Rotary District 6950

09/03/2026

There’s a Lot Happening in Rotary District 6950 — and You’re Invited!

I wanted to take a couple of minutes to share some of the exciting things happening throughout Rotary District 6950 this year.

We have officially launched our District Sponsorship Program, creating opportunities for businesses, organizations, Rotary clubs and individuals to support our district and gain visibility throughout the Rotary year.

But that is only part of what is ahead.

On November 15, we will gather at The James Museum in St. Petersburg for A Night at the Museum, a very special evening celebrating and supporting the work of The Rotary Foundation.

And in 2027, we will bring Rotarians from across our district together in Sarasota for our District Conference at the Art Ovation Hotel.

I talk about all three in this short video, and I hope you'll take a couple of minutes to watch.

If you own a business, represent an organization, belong to a Rotary club, or simply want to support the work Rotary is doing throughout our communities, I would love to have you involved.

Interested in becoming a District 6950 sponsor?
View sponsorship opportunities and register here

We have a great Rotary year ahead of us. Thank you to everyone who continues to help us Create Lasting Impact.

Mark Middleton
District Governor 2026–27
Rotary District 6950

Become a sponsor here:

https://form.jotform.com/262163884167061

06/21/2026

Father’s Day is the perfect occasion to honor the men who shape our lives with their care, wisdom, and unwavering support. Whether biological, adopted, or chosen, fathers and father figures provide guidance, protection, and inspiration every day. From teaching life lessons to sharing laughter and quiet moments, their influence is profound and lasting. Happy Father’s Day to every dad, stepdad, granddad, father figure, and to the incredible moms who wear both hats. Today we celebrate your love, strength, and the countless ways you show up every single day. 💙

06/06/2026

Calling all Rotary Youth! Join us at the 2026 District Conference and Awards Weekend at TradeWinds Resort on June 26th! RSVP to DG Becky Bennett.

05/10/2026

04/06/2026

We round out our posts in the series of getting to know your district leadership a little bit better by highlighting District Governor Becky Bennett.

Read her answers to the questions we asked her below:

Q1. What’s one superpower that would make your Rotary service easier?
A1. Being able to fly so I would be able to attend several of the amazing Rotary events throughout the district each day!

Q2. If you could launch a new Rotary service project tomorrow, what would it be? OR what is your most passionate rotary service project you're engaged with?
A2. I love our Rotary youth programs and seeing the impact it makes on both the students and the Rotarians who interact with them including Rotary Youth Exchange, Seminar 4 Tomorrow's Leaders, Early Act, Interact and Rotaract. I would like to see us have an annual youth summit connecting all of our youth programs, their parents and Rotarians.

So many service projects to choose from but having the opportunity to travel to Honduras three times with Trinity Rotary and District 6950 to support Pure Water for the World project bringing clean water filtration systems and building latrines at schools and homes was life changing. I brought my younger brother, Kevin, with my on my last trip and it was such a special experience.

Q3. How many years have you been a Rotarian (Year Started)?
A3. 19 Years (2006)

Q4. What is/was your career/vocation?
A4. Lighthouse for the Visually Impaired & Blind of Pasco, Hernando & Citrus.

Q5. Describe Rotary in three emojis?
A5. 🫶💪✌️

04/05/2026

Giving because we’ve been given so very much!

Happy Easter to all!

03/05/2026

In his third year as the District PR chair, Jeremiah has had the pleasure of serving under three governors and played a small role in helping tell the stories of the incredible folks who make up Rotary District 6950.

Get to know a little more and read his answers below:

Q1. What’s one superpower that would make your Rotary service easier?
A.1 The ability to instantly connect the right people to the right mission — like a human creative switchboard that turns good intentions into real impact, fast.

Q2. If you could launch a new Rotary service project tomorrow, what would it be?
A2. A mobile storytelling + headshot studio that travels to underserved communities and small nonprofits — giving them professional images and brand stories they can actually use to raise money, attract volunteers, and be seen with dignity.
Because visibility is power, and too many good causes are invisible.

Q3. How many years have you been a Rotarian (Year Started)?
A3. 3.5 years

Q4. What is/was your career/vocation?
A4. Visual artist & storyteller. I brand people, places and ideas on the commercial side and I write love letters for folks who want to preserve memories of their families and special events.

Q5. Describe Rotary in three emojis:
A5. 🤝✨🌍

02/23/2026

Meet the guy behind the birthday greetings and so much more. Loved by all, Membership Chair Paul Friedlander!

Q1. What’s one superpower that would make your Rotary service easier?
A1. Ability to multiply myself

Q2. If you could launch a new Rotary service project tomorrow, what would it be? OR what is your most passionate rotary service project you're engaged with?
A2. My passion is Behavioral Health and Human Trafficking

Q3. How many years have you been a Rotarian (Year Started)?
A3. 16 years

Q4. What is/was your career/vocation?
A4. Account Executive in the Title Insurance Industry. We do both commercial and residential. The company is Total Title Solutions part of the Florida Agency Network.

Q5. Describe Rotary in three emojis?
A5.😀🧡👼