The Minutarian Moement

March 1, 2026 | Issue 27

March is Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Month


Access to clean water and safe sanitation is something many take for granted, yet for millions around the world, it remains a daily challenge. Rotary’s focus this month reminds us that clean water is more than a resource; it is health, dignity, education, and opportunity.

When communities have reliable water sources and proper sanitation, children stay in school, families stay healthier, and local economies grow stronger. Something as simple as handwashing stations, wells, or hygiene education can prevent disease and transform lives.


Rotarians have long been leaders in sustainable water projects that empower communities rather than create dependency. By partnering locally and globally, we ensure solutions are built to last, designed, maintained, and protected by the very communities they serve.

This month, I encourage you to learn about water challenges in our region and worldwide, support a WASH project, or share Rotary’s impact with someone who may want to join our mission. Awareness leads to action, and action changes lives.


Clean water creates opportunity. Sanitation preserves dignity. Hygiene protects health. Together, these essentials build stronger, more resilient communities.

Let’s continue to serve with purpose, lead with compassion, and protect one of our most vital resources.

Together, we Unite for Good. 



Dale Moe

District Governor

2025-2026

Rotary District 6970

Each year, we celebrate the first Rotary meeting led by Paul Harris in Chicago in 1905. On February 23, 2026, Rotary International celebrates an incredible 121 years of service.


Also recognized as World Understanding and Peace Day, this occasion reminds us of Rotary’s enduring commitment to global goodwill.


We are grateful to serve and excited for the next 121 years of making a difference together.

DISTRICT CALENDAR

Mar 6-8 | Orlando | PETS 2 (president elect)


Apr 25, 2026 | Palm Coast | District Training Assembly


May 15-17, 2026 | Downtown Jacksonville |District Conference


June 5-7, 2026 | Stetson University

DeLand | RYLA


June 13-17, 2026 | Taipei | RI Convention

AROUND OUR DISTRICT

Mar 5 Wild Game Feast

Mar 12 Texas Hold’Em

Mar 21 Way out West

Mar 28 Car Show & Spring Fling

April 10 Movie & Moonlit Golf

April 11 5k & 10K River Run

April 11 Clay Can Dance 

April 18 Mineral City Celebration 

April 24-25-26 Tennis 4 Cancer

April 25 Beast Feast

Refrigerated Truck Donation

Rotary clubs donate refrigerated truck to BEAM Families served by BEAM (Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry) will see more fresh food on their tables thanks to a new refrigerated box truck made possible through a collaborative effort by the Rotary clubs of Ponte Vedra Beach, Jacksonville-Oceanside, local Interact clubs, and a matching grant from Rotary District [...]

 

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