Rotary District 5495 covers the majority of Arizona. The Express conveniently gives Rotarians the chance to learn about our District so your club can better use the resources District has to offer.
Rotary 5495 Express
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Rotary District 5495 covers the majority of Arizona. The Express conveniently gives Rotarians the chance to learn about our District so your club can better use the resources District has to offer.
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March 20, 2026
Come fly with us
<p>Butterflies represent transformation. </p><p>Rotary Phoenix 100, through Rotarians Lisa and Dan, have created a FUNdraiser which helps transform the unhoused and developing young people in a way that uses stunning sculptures to leave a legacy of service in our District 5495. </p><p>Click the links below to donate</p><p><a href="https://www.rotary100.org/takeflight/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">www.rotary100.org/takeflight</a></p><p><a href="https://www.givsum.com/opportunities/take-flight-2026-an-online-art-auction-and-reception-1bcff473b" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Bidder's reception!</a></p><p>Email me, your host: RotaryLarry5495@icloud.com</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
November 25, 2025
Weaving in service: Kenya part 1
<p>This is the first episode we've ever done with a guest from across the globe. The connection between Naivasha, Kenya and East Valley Rotaract is a powerful one that brings unique service opportunities spanning the Rotary Areas Of Focus. </p><p><br></p><p>Check out our previous episode : Crutches For Africa which lead to this exchange. </p><p>Learn more about East Valley Rotaract : </p><p>https://www.riosalado.edu/student-resources/student-life-and-leadership/rotaract</p><p>ed@koeneman.org for all things D5495 Rotaract</p><p>To suggest future episode topics: RotaryLarry5495@icloud.com</p><p>And as always: Rotary5495.org for more about the best District in all of Rotary. </p>
October 7, 2025
Artificial Intelligence for your club
<p>AI specifically for your Rotary club? Absolutely and here is an intro to how. Our guest Lou Lou Durant from the Rotary Club of Scottsdale joins us and you will learn something listening to her interview. </p><p>After you learn something you're going to want to connect with her which you can do here: <a href="mailto:l.durant@scottsdalerotary.org">l.durant@scottsdalerotary.org</a></p><p>During the interview we experimented with AI & Chat GPT and here are part of the results: </p><p> <strong>PROMPT</strong>: You are a leader in the Rotary Club of Scottsdale. You want to host a volunteer opportunity that a group of our members can actually participate that will directly benefit the community of Scottsdale based on what are the most pressing current issues in our city. Help brainstorm the best opportunities. <strong>RESPONSE</strong>: That’s a great initiative. To design a volunteer project that has real impact, it helps to (a) identify the most urgent local needs in Scottsdale, and (b) match those with a project that a Rotary club (say 10–30 members) can manage. Below are some ideas + suggestions and pros/cons, plus a possible planning roadmap. Happy to narrow these further if you tell me the timeframe, budget, or interests of your club.<br>Key Challenges & Opportunities in Scottsdale (as levers for volunteer impact)</p><p>From my research, some pressing issues or opportunities in Scottsdale / Maricopa County (and in cities in the Southwest more generally) include:</p><p>Given those, here are some volunteer opportunity ideas that your Rotary club might take on.</p><p>Here are ideas (some more ambitious than others). Each includes thoughts on scale, challenges, and ways to amplify impact.</p><p>Issue / OpportunityEvidence / local relevanceWhy it’s a good target for a volunteer effortHunger / food insecurity & distribution gapsScottsdale Community Partners runs programs for food / essentials. <a href="https://scottsdalecommunitypartners.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Scottsdale Community Partners</a><br>St. Mary’s Food Bank is active in the region. <a href="https://www.experiencescottsdale.com/stories/post/scottsdale-volunteer-opportunities/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Experience Scottsdale+1</a>Volunteers can help with sorting, packing, delivering — high-leverage tasks that can scaleSupporting youth, families, and seniorsScottsdale Community Partners has “Back-to-School,” “Senior Services” volunteer tracks. <a href="https://scottsdalecommunitypartners.org/volunteer/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Scottsdale Community Partners+1</a>These are often underserved populations and tangible, directly felt by recipientsEnvironmental stewardship, trails, open spaceThe McDowell Sonoran Preserve has an active volunteer stewardship program. <a href="https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/volunteering/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">McDowell Sonoran Conservancy+2Wikipedia+2</a>Helps maintain Scottsdale’s natural beauty, prevents degradation, engages outdoors-minded volunteersHomelessness / housing instabilityHomelessness is increasingly a focal concern; residents are asking for “action on homelessness” in Scottsdale. <a href="https://chamberbusinessnews.com/2025/03/26/arizonans-want-action-on-homelessness-and-in-scottsdale-its-now-a-priority/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Chamber Business News</a>While long-term solutions are systemic, there are support tasks (meals, shelters, outreach) that volunteers can help withArts, culture, librariesScottsdale Arts depends on volunteers. <a href="https://scottsdalearts.org/volunteer/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">scottsdalearts.org</a><br>The Scottsdale public library is a vital community resource. <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scottsdale_Public_Library?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Wikipedia</a>Volunteer help (reading programs, events, upkeep) can magnify impactCity infrastructure, beautification & cleanupThe city’s volunteer portal includes “special events,” “concierge,” “home-delivered meals,” etc. <a href="https://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/volunteer?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ScottsdaleAZ</a>Cleanups, planting, murals, etc. are highly visible and motivatingHealth, wellness & screeningVolunteer roles like blood pressure screening, intergenerational programs surfaced in city listings. <a href="https://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/volunteer?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ScottsdaleAZ</a><br>Maricopa County does community health assessments. <a href="https://www.maricopa.gov/4980/Current-CHNA-CHIP-Data-and-Reports?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Maricopa County</a>Simple screening or health outreach helps underserved populationsBrainstormed Volunteer Projects for Rotary Scottsdale ... </p><p>There was quite a bit more rich content but this is all we could fit into the show notes. </p><p>Want to be featured on the Express? Send me an email: </p><p>RotaryLarry5495@icloud.com</p>
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