The Rotary Club of Des Moines AM will hold their 5th annual signature fundraiser, BingoBASH, Saturday, February 28, at the Iowa State Fairgrounds from 9:00 am - 7:00 pm. This family-friendly event is open to the public, and all game packs can be bought at the door. Net proceeds from this event will go to Harvest Academy (mental health), Iowa Law Enforcement Academy (human trafficking prevention), and St. Vincent de Paul food pantries (food insecurity). Four sessions will be held, with 20 games each session, $20 per session. Each game will payout $100 (multiple winners share). Attached is a flyer with more info or visit https://rotaryclubofdmam.com/bingo-bash-2026/01/2026/.
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BINGO BASH
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2026-02-18 06:00:00Z |
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West Des Moines Rotary Club Invites you to their 100th Anniversary Celebration on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Starting at 5pm Des Moines Golf & Country Club 1600 Jordan Creek Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50266 $50 Ticket and Cash Bar SCAN QR CODE TO REGISTER
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WDM Rotary Club 100th Anniversary Celebration
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2026-02-16 06:00:00Z |
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Did you know 55% of donations to The Rotary Foundation come from donors contributing $1,000 or less?
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The Rotary Foundation
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2026-02-12 06:00:00Z |
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If your club will be applying for a DISTRICT COMMUNITY SERVICE GRANT or a GLOBAL GRANT for the 2026-2027 Rotary year, at least 1 member of your club must attend a GRANT MANAGEMENT LEARNING SEMINAR (GMLS) each year.
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District Community Service Grant or a Global Grant
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2026-02-12 06:00:00Z |
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Chris Nelson is District 6000 Rotary's DGND for 2028-2029. He has put together a wonderful bio for everyone to get to know him and his wife. Let's welcome him into his new role.
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DGND Chris Nelson
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2026-02-05 06:00:00Z |
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On Wednesday, January 28, the Rotary Club of Waukee hosted a Mental Health Leadership Forum, joining more than 50 community leaders from various sectors gathered for an important conversation about how to better understand the mental health challenges facing residents of Waukee and explore meaningful paths forward.
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Mental Health Leadership Forum with Waukee
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2026-02-05 06:00:00Z |
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Clinton, IA — February 11, 2026 — The Rotary Club of Clinton invites community members to learn more about Rotary’s mission of service and fellowship at a Membership Mixer and Fireside Chat on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at The Rusty Barrel Lounge, located at 224 5th Avenue South in Clinton.
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Membership Mixer and Fireside Chat with the Rotary Club of Clinton
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2026-02-05 06:00:00Z |
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Save the Date: Don't Miss Out
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Lead the Way with Rotary Pathways
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2025-12-30 06:00:00Z |
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Unity is Strength, Division is Weakness. - Swahili Proverbs We are pleased to share an important update regarding ClubRunner within District 6000.
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District 6000 to Require ClubRunner for All Clubs Beginning July 1, 2026
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2025-12-30 06:00:00Z |
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Exciting opportunities for every Rotarian in our district to strengthen their knowledge and confidence using ClubRunner!
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ClubRunner Hour
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2025-12-30 06:00:00Z |
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Do you want to Energize yourself and your club? Gain valuable skills and knowledge that will benefit you and your club? Establish connections and networking with fellow Rotarians and exchange ideas on strengthening your club and overcoming challenges? Then The Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) offers a dynamic learning experience for all Rotary and Rotaract members, regardless of their level of experience.
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Heartland USA Division: RLI
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2025-12-30 06:00:00Z |
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Want to learn more about My Rotary? Gretchen is excited to be hosting Rotary Learning Hour in January!
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Rotary Learning Hour
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2025-12-30 06:00:00Z |
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There was an article in a recent Rotary International magazine suggesting that current Extension Clubs consider changing its name to Companion Club. There are a variety of reasons, but a primary reason is that the name “Companion” denotes “working together” and ties in with “Unity” or “Unite for Good.” The word “companion” also means “a pair intended to complement each other” or “one who serves as a friend or partner.”
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Extension Club - Companion Club
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2025-12-29 06:00:00Z |
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We are excited to share some great news from one of our valued community partners.
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Fareway Program
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2025-12-29 06:00:00Z |
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The 2026 World Affairs Seminar registration window is now open. We invite you to sponsor student delegates from your community for a weeklong academic program where high-school students build real-world skills in diplomacy, leadership, and peacebuilding.
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World Affairs Registration Open
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2025-12-29 06:00:00Z |
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Is your club interested in becoming or being more involved in International Service?
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International Service and Your Club
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2025-12-29 06:00:00Z |
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Imagine it a couple of guys and a plane over the Atlantic...
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Three Guys and A Plane
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2025-12-29 06:00:00Z |
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The Corning Rotary Club was pleased to present a check in the amount of $2000 for Polio Plus to John Ockenfels, District Polio Chair, at the Rotary Foundation Reception in Creston on October 27th . Presenting the check was Nancy Turner, Foundation Chair for the Corning Rotary Club.
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District 6000 PolioPlus Challenge
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2025-12-29 06:00:00Z |
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We have a new mobile app Navigating through the Learning Center
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Learning Center Tech Tip
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2025-12-29 06:00:00Z |
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See what one club in the Des Moines Area is doing to make a difference for those want to read and write……
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Promoting Literacy and Future Authors
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2025-12-29 06:00:00Z |
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Rotary & You can make an impact that lasts forever!!!!
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Endowment
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2025-12-29 06:00:00Z |
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Where loving memories are created and peace is brought to children and their families. Now, as Rotarians, we know that it pulls at all our hearts. That is why Mason’s Lighthouse is a cause that near to and dear to many District 6000 Rotarians.
