Our guest speaker on Friday morning is Katie Seel, Director of Sunflower Children's Collective. Katie will talk about Sunflower Children's Collective 2025 goals.
Our greeter on Friday morning is Mark Rose.
Manhattan Rotary Club's next meeting will be at the Manhattan Country Club on Thursday, April 24, noon to 1:00 PM. Rachelle Banwart, Kansas State University Director of Corporate Economic Development, will talk about K-State’s role in local and state-wide economic development.
Please enjoy this Manhattan Konza Rotary Club newsletter and recent photos.
Kristin Brighton and Katie Allen, from the USD383 School Board, talked about implications of excessive screen time on youth mental health.
All the best,
Ben Kohl
2024-25 President
Notes/Reminders
Manhattan Konza Rotary Club Water Projects received $3,200 in donations during the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation 13th annual Grow Green Match Day. With a 50% match, $3,200 is $6,400.
Rotary District 5710 Night at the Monarchs: Join fellow Rotarians at the Monarchs Baseball Game at Legends Field on Wednesday, May 28. First pitch at 6:35 PM, but come earlier for the fun. Choose between an Infield Reserved Ticket for only $25 or get the Backyard Package, which includes an Infield Reserved Ticket plus All You Can Eat Ballpark Buffet (brats, burgers, hot dogs, chips, cookies) with soda and water for $42. The Backyard is the largest Party Space at Legends Field, where you'll enjoy your meal and play yard games with your Rotarian friends and family. It's the ultimate tailgate experience! Buy tickets for you and your friends/family: https://rotary5710.org/events/rotary-district-5710-night-at-the-monarchs
Program Recommendations
We need guest speakers and program ideas for July and August. Please complete and submit this form to notify the Program Committee.
Check the the weekly bulletin for your greeting day.
The greeter list is on our website (https://konzarotary.com). Assignments are alphabetical, by last name. If you are unable to greet on your assigned day, please trade with another club member and let Kirk Crabtree know (kirkcrabtree1@gmail.com or 785-492-0219). We ask that you arrive by 6:50 AM to help get the room in order.
April Cup Collection is for Thrive!Venmo handle is changing again, so stay tuned.
CASA is in desperate need of volunteers! 6-10 hours a month is all you need to change a child’s story. Children ages birth to 18 who are victims of child abuse and neglect are waiting for your voice. You don’t need any specific education or work experience to become a CASA, just a heart for youth and a desire to make a difference. Questions or want to sign up? Contact Jayme at jaymem@sunflowerchildrensco.org
April Cup Collection is for Thrive! (Drop cash in the cup or mail check to Konza Rotary Club, PO Box 1605, Manhattan, KS 66505)
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