Fines
None
Birthdays
Birthday raffle today – get ticket
Birthday raffle – Janine, Jim, Ed & Eli. Scott E did his earlier.
CLUB BUSINESS - Announcements and committee reports
- This day in Rotary History – Our Club was presented its Charter by the District Gov– 1954; 67 years ago
- Reminder –Last Chance - Lake Mills Optimist Club having Christmas Adopt A Family again this year. Last year served 37 families / 92 kids with food basket, gift cards, & children’s presents. $50 per family for dinner. Ed is collecting donations.
- TODAY AT 1 PM- Audit by State of WI Dept. of Gaming
- 12/9/2021-Rotary Social – trip to Stoughton Rotary Park to view Christmas light displays. Leave Lake Mills across from city hall at 6pm, return 8pmish. Refreshments on bus. RSVP to Brian. $20 per person. Spouses/friends, etc. are invited. Limit of 33 on bus. Have 19 so far.
- 12/15/2021 -Sandee Macht is having her annual Rotary Christmas party at her house on 12/15th – address is W8903 County Rd Q, Watertown
- Next week – election of officers for next year which begins 7/1/22:
- President – Scott T.
- President elect – Jenny
- Secretary – Jenn
- Treasurer – Dan
- Board members – Ken & Eli
- Recording secretary – we need
- Committee reports
- Moving forward with Solar/Water Project. Need letter sent for our commitment to get matching grant.
PROGRAM
Robin Kennedy, VP of Mission Advancement and Scott Haberman, Accounting Manager from Opportunities, Inc. were guests at the Rotary meeting today.
Opportunities, Inc. is a Community Rehabilitation Program based in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, with additional locations in Watertown, Janesville, and Oconomowoc.
They are celebrating their 55th Anniversary. It was established in 1966 through the grassroots vision of parents who were committed to ensuring their family members with disabilities had a place to learn, work and achieve independence.
Robin shared some Key points and focuses of Opportunities, Inc:
-Connect people and the community
-Mind for business and Heart for people
-Train, Employ, Believe
-Safe place to work and grow
-Respond to needs of the community
Did you know that Oi Cares by offering...
- Guardianship program
- Retention services
- Transportation
- Crisis care
- Oi closet open to the community with Give/Take Tuesdays
- Lunches
Did you know that Oi Connects those in need with....
- Day Services
- Independent Living Skills
- Life transitions/Retirement Programs
- Memory Care
- Outings
Did you know that Oi Works for employers and job seekers...
- Training, retention, and advancement opportunities
- School to Work transition
- Business Mentorships
Did you know that Oi Packs and can help businesses with....
- Co-packing
- Assembly & Fulfillment Centers
- Warehouse & Logistics
- Food Grade Certified
- State of the Art Equipment
Did you know that Oi Staffs and can help your business with....
- Temp to Hire
- Day Labor
- Direct placement
- Business Partnerships & Staffing Solutions
- Recruitment
Did you know that Oi Prints....
- Print and Graphic Design
- Business Cards
- Invitations
- Banners
- Envelopes & Letters
- and more
Ways that you can help give back...
Donate your gently used warm clothing and accessories of all sizes for the Oi Closet! Drop off location:
Opportunities, Inc.
200 E. Cramer Street
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
email: oicloset@oppinc.com
Phone: 920-563-2437 ext 4311
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Make a difference as a PAID Mentor!
You could be a skills trainer to provide coaching and guidance for individuals with diverse abilities to maximize their independence and engagement within the community.
Contact Ingrid Yunck-Employee Services Manager at
email: iyunck@oppinc.com
phone: 1-800-314-4567 ext. 4038
Thank you to Robin and Scott for joining us today and sharing your mission.
You can learn more about Opportunities, Inc. by visiting their website....
Meeting adjourned 1:00pm
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