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NEXT WEEK'S MEETING
Monday, May 8, 2023
Doubletree Hotel
Sedona Room
 
Dr. Michelle Hubbard
Superintendent, Shawnee Mission School District
Set-up/Greeter: Stephanie Thompson
Moment of Inspiration: Nate Harbur
Classification Talk: Mike Tracy

 
 
Donations for Growing Futures
I don't know about you, but I was very moved by the presentation at the April 24 meeting by Larry Lewis with Growing Futures.  Thank you, Stephanie, for inviting him to speak to our club.  For those not able to attend, look up growingfutureseec.org. 
 
Larry indicated one of the biggest needs they have is diapers - specifically sizes 5, 6 & 7.  Also sensitive skins wipes are a big help as well.  He said any will do but some of the brand names have been a little more reliable.
 
I would like to CHALLENGE our members to bring some diapers and/or wipes to our next meeting on MONDAY, MAY 8th.  Stephanie and I will help coordinate a drop off at the center.
 
Let's show Larry what our club is all about and overflow his lobby with diapers!!
OPRF Spring Grant Application
The Overland Park Rotary Foundation on behalf of the Overland Park Rotary Club plans to award one $5000 grant to a community organization or agency in the Kansas City metro that provide human services/human need to members of our communities. 
 
The following is the official application and guidelines that would pertain to all Overland Park Rotary Club members and outside requests, which was adopted by the Overland Park Foundation Board.
 
An application must be from an Overland Park Rotary Club member in good standing or from a community organization or community agency that must be sponsored by an Overland Park Rotary Club member in good standing.  An organization or agency who has received funding from the Overland Park Rotary Foundation within the past five years will not be eligible for a Spring 2023 grant award. 
 
The application for a $5000 grant from the Overland Park Rotary Foundation Board should submit in writing the nature of the request to include/address the following:
  • An explanation reflecting the alignment with objectives of the funding to provide human services/human need or relief within the Kansas City Metro
  • A specific description of how the funds will be used
  • A timeframe describing when and how the funds will be used
  • A description of the organization or individuals receiving the funds
Note: grant recipients are expected to provide a written report to the Overland Park Rotary Foundation Board, as well as a presentation to the Overland Park Rotary Club, on the impact those funds had within 12 months from receiving the funds.
 
Each submitted grant application must include the name of the Overland Park Rotarian who is serving as the sponsor. Grant applications for 2023 must be submitted on or before Sunday, May 14, 2023. Questions can be directed to Erik Rome at erik.rome@gmail.com or (913) 568-8599. 
 
Completed applications can be submitted to Erik Rome via email at erik.rome@gmail.com or they can be mailed to:
                Overland Park Rotary Foundation
                Attention: 2023 Spring Grant Application
                PO Box 7558
                Overland Park, KS  66207
 
Upon review by the Overland Park Rotary Foundation Board, applicants will be notified of decisions after May 22, 2023.  Those who are selected to receive grants will be awarded funds on Monday June 19, 2023 during the regular meeting of the Overland Park Rotary Club and will hopefully can attend the meeting for acknowledgement.
Speakers
May 15, 2023
Luxury Cruising in Antartica & Other Adventures
May 22, 2023
Overland Park Police Chief
May 29, 2023
Jun 05, 2023
Jun 12, 2023
Russia – Ukraine War
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The Overland Park Rotary Club Foundation has two openings for its board beginning on July 1st. Please contact Erik Rome at erik.rome@gmail.com or (913) 568-8599, or any other board member, if you're interested in serving.

Birthdays & Anniversaries
April 30 - May 13
 
Birthdays
Barry Sullivan, May 1
Stan Meyer, May 5
 
Anniversaries
Molly & Jason Camis, April 30,
12 years
Frank & Melanie Caro, May 12,
39 years
 
Club Anniversaries
John Martinson, 23 years, 5/1
Andy Bowne, 2 years, 5/3
Nate Harbur, 37 years, 5/5
Renee Jacobs, 20 years, 5/12

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