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Major Project Update

Important Update:
In preparation for its annual auction fundraiser, the Rotary Club of Cadillac will be reviewing three major project proposals at its next three meetings. After hearing the proposals the club will vote to decide the project to support this fundraiser. The vote will take place on November 26.

Nov. 12: Rotary Pavilion Shoreline Stabilization and Walkway Bridge: Asking for funding toward $268,720 project; Speaker John Wallace
Nov. 19: Cadillac Wexford Public Library Roof Replacement: Asking for funding toward $300,000 project; Speaker Tracy Logan
Nov. 26: Veteran’s Serving Veterans Picnic Pavilion Project: Asking for funding toward $140,000 project Speaker Roger Bandeen

Note: The final project will receive 75% of the proceeds from the 2020 Rotary Annual Auction.

November is Rotary Foundation Month

The collective leadership and expertise of our 1.2 million members helps us tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges, locally and globally. We are united by common values and vision for the future as we sharpen our focus with targeted specific causes that will reach communities most in need.
For more than 100 years, our guiding principles have been the foundation upon which our values and tradition stand. The Four-Way Test, Object of Rotary, and the Avenues of Service express our commitment to service, fellowship, diversity, integrity, and leadership.

October 24 World Polio Day

Thank you for your contribution during World Polio Day!!
Since 1988, we’ve seen a worldwide reduction in polio cases of 99.9%. For more than two years, we’ve seen wild polio cases in only two countries, Afghanistan and Pakistan.

White Pine Ride Donation

Kory Kusick one of our newest Rotarians, presented a
check from GEO Group, Inc. to the White Pine Ride.

Thank you Kory!

Year-end Treasurer's Report from John Bishop

Posted by Mark Lagerwey on Sep 11, 2019

John Bishop of Baird, Cotter and Bishop presented the club with the annual report showing that the Cadillac Rotary Club gifted more than $100,000 to the community during the fiscal year ending June 30. These donations were made from two separate areas:

1. General budget. The club's charitable donations from the general budget included $28,000 to install American flags on the Cadillac West Causeway and $32,000 to help fund improvements at The Wex. Those donations were the result of club fundraisers including the Annual Auction and Stride for Strive Memorial Day race. The club also donated $5,000 for cultural arts programs and $2,800 for youth exchange programs.

2. Foundation. The club's endowed fund -- a fund that has grown to more than $1.7 million thanks to multiple donations over the years -- donated $55,000 to various entities including $10,000 for Cadillac Area Public Schools Forest View Play Equipment, $9,000 for the Cadillac Area Public Schools weight room, $10,000 for Wexford County Historical Museum roof repairs, $9,500 to the Single Track Sisters Fat Bike group, $6,500 for scholarships for graduating senior, $3,500 for Silent Observer, and $2,500 for the CACF Imagination Library.

Rotary's White Pine Ride was a Success!

Rotary Club of Cadillac - First-ever White Pine Ride was a Success! Over 100 Cyclists participate in first White Pine Ride Saturday morning with a nice, long bike ride.
Bikers of all ages and skill levels took part in a 12, 24, 58 or 83-mile trip. Riders were welcomed at four rest stops (Hobart, Tustin, Reed City, & Big Rapids) along the way.
The farthest ride was to Big Rapids and back. When riders returned, they enjoyed lunch, friends, and music at The Market. Proceeds from the ride will be split between Rotary and
the White Pine Trail Fund. A BIG thank you to our sponsors, Big Rapids & Reed City for hosting a rest area) volunteers, committee, and cyclists.

Rotary's Major Project

Attention Non-profits!
Rotary Club of Cadillac is now accepting proposals for funding a Major Community Project,
proposals are due October 15^th, 2019, must be received by 5 pm.
Click Here for Major Project Criteria to submit your application via paper form or Click Here To Submit Online. If you should have any questions, please call or email Traci.
Email: traciwarner@ymail.com
Call: 231-878-3156

Rotary Club of Cadillac is very grateful for the many contributors over the years. The auction fund-raiser has enabled

Rotary to donate nearly two million dollars to community projects.

District Governor Dave Thomas Visit to Cadillac Rotary

District 6290 Governor Dave Thomas met with the Cadillac Rotary Board to talk
about Club Goals, Rotary Foundation, and the importance of having fun!

