PEACE BUILDING
KEEP READING
OPERATION POLLINATION
TAKE THE CHALLENGE!
OUR GOALS
DISTRICT 6650 CAUSES
Join our causes as we group together to make a difference in our district with all clubs participating in our (5) Focus Projects: Environment, Membership, PeaceBuilder District at 100%, Rotary Leadership Institute, and the Rotary Foundation.
November is: Rotary Foundation Month
The Rotary Foundation transforms your gifts into projects that change lives both close to home and around the world. As the charitable arm of Rotary International, we tap into a global network of Rotarians who invest their time, money, and expertise into our priorities, such as eradicating polio and promoting peace. Foundation grants empower Rotarians to approach challenges such as poverty, illiteracy, and malnutrition with sustainable solutions that leave a lasting impact.
Strong financial oversight, a stellar charity rating, and a unique funding model mean that we make the very most of your contribution. Give and become a part of Rotary’s life-changing work!
The collective leadership and expertise of our 1.2 million members helps us tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges, locally and globally. We are united by common values and vision for the future as we sharpen our focus with targeted specific causes that will reach communities most in need.
November Podcast Newsletter
Attorney Geoff Goll, Past District 6650 Governor and District Polio Chair, shares his personal and motivational testimony as to why Rotarians continue to fight to eradicate Polio. He shares the ways that you may help these efforts so that we may one day see a world were children never have to face the debilitating effects of Polio.
ANNOUNCING NEW OUTGOING CULTURE EXCHANGE WITH Portugal
Rotary Inter-country Committees (ICCs) promote relationships between two or more international districts or countries to increase the fellowship and intercultural understanding among the people of the various nations; foster stronger ties between the members, clubs, and districts from different countries; and establish networks across borders, continents, and oceans.
Two Opportunities:
April 21- April 28 2027 Lisbon region
April 28- May 3, 2027 Azores
RSVP to our Veterans Day Event held at the MAPS Air Museum.
District 6650 Fights Polio with Donuts and Beer! Thanks to all the volunteers and members who supported the district wide Purple Pinkie Donut campaign. A big shout out to another successful Pints vs. Polio at Penguin City.
Reminder: File your annual information return by 15 November
The IRS requires all Rotary districts and Rotaract clubs in the U.S., including its territories, to file an annual information return. For clubs and districts whose tax year follows the Rotary year, the next filing due date is 15 November 2026.
Read More
Does your club have an Event or important notice to share with this District? Contact the PI Team to so we can share the word within the district via the newsletter and social: PiTeam@rotarydistrict6650.org
Be sure to foll District 6650 on Social Media and share our posts.
Join us in person as we celebrate 15 years of service to the community of Oromia, Ethiopia at our 2026 Anniversary event!
District Governor Ryan Boyce and members of Boardman Rotary welcomed 2026-27 Inbound Youth Exchange students at the August orientation.
This year's Inbound students are hosted by Jackson Township, Louisville, Warren, and Wooster clubs. Application for 2027 Short-term Family-to-Family Exchange and 2027-28 Long-term Study Abroad is now open. Club youth services volunteers should spread the word to your local schools. Encourage local students to apply for Outbound exchange for an experience of a lifetime. View the latest Youth Exchange Calendar.
Global Grant GG2459786 – Terceira Island School Boat Update
We have an exciting update on Terceira Island School Boat, which teaches kids the skills and tools to restore boats with the Fortis Programme team, from Praia da Vitória, Portugal.
Rotary 6650's trip of Southern Africa
Read about the 16-day journey through southern Africa became much more than an unforgettable adventure—it became a celebration of Rotary fellowship, service, friendship, and discovery.
Pieces of Peace:
Join District 6650 as we walk together in the Nonviolence week Peace Rally. Wear your Rotary spirit gear and meet with us at 2:30pm. Our group will be lining up on East Wood St. facing WEST and Wick Ave, Youngstown, OH. Parade designations will be determined at this time. There is parking around the University and YMCA. You will not be able to enter from Wick Ave. You will have to enter from Rayen Ave. by Choffin. Cars may also park in the First Presbyterian Church lot or ar the amphitheatre.
Full List of Ohio Nonviolence Week Events
August Podcast Newsletter
In the latest District 6650 podcast, District Governor Ryan Boyce and Immediate Past District Governor Kim Weise sit down with Brian Boyce, past president of the Struthers Rotary Club, to explore a key question facing Rotary clubs today: How can we grow membership while creating a lasting impact in our communities?
