurer Ford dies Once divided, two Sri Lankan alumni make peace Rotary club books a sustainable worldwide reading initiative Polio cases reported in Nigeria Lee visits young heart surgery patients in India Vocational project gives Brazilian youth a taste of success British Group Study Exchange team prepared for any emergency The new face of the RI Web site Rotaractors seek aid for flood victims in North Korea U.S. ShelterBox response team delivers landmark aid Kenny is choice for 2009-10 RI president With the help of Rotarians, peace centers bring hope to world Third group graduates from Rotary peace program A new look at global ethics and The Four-Way Test Clubs respond to Peru earthquake The Rotary Foundation contact center has the answers Rotary honors Côte d'Ivoire president for polio eradication leadership