Youngstown Rotary Clatter - Monday October 18, 2021 (Oct 18, 2021)

This month Rotary International asks us to Serve to Change Lives by taking action to creating opportunities for decent and productive work and strengthening local entrepreneurs. Explore the possibilities with us at our meeting Wednesday at noon at Wick Park or virtually via Zoom.

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The Zoom ID is: 330 967 0456

Growing Local Economies | Rotary International

This Week's Speaker

World Polio Day information and Pints Vs. Polio

Last Week's Speaker

Barb Ewing, CEO of Youngstown Business Incubator (YBI), is used to being asked “so what is it that YBI does?” It is, in fact, the most-asked question that she gets.

YBI is an economic development organization, which means they promote long-term, sustainable employment opportunities by facilitating the creation of high-value businesses through collaborative partnerships focusing on information technology and additive manufacturing. YBI is currently transitioning to identifying the needs and problems in the community, and supporting the adoption of new technologies in additive manufacturing to make the industry more competitive.

Initially focused on building companies in technology and software development, YBI is now much more diverse, with more emphasis on additive manufacturing than digital software. In the last five years, their model has shifted to entrepreneurship in any form. The Women in Entrepreneurship program creates economic opportunities for women through education and training, while the Youth Entrepreneurship program creates opportunities for youth ages 9 – 18. Programs are also available for veterans, the economically disadvantaged, and minority women.

National Philanthropy Day Lunch Honoring Scott Schulick

If you did not know already, our very own Scott Schulick is being honored at the 2021 National Philanthropy Day luncheon on November 12th through the Association of Fundraising Professionals Mahoning-Shenango Chapter. He will be receiving the "Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser" award.

The Rotary Club of Youngstown has purchased two tables for the event as well as a sponsorship for the event. We currently have NINE open seats and they will be at a first come, first serve basis. Please reach out to me ASAP if you would like to attend at the Rotary tables.

Again, reach out to me if you would like to attend. We have nine seats right now. The lunch is 11/12 at 11a-1p at Waypoint 4180 in Canfield.

Thank you!
Josh

Josh Prest
President, Rotary Club of Youngstown 21-22'
330-509-3381

Community Grant Program

While RCY leads the way in addressing needs within our community, this club also supports the good works of other local problem-solvers. Thus, the Youngstown Rotary Foundation has opened the 2021-2022 Community Grant Program. Applications will be accepted through Dec. 15 from nonprofit organizations that positively impact Youngstown in ways that connect with Rotary’s Seven Areas of Focus. The guidelines and application can be found here and here. Rotarians are encouraged to circulate this information.

Rotary Magazine - October

Rotary magazine this month celebrates our success in eliminating polio world wide and encourages us to reach the finish line. As President Shekhar Mehta reminds us, Oct. 24 is not only World Polio Day, but part of Community Economic Development Month.

Sadly, it is not just third world countries in which the work of Rotary is needed to provide clean drinking water and adequate sanitation. Our country also badly needs our help and attention. “Five water and sanitation problems that could be lurking in your own backyard” include: Alaska’s difficulties in providing water to rural Alaska ($2 billion needed to address problems); Chicago’s lead pipe problem ($10 billion to fix); PFAS that are now so prevalent that 100 percent of 639 children tested had PFAS in their bloodstream; “Usable but not drinkable water in West Virginia”; and “The threat lurking beneath Miami’s lawns.” And what of our local community’s water and sanitation problems?

The opportunities for Rotary to serve seem overwhelming at times. That is why we need to celebrate our successes to give us hope as we take on new projects.

New Membership Tool

LinkedIn has become a powerful social media tool for growing your personal professional network, enhancing your brand, and building meaningful business relationships. Did you know that the platform also provides an excellent opportunity for attracting new Rotarians?

By its design,

THIS WEEK IN ROTARY HISTORY

October 18, 1964: Rotary Club of Youngstown received a request form from the Mahoning Saddle and Bridle Association to sponsor future Youngstown Charity Horse Shows.

CAUSE FOR CELEBRATION

Birthdays:

Bob Calvert - October 18
Mary Slaven - Oct 19
Jonathan Imler - Oct 21
Becky Keck - Oct 24

Rotary Club of Youngstown's LFL #36 on Struthers Liberty Rd. Campbell Ohio

As of today we now have 36 LFL's out in our communities!

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Honolulu to host convention

A year after canceling the Honolulu convention because of the COVID-19 pandemic, RI has announced that Rotary will host the event in 2027.

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RI Focus on New Generation Service Exchange Program

The Rotary New Generations Service Exchange is a short-term, customizable program combining their professional goals with a humanitarian project. It is targeted to university students and young employees (ages 18-30). The goals is to provide the opportunity to experience new cultures and career opportunities through the lens of a different culture, planting the seeds for a lifetime of international understanding. The program has two options:

1) Non-Paid, Non-Academic Internships.

These are normally exchanges for individuals. The duration of the exchange is regulated by local laws and visa requirements. The exchange shall not be longer than the limitations of the tourist visas. The participants stay in host families who provide appropriate room and board. A workplace has to be arranged before the exchange begins.

2) Group Exchanges

These exchanges vary from four to six weeks. Groups normally include six to ten participants. These may be from the same vocational or educational areas. The participants stay with host families who provide room and board at no cost. During their stay, the participants get practical exposure to their educational or vocational field.

Sound like something that would work for you? Learn more about this program in this video.

Save the Date

Pints for Polio, 5:30-8 p.m. Oct. 21, West Side Bowl, Mahoning Avenue
Operation Pollination Bat Week membership mixer, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 27, Mill Creek Park Pioneer Pavilion
Holiday Party, Dec. 8, Harding Elementary School
Christmas Party, Dec. 15
Groundhog Day Craft Beerfest, Jan. 29, Stambaugh Auditorium

Steve Poullas
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Monday, October 18, 2021