Rotary Youth Exchange: A Season of New Beginnings
Summer is one of the busiest and most exciting times of the year for Rotary Youth Exchange in Rotary District 6650. As one exchange year comes to a close, another begins, bringing new opportunities for students, host families, and Rotary clubs to create lifelong connections across cultures.
This summer, we celebrated the completion of an unforgettable year for our 2025–2026 inbound students while welcoming home our outbound students after their own incredible international experiences. At the same time, preparations are underway to welcome our 2026–2027 inbound students, who will begin arriving over the next two weeks, and we wish our newest outbound student safe travels as they begin their adventure abroad. Looking ahead, applications are now open for students interested in participating in the 2027–2028 Rotary Youth Exchange program.
Rotary District 6650 - District Wide Service Project - Promoting Kindness and Peace
DG Kimberly Weiss is pleased to announce our district wide service project promoting kindness and peace. It is simple- report an act of kindness every day at the website www.usokindness.org and list Rotary District 6650 as the organization you are associated with. Post pictures or text on Facebook and tag Rotary District 6650, so the district sees all the impactful things we do every day. Let's show the country what Rotary is all about!
OPERATION POLLINATION CHALLENGE - ITEMS MUST BE TURNED IN BY MAY 8TH, 2026
Reminder to all clubs - please submit your Operation Pollination photos and your forms to District 6650 Environment Co-Chairs - Christine and Elayne! Information on Point Earning Information here
Join the Race!
What happens when local Rotary Clubs join forces? Real change happens.It’s Easy to Get Involved! We’ve formed the Heart & Sole Rotarians team to support the Soles4Souls Race4EveryKid fundraiser. As Rotarians, we believe in taking collective action to solve our communities' most pressing challenges.Every step we take and every dollar we raise helps provide brand-new shoes to children, giving them the confidence and dignity they deserve to succeed in school and in life.We know that a pair of shoes is more than just footwear—it’s a path to opportunity. Will you join us? More information here! Register here!
Rotarians - Sign Up Now - Volunteers Need to help at the Soles4Souls shoe giving event.
ROTARY ZONES 30 & 31
SUMMER LEADERSHIP SEMINARS - SECURE YOUR SEAT AND SIGN UP!
Together, we will create a customized action plan that:
- Enhances Visibility and Appeal
- Engages and Retains Members
- Leverages the Power of our Foundation
Register Now - only $70 per person. Follow this link to register and find out more information:
Operation Pollination Shares Special Offer!
All Rotarians are encouraged to visit the MyHomePark and save on their pre-order of native plants for their home garden
Give Online Now!
All Rotarians can make a difference by supporting Reading with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library!
ROTARY DISTRICT 6650 CHALLENGE
LET'S CREATE LASTING IMPACT!
Ohio’s District Governors have selected Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio as this year’s nonprofit to support. Rotarians and Rotary Clubs can support the Rotary for Reading campaign anytime between now and Saturday, March 14. The winning District and Club will be announced at the All Ohio P.E.T.s Conference, along with the total amount fundraised by Rotarians. CLICK ON IMAGE for more information.
Ohio’s District Governors have selected Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio as this year’s nonprofit to support. Rotarians and Rotary Clubs can support the Rotary for Reading campaign anytime between now and Saturday, March 14. The winning District and Club will be announced at the All Ohio P.E.T.s Conference, along with the total amount fundraised by Rotarians. CLICK ON IMAGE for more information.
Message from our Rotary District 6650 Peace Chair - Msgr. Robert Siffrin
Rotary Seeks Peace Fellow Candidates
Open to all District 6650 Clubs - Click on Image to find out more information on how to apply
District 6650 Club Presidents - Take the Challenge - 8 in 8
We are challenged to get 8 new members in 8 weeks - Why 8?
Eight new members will:
● Bring fresh energy and perspectives
● Share leadership and service responsibilities
● Expand community reach and impact
● Strengthen long-term club sustainability
Eight weeks provides a clear, focused window to build momentum and try new approaches.
Clubs that successfully add 8 new members during the challenge period will be entered into a drawing for $1,000 to host a member social event in May or June. The social event must include members bringing guests, reinforcing Rotary’s culture of invitation and fellowship.
