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Exclusive Offer<\/a> Mark Your Calendar: 2026\u201327 Foundation Training & Grant Deadlines<\/h1>Share:<\/span><\/i>Permalink<\/span><\/a><\/i>Email this Page<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/header>![\"Main](\"https:\/\/www.DACdb.com\/Accounts\/5960\/ezStory\/320238\/KeyDatesTRF-website_og.png\" "\\"Mark")
Planning a District or Global Grant for 2026\u201327? District 5960 has released the full schedule of required trainings, workshops, and grant deadlines. Grants Management Seminars will be held March 21, 24, and 26, with Global Grants Workshops following on March 31 and April 2. The always-popular Shark Tank session is set for May 6. Global Grant submissions are due May 15, and District Grants are due May 29, with review dates later that month and in June.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\nhttps:\/\/www.rotary5960.org\/rotary-foundation\/grants-team\/district-grants\/<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span>
\n <\/p>\n<\/p>2026-27 ROTARY DISTRICT 5960<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span>
\nKEY DATES FOR ROTARY FOUNDATION RELATED EVENTS<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span>
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\nGRANTS MANAGEMENT SEMINARS<\/span><\/span><\/u><\/b><\/span>
\nTuesday, March 24, 2026 - 4:00-5:30pm - <\/span><\/span>Link<\/span><\/a><\/span>
\nThursday, March 26, 2026 - 6:00-7:30pm - <\/span><\/span>Link<\/span><\/a><\/span>
\nSaturday, March 21, 2026 - 10:00-11:30am<\/span><\/span><\/span>
\nIn-Person At FamilyMeans - <\/span><\/span>Link<\/span><\/a><\/span>
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\nGLOBAL GRANTS WORKSHOPS<\/span><\/span><\/u><\/b><\/span>
\nTuesday, March 31, 20624 - 7:00-8:30pm - <\/span><\/span>Link<\/span><\/a><\/span>
\nTuesday, April 2, 2024 - 3:00-4:30pm - <\/span><\/span>Link<\/span><\/a><\/span>
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\nSHARK TANK<\/span><\/span><\/u><\/b><\/span>
\nWednesday, May 6, 2026 \u2013 4pm - <\/span><\/span>Link<\/span><\/a><\/span>
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\n2026-27 GLOBAL GRANT SUBMISSION DATES<\/span><\/span><\/u><\/b><\/span>
\nDeadline for project submission: Friday, May 15, 2026<\/span><\/span><\/span>
\nProject review date: Friday, May 29, 2026 - 1:30-3:00 pm - <\/span><\/span>Link<\/span><\/a><\/span>
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\n2026-27 DISTRICT GRANT SUBMISSION DATES<\/span><\/span><\/u><\/b><\/span>
\nDeadline for project submission: Friday, May 29, 2026<\/span><\/span><\/span>
\nProject review date: Friday, June 19, 2026 - 1:30-3:30pm - <\/span><\/span>Link<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/span>Read More<\/a><\/p>
<\/article><\/div>November is Rotary Foundation Month<\/h1>Share:<\/span><\/i>Permalink<\/span><\/a><\/i>Email this Page<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/header>![\"Main](\"https:\/\/www.DACdb.com\/Accounts\/5960\/ezStory\/319125\/TRFNov_og.png\" "\\"November")
Each November, Rotarians around the world take time to celebrate The Rotary Foundation<\/b> \u2014 recognized as one of the most effective and well-managed charitable organizations in the world. The Foundation has earned 17 consecutive four-star ratings<\/b> from Charity Navigator<\/i> and an A+ rating<\/b> from CharityWatch<\/i>, reflecting its commitment to transparency, stewardship, and impact.
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\nA Century of Doing Good in the World<\/b>
\nSince its founding more than 100 years ago, The Rotary Foundation has invested over $4 billion<\/b> in life-changing, sustainable projects that make a difference in communities around the globe.
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\nYour contributions make that possible. When you give to the Annual Fund \u2013 SHARE<\/b>, nearly half of your donation returns to District 5960<\/b> to fund local projects organized and led by our clubs. Last year alone, more than $187,000<\/b> was distributed in district grants to support Rotary-led initiatives across our region.
