October 20 meeting notes

Announcements

Next Tuesday will be a Spooky meeting.  We are all encouraged to wear a mask, costume, etc. for our morning meeting.  Prize for the best of show.

October 24 is World Polio Day, when we can remember the destructive nature of that disease, celebrate our accomplishments to eradicate it, and help work to end polio forever.  Our District Governor, Richard DeRock, has suggested we all donate $20.20 to the polio fund this year.  If you would like to contribute this, or any amount, email Earl (ejcrowe1@yahoo.com) with the amount and it will go on your next invoice, or go to https://www.endpolio.org/donate if you would like your donation to go towards your Paul Harris.

Pybus hospitality/greeting went well on Saturday.  People asked about Rotary, and were appreciative of the help we provided. Thanks to Earl, Taro, Dan & Jackie, Jim & Carol, PJ, Kaity & Ethan, John Mc, and Rebecca.

Make a Difference Day October 24.  Several of our member will be at Rotary Park to help, and a few will take care of Lorraine Church's yard.  More help welcome.  Come to Rotary Park at 9:00 next Saturday.

October 31- Halloween candy giveaway at Pybus.  Several of our members are signed up in 4 - 1 hour shifts.  Contact Kathleen of you want to put on a costume/mask and join the fun.

Jim H gave the Rotary moment which focused on Service Above Self, and that we always seem to get more from our service than those we serve.

Brags/Confession

Kevin's daughter, Emily, is pregnant an due in April.  This will be Kevin & Lynn's 2nd grandkid.

Jim & Carol's daughter will be getting engaged this weekend.

Jim H said the Port District has put $3M into the community for COVID relief for small businesses, and has $1.2M more to disperse.

Ruth thanked Chris and Holly for hosting her & Geoff and PJ & Cookie at a inner for 6.

Robin had 14 guests at her home for a past-district governor social/meeting, and new governor designee selection.  New DGD will be Marjolane Lloyd from Kelowa.

Kathleen celebrating their 32nd anniversary.

Prayers for Craig and his family.  His mom went in for surgery and had a stroke.

Jim had the coveted unicorn wig this week.

Program

Rebecca introduced Jennifer Witherbee, Director of the Washington Apple Education Foundation, who shared about the organization.  WAEF has been the charity of the tree fruit industry since 1994.  From a start of $17,000 for 8 college scholarships in 1996, the foundation has grown to giving 300 scholarships worth $1M, 80% going to first generation college students.  WAEF has 200 volunteers.  30% of their funding comes from a permanent endowment, and 70% through annual fundraising and donations.

Recently the Apple Commission promoted the sale of Washington Apple license plates.  $28 from each plate goes to the WEAF, and the expect to raise over $90,000 by 2025.

Important aspects for students in the program include:

• utilizing a wellness program
• active mentors for each student
• trivia nights (virtual now)
• career exploration events
• virtual resume and interview workshops

For more information, and to order a license plate go to www.waef.org