I am forwarding all the impactful information on the challenge and the summit to help engage and impact your membership. Let's go District 6650 and engage our membership!!
DG Kimberly R. Weiss
Rotary Member Michael McGovern selected Chair of Global Polio Eradication Initiative's Oversight Board
ZONES 30 & 31 OPERATION FULL PLATE
Operation Full Plate - Clubs Encouraged to Help
Rotary Zones 30 & 31 encouraging Districts to take on hunger and make a difference in their communities with Operation Full Plate. Click on the link for more details and learn how to pull the project into your club.
CYCLONE DITWAH RESPONSE FUND
The Rotary Foundation has established a temporary Cyclone Ditwah Response Fund.
This fund will support disaster response grants in communities in Sri Lanka, where the cyclone has caused flooding and landslides, killed hundreds of people, and left many without safe places to stay, clean water, and electricity. Rotary members across the region are mobilizing to provide assistance, and your leadership can help make these efforts possible.
The Cyclone Ditwah Response Fund will accept contributions, including District Designated Funds (DDF), from now through 31 March 2026. Districts affected by the cyclone can apply for grants until 3 December 2026 or until all funds are spent. These grants can be used to supply people with necessities such as water, food, medicine, shelter, and clothing.
This fund will support disaster response grants in communities in Sri Lanka, where the cyclone has caused flooding and landslides, killed hundreds of people, and left many without safe places to stay, clean water, and electricity. Rotary members across the region are mobilizing to provide assistance, and your leadership can help make these efforts possible.
The Cyclone Ditwah Response Fund will accept contributions, including District Designated Funds (DDF), from now through 31 March 2026. Districts affected by the cyclone can apply for grants until 3 December 2026 or until all funds are spent. These grants can be used to supply people with necessities such as water, food, medicine, shelter, and clothing.
To help the communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah, you and your members can:
- Donate to the Cyclone Ditwah Response Fund
- Transfer District Designated Funds to the Cyclone Ditwah Response Fund
- Fundraise among your colleagues, friends, and family through Raise for Rotary
After 4 December 2026, any unused money in the Cyclone Ditwah Response Fund will be transferred to the Disaster Response Fund to support relief efforts for other disasters.
If you have questions about the Cyclone Ditwah Response Fund, write to disaster.responsefund@
If you have questions about the Cyclone Ditwah Response Fund, write to disaster.responsefund@
For More Information Visit: Disaster-Response
ROTARY DISTRICT 6650 PUBLIC IMAGE
Why Your Rotary Club Should Care About Public Image
Your club can benefit in many ways from a stronger public image of Rotary. Raising awareness and understanding of Rotary helps attract prospective members, instills a sense of pride among members, encourages community members to donate their time and money, and helps your club stand out from other volunteer opportunities.
Sign up at my.rotary.org for your brand center marketing kit and all the resources Rotary International has for your club to be successful!
TIME TO TAKE THE 4-WAY TEST TO SCHOOLS!
Every year we bring the 4-Way test to our local high schools to ask students to argue a topic up against this test of the things we think, do and say. Introducing the 4-Way Test to young people will help more and more people to apply its important principles to their own lives with the ultimate goal being to make the world a better place.
Click on the Rotary picture to download the package from our District 4-Way Chairs Carrie Spina and Manuel Halkias.
Nominations are open for the 2025-26 People of Action Honors: Champions of Tomorrow!
ROTARY DISTRICT 6650 - STOCK THE BOX 2025 | ShelterBox USA
Rotary International Needs Our Support in Times of Disaster
We are challenging all clubs in District 6650 to:
- Challenge clubs to sponsor at least 1 box ($1,000 each)
- Share their story - Use ShelterBox videos and survivor stories to inspire giving
- Celebrate the Impact - Recognize clubs and donors who step up - make it visible and meaningful.
BUILDING PEACE THROUGH SERVICE PROGRAM & CRUISE
On October 9th, 2025 Rotarians were invited to attend in the "Building Peace Through Service" Program & Cruise Follow-Up Informational Meeting. This is an important opportunity for all Rotarians, Rotaractors, Rotary Peace Fellows, Rotary Positive Peace Activators, Nonviolent Communication (NVC) Trainers & Practitioners, and Friends & Family.
More information is located in the "Read More". For additional information or questions, please reach out to:
Tom Carlisi, MA, Rotarian, CNVC Trainer at: info.carlisiandassociates@gmail.com
FIND OUT MORE ON HOW TO DEVELOP PEACEBUILDING IN YOUR CLUB!