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\nFoundation Giving Incentives for November<\/b>
\nTo encourage giving during Rotary Foundation Month, the following matching point incentives<\/b> are available toward receiving a Paul Harris Fellow<\/b> recognition:<\/span><\/span>\n\n\t- $100 donation<\/b> \u2013 1-to-1 recognition point match<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\t
- $365 donation<\/b> \u2013 Point match to full Paul Harris Fellow (PHF)<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\t
- Rotary Direct enrollment<\/b> \u2013 Sign up for automatic giving of at least $30 per month and receive 500 recognition points<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nEvery gift, no matter the size, helps Rotary create lasting change both locally and globally.
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\nHow to Give<\/b>
\nTo make your donation, visit the official Rotary International giving page:
\nhttps:\/\/www.rotary.org\/en\/donate<\/a>
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\nIf you have not already created a My Rotary<\/b> account, please do so before donating. Going through My Rotary ensures that you and your club receive proper credit for your contribution. Instructions for setting up your account are attached.
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\nThank You<\/b>
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\nYour generosity fuels the work of Rotary \u2014 advancing peace, fighting disease, supporting education, providing clean water, growing local economies, and protecting the environment.
\nThank you for your partnership and continued support of The Rotary Foundation.<\/span><\/span>
\n <\/p>
<\/article><\/div>Rotary Unite for Water<\/h1>Share:<\/span><\/i>Permalink<\/span><\/a><\/i>Email this Page<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/header>![\"Main](\"https:\/\/www.DACdb.com\/Accounts\/5960\/ezStory\/319020\/UniteforWater_og.png\" "\\"Rotary")
Rotary\u2019s April Theme: The Environment | Earth Day \u2013 April 22, 2026<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n\nThis April, Rotary members from five districts across four U.S. states and one Canadian province<\/strong> are coming together for a powerful, multidistrict initiative: Rotary Unite for Water.<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\nThe goal is simple yet urgent \u2014 to protect, restore, and preserve clean water sources while highlighting Rotary\u2019s collective impact through coordinated service and public engagement.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\nWhen We Unite and Take Action<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n\nThrough the Unite for Water initiative, clubs across the participating districts will collaborate on a shared day of service to:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\t- \n\t
Transform communities<\/strong> through hands-on environmental projects.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t<\/li>\n\t- \n\t
Create a public image blitz<\/strong> across social media, local media, and community channels.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t<\/li>\n\t- \n\t
Empower clubs<\/strong> to share their impact stories, inspiring others to join the effort.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\nTogether, these actions will show the world the difference Rotary makes when we Unite and Take Action<\/strong> on critical environmental challenges.
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\nClick Here<\/a> for the District web page.<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\nWhat Can Your Club Do?<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n\n <\/p>\n<\/p>Each club can choose a project that fits its community\u2019s needs and resources. Ideas include:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\t- \n\t
River or lake clean-ups<\/strong> \u2013 remove debris and restore local waterways.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t<\/li>\n\t
Planning a District or Global Grant for 2026\u201327? District 5960 has released the full schedule of required trainings, workshops, and grant deadlines. Grants Management Seminars will be held March 21, 24, and 26, with Global Grants Workshops following on March 31 and April 2. The always-popular Shark Tank session is set for May 6. Global Grant submissions are due May 15, and District Grants are due May 29, with review dates later that month and in June.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n https:\/\/www.rotary5960.org\/rotary-foundation\/grants-team\/district-grants\/<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span> Read More<\/a><\/p> Each November, Rotarians around the world take time to celebrate The Rotary Foundation<\/b> \u2014 recognized as one of the most effective and well-managed charitable organizations in the world. The Foundation has earned 17 consecutive four-star ratings<\/b> from Charity Navigator<\/i> and an A+ rating<\/b> from CharityWatch<\/i>, reflecting its commitment to transparency, stewardship, and impact. This April, Rotary members from five districts across four U.S. states and one Canadian province<\/strong> are coming together for a powerful, multidistrict initiative: Rotary Unite for Water.