November 8, 2026 | Issue 10

Hello Rotarians,

As we focus on The Rotary Foundation this November, I want to thank you for your generous contributions. Your support allows us to change lives, strengthen communities, and fulfill our mission of “Doing Good in the World.”

In 1917, Arch Klumph proposed establishing a Foundation to help Rotarians serve those in need. Beginning with a modest contribution of just $26.50, who could have imagined it would grow into the world-changing organization we know today? When asked why we should continue contributing, my answer is simple: There is still so much good to be done!

The Rotary Foundation offers several ways to direct our support, including the Annual Fund, Endowment Fund, PolioPlus Fund, Disaster Response Fund, and its seven Areas of Focus. Each addresses important needs and helps Rotary make a lasting impact. I encourage you to explore these opportunities in The Rotary Foundation Reference Guide, available through Rotary.org.

I would be remiss not to recognize the Gates Foundation's critical partnership in our End Polio Now campaign. For nearly two decades, our organizations have worked together to eradicate polio. We have made remarkable progress, but until polio is eliminated everywhere, our work is not finished. Our continued support of TRF and PolioPlus is essential!

Thank you for everything you do for your club, your community, our district, and Rotary. Together, we can continue Doing Good in the World!

Yours in Rotary Service,

Bo Norton
District Governor

Jennifer Logue of the Rotary Club of Ponte Vedra Beach has been named District Governor Nominee Designate and will serve as District Governor for Rotary International District 6970 for the 2029–2030 Rotary year.

The announcement was made by District Governor Bo Norton.

“Jennifer has an outstanding and distinguished record of service in Rotary,” he said. “On behalf of Rotary District 6970, I commend the members of the Nominating Committee for their service and extend my warmest congratulations to Jennifer on her selection.”

A Rotarian since 2016, Jennifer currently serves as Assistant Governor for Area 7 in Rotary District 6970. In this role, she supports the Rotary clubs of the Beaches area, helping to connect them with District resources while encouraging collaboration and service across the region. She also serves as Assistant Governor Liaison for Public Image.

A Paul Harris Fellow, she previously served as president of the Rotary Club of Ponte Vedra Beach and was recognized with the club’s Rookie of the Year Award for 2017 and its Service Above Self Award for 2021 and 2022.

A communications consultant and journalist, Jennifer has built a career in writing, editing, and strategic communications. Her professional experience includes writing for a daily newspaper, editing newspapers and magazines, and spending more than a decade in public broadcasting, where she worked on award-winning programs such as FRONTLINE and The World.

“To be selected to serve as District Governor 2029-2030 is an extraordinary honor and privilege, and I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to give back to an organization that has meant so much to me,” Jennifer said.

“I look forward to serving and supporting the clubs of District 6970 as we work together to attract and engage new members, increase Rotary’s visibility, and strengthen our collective impact. Our clubs are already doing remarkable work in their communities, and I am excited about what we can accomplish together — changing lives here in Northeast Florida and creating lasting impact around the world.”

Past District Governor Jeanette M. Loftus (2018–2019), affectionately known as “The Original JLo,” is a member of the Rotary Club of Flagler County and currently serves as the Zone 34 Regional Rotary Foundation Coordinator (RRFC). In this role, she oversees the Zone 34 Assistant Regional Rotary Foundation Coordinators (ARRFCs) and serves as an educational resource for Rotary clubs throughout the zone, particularly Club Foundation Chairs seeking additional guidance and training. Learn more here: Foundation Matters Webinars: Support Rotary's Mission

Past District Governor John Tabor (2023–2024), a member of the Rotary Club of Orange Park Sunrise, serves as our District Rotary Foundation Chair. In this role, he oversees the subcommittee responsible for educating clubs through Grant Management Seminars and managing the grant application process from beginning to end. The subcommittee also assists clubs with the qualification process, utilizing the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for both District and Global Grants. Learn more here: About - Rotary International District 6970

Rotary Club of Palatka Sunrise Kicks Off

Rotary Foundation Month!

Rotary Club of Palatka Sunrise Honors the Legacy of Dr. David Risch at Annual Rotary Foundation Benefit Dinner.

On Thursday, November 5, 2026, Rotarians from Palatka and surrounding communities gathered for the Rotary Club of Palatka Sunrise’s annual Dr. David Risch Rotary Foundation Benefit Dinner, an evening dedicated to honoring the legacy of a devoted Rotarian, celebrating generosity, and recognizing outstanding contributions to The Rotary Foundation.

Dr. David Risch, an orthopedic surgeon, moved to Palatka, Florida, in 1980, where he established a private practice and became a respected physician and community leader. A Rotarian for 34 years and a founding member of the Rotary Club of Palatka Sunrise, Dr. Risch dedicated much of his life to service above self. 

Read the full story here: Rotary Club of Palatka Sunrise Kicks Off Rotary Foundation Month! - Rotary International District 6970

Are you looking to learn more about how you can support The Rotary Foundation this month?

Tune in to this month’s Foundation Matters Webinar Series, hosted by Rotary Zones 33/34!

When: Third Thursday of each month

Time: 6:00–6:45 PM ET

Learn more and register here:

https://www.rotaryzones3334.org/foundation-matters/