Steve Nettles, Rotary District 5710: Anti-Human Trafficking Committee Chair
Human Trafficking in Kansas
For over 40 years, Steve worked as an Educational Psychologist. His specialty was Psychometrics with a concentration in occupational testing, initially in civil service testing, with most of his career in licensing and certification. He retired at the end of 2015 and wanted to find opportunities for service projects.
Steve joined the Rotary Club of Lenexa in 2016, having held the following positions - Vice-President, President Elect and President, Foundation Chair, and the Anti Human Trafficking (AHT) Committee Chair. I am now serving as the District 5710 Chair for the AHT Committee and am on the the District 5710 AHT Board. He is also an associate member of the Community Action Against Human Trafficking (CAAHT) Rotary e-club. In his spare time Steve enjoys listening to music, making sawdust, and occasionally fishing in Canada.
The Rotary Club of Leawood, Kansas and the Rotary Club of Overland Park, Kansas are hosting a good old-fashioned BBQ at the Home Place Farm in southern Leawood. It is provided at no cost as a “Welcome To KC" gift. Folks, this is the real deal: a historic venue with wood smoked KC BBQ and craft beer. If you are a Rotarian that is visiting Kansas City, a Rotarian from the Kansas City area, or are hosting Rotarian guests during the World Cup, please RSVP and come and join in with the fun.
Space is limited to 100, so please RSVP to Dan Craig (dcraigandco@gmail.com) before June 13th.
WHEN: June 15, 2026
12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Home Place Farm
13101 Mission Rd., Leawood, KS 66209
ROTARY NIGHT AT THE BALLBARK
June 19, 2026
KC Monarchs v Milwaukee Milkmen Legends Field, Kansa City, KS
Step up to the plate for an unforgettable evening of fun, fellowship, and purpose!
Join Rotary District 5710 for a family-friendly night at the ballpark. This special event supports Rotary International’s PolioPlus Fund, helping eradicate polio worldwide—one pitch at a time. No FIFA game that day so bring your international guest for an American experience. Remember to include the kids and grandkids too!
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS • Tailgate Party (4:00–6:00 PM): Hot dogs, brats, chips, cookies and beverages (donations benefit PolioPlus) Activities for kids. • Wear Rotary or End Polio Now attire for raffle entries
• 6:15 PM: Skydivers land on the field • 6:30 PM: National Anthem by Rotarian Roger Aeschliman, ceremonial first pitch by winning bidder, and the game begins
⭐ BE THE STAR OF THE GAME Bid on the Ceremonial First Pitch Experience! Visit: https://onecau.se/_hst6v1 click menu/first pitch auction/click on pic
• Bidding closes June 17 at 8:00 PM • At $2,500, winner selects their catcher • Includes on-field recognition and first pitch opportunity • Must check in by 6:00 PM on June 19
Volunteer at Geeks for Kids Delivery Day Kansas City, and be part of unforgettable moments as we deliver custom cars and other assistive devices to kids with movement limitations. Together, we can be a driving force in kids' lives.
Members of Rotary District 5710 will be traveling to India for World Polio Day, Oct 22 – 28. Travel and expense details of the trip are here: https://worldpolioday.agratajmahalrotary.org/
Rotarians are encouraged to join the trip, as are family and friends who are not Rotarians.
Volunteer teams of four Rotarians will work with local Rotary partners and health workers to vaccinate children and also distribute small gifts provided by Agra Rotary clubs to the children they serve.
So far, there are seven local Rotarians registered plus 2 folks from Canada. There is still room for more folks to join. This is a rare chance to see Rotary’s global mission in action and make a direct, measurable impact.
Due to the generosity of a few Rotarians who support Rotary's campaign to eradicate polio worldwide, we also have some financial assistance available. If you are interested in attending or applying for a scholarship, please contact the District 5710 Polio Plus Chair, Maria Wilson at (785) 224-6745 or Maria4PolioPlus@gmail.com. Scholarship Application Deadline extended to June 30, 2026.
At the beginning of this year, the following goals were set for our giving as a Club to Rotary International:
Giving to the Annual Fund: $11,500
Polio Plus Fund: $1000
In order for our club to reach Star Club status and therefor receive extra grant funds from District 5710, at least $100 per capita needs to be donated to the Rotary International Annual Fund. For this year, that amount would be approximately $11,000.
As a reminder, Every Rotarian Every Year, is the goal - to have every Rotarian donation something to the Rotary Foundation. Our goal is $100 per member. Go to https://my.rotary.org/en/donate to make a donation online.
For over 40 years, Steve worked as an Educational Psychologist. His specialty was Psychometrics with a concentration in occupational testing, initially in civil service testing, with most of his career in licensing and certification. He retired at the end of 2015 and wanted to find opportunities for service projects.