Following the board meeting, Governor Thomas enjoyed lunch with the Rotary Club Membership.
His message was, Rotary is like a car, we come in different sizes, colors, shapes and we do not
all live the same lives. Rotary is a family, and we take care of each other.

ROTARY'S latest new member, Welcome Kory Kusick!

Rotary volunteers at the Veterans Park

Just another act of "Service Above Self"
Rotary Club members enjoyed lunch at the Veterans Park today and Rotary presented a check for $400 from the
Rotary's Charitable Giving Fund to the Veterans Serving Veterans Park.
Following lunch, Rotary members volunteered their afternoon working along with veterans at the Park.

White Pine Ride

Join Rotary & Friends at the White Pine Ride
Saturday, September 7, 2019

Enjoy one of Michigan most scenic rail trail while supporting the continuing development of this beautiful and historic resource.
Pick from a 12-mile ride, 24-mile ride, 58-mile ride, or 83-mile ride.
Rest stops with healthy snacks & SAG will be along your ride.
Stick around after the ride for Food Truck specials and live entertainment.
This is a Family-friendly fun Event!
For additional information and /or to register, click here!

Proceeds from the ride will be split between White Pine Trailhead & Rotary Club of Cadillac Charities.

Meet Tara Harris

Tara Harris, of Akwell, is one of our newest members of Rotary!
Welcome, Tara!!

Our Newest Paul Harris Fellow!

Rotarian RC Duskin is our newest Paul Harris Fellow.

The Paul Harris Fellow program recognizes individuals who contribute, or who have contributions made in their name, of $1,000 to The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International.
The honor was established in 1957 to show appreciation for contributions that support our Annual Fund, PolioPlus, or an approved Foundation grant.

The Gavel is Pasted On!

2018/2019 Rotary President Traci Warner hands over
the Rotary Gaval to Mark Lagerwey our new 2019/2020
Rotary Club of Cadillac President.

Thank you! Traci for all your hard work!

2019-2020 Presidential Theme: Rotary Connects the World
RI President-elect Mark Daniel Maloney’s theme for 2019-20, Rotary Connects the World, asks Rotarians to strengthen the many ways that Rotary Connects the World,
building the connections that allow talented, thoughtful, and generous people to unite and take meaningful action through Rotary service.

Interact donates to YMCA

From the proceeds of the Flamingo Flocking Fundraiser, the
Cadillac High School Interact Club donated $150 to the Cadillac YMCA
Summer Food Program.

Exciting Day at Rotary

Posted by Doreen Lanc

Left: Spencer Richarson, Interact student attended Rotary Life Leadership Conference held at the Kettunen Center.
He enjoyed meeting students from all over Michigan and hearing dynamic speakers.

Right: Roger Bandeen from the Veterans Serving Veterans Park gave an update of the "what next" for the Park.

Rotary Club of Cadillac presented a check for $32,250 to Wexford County Civic Center,
Mike Figliomeni, Friend of the Wex.

2019 Golf Outing

Bragging Rights: Peter & Doreen Lanc, Paul & RC Duskin (Winning Team)
Men's Longest Drive - Casey Boyer
Men's Closest to the Pin - Casey Boyer
Women's Longest Drive - Lisa Swanson
Women's Closest to the Pin - Amy Gibbs
Closest to the Center - Randy Myers

A Bridge between two homes...Frida's Gift

Posted by Doreen Lanc on May 28, 2019

Open House & going away party for Frida!!!!!! Sunday, June 2nd, 5-7 pm at Lakewood on the Green

Pictured, Frida and her parents...

Finish Line! Medals!

Warm Up, Get ready, set, go!

Runners Registration

Rotarian's At Work! What a beautiful day for Rotary's S.T.R.I.V.E. 5K Race!

Posted by Doreen Lanc

Rotary Interact Club & Jr. Rotarians

Rotary Interact Club of Cadillac High School & Jr. Rotarians join Rotary for Lunch

2019 Rotary Scholarships

Each year the Rotary Club of Cadillac awards scholarships to graduating Cadillac High School seniors who exhibit high standards of excellence beyond an outstanding grade point average.