The Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary Club was given the prestigious distinction of the “Outstanding Small Club of the Year 2023-2024” award at last weekend’s District 5440 Conference in Steamboat Springs.
Only 2 out of 53 Clubs in District 5440 were recognized as Clubs that have demonstrated high achievements and have performed in the highest traditions of Rotary during the 2023-2024 year.
District 5440 Governor, Steve Sehnert presented the award as a plaque containing the Rotary wheel and the words "District 5440 Outstanding Rotary Club of the Year" to Sunrise Rotary President Jean Rissmiller.
Rotary is not just an organization; it’s a global force for positive change. Congratulations to the Rotary Club of Estes Valley Sunrise and President Jean Rissmiller for an outstanding year in Community participation and most of all, Service Above Self.
The criteria for Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary Club achieving this prestigious distinction encompassed the following:
Main Criteria
- Qualification for the RI Presidential Citation
- Shown a net increase in Club membership of the current Rotary year
- Sponsorship of a new Interact pilot club
- Public Relations programs undertaken by the Club in the current Rotary year
Service Projects:
- Current local service project(s) in the Estes Valley
- Current World Community service project in the Ecuadorian Rainforest – Bringing Clean to the Achuar Villages
- Sponsorship of Youth Exchange students (Inbound - Italy and Outbound - Ecuador)
- Active involvement with the Interact Club at the Estes Park Middle School
- Sponsorship of candidates to RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards)
The Rotary Foundation:
- The Club's 100% contribution to The Rotary Foundation Annual Program fund (100% Paul Harris Club award)
- Rotary Foundation program presentations at regular Club meetings
- Applications for The Rotary Foundation grants, both District and Global
Service Beyond the Club:
- Club attendance at District training seminars and other District events
- Club registrations for RI International Convention and/or the District Conference
If you are looking to gain a sense of pride and fulfillment from being part of an esteemed international organization, we hope you will consider joining Rotary. We invite you to join us in the fun of fellowship activities and social events that foster a sense of community. The Rotary Club of Estes Valley Sunrise meets Tuesday mornings from 7am-8am at the American Legion Post 119. Please be our guest for breakfast at 6:30am. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/EstesValleySunriseRotary