Madison Rotary is an enthusiastic engaged network of ordinary people providing "Service Above Self", in our local and global communities. We have 90 members and are inviting individuals to join our successful and vibrant organization. Contact Barry Kroll, barrykroll@aol.com or 973-476-2772 for additional information. You are also invited to attend one of our two weekly meetings held Thursdays; 7:47 am breakfast at the YMCA or lunch 12:15 pm at the Madison Hotel to meet some members and learn more about Rotary. RSVP to Barry Kroll.
Take away bold ideas about how to improve your club experience, your community, and the world from breakout sessions at the Rotary convention in Singapore.
Check out the new Madison Rotary website - www.madisonrotarynj.org It has a new cover banner featuring Carol Martorana; additionally here is a new menu tab "Recorded Programs" that features video recordings of presentation by morning speakers. Thank you Ed Kalinka for your efforts in recording/posting this information on the website.
From left are Madison Rotary Club President Elizabeth “Liz” Parker; Madison Rotary Club Treasurer David Farrell; Madison Area YMCA Senior Director of Organization Advancement Amie Herman; Madison Area YMCA President & CEO Diane Mann; Barry Kroll, Madison Rotary Club past president and district governor; and Madison Area YMCA Associate Development Director Leigh Anne Soroka.
The Madison Rotary has pledged $50,000 to the Madison Area YMCA's capital campaign. "The Madison Area YMCA is excited to announce that the Madison Rotary Club Board of Directors pledged an exceptionally generous $50,000 gift to the Madison Area YMCA’s multi-million-dollar Family Center expansion" YMCA President and Chief Executive Officer Diane Mann said.
One of the goals of our club for the year is to grow the number of members who belong to Rotary. Six volunteers are needed to do a 30 second video recording about why you are a member of Madison Rotary. These testimonials will be used on the Club website and in various other promotions to communicate the story of Rotary and build membership. Contact Jim Allison, Membership Chair, at jra188@aol.com to volunteer.
The 50/50 Club raffle kick-off is Thursday, September 26, 2019. This is the single largest fund raising event of the year and is the source of the majority of funds used in our charitable distribution and scholarship program. If you have any questions or need information contact raffle Chair Jen Pinto at jenniferlynnpinto@gmail.com If interested in purchasing a 50/50 raffle ticket ($20,000 first prize) contact any Madison Rotarian or Barry Kroll at barrykroll@aol.com.
Bottle Hill Day will be Saturday, October 5, 2019. Each year Madison Rotary operates a food concession stand selling hamburgers, cheeseburger, hot dogs, pretzels and soft drinks. Club members are needed to volunteer to help with cooking, selling, set up/cleanup, etc. Please volunteer for one or more two hour shifts between the hours of 9 am and 5 pm. Contact Joe Smith, event coordinator, at jtsmith0443@gmail.com or call 973-865-4777. The proceeds from Bottle Hill day are used to help fund Madison Rotary's charitable distribution program which provides over $40,000 to local charities and organizations. Come join your fellow Rotarians for a day of work and fun while benefiting the community.
On Sunday, October 6th, Madison Rotary will hold its annual food drive under the leadership of Rotarian Carmela Moeller. The event will take place at the Chatham Shoprite from 12 noon to 4 pm. Rotarians are needed to help collect food that will be distribute to our local food bank. Contact carmoeller@aol.com to volunteer. Las year, over 1600 pounds of food were collected and transported to the Interfaith Food Pantry. This is the time of the year when food donations dip and Madison's food drive event helps provide food for needy families.
Do you have a story or a piece of news that can be shared with our Club? If you are a committee chair, the leader of a project, a club member, write a short paragraph describing your event, activity, accomplishment or upcoming event, send it to newsletter editor Barrykroll@aol.com. We want club members to be aware of individual and club accomplishments, upcoming events, when volunteers are needed, information about Rotary, etc. If you have a picture it always adds to the readability of the story.
2020 End Hunger 3.6 is scheduled for March 7th, 2020. The goal will be to package 250,000 meals to help those in need in New Jersey. The End Hunger Committee is beginning its fundraising efforts. In particular lead sponsors are needed for the event. If you are aware of individuals and/or corporations who would like the exposure of being connected with the largest food packaging event in New Jersey, contact Ellsworth Havens, Event Chair, at ellsworthhavens@msn.com
Club meetings give members an opportunity to enjoy fellowship and provide them with the information and motivation they need to increase their participation in activities that serve the club, the community, and the world. Weekly meetings feature interesting programs that enhance members' Rotary knowledge, reinforce the value of continued membership, and increase awareness of local and global issues. If you would like to be the speaker or want to recommend a speaker for one of our meetings, please contact Nancy Adamczyk.
It has been a long standing tradition that Rotarians should wear a Rotary pin. When do you wear your Rotary pin? To club meetings, district meetings and events, all of the time or never?
Rotary Global Rewards is the member benefit program designed exclusively for Rotarians.. Find discounts and special offers, along with opportunities to give back to Rotary through your purchases. Click the link to see all available offers ROTARY GLOBAL REWARDS.
Do you shop Amazon? When you access the Amazon through Rotary Global Rewards, Amazon will contribute 5% of your purchases to The Rotary Foundation. To take advantage of this program, click on the Amazon logo below. This will take you to the regular Amazon website. By clicking the Amazon logo you will be identified as a Rotarian. Bookmark and access the Amazon website for all future purchases and 5% of your purchases will be contributed to The Rotary Foundation every time you shop Amazon.
Download the ClubRunner Mobile App form the Apple or Google store. Log in and have a complete District Directory on your Smartphone. Click video for details.
Over 150 Rotarians from the Rotary District 7475 were on hand in West Orange on June 24th when Ray Freaney, from Madison Rotray, was formally installed as the 2019-2020 District Governor. Past District Governors were invited to attend and participate in a "Passing of the Gavel" ceremony as part of the program. More than 17 PDGs participated in this special event, each sharing their yearly theme as they pass the gavel from one to the other. All District officers were also inducted. It was a wonderful fellowship event. Participants enjoyed wonderful selection of food and drinks. Thanks to the committee members who worked hard to put this event together.
25 Madison Rotarians and Guests enjoyed a Somerset Patriots baseball outing at TD Ballpark in Bridgewater. Fortunately we were not deterred by the 90 degree hot weather - we did have an air conditioned suite for a little relief. Our Suite was located directly behind home plate in the upper level. We paid attention to the foul balls many of which came our way. We thank the Somerset Patriots for there generosity of donating this Suite to Taste of Madison. The Suite was purchased by Barry Kroll in the silent auction at the the Taste and shared with the Club.
Congratulations to the 40 organizations who received a portion of $40,000 raised in contributions and fundraising by Madison Rotary. Madison Rotary is pleased to provide help and support to these organizations who are doing amazing things in our community. If you are one of the recipients you are receiving this newsletter to keep you informed about the activities of Madison Rotary and to learn more about additional opportunities for service. To learn more about Madison Rotary, Contact Jim Allison, Membership Chair, at jra188@aol.com. I
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