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Mason's Lighthouse
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2025-12-29 06:00:00Z |
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This year's District Conference is sure to inspire! Join us on May 1st and 2nd, 2026 at The Hyatt Regency Hotel Conference Center in Coralville, IA. District Conference Co-Chairs: Chris and Vernette Knapp
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District Conference
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2025-10-16 05:00:00Z |
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Over the past 2 ½ years, the Rotary District 6000 Membership Action Team/Committee has been working to identify and accomplish membership goals as part of Rotary Zone 29 Regional Rotary Roadmap. The roadmap is designed to provide districts with ideas and motivation to increase activities and success. A byproduct of this roadmap is for districts to encourage clubs to participate in a Membership Olympics Challenge among clubs. The purpose of this challenge is to work towards setting goals, achieving membership growth and development, to improve the overall health and vibrancy of Rotary Clubs, have FUN, and create friendly competition along the way. Rotary Clubs in District 6000 are encouraged to participate in the Rotary District 6000 Membership Olympics Challenge during the 2025-2026 membership year. Rotary Club Membership Chairs or Club Presidents are requested to complete the scoresheet below and forward it to PDG Steve Wieneke at swienenked6k@gmail.com no later than July 15, 2026, for the period July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026. Results of the challenge and awards will be announced and distributed in August 2026. All clubs that participate in this challenge will be presented a certificate of recognition. Cash incentives will be awarded to the top 3 achieving Rotary Clubs in District 6000. 1st place that achieves the highest number of points will be awarded $250. 2nd place that achieves the 2nd highest number of points earns $150. 3rd place that achieves the 3rd highest number of points earns $100. Total payout = $500
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Rotary District 6000 Membership Olympic Challenge 2025-2026
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2025-08-07 05:00:00Z |
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What you should know:Someone unknown to Rotary District 6000 is using a technique called "email spoofing" which appears to come from District Governor Norlan Hinke via the email address pectspee@gmail.com. This is not an email address in use or maintained by anyone in Rotary District 6000.
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Scam Alert - Email Spoofing/Phishing
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2025-07-17 05:00:00Z |
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Let's Plant a Tree for Evey Member! Rotary and Extension Club Members - In our ongoing commitment to sustainability and community impact, I’m requesting each club to take part in a simple yet powerful initiative: 🌱 Plant at least one tree for every member of your club. This is a meaningful way to contribute to environmental health, promote climate resilience, and leave a lasting legacy in our communities. Here’s how you can get started:Explore the links below to find tree species that are best suited to your local environment. Purchase and plant your trees in appropriate locations with community support and visibility. Learn how to care for your trees to ensure they thrive for years to come.
Tree Planting Resources Let’s grow a greener future—one tree at a time. Yours in service, Norlan Hinke District Governor 2025-2026 Unite for Good
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Governor's Club Focus Points - Plant Trees Per Member
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2025-07-03 05:00:00Z |
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During our club visits, you have inspired Cindy and me with your kindness and all of the ways you are helping to serve others. We look forward to continue working together to achieve the goals we've establish, because together we UNITE FOR GOOD! C) 563-219-5020
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DISTRICT GOVERNOR NORLAN WELCOMES YOU!
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2025-07-01 05:00:00Z |
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Rotary District 6000 Humanitarian and Educational Foundation, Inc. (H.E.F.), a 501c(3) corporation, will be holding its annual meeting on Monday, April 21, 2025 beginning at 2pm. The meeting location is Open Heartland, 3 E. Benton St., Iowa City, IA 52240. All Rotarians and others interested are welcome to attend and participate. For those not able to attend in person, a Zoom option is available. Meeting ID: 818 4076 6843
Passcode: 974995 Please contact Bill Burress with any questions regarding the upcoming meeting. He may be contacted at 563-579-3082, or wlburress@yahoo.com.
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HEF DISTRICT 6000 ANNUAL MEETING
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2025-04-03 05:00:00Z |
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Learn about DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF ROTARY, our District Conference, April 12, Click Here
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DISTRICT CONFERENCE APRIL 12, 2025
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2025-01-09 06:00:00Z |
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Nominations from Clubs are requested for District Governor Nominee Designee and will be accepted until October 20, interviews are November 10. If you are interested in this leadership position, learn more about the requirements and responsibilities here https://www.rotary6000.org/sitepage/future-district-governor-info. The District Governor is charged with leading our district during their term; qualifications include: - Must have served a term as President of a Rotary Club
- At least 7 years of Rotary membership prior to taking office
- Be a current member in good standing
- Good leadership skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with others
- Public speaking ability, desire to promote the good work of Rotary
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SEEKING DISTRICT GOVERNOR CANDIDATES
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2024-08-12 05:00:00Z |
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To see club events so you can support their efforts, click HERE. You can promote your Rotary event here too! CLICK to add your event or contact the office with details. This is updated around the 1st & 15th each month.
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CLUB EVENTS CALENDAR
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Carolyn Scharff
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2024-07-01 05:00:00Z |
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The deadline for Community Service Grant applications to be RECEIVED is June 1. To review information for this type of grant click THIS LINK to Community Service Grants. Clubs must have attended a Grant Management Seminar and returned 2 signed forms to the District Office.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE GRANT APPLICATION DEADLINE
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2022-05-19 05:00:00Z |
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DISTRICT 6000 NEWS
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2018-06-30 05:00:00Z |
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Call the R.I. Contact Center 1+866-9ROTARY (1-866-976-8279) or email contact.center@rotary.org for help and to find deadlines. Club officers: To find your RI support staff click here.
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Rotary International Contacts to Help You
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Get the word out to your community that Polio is not yet eradicated, only 2 countries to go and we all can help!
October 24 is World Polio Day
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WORLD POLIO DAY OCTOBER 24
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