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Our membership cares deeply about the needs and concerns of our members. We don’t want to miss an opportunity to reach out in friendship when such concerns arise. The chairperson of this committee is Lynn Dunn and all news should be directed to her at lynn.dunn@rmcpa.com

President's Message
Faith

Thanks to the Emory Clifton Rotary Club last Friday we received 20,000 disposable and KN95 masks and over 1000 bottles of hand sanitizer. Our friends from FODAC delivered the boxes and by Monday afternoon, the packages were sorted and out the door to local charities.  The supplies were generously donated by Home Depot, UPS and the Georgia Center for Nonprofits 

Rotarian Amy Brannen secured 50 doses of the Moderna vaccine that was administered Sunday afternoon to those 65 and older.   What a blessing!  I have never seen so many happy faces.  The second dose will be given February 21st.  Please thank Amy, her sister Beth Cayce, and the folks at Cara Vita for making this possible.

Miracles do not just happen; people make them happen.

This Week's Speaker
Col. Michael Steele

Col. Michael Steele (Ret.) From Statham, Georgia, attended University of Georgia, where he was an offensive lineman for the Bulldogs football team, during the Vince Dooley era. He played on the UGA 1980 national championship team, with our own Jim Broadway.

Upon graduation, he was commissioned as an infantry officer through Army ROTC in 1983. His first assignment was to the Berlin Brigade in West Berlin. Later he received a master's degree from Central Michigan University. His military education includes Airborne School, Ranger School, Joint Power Control School, Army Command and General Staff College.

Col. Steele was a U.S. Army company commander in the 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment during the 1993 Somalia mission Operation Gothic Serpent, which inspired the now famous book and film "Black Hawk Down." He was awarded the Bronze Star with Valor Devise, as well as a Purple Heart and numerous other decorations.

Thursdays, 11:45 - 1:15 PM | Holiday Inn
Meeting Protocol Virtual and In-Person

You can participate either way.

1)  Join us at the Holiday Inn.   We continue to expand our space as we have requested additional tables be added with fewer seats per table.  We are using all three ballrooms.   The Holiday Inn is located behind the Olive Garden at 909 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Roswell, GA 30076.

2)  Join us virtually at 12:15pm by computer, tablet or phone via CLICKING/TAPPING THIS LINK.   If you are asked, the password is Roswell.  

Sunday, February 14th 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Hearts for Honduras Virtual Wine Tasting

Join Hearts for Honduras annual fundraiser with all proceeds to benefit Lunches for Learning.  This aids a poverty-stricken region and levels the playing field for all elementary-aged children to attend school.

The pandemic has created a difficult global environment for us all. On top of the pandemic, the region has suffered through two major hurricanes.

The event will be held February 14th from 2 to 4, with a new theme. A wine tasting hosted by Dan Pernice of Roswell's Osteria Mattone. There are both a virtual and a limited in-person VIP experience with a selection of wines, small bites, and an additional package for dessert and sparkling wine.

Tickets are on sale now until Feb 8th at www.h4hroswell.com .

Freezin' for a Reason
Join RPD in the Polar Plunge, Sat. Feb. 20th

The Roswell Police Department has asked that we join their team in the Special Olympics of Georgia Polar Plunge 2021 at Acworth Beach.

Butch Neeley has taken the challenge!   Who will join him? 

Click https://www.classy.org/team/336460 to sign up or donate or ask President Lynne.  

Honor Air Decals
Support our May 11th Road Warriors Trip

Roswell Rotary will host over 60 veterans & volunteers on May 11th for a full day trip to Fort Benning Army Base. With a community wide patriotic send off, buses will transport WWII, Korean and Vietnam war veterans to enjoy a VIP tour of the military base and National Infantry Museum. The visit will include a catered luncheon featuring presentations by General Pete Jones and other high-ranking officers who will also honor each veteran with a pinning ceremony. 

Five dollars each, your purchase supports our trip and increases the brands presence.  Decals are available at our weekly meeting.  Check with Alicia or Gene at Alicia@RoswellRotary.com.   

Charity Spotlight
Foster Care Support

Mission:

To strengthen the ability of foster families to meet the needs of their foster children by implementing community-based resources and education that can decrease the need for institutionalized care.

Fast Facts:

• Founded in a garage by Rachel Ewald in 1996 and incorporated in 2000.

• Since 2000, FCFS has served over 52,000 children with free clothing, toys, school supplies and safe infant care items throughout every county in GA.

• FCSF provides up to $8 million worth of in-kind services and goods on a budget of just over $700,000 and over 7,000 annual volunteers.

• The State plans to place at least 50% of foster children with relatives by 2018 with little or no support. Many of these families have little income or support of their own.

• FCSF now offer 12 different services to foster parents, including:

• Wardrobing: New or gently used clothing to children entering foster care.
• Infant Care Equipment: Car seats, changing tables, high chairs, strollers.
• Toys: Developmental and social toys, bikes, and games, etc.
• Book Distribution: Academic and pleasure reading material.
• Prom-a-Palooza Event: Prom dresses and accessories for female teens.
• Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Offer resources and services to relative care givers.
• Long Distance Distribution Program: Mail clothing, toys, and other items to children residing in homes outside the metro area that are unable to visit the center in Roswell.
• Foster Smiles: Engaging community professionals, medical or other, to offer in-kind services.
• Independent Living Services: Supply clothing to college students exiting the foster care system for two years to give them a boost and help them get stabilized in a new life.
• Continuing Education for Foster Parents: Provide information and training about how to improve the care of abused and neglected children.
• Hope for Tomorrow Mentorship Program: Help teens develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities to become successful adults.
• Georgia Cares Partnership (GCP): Engaging communities, faith-based organizations, and companies to partner for the recruitment of foster homes and volunteers.

Find out more:

www.fostercares.org

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