Rotary International District 6990

???? Happy Thanksgiving from Rotary District 6990! ???? This season of gratitude reminds us of the incredible power of service and the amazing Rotarians who dedicate their time, energy, and passion to creating hope in the world. We are deeply thankful for each of you—your efforts inspire meaningful change in our communities and beyond. As you gather with loved ones today, we hope you feel the joy of knowing you’ve made a difference. Together, we continue to exemplify Service Above Self. ? Wishing you a warm and wonderful Thanksgiving! ? #RotaryDistrict6990 #ServiceAboveSelf #ThanksgivingGratitude #RotaryThanksgiving

???? Honoring Our Veterans ???? On this Veterans Day, Rotary District 6990 joins in saluting the brave men and women who have served our country with unwavering dedication. As Rotarians, we are inspired by your selfless service and commitment to peace and freedom. Today, we honor and thank you for the sacrifices you’ve made to protect our communities and uphold the values we hold dear. From all of us at Rotary District 6990, thank you, Veterans. You are our heroes. ???? #VeteransDay #ServiceAboveSelf #RotaryDistrict6990 #ThankYouVeterans #HonoringHeroes

??? Election Day is Here! Make Your Voice Heard! ??? US Rotarians, today is an important day to exercise our civic duty and make a difference in our communities. Voting impacts the initiatives and policies that help us create positive change and build a brighter future. If you haven’t voted yet, find your polling place, check your registration, and make a plan to participate in this pivotal day. #RotaryVotes #Rotary #Rotary6990 #ElectionDay2024 #PeopleOfAction

???? Happy Halloween, Rotary District 6990! ???? Wishing all our members, friends, and community a safe, spooky, and fun-filled Halloween! Let's continue to light up our communities and spread kindness today and every day! Stay safe, enjoy the festivities, and remember—small acts of kindness can be the most magical treat of all! ???? #HappyHalloween #RotaryDistrict6990 #ServiceAboveSelf

?? Today is World Polio Day! Rotary has been at the forefront of the fight to end polio since 1985. We’re this close to making history and eradicating polio for good. ?? Rotary District 6990 is proud to stand with millions of Rotarians worldwide in this mission. Together, we’ve reduced polio cases by 99.9%, but the fight isn’t over. We need your support to make sure polio is eradicated everywhere. ?? Join us in the effort to #EndPolioNow and create a polio-free world for future generations. #WorldPolioDay #RotaryInternational #PeopleOfAction #RotaryDistrict6990 #EndPolioNow #PolioPlus

Don't miss our MAP Webinar: 'Attraction Action: Build Your Club With Innovative and Traditional Solutions'! Mark your calendars for October 14th and join us at 5:30 pm ET as we discuss strategies to attract members and grow Rotary! This session is packed with strategies from 2 Rotary clubs that added 26 and 41 members last year! Grab a notebook and prepare to incorporate some of these strategies into your own club's action plan. The Membership Action Plan (MAP) Webinar series is designed for club leaders like you. Our viewers keep returning for tools, tips, and ideas that truly work, and we are excited about our next session. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from experienced leaders who will share information that can make a difference in your membership efforts. If you miss the monthly broadcast at 5:30 pm on the second Monday of each month, recordings are available on the MAP Web Page.

As dangerous Hurricane Milton approaches our state, now is the time to prepare, and time is of the essence. District 6990 is a part of a collaboration with all 8 districts in the state of Florida to provide tools, resources, and support to one another in times of disaster. Fellow Rotarians on the West Coast shared their best tips based on lessons they learned, and the following is a checklist of things to consider before and after the storm. Before The Storm 1. Take care of your personal life, your family, your club, your community, in that order. The well-being of you and your family should be paramount. 2. Get supplies for your family, but don’t take more than what you need. 3. Take pictures and videos of your home and belongings, before and after the storm, and also those of your preparations. 4. Heed evacuation orders. If you are in a flood or coastal zone and ordered to evacuate, please do so. 5. Call 311 or 211 (check your local listings) for free transportation to a shelter. 6. Pack an essentials go bag. One bag per family. 7. Get a supply of cash in the event ATMs are not working. 8. Activate a call tree now for your Rotary club and find out what people need in preparation. Take care of your own prep first. 9. Take gas cans off the ground to avoid water from getting into the gas. 10. If you're going to sleep, turn the volume up on your phone in case of emergency alerts. 11. Turn off your breakers after your power goes out, especially if there’s water in the house. 12. For your Rotary club, download a current roster from DACDB so that you can initiate a call tree after the storm in the event there is no power and you cannot access their contact information. 13. If you don't already have one, create a What's App chat for your club. This will be helpful if there is internet service but not cell service. Stay safe!

District Governor Dennis recently visited the Rotary Club of Pompano Beach, where he shared his inspiring vision and goals for Rotarians and District 6990. His passion for service and dedication to strengthening our district resonated with everyone in the room. Thank you, DG Dennis, for your leadership and for encouraging us all to continue making a positive impact in our communities and beyond! Together, we are creating hope in the world! ???? #RotaryDistrict6990 #RotaryInAction #Leadership #PompanoBeachRotary #ServiceAboveSelf

Top ten reasons why all Rotarians should consider attending Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) 1. You want ROI (Return on Investment) for your Rotary membership. 2. You want to learn how to apply your business leadership skills to volunteer/non-employee leadership. 3. You enjoy learning through discussion…NO LECTURES! 4. You want to learn BASICS of the Rotary Foundation. 5. You want to learn how to execute EFFECTIVE service projects. 6. You want to learn how to retain and engage members for the long run. 7. You want to learn how to use the power of 35,000 clubs to solve local and global challenges. 8. You want to learn how an “ordinary” person can make an extraordinary impact. 9. You want to do all of this while: meeting/networking with likeminded, interesting Rotarians who think like you do…and 10. Learn how to create the opportunity for life changing “Rotary Moments” Join us for RLI in Miami today! ?? Saturday, October 19th at 9:00am IN PERSON at: ?? Keiser University Miami 2101 NW 117th Ave, Miami, FL 33172 Register on DACDB!

Despite the rain, Rotarians made it out to Phil's Berry Farm to enjoy our District Family Picnic! A huge thank you to Rotarian Phil and his wife Patty, along with their visiting son, for extending every hospitality possible and graciously hosting us on their beautiful property. Attendees were treated to delicious food, fun lawn games, and a mini concert inside the barn by a professional entertainer! Proceeds from the event will go directly to the Rotary 6990 Foundation for disaster relief. Special thanks to Publix for their generous donation of hamburgers. All in all, a successful and memorable day for all! #RotaryDistrict6990 #RotaryFoundation #RotaryPicnic #CommunitySupport #DisasterRelief