District 7210 Winter Newsletter

A festive evening to remember! Last week, we gathered with fellow Rotarians for the Rotary District 7210 Holiday Party at the Newburgh Brewing Company. The holiday spirit was in full swing with great food, laughter, and camaraderie.

To top it off, we were surprised by a special visit from Santa Claus himself! Thank you to everyone who made this celebration so magical. Here’s to a season of giving, joy, and service above self.

In the month of October, Interact Clubs in our district hosted fundraisers to fundraise for Polio Plus.

8 Interact Clubs fundraised over $3,000. Big thank you to the following Interact clubs: Pine Bush, Brewster, Arlington, Circleville MS, Goshen, Ketcham, Crispell MS and North Rockland HS.

If you have any questions about Interact, please reach out to Carrie and Todd.

Rotary Day of Service is now called Epic Day of Service! SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, May 17. 2025.

Start thinking about your project! If you have any questions, reach out to David Green: dgreen1056@aol.com

Does your club have a plan to grow its membership? If not, it’s time to start thinking about it! Setting goals and creating a small membership committee (even just a couple of people) can make a huge difference in bringing in new members.

Why is growth so important? Two big reasons:

1. Members are aging out. Let’s face it—some members just aren’t as active as they used to be.
2. More members = more fun & more impact! Extra hands and hearts mean less work for everyone and bigger, better service projects.

Right now, too many clubs rely on a handful of people to do all the work. Sound familiar? Growing your membership can change that.

The Reality Check

Every year, we lose about 15% of our members across the district. If we’re not focusing on growing, we’ll keep shrinking—and no one wants that.

Here are a few ideas to bring in new members:

• Host a Visitors Day/Night. Show off what your club does!
• Ask your guest speakers if they’d like to join. Who better to partner with your club?
• Start a Satellite Club. A lot of clubs meet at Noon, but that doesn’t work for everyone. A Satellite Club can meet at different times—maybe in the evening or on weekends. Bonus: It can meet just once or twice a month!

So, What’s Your Plan?

The District Membership Committee is here to help. Want some tips? Need fresh ideas? Invite us to chat with your club or board.

Contact Tony Marmo
tony@normannstaffing.com

Let’s grow together and keep making Rotary awesome!

The D7210 Public Image Team is here to make promoting your club easier! Whether it’s designing eye-catching flyers, creating engaging Facebook posts, or enhancing your club's overall presence, we’ve got you covered.

-What We Can Help With:

• Adding your events/fundraisers to the district calendar.
• Flyer design
• Social media graphics (like Facebook and Instagram posts)
• Tips for boosting your club’s visibility

Reach out to Todd Bowen and his team for guidance and support. They’re ready to help your club shine!

💬 Contact Todd today to get started!

Let us know how we can assist you in spreading the word about all the great things your club is doing! 🌟

Are you ready to maximize your ClubRunner skills? Join us for a special training session designed for club executives to learn how to effectively use the District 7210 site.

📅 When: Wednesday, December 18th
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST
📍 Where: Zoom (details below)

RSVP Here: https://forms.gle/BhMJdFsan6zdJZz88

Meeting Link: Click to Join

THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH for those who gave to the Foundation this year so far, especially on Giving Tuesday. We believe in the good work we are able to do because of people like you.

Also, a big THANK YOU to those who attended our Foundation Celebration, we had a great time celebrating YOU, the amazing clubs and Rotarians who gave generously to the Foundation. We also celebrated those clubs who gave to ShelterBox.

Suffern $484/member

Kingston $405/member

Wallkill East $315/member

Brewster*, Cairo*, East Fishkill*, E-Club D7210*, Fishkill*, Goshen*, Highland*, Hudson, Kingston*, LaGrange-Sunrise*, Millbrook*, Minisink Valley*, New City*, New Paltz*, Patterson*, Pawling*, Poughkeepsie Arlington*, Red Hook*, Rhinebeck*, Spring Valley*, Suffern*, Walden*, Walkill East*, Wappingers Falls*, Warwick Valley*, West Point-Highland Falls*

E-Club D7210, Highland, Hudson, Kingston, LaGrange-Sunrise, New City, North Rockland, Rhinebeck, Suffern, Wallkill East, Wappingers Falls

Silver ShelterBox Hero Awards:

Rhinebeck, Suffern, Warwick Valley

Bronze ShelterBox Hero Awards:

Carmel, Goshen, Highland, Kinderhook-Tri Village, Millbrook, New City, Nyack, Pawling, Philmont, Poughkeepsie-Arlington, Rhinebeck Interact, Southern Ulster, Walden, Wallkill East, Wappingers Falls

Goshen, North Rockland, Walden, Walkill East and Warwick Valley

Making a donation to The Rotary Foundation is a wonderful way to support our efforts in addressing local and global challenges. Did you know For the 16th consecutive year, The Rotary Foundation has received the highest rating — four stars — from Charity Navigator, an independent evaluator of charities in the U.S.

DONATE to The Rotary Foundation Annual Fund-SHARE, https://my.rotary.org/en/donate.

Donations to The Rotary Foundation are tax-deductible. After donating, you’ll receive a receipt for your tax records, and depending on the level of your donation, you may also receive a recognition such as a Paul Harris Fellow. The Rotary Foundation will again recognize the top three clubs in fundraising, donor participation, and online giving.

This year’s District Conference will take place in the heart of our district at The Inn at Bellefield in Hyde Park on June 7-8. This unique location offers a chance to come together locally, allowing our members to either commute or spend the weekend. This year's conference promises an inspiring lineup of programs and keynote speakers that will enhance our understanding of Rotary’s mission and provide fresh insights into service and leadership.

Beyond the sessions, the conference will be packed with opportunities for fun and connection, giving attendees a chance to unwind, network, and strengthen friendships. Whether you're looking forward to learning something new, reuniting with friends, or making memories with fellow Rotarians, this conference is set to be a highlight of the year. Make plans to join us for an unforgettable experience!

• January 13: Pre-PELS Welcome via Zoom (PE'S & AG's)
• January 23: Pre-PELS Session 1 via Zoom (PE'S)**
• February 6: Pre-PELS Session 2 via Zoom (PE'S)
• February 20: Pre-PELS Session 3 via Zoom (PE'S)
• February 22: District Team Learning Seminar at New Paltz HS (2025-26 District Committee Chairs & AG's)
• March 6: Pre-PELS Session 4 via Zoom (PE'S)
• March 20-22: MNE PELS at Hanover Marriott, Whippany, NJ (PE's & AG's)
• April 5: Learning Center Live at New Paltz HS (ALL members!)
• May 3: District Learning Assembly at New Paltz HS (ALL members!)
• June 7-8: District Conference at The Inn at Bellefield, Hyde Park, NY (ALL members!)
• June 21-25: Rotary International Convention in Calgary, Alberta Canada (ALL members!)

ShelterBox provides shelter, essential items and technical assistance to help some of the world’s most vulnerable people recover and rebuild their homes after disaster. They listen and adapt to the needs of each community, working together with those affected by disaster, alongside our supporters and partners.

Your donation will change the lives of people in need by providing emergency shelter and essential equipment. https://www.shelterboxusa.org/donate/

Take part in this transformative, one-of-a-kind event and experience the Magic All Around at the 2025 Rotary International Convention in Calgary, Canada 21-25 June 2025. Learn more and register here.