Kristi Shepherd reported on the idea of an Impact Companion Club. This is similar to a Satellite club, but would attract new members that otherwise may not be able to meet the time or financial commitments of a typical Rotary Club. The Impact Companion Club would not have attendance requirements, would have reduced dues and no lunch requirements, and would concentrate on members achieving a certain number of service hours per year and participating in our fund raisers.
Some examples of prospective members would be teachers, first responders, spouses, health care workers, younger adults and parents, and satellite club members.
Kristi also mentioned the possibility of a Flag Program, which would put out American flags on certain holidays around Kerrville. The money raised would benefit our Rotary programs. It is similar to a program already in place for businesses in the area, but this would concentrate on residential areas instead.
Greg Faldyn provided information on the Rotary Foundation. Our Foundation is consistently highly ranked by Charity Navigator, with 92% of the funds raised going directly to programs. The worldwide polio eradication effort continues, and there are only 7 current reported cases in the world so far this year. The areas of focus include Promoting Peace, Fighting Disease, Providing Clean Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Saving Mothers and Children, Supporting Education, Growing Local Economies, and Protecting the Environment.
Brenda Thompson reported on Membership activities for the club. We achieved the membership citation award in our district. Brenda also provided the results of the membership survey which was recently completed.
