Support for Maui
To all our District 5495 Rotarians:
Our hearts go out to those impacted by the disastrous fires in Maui, Hawaii. Many Rotarians are directly impacted. There are nine Rotary clubs on Maui and at this point it has been reported that the homes of two Club Presidents have been destroyed.
Early in a disaster, often the most effective way to help is a contribution of cash to a trustworthy and reliable organization. The District 5000 Foundation has established a Maui Relief Fund. Below is the letter District Governor Mark Merriam sent to all the Rotary members in District 5000. DG Mark’s letter includes a donation link and QR code to make contributions to the Maui Relief Fund.
Our hearts go out to those impacted by the disastrous fires in Maui, Hawaii. Many Rotarians are directly impacted. There are nine Rotary clubs on Maui and at this point it has been reported that the homes of two Club Presidents have been destroyed.
Early in a disaster, often the most effective way to help is a contribution of cash to a trustworthy and reliable organization. The District 5000 Foundation has established a Maui Relief Fund. Below is the letter District Governor Mark Merriam sent to all the Rotary members in District 5000. DG Mark’s letter includes a donation link and QR code to make contributions to the Maui Relief Fund.
If you wish, this is an opportunity for you or your club to help our fellow Rotary members in Maui and their neighbors.
Thank you in advance for any support you or your club can provide to our friends in Maui.
Sincerely,
Kevin Pitts,
Rotary International District 5495 Governor 2023-2024
Rotary International District 5495 Governor 2023-2024
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Aloha,
This week has been a tragic week for our Rotarians, families and friends on the Island of Maui. The fires across the island have changed lives forever. Truly devastating. Our sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with everyone impacted.
As people of action, we can take immediate action. As we come together to recover and rebuild, we need to support each other. We need to Create Hope for Maui.
Rotary District 5000 in Hawaii has created an option for Rotarians who wish to help the victims of the wildfire. Rotary District 5000 Foundation, a relief fund has been established. Foundation President Dave Hamil and Treasurer Sharon Amano will handle all donations. The Rotary District 5000 Foundation is a 501c3 organization and all donations are considered charitable.
A committee will be organized shortly to find the greatest needs for distribution of monies. Monies will be used to make the largest impact based on needs and will be sustainable. A single fund will be the most helpful over time to provide the greatest significant benefits.
Please consider donating to this special fund. Hyperlink and QR code are included with this note.
Please also widely share this opportunity to help. Contact me anytime for additional information.
Stay safe, take care and mahalo as we Create Hope for Maui.
Mark
