Our annual celebration is next month. Katie and I hope to see you at the William Penn Inn on June 17th at 6:00 PM. It is our time to celebrate all that we accomplished this year at the District Changeover.
Have you made your contribution to the Rotary Foundation yet this year? Help make an impact with all of the projects that we implement in our communities.
CONGRATULATIONS toLORETTA OTTINGER,Fleetwood Rotary Club, for winning the free 10-Day Excursion to Cambodia at the multi-District Conference at the Hershey Lodge. Loretta’s free raffle entry at the Sustainable Cambodia information table in the House of Friendship was randomly selected on Saturday evening.
The prize consists of waiving the price to participate in a 10-Day Excursion Trip with fellow Rotarians through Cambodia organized by the Rotary Club of Pursat and Sustainable Cambodia (a $1,090 value – single occupancy). Loretta is registered for the January 2026 trip -- “I am excited about the Cambodia trip.”
Consider joining Loretta and other Rotarians from around the world in January 2026. Spots are available for just $995 per person (double occupancy) or $1,090 (single occupancy). (Not Included: Flights to/from Cambodia, travel insurance, personal expenses.)
More than just a vacation, this journey offers an extraordinary opportunity to witness the life-changing impact of Rotary projects. Explore Cambodia’s breathtaking landscapes, walk among ancient temples, and connect with communities benefiting from Rotary’s support.
Please visit this link: Visit SC in Cambodia - Sustainable Cambodia to download a brochure providing more information about these tours and to reserve your trip. The tours are organized and hosted by the Rotary Club of Pursat and Sustainable Cambodia. There is also a November 2025 trip.
If you have any questions, please contact Michael Orbin, Bethlehem Morning Star Rotary Club, and volunteer member of the Sustainable Cambodia Board of Directors: 610-703-4292, morbin@ptd.net
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! The District 7430 Mental Health & Wellness Committee recognizes the work of the West Reading/Wyomissing Mental Health Initiative!
The West Reading/Wyomissing Rotary Club has taken an important step by establishing a Mental Health Committee. We are sharing the steps we’ve taken to get this initiative off the ground, in case it may benefit other clubs considering a similar effort.
Steps Our Club Has Taken (And YOUR Club can too!)
1. Identifying Leadership and Members:
We began by seeking a volunteer to lead the committee and opened it up to interested club members willing to serve on it.
2. Initial Planning Meeting:
Once we formed the group, we held a planning meeting to brainstorm what members wanted the committee to achieve.
3. Compiling and Refining Ideas:
The gathered ideas were reviewed and discussed during the next meeting, leading to the creation of three primary objectives:
Education: Raise awareness about the importance of mental health wellness among Rotarians and the broader community through our website and social media.
Ending Stigma: Foster greater understanding of mental health conditions and work to reduce the stigma surrounding them.
Encouragement: Inspire and empower fellow Rotarians and community members to pursue their own paths to mental health wellness.
Committee Initiatives:
Currently, we are focused on two key projects:
Including a mental health message in our meeting agenda to keep the topic front and center.
Hosting quarterly guest speakers to discuss different aspects of mental health.
We understand that our goals may evolve over time as the needs of our community and members change, but these initiatives provide us with a strong foundation for now.
We hope sharing our experiences inspires other Rotary Clubs to start similar initiatives and prioritize mental health within their communities. Together, we can make a meaningful difference.
Please check out the attached ideas for your club to consider for May meetings to recognize Mental Health Awareness month. (Click READ MORE)
Thanks and congratulations to the 16 clubs achieving Hero status (≥$1,000) through March 2025. The generosity of individual Rotarians and clubs enables the life-saving work of ShelterBox, both here and abroad, and you should be proud of what you are doing.
ShelterBox has now provided over three million people with life-giving support in its 25 year history. ShelterBox is responding in Myanmar following two devastating earthquakes in April.
To learn more about the work of ShelterBox and our partnership with Rotary, visit www.shelterboxusa.org.
Gold (≥$5,000)
Silver (≥$3,000
Bronze (≥$1,000)
Kutztown
Bethlehem Morning Star
Ambler
Willow Grove
Pottstown
Bethlehem
Blue Bell
Doylestown
Fleetwood
Harleysville
Hatboro
Horsham
Montgo New Britain
Quakertown
Springfield Township
West Reading- Wyomissing
Do you want a ShelterBox presence at a club event or do you need a presentation to your club? Contact D7430 Ambassador Bill Tuszynski at bill.tuszynski@gmail.com or 267-374-1631 to put us on your calendar. Contact Bill if you are interested in getting more involved with Shelter Box, either as a co-Ambassador or Club Champion. We are actively looking for a co-Ambassador to serve alongside Bill and share in handling club presentations as well as sharing the “Box” with clubs.
Wednesday, May 7 - Club officers (Treasurer, Secretary, Public Image, Membership, Foundation) and District Committee Leadership chairs, 6:30 PM
On Wednesday, May 7th, we will meet with all our club secretaries, treasurers, membership chairs, public image chairs, foundation chairs, and district committee chairs. We will be in separate breakout rooms, sharing ideas and getting tips and advice from Rotarians with experience in each area.
On Thursday, May 8th, we will meet with all past District Governors to discuss how we can work together to help achieve our key goals in several areas.
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