Rotary Club of Emory Druid Hills

10/07/2022

Commissioner Steve Bradshaw So honored to have you with us on our 13th CHARTER DAY celebration!

Rotary Zones 33/34Rotary District 6900

On Wednesday, October 12, Commissioner Steve Bradshaw will serve as the guest of honor at the 13th annual Emory Druid Hills Rotary Club festival.

This year’s celebration includes Diwali Festival and World Polio Day awareness both recognized on October 24 this year.

Diwali (English: /dɪˈwɑːliː/) known as the ‘festival of lights,’ is usually celebrated in October or November. This year it begins October 24 and ends on October 29, the holiday is celebrated by millions of Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs worldwide. One of the most popular festivals of Hinduism, Diwali symbolizes the spiritual "victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance".

World Polio Day is observed on October 24 as well. On this day millions commemorate global efforts for a polio-free future, and the sacrifices of frontline workers committed to eradicating polio from the world. Polio is a contagious virus it is however rare because of modern interventions. Because of the ease of which the poliovirus spreads the virus can impair the brain regions that govern respiration, resulting in death. Polio, which has no recognized therapy, can only be avoided through vaccination.

“I look forward to celebrating the 13th Charter Day anniversary of the Emory-Druid Hills Rotary as they commemorate Diwali and bring awareness to Polio. It is befitting that the Rotary symbolically brings awareness to Polio at their Festival of lights, Diwali celebration.” Said Commissioner Bradshaw.

Indian Cuisine (dinner) will be served. Attendees are encouraged to wear Diwali ethnic style attire.

Wednesday, October 12
6pm to 9pm
Impact Hall, Global Mall
5675 Jimmy Carter Blvd.
Norcross, GA 30071

The event will be live-streamed as well at https://youtu.be/cv92RsslUuk and https://www.facebook.com/events/424125649662364

To learn more about Emory Druid Hills Rotary, visit www.rotaryemory.org

08/22/2022

Rotary Club of Emory Druid Hills under its District 6900 Rotary District 6900 Grant for ‘4 Quarterly Medical Equipment Drives for FODAC Friends of Disabled Adults and Children (Friends of Disabled Adults and Children) (to collect $ 1 million equipment)’ conducted the first quarterly medical equipment drive on August 6th. This was a joint venture with many other Rotary and Rotaract clubs from District 6900. Traditionally this medical equipment drive has been organized and led by the Rotary Club of North Atlanta. https://portal.clubrunner.ca/7505/Stories/a-very-successful-collection-event-for-fodac!

This drive resulted in numerous volunteer hours, and in-kind donations (63 Volunteers, 14 teams, 2 box trucks, 4 high roof Vans, 3 small vans, 5 pickups, and 5 trailers). The drive completed 44 Home Medical Equipment pickups for a total collection of $409,788 (a new record). The largest haul yet for this one-day collection event for the benefit of FODAC.

This grant aided in setting a new record in collecting home medical equipment donated to FODAC for refurbishment and reconditioning before being distributed back to those in need, most often at no cost to the recipient. Several motorized scooters, hospital beds, electric and manual wheelchairs, walkers, canes, and various medical supplies were among the items collected in all of the donated vans, trucks, and trailers.

The next quarterly medical equipment drives under the grant will be hosted by the Rotary Club of Emory Druid Hills in October 2022, January 2023, and April 2023.

We encourage and welcome as many Rotarians and Rotaractors of District 6900 to join hands and break our record!
Please contact Present of Rotary Club of Emory Druid Hills Manoj Barot at [email protected]

Learn more about:
1. FODAC https://fodac.org
2. District 6900 Grant for RCEDH [email protected]

Rotary InternationalGeorge GranadeRotary Zones 33/34ALEXBANK Rotaract Club of Atlanta The Rotary Club of North Atlanta

08/08/2022

On August 6th, we joined our efforts for the Friends of Disabled Adults and Children medical equipment drive for help to those who are in need. Rotary Zones 33/34 Rotary District 6900 Rotaract District 6900

Medical Equipment Collection Service Event for FODAC August 2022

Very Special Thanks to....
This year members from the Emory Druid Hills Rotary Club and the Metro Atlanta Rotaract Club out did themselves! They provided all the event volunteers with delicious food and drink for breakfast on the back patio of the 57th as well as lunch at the drop off site in the parking lot. All of this along with several vans and volunteers to aid in the overall collection project.
THANK YOU!
Special thanks go to Manoj Barot, Emory Druid Hills Rotary Club and Natalie Barot, Metro Atlanta Rotaract Club for all of your organizing efforts!

08/03/2022

Rotary Club of Emory Druid Hills joined forces with Rotaract Atlanta Metro and SEWA International to distribute masks, sanitizers, and school supplies on July 29th.

Kids were made to feel welcome at the event with cotton candies. As part of the event, volunteers assisted SEWA International with registering students for the program's after-school tutoring, enrichment, and meals.

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07/29/2022

Local Ukrainians and refugees from Ukraine came to express their gratitude to the District 6900, FODAC, and Rotary Club of Emory Club for their assistance in collecting $154,490.

The money was spent to purchase much-needed medical equipment sent to Ukraine.

Ukrainians also appreciate Chris Brand from FODAC who helped not only to find the necessary medical tools such as orthopedic surgical drills and saw sets, negative pressure wound care systems, and infant incubators, but also to prepare them for shipment.

As a sign of gratitude, the Ukrainians performed work by the Ukrainian composer Miroslav Skoryk, which was the highlight of the meeting. Sounds of authentic Ukrainian music filled the hall and inspired the hearts of all present.

Rotary International Rotary District 6900 George Granade Friends of Disabled Adults and Children Marina Ovys Manoj G Barot

07/27/2022

Rotary District 6900Rotary InternationalGeorge GranadeManoj G Barot

07/27/2022

Induction of the new members.

July 20th, 2022 District 6900 Governor George Granade came for an official visit to Rotary Club Emory Druid Hills.

At the meeting for the first time in the club's history, 3 new members were inducted (out of the 5 new members who have been selected and approved by the club).

Welcome new members:
Arun Misra
Financial Specialist, Ph.D. in Microbiology

Shirish Raval
Leading entertainment and event promoter

Jignesh Brahmbhatt
A business entrepreneur

Rotary District 6900 Rotary International George Granade Manoj G Barot

07/27/2022

On July 20th, 2022 District 6900 Governor George Granade came for an official visit to Rotary Club Emory Druid Hills.

At the meeting first time in the history of the club 3 new members were inducted (out of the 5 new members who have have been selected and approved by the club).

The meeting was also attended by guests and refugees from Ukraine who came to express their gratitude to the District 6900, FODAC, and Rotary Club of Emory Club for their assistance in collecting $154,490.

The money was spent to purchase much-needed medical equipment, which was sent to Ukraine. A special thanks go out to Chris Brand from FODAC who helped not only to find the necessary medical tools such as orthopedic surgical drills and saw sets, negative pressure wound care systems, and infant incubators, but also to prepare them for shipment.

As a sign of gratitude, the Ukrainians performed work by the Ukrainian composer Miroslav Skoryk, which was the highlight of the meeting. Sounds of authentic Ukrainian music filled the hall and inspired the hearts of all present.

All those present were also glad to hear about the success of the club in promoting the PolioPlus society project and becoming first in the District 6900 to be 100% Club of District’s Polio Plus Society which is developing with a special success at Emory Druid Hills Rotary Club.

This important mission for all mankind is important to every member of our organization and such successful promotion cannot but make us all happy.
Rotary International Rotary District 6900 George Granade Ismailbhai Ghanchi