ROTARY INTERNATIONAL is a Global Network of more 33,000 Rotary Clubs in 171 countries with more than 1.3 million members worldwide. Rotarians are are business and professional persons who subscribe to the motto “Service Above Self”, volunteer in their communities and promote world understanding and peace. Rotarians encourage high ethical standards and carry out humanitarian projects to address such issues as poverty, health, hunger, education and the environment. Rotary was founded in Chicago, Illinois, USA 1905 as the world’s first volunteer service organization. Rotary District 6080 is located in southwest and central Missouri, USA, and includes 50 Rotary Clubs with more than 3,000 members.
The eradication of polio is a special priority for Rotary International, which made a commitment to immunize the world’s children against polio in 1985 and became a spearheading partner in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative three years later. The other partners are the World Health Organization, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and UNICEF.
Rotary’s greatest asset is not our history, our projects, or even our unmatched global reach. It is our members.
The Four-Way Test
Of the things we think, say or do
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Is it the TRUTH?
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Is it FAIR to all concerned?
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Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
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Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
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Inside, you will find inspiring stories of service and collaboration, including Rotary’s role in the historic Route 66 Birthplace Plaza project in Springfield on page 2, hands on volunteer efforts like preparing Wonderland Camp for the summer on page 3, and recognition of the district’s award winning Youth Exchange program on page 5. The newsletter also features a wide range of club projects, scholarships, fundraisers, and community partnerships that demonstrate Rotary’s commitment to service, leadership, and lasting impact across District 6080.
Explore the full newsletter to see how Rotarians are lifting up youth and strengthening communities through service and connection.
Inside this issue, you will find highlights from Rotary leadership training, hands on service projects supporting food security, literacy, and community development, as well as meaningful donations and partnerships making a difference locally and globally. From volunteer opportunities and fundraisers to club gatherings and educational experiences, this edition showcases how Rotarians continue to care deeply, take action, and strengthen the places they call home.
Take a moment to explore the full newsletter and see how Rotary is creating positive change across District 6080. See the link to the full newsletter in the first comment.
