President Regina Edmondson led the club this week in discussions around the projects the Rotary Club of Aurora is involved in.

Since it was founded more than 100 years ago, the Foundation has spent more than $4 billion on life-changing, sustainable projects. The mission of The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International is to enable Rotarians to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty.

1. The Rotary Club of Aurora has 157 Paul Harris Fellows.  

   The Paul Harris Fellow program recognizes individuals who contribute, or who have contributions made in their name, of $1,000 to The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International.  The honor was established in 1957 to show appreciation for contributions that support our Annual Fund, PolioPlus, or an approved Foundation grant.

2. These monies support prevention of disease, clean water, supporting education, growing local economies, saving mothers and children and promoting peace.  

3. For as little as 60 cents, a child can be protected from polio.
4. $50 can provide clean water to help fight waterborne illness.
5. $500 can launch an antibullying campaign and create a safe environment for children.
6. All monies given come back to the Rotary Club of Aurora for use in the community.  
7. Bill Gates Foundation has indicated they will match what is given for polio from Rotary. 

- Aurora Rotary Foundation - 

1. Founded in 1982 the foundation hhas 225K in assets and 100K endowment. 
2. Board members include Chuck Cluster, Jana Clark, Linda Witulski, Mike Garcia, Jim Bickford, and Bill Wiggins.
3. Finance Committee - Bob Barrows, Paul Suss, Rick Richard and Kimberly Armitage.  Ric Martin is the financial advisor for the foundation.  Kimberly is also the recording secretary and everything is presented to the board that comes into the foundation. 
4. Average award in 20K-25K with awards 2 per year.
5. Scholarships are awarded in July and paid to universities or institutions directly.
6. Recipients include - Sister Cities, Cherry Creek and Aurora Public School Districts(Kindles).

1. Member Tom Klein mentioned the Kettle Ringing effort that the club is involved with annually during Christmas.  The club has done an exceptional job over the years supporting this event.
2. Member Captain Sam Lemar also thank club members for their support of the Aurora Corp with donations and volunteer efforts. 

1. Shots for Tots and Teens' goal is to make sure every child receives the immunizations needed to keep them healthy.  The program offers low- and no-cost Saturday immunization clinics throughout the year in Aurora, Denver and Arvada with the help of experienced immunization nurses, fire medics, paramedics, health care and community volunteers. Each clinic also offers fun activities and prizes for kids, including fire engine and ambulance tours.  All recommended immunizations are available for children ages 0 to 18 years. No appointment is necessary, and patients are served on a first come, first serve basis. 
2. Our club has been very active with this endeavor during the winter and spring at Aurora Fire Station #2 @ 12600 Hoffman Blvd, Aurora, CO 80011. 
3. Volunteer opportunities will start in January.  

1. Colonel Devin Pepper Buckley Air Force Base Installation Commander and Commander, 460th Space Wing presents the annual STATE of the BASE at this joint Chamber/Aurora Rotary Luncheon. Col Pepper will review Buckley's activities for 2020 and take a look ahead at some of the things we can anticipate in 2021.
2. For more information please contact Event Chair George Peck. 

1. The club has been involved with State of The City(Aurora) for many years.  Mayor Mike Coffman will present in 2020.
2. Event Chair Patti Bateman will have more information in 2020 as we look to follow-up with Aurora businesses to support this effort.  
3. Big fundraiser for the club.

1. Member Doug Anthony discussed our support of Flower Power.  Club members pickup plants and flowers that are then redistributed to local senior communities for their enjoyment.
2. This has been a big endeavor with the support of young adults from Rangeview supporting the pickup as well as club members. 

1. The Aurora Rotary Club first hosted an exchange student in 1959. Since then we have hosted and sent high school students abroad for both long term & short term exchanges. Our most recent inbound student is from Denmark.
   You do not need to be a Rotarian to host a Rotary Youth Exchange student!
2. Whether you’re already familiar with the program, have a desire to promote international friendships, or have even just seen the benefits of international travel in your own life, consider joining the Rotary Youth Exchange team in some capacity.
3. Member Kimberly Armitage is the primary contact.