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Rotary International District 5220Rotary And YouMake a DifferenceDG Ray M. Caparros 2017-2018District 5220 Rotary TimesDisrict 5220 Disaster Relief Fund SupportsVictims of Detwiler FireThe Detwiler started July 16,north of the town of Mariposa,and by the time it was containedit had burned more than 80,000acres, destroyed 63 homes andmore than 78 minor structures,and disrupted life for thousands.Now the community needs help to recover.Our sincerest thanks for the generosity of those who madecontributions for the victims of the Detwiler Fire. The MariposaYosemite Club, in coordination with District 5220, is putting togetherappropriate plans on how the District 5220 Disaster Relief Funds canbe utilized effectively. We are asking your continuous support for thishumanitarian effort so close to home. Please send your tax-freedonation to the District 5220 Disaster Relief Corporation, 4510 SunWest Drive, Salida, California 95368. For additional information youcan email our Assistant Governor Richard McInturffwallstreet1975@yahoo.com or Governor Ray M. Caparrosrayrotary2017@gmail.com .August 2017In this issueRotary InternationalRI 2018 Conference InfoSecretary Workshop PhotosUpcoming District TrainingPresidential KickoutsClub ActivitiesClub FundraisersDistrict LeadershipDistrict CalendarRotary Times InformationAttendance ReportDistrict 5220:California’s Central Valleyto the Mother LodePage 1

ROTARY INTERNATIONALRotary President-elect Sam F. Owori DiesRotary International President-elect Sam F. Owori died unexpectedlyon 13 July due to complications from surgery. Sam was a member ofthe Rotary Club Kampala, Uganda, for 38 years.Rotary President-elect Sam F. Owori died Thursday, 13 July.“Rotary has become a way of life for me – with the intrinsic value andcore belief in mutual responsibility and concern for one another as acornerstone,” Sam said when he was nominated last year. “I feelimmense satisfaction knowing that through Rotary, I’ve helpedsomeone live better.”Sam's term as Rotary’s 108th president would have begun on 1 July2018.“Please remember Sam as the outstanding, hardworking Rotarian he was,” said Rotary InternationalPresident Ian Riseley. “In this difficult time, I ask you to keep his wife, Norah, the Owori family, andSam’s millions of friends around the world in your thoughts.”Under Sam's leadership, the number of clubs in Uganda swelled from nine to 89 over the course of 29years.Sam saw in Rotary members "an incredible passion to make a difference," and wanted to "harness thatenthusiasm and pride so that every project becomes the engine of peace and prosperity."Sam was the chief executive officer of the Institute of Corporate Governance of Uganda, whose mission isto promote excellence in corporate governance principles and practice in the region by 2020. Previously,he was executive director of the African Development Bank, managing director of Uganda CommercialBank Ltd., and director of Uganda Development Bank. He has also served as corporate secretary of theCentral Bank of Uganda.He served as member and chair of several boards including FAULU (U) Ltd., (now Opportunity Bank),the Uganda Heart Institute, the Centre for African Family Studies, Mulago Hospital Complex, MukonoTheological College, and the Kampala City Council.Sam also was the vice chair of Hospice Africa Uganda, and board member and chair of the AuditCommittee of PACE (Programme for Accessible Health, Communication, and Education) in Uganda.“Sam was a special person in so many ways, and his unexpected death is a huge loss to Rotary, hiscommunity, and the world,” Riseley said. “We are establishing details on plans to celebrate his life as theybecome available.”Rotary is establishing a memorial fund in Sam's honor and will provide details soon.(Source: https://www.rotary.org)District 5220:California’s Central Valleyto the Mother LodePage 2

ROTARY INTERNATIONALConvention EventsThe 2018 convention offers a variety of events to ensure that you make the most of your time in Toronto.Look through the offerings below to start planning your convention activities. The information is subjectto change; check back often for the latest updates.Rotary-ticketed eventsPurchase tickets when you register for the convention online or by mail or fax. Prices are in U.S. dollars.All Rotary-ticketed events will be held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre unless otherwise noted.······Rotaract Preconvention 22-23 JuneYouth Exchange Officers Preconvention 22-23 JuneYouth Exchange Officers Banquet 22 JuneYouth Programs Anniversary Luncheon 25 JunePresident-elect’s Leadership Luncheon 26 JunePresident’s Recognition Luncheon 27 JuneDonor eventsEach year, the Trustees of The Rotary Foundation host special events at the Rotary InternationalConvention to honor our generous donors. The Arch Klumph Society Dinner recognizes donors who havecontributed 250,000 or more to the Foundation. The Major Donor Reception acknowledges those whohave contributed at least 10,000.Check back for date and time. Attendance is by invitation only.Host-ticketed eventsThe Toronto convention’s Host Organization Committee is planning an unforgettable experience for allattendees. Visit the HOC site to learn about the many events, tours, and activities available to help youget the most out of your visit.District 5220:California’s Central Valleyto the Mother LodePage 3