09.21.2025 - International Day of Peace
Important Membership Development Updates from Rotary International
ROTARY DISTRICT 6650 - DOING GOOD IN THE WORLD!
Dear Rotarians in District 6650 -
Our PolioPlus Subcommittee Chair is announcing a monumental achievement for END POLIO NOW
Peter Apicella submitted 20% DDF to End Polio Now
Up to $14,000.00 will be matched by 50% by the Rotary Foundation's World Fund and matched 2 to 1 by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
What does that mean for our District 6650? -
Our $14,000 DDF donation turns into $63,000.00 towards END POLIO NOW.
Congratulations to Everyone!
PSA CAMPAIGNS - Rotarians Encouraged to Reach Out to Local Media & Radio Stations
Rotary Youth Exchange Update
Meet our Public Image Team!
Our team of Rotarians are here to help you at your club level. We can publish your club news from our District newsletter that is linked back to your club's homepage. If you have news to share or need help finding information on our website, please reach out to our team for assistance.
DISTRICT 6650 - CLUB NEWS - NOVEMBER 2025
The Rotary Club of Louisville recently gave out monies to the following:
$500 to Officer Steve Miller, who has a community program "Fish with a Cop" . Pictured at right (Officer Miller, Don "Scooter" Israel, and Club Grant Chair & Club President Jim Dutter.
The Community Cupboard presented $1,000 to Sally Samblanet and Karen Crislip who dedicate their time to support those in need with food & hygiene items.
Pictured at the left ( President Jim Dutter, Sally Samblanet, Karen Crislip, nad Greg Anderson, President-Elect.
Millersburg
Wednesdays at 11:45am
Warren
Wednesdays at 12:00pm
Howland Twp
Mondays at 12:00pm
Brookfield
Tuesdays at 12:00pm
Bolivar-Zoar
Thursdays at 7:30am
East Canton
Tuesdays at 7:30am
Newcomerstown
Mondays at 6:00pm
Canton South
Thursdays at 7:30am
Kinsman
Tuesdays at 7:00am
East Palestine
Mondays at 12:10pm
Canton
Fridays at 11:45am
Youngstown
Wednesdays at 12:00pm
Minerva
Fridays at 7:30am
Wooster
Mondays at 12:00pm
Hubbard
Mondays at 12:00pm
Jackson Township
Tuesdays at 11:45am
Calcutta
Thursdays at 7:30am
New Philadelphia
Tuesdays at 12:00pm
Steubenville
Wednesdays at 12:00pm
Perry Twp
Wednesdays at 11:45am
Lake Township
Wednesdays at 12:00pm
Dalton
Mondays at 11:45am
Millersburg
Wednesdays at 11:45am
Warren
Wednesdays at 12:00pm
Howland Twp
Mondays at 12:00pm
Brookfield
Tuesdays at 12:00pm
Bolivar-Zoar
Thursdays at 7:30am
East Canton
Tuesdays at 7:30am
Newcomerstown
Mondays at 6:00pm
Canton South
Thursdays at 7:30am
Kinsman
Tuesdays at 7:00am
East Palestine
Mondays at 12:10pm
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District Interact Conference
Salem Community CenterNov. 07, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. -
Veterans Day Celebration: District 6650
MAPS MuseumNov. 11, 2026
5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. -
Rotary Youth Leadership Assembly (RYLA)
Courtyard MarriottJan. 29, 2027 – Jan. 31, 2027
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Silent Film Fundraiser
Stambaugh AuditoriumMar. 26, 2027
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All Ohio District Conference
HiltonApr. 29, 2027 – May 02, 2027
Learn how Rotary clubs are taking action in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Wales, India, and Indonesia.
A weekend in the Wisconsin woods sparks new perspectives on leadership for dozens of high school students in District 6250.
For years, polio pioneer Dorothy Horstmann stood in the shadow of great men like Jonas Salk and Albert Sabin. Now she’s ready for her close-up.
The Rotary Club of Barcelona-Diagonal is focused on building bridges between generations.
Members of the International PolioPlus Committee seek to counter false narratives
Rotary and its PolioPlus partners are delivering much more than vaccines
Grandparents for Vaccines share their stories so that today’s children need not suffer the diseases of the past