August 16 2023 Meeting - Horizon West Rotary

HAPPY DOLLARS
Happy dollars always kick us off on a positive note as members and guests share something they are currently happy about! Today $191 was donated to go towards Matt's Mission.

JUNE 21ST GUEST SPEAKERS

Joe Cobb with Matt's Mission

Saving Lives of Cardiac Arrest Victims Through Training and Donations

Matt had cardiac arrest at age of 20 in 2020 and the family's experience led to creating the non-profit, Matt's Mission. Their mission is to increase the survival rate of SCA victims through AED donations, education and training. They teach hands-only CPR and donate AEDs complete with a Save Station for storage and high visibility access.  

Cardiac Arrest Claims More Lives than car accidents, breast cancer, prostate cancer, influenza, HIV, firearms, house fires and pneumonia
… COMBINED.

For those experience cardiac arrest, getting a shock from AED in first 10 minutes raises survival rate substantially.

Volunteers and donations are two great ways to help Matt's Mission. Their website and Facebook page have all the details about connecting with them.

https://www.matthewsheart.org/

https://www.facebook.com/mattsmission2020

J.J. Lullen - Rotary District Service Programs Chair

Million Meals

J.J. is with the Rotary Club of Dr. Phillips and joined us to talk about a variety of programs that Rotary Clubs in our district are involved in and that we can support as Rotary Members as well as club initiatives.

Million Meals
Partners in Education
Gift for Teaching - non-profit store that enables teachers to order supplies at no charge.
Girls on the Run - girls of all abilities learn to embrace their inner strength and make meaningful connections with others

Salvation Army Bell Ringing - district provides club poster at no cost to display during the club's volunteer shifts

ROTARY HAPPY HOUR • LAST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH

To further our club's focus on community service, networking & fellowship, save the last Wednesday of every month from 5:30 - 7:30pm on your calendar now!

Next Event: Wed August 30th - Location: Piesanos - Details on Facebook >>

MAXEY ELEMENTARY SHOWS THEIR APPRECIATION

Maxey Elementary recognizes two of our own for their mentoring services. The experience is one of a kind. Being able to help students become and belong is rewarding to all involved in the process. Service above self!

MAXEY ELEMENTARY SHOWS THEIR APPRECIATION

Volunteer Hours at a Rotarian expands Rotary's reach by bringing the knowledge and talents of local people to projects in their communities. Our President Francisco Nieves-Taranto recently volunteered at Second Harvest Food Bank.
https://www.feedhopenow.org/

REMINDER OF THE ONGOING CHALLENGE TO OUR CURRENT MEMBERS

Our District Governor Andres Goyanes' challenged us to the 4 Way Challenge so we are ramping up our efforts to invite others to come check out our club:

1) a Family Member

2) a Friend

3) a Co-worker

4) a Customer 

And if you can't find one of them to come, ask a Veteran or a First Responder.