DISTRICT ACTIVITIESSecretary / DaCdb Seminar, July 22, 2017Over 60 Rotarians attended the District Secretary/DaCdb workshopon the morning of July 22nd. PDG Janine McClanahan reviewedadministrative duties and resources available to club officers. PDGDon Murphy, District Treasurer and District CommunicationsOfficer, lead an advanced class on DaCdb functionality. DistrictAdministrative Secretary Diana Barden worked with Rotarians newin their positions in a Basic DaCdb breakout session. This was ahands-on workshop for those who brought their laptops, tablets, orother devices. Governor Ray and District Trainer Terri Amerio-Bellwere happy to see such a good turnout from clubs wanting to learnmore about club information and member management. The foodwas good too!Link to Submitted by: Diana Barden, jerrybarden@comcast.netDistrict 5220:California’s Central Valleyto the Mother LodePage 4

DISTRICT ACTIVITIESNow Accepting Applications for 2020-21 District GovernorDo you love Rotary? Would you love to help your district? Do you have a passion for helpingothers? If so, please share your Rotary passion and leadership ability to lead District 5220. Runto be District Governor!Applications for District Governor for Rotary Year 2020-2021 are now available on the DistrictWebsite. The deadline for the application is November 30, 2017 (post marks for that dateaccepted) and the interviews will be held on December 9, 2017 in Ceres.Please send your application to RI District 5220, Post Office Box 1208, Madera CA 93639 oremail Diana Barden, District Admin Secretary on admin@rotary5220.org orjerrybarden@comcast.netFor any other questions contact IPDG Tia Saletta, DGN Nominating Committee Chair, atcowgirltia5220@gmail.com or 209-484-2195District 5220 Collects Eye Glasses for 20/20 ProjectStart Making a Difference today! I'm sure many of you and your club members have old pairs of eyeglasses laying around the house somewhere. Start collecting them and bring them to the Take Your Clubfrom Good to Great seminar on August 12th.PDG David Gallagher, O.D., is kicking off District 5220's "Project 20/20-Making a Difference". Thoseold glasses will really make a difference to people in need. We will start collecting them on August 12, butyou can encourage your club members to continue to collect them from friends and family all year.Don't forget that registration for the Taking Your Club from Good to Great event will go up to 35 onAugust 1st. We will be serving a full breakfast and lunch and really need to know our headcount as soonas possible.Just log in to DaCdb, go to the Calendar and Register your team Now! Contact me if you need anyassistance or have questions.More information: Diana Barden,jerrybarden@comcast.net oradmin@rotary5220.orgDistrict 5220:California’s Central Valleyto the Mother LodePage 5

August 12, 20178:00AM—8:40AM Breakfast8:40AM—1:00PM Training/LunchRiverbank Community Center3600 Santa Fe Ave, RiverbankTraining with Larry SundramLarry Sundram was District 5340 Governor in 2011-12. He was recognized as oneof the top 15 District Governor’s in the world. During his year he had the highest netgrowth in North and South America; the District did 1.3 million in Global Grants;Chartered six new clubs and two provisional clubs; won the Zone 25/26 award forthe Public Image Campaign.MAKING A DIFFERENCE -Stand out in your community-Be attractive to new members-Raise more for projects-Improve your public image-Use Social Media effectivelyREGISTER ONLINE ON DACDBJULY 1– 31 30 PER PERSONAUG 1-11 35 PER PERSONAUG 12 40 PER PERSONNo Refunds after August 7th

Meet the NewestRotary Club inDistrict 5220August 17, 2017Pickle Patch577 W St Charles St, San Andreas6:00 PM 21 per person for Dinnercash bar availableRSVP Jessica by Aug 10th209-754-9359

PRESIDENTIAL KICK-OUTSTracy Sunrise Rotary Kickout andYear-end AwardsTracy Sunrise Rotary Club kicked out President Bill Priosteand welcomed President Kerry Johnson on June 23 atWindmill Ridge Winery in Tracy. The club also recognizedtop Tracy Sunrise Rotarians.Mike Bogetti was Tracy Sunrise Rotary’s OutstandingRotarian. Mike is always there for club and service events,running the kitchen at the Shrimp Feed and ThanksgivingDinner, and is always there with his mobile pizza ovenwhen the club serves dinner at Family Church of Praise.Yauna Throne was our Silent Rotarian for the 2016-17 yearin recognition of her role in setting up our weeklyprograms.Ellen Hancock handed out Paul Harris Fellowships. Thesedonations to the Rotary Foundation help people around theworld, including treatment for children with cleft palates,education for young women and eyeglasses for children.Bill and Stephanie Prioste, Craig and Donna Mizuno andEllen and Howard Hancock, and their granddaughterMeredith Hancock, were each awarded a Paul Harris PlusOne pin, representing 2,000 in donations for each family.Submitted by: Robert Brownne,bbrownne@att.netPhotosTop: Incoming president Kerry Johnson acceptsthe gavel from outgoing president Bill Priosteduring Tracy Sunrise Rotary Club’s June 23kickout at Windmill Ridge Winery in Tracy.Middle: Mike Bogetti was Tracy Sunrise Rotary’sRotarian of the Year for his dedication to leadingclub volunteers at the club’s community serviceevents.Bottom Left:Yauna Throne accepts the Tracy Sunrise Rotary Silent Rotarian Award from outgoing president Bill Prioste atthe club’s June 23 kickout.Bottom Right: Bill Prioste, left (or is it right? This is what happens when you have the Tracy Sunrise Rotarykickout at Windmill Ridge Winery) completed his year as Tracy Sunrise Rotary President on June 23. AndyTrosien was the featured player in the skit roasting Bill.District 5220:California’s Central Valleyto the Mother LodePage 8