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Rotary International News - Fri, 2012-05-18 16:25
A clean water effort by Rotarians in Missouri, USA, recently installed eight wells in Bolivia.
Categories: The World of Rotary

Help families in need this Big ShelterBox Week!

Shelterbox News - Fri, 2012-05-18 00:00
Helston charity to host Cake Tours for supporters…
Categories: Charity News

Receiving a new heart from Gift of Life

Rotary International News - Thu, 2012-05-17 16:49
Seven-year-old from India undergoes surgery for two holes in his heart.
Categories: The World of Rotary

Indian philanthropist commits another US$1 million for Rotary’s polio eradication efforts  

Rotary International News - Thu, 2012-05-17 16:42
Rajashree Birla’s generosity continues a family legacy of giving back to the community.
Categories: The World of Rotary

Companion Care Vets raise £40,000 for Dogs for the Disabled

Dogs for the Disabled - Thu, 2012-05-17 11:23

A team of fifteen adventurous vets, nurses and support staff from Companion Care Vets have raised a staggering £40,000 for Dogs for the Disabled after cycling a gruelling 958 miles from Lands End to John O’Groats.

The team completed the challenge on 12 May and although all a bit sore and incredibly tired, pride and relief are the overriding emotions.

They set off from Lands End on 1 May winding their way through beautiful Cornish roads. Just twelve days and over 900 miles later they passed through the high sand-dunes of Dunnet Bay which signified the end of an epic journey which saw the team cycle between 60 and 100 miles a day.

The team would like to thank each and every person who has so generously sponsored them and supported them along the way.

Peter Gorbing, Dogs for the Disabled Chief Executive said: “We are extremely grateful for the fundraising efforts of all the Companion Care staff involved. It costs over £19,000 to train, create and support a Dogs for the Disabled partnership throughout its lifetime. The funds raised will truly transform the life of people living with disability; providing them with confidence and independence that will open doors to fresh opportunities.”

Visit the Companion Care Vets Facebook page to find out more about their journey.  

Categories: Charity News

RIBI Young Citizens reaching out

Two of this year's RIBI Young Citizen award winners, Alice Pyne and Bethany Hare, are reaching out ...
Categories: The World of Rotary

Clubs reveal secrets to great food fundraisers

Rotary International News - Tue, 2012-05-15 16:45
Learn tips from these five Rotary club food festivals, ranging from a crab fest to a beer and cheese celebration.
Categories: The World of Rotary

Denver club goes to bat for kids' charity

Rotary International News - Tue, 2012-05-15 16:40
Branch Rickey Award dinner, the club’s primary fundraiser, has helped raise millions for at-risk children.
Categories: The World of Rotary

Ben Ainslie supports ShelterBox

Shelterbox News - Thu, 2012-05-10 00:00
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Rotarians leave Bangkok encouraged to fight poverty and finish the job of eradicating polio

Rotary International News - Wed, 2012-05-09 13:27
President-elect Tanaka outlines his goals, Burton elected 2013-14 RI president.
Categories: The World of Rotary

Rotarians celebrate milestones in the fight to rid the world of polio

Rotary International News - Wed, 2012-05-09 12:10
But fundraising efforts must continue to reach the final goal of total eradication, speakers urge.
Categories: The World of Rotary

An audience with Patricia Routledge – Facing the Music

Shelterbox News - Wed, 2012-05-09 00:00
Charing Cross Theatre hosts exciting fundraiser
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Rotaractors in Nepal create radio program to disseminate health care information

Rotary International News - Tue, 2012-05-08 17:27
Initiative is one of seven club projects recognized at Rotaract Preconvention Meeting.
Categories: The World of Rotary

Speakers urge Rotarians to fight global poverty

Rotary International News - Tue, 2012-05-08 15:55
Yunus, Evans, Sorensen, and Kidjo highlight Rotary’s power to do good.
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Thai royalty opens 2012 RI Convention in Bangkok

Rotary International News - Tue, 2012-05-08 15:53
Rotarians gather to celebrate past accomplishment and future friendships at convention, largest in Bangkok's history.
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Liberian Nobel Peace laureate says collective strength, selflessness needed to face global challenges

Rotary International News - Sat, 2012-05-05 12:17
Leymah Gbowee motivates, inspires, at closing session of peace symposium.
Categories: The World of Rotary

Rotary clubs save potential stroke victims

You have probably watched the advert on the television of a fire in a man’s brain, the face co...
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RIBI Youth Speaks final success

The RIBI Youth Speaks Final was a battle of words, wit and wisdom as teams from across the country d...
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Photos from the 2012 RI Convention

Rotary International News - Fri, 2012-05-04 10:45
2012 convention photos
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