<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n The goal is simple yet urgent \u2014 to protect, restore, and preserve clean water sources while highlighting Rotary\u2019s collective impact through coordinated service and public engagement.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n Through the Unite for Water initiative, clubs across the participating districts will collaborate on a shared day of service to:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n Transform communities<\/strong> through hands-on environmental projects.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t<\/li>\n\t Create a public image blitz<\/strong> across social media, local media, and community channels.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t<\/li>\n\t Empower clubs<\/strong> to share their impact stories, inspiring others to join the effort.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n Together, these actions will show the world the difference Rotary makes when we Unite and Take Action<\/strong> on critical environmental challenges. <\/p>\n<\/p> Each club can choose a project that fits its community\u2019s needs and resources. Ideas include:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n River or lake clean-ups<\/strong> \u2013 remove debris and restore local waterways.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t<\/li>\n\t
\n <\/p>\n<\/p>
\nKEY DATES FOR ROTARY FOUNDATION RELATED EVENTS<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span>
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\nGRANTS MANAGEMENT SEMINARS<\/span><\/span><\/u><\/b><\/span>
\nTuesday, March 24, 2026 - 4:00-5:30pm - <\/span><\/span>Link<\/span><\/a><\/span>
\nThursday, March 26, 2026 - 6:00-7:30pm - <\/span><\/span>Link<\/span><\/a><\/span>
\nSaturday, March 21, 2026 - 10:00-11:30am<\/span><\/span><\/span>
\nIn-Person At FamilyMeans - <\/span><\/span>Link<\/span><\/a><\/span>
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\nGLOBAL GRANTS WORKSHOPS<\/span><\/span><\/u><\/b><\/span>
\nTuesday, March 31, 20624 - 7:00-8:30pm - <\/span><\/span>Link<\/span><\/a><\/span>
\nTuesday, April 2, 2024 - 3:00-4:30pm - <\/span><\/span>Link<\/span><\/a><\/span>
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\nSHARK TANK<\/span><\/span><\/u><\/b><\/span>
\nWednesday, May 6, 2026 \u2013 4pm - <\/span><\/span>Link<\/span><\/a><\/span>
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\n2026-27 GLOBAL GRANT SUBMISSION DATES<\/span><\/span><\/u><\/b><\/span>
\nDeadline for project submission: Friday, May 15, 2026<\/span><\/span><\/span>
\nProject review date: Friday, May 29, 2026 - 1:30-3:00 pm - <\/span><\/span>Link<\/span><\/a><\/span>
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\n2026-27 DISTRICT GRANT SUBMISSION DATES<\/span><\/span><\/u><\/b><\/span>
\nDeadline for project submission: Friday, May 29, 2026<\/span><\/span><\/span>
\nProject review date: Friday, June 19, 2026 - 1:30-3:30pm - <\/span><\/span>Link<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/span>
<\/article><\/div>November is Rotary Foundation Month<\/h1>
\n
\nA Century of Doing Good in the World<\/b>
\nSince its founding more than 100 years ago, The Rotary Foundation has invested over $4 billion<\/b> in life-changing, sustainable projects that make a difference in communities around the globe.
\n
\nYour contributions make that possible. When you give to the Annual Fund \u2013 SHARE<\/b>, nearly half of your donation returns to District 5960<\/b> to fund local projects organized and led by our clubs. Last year alone, more than $187,000<\/b> was distributed in district grants to support Rotary-led initiatives across our region.
\n
\nFoundation Giving Incentives for November<\/b>
\nTo encourage giving during Rotary Foundation Month, the following matching point incentives<\/b> are available toward receiving a Paul Harris Fellow<\/b> recognition:<\/span><\/span>\n\n\t
\n
\nHow to Give<\/b>
\nTo make your donation, visit the official Rotary International giving page:
\nhttps:\/\/www.rotary.org\/en\/donate<\/a>
\n
\nIf you have not already created a My Rotary<\/b> account, please do so before donating. Going through My Rotary ensures that you and your club receive proper credit for your contribution. Instructions for setting up your account are attached.
\n
\nThank You<\/b>
\n
\nYour generosity fuels the work of Rotary \u2014 advancing peace, fighting disease, supporting education, providing clean water, growing local economies, and protecting the environment.
\nThank you for your partnership and continued support of The Rotary Foundation.<\/span><\/span>
\n <\/p>
<\/article><\/div>Rotary Unite for Water<\/h1>
Rotary\u2019s April Theme: The Environment | Earth Day \u2013 April 22, 2026<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n\n
When We Unite and Take Action<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n\n
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\nClick Here<\/a> for the District web page.<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\nWhat Can Your Club Do?<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n\n
\n\t