Home Page | Rotary Club of New York

STORIES

REPORT: June 4th Zoom Meeting

The Bonding Power of Social Distancing
Our June 4th speaker was Wendy L. Patrick JD, PhD, a career trial attorney and commentator on behavioral issues for several major news outlets. Wendy spoke about how while social distancing has brought people closer together virtually, and potential challenges post-COVID 19 to reintegrate society in a humane way.

full report inside.

PRESS: AM New York

RCNY & FSCLI at Elmhurst
AM New York featured RC New York and Foundation for Sustainable Community Development Initiative Inc. in a recent story about our mutual support of Elmhurst Elmhurst hospital regarded as one of the most adversely impacted in the fight against COVID-19.

story inside.

ONLINE: Wkly Meeting Jun 11 - Zoom

A Military Point of View
Major Christopher B. Cordova will be our guest. His miltary background includes extensive deployments along with many leadership and medical courses while his civilian education includes a BS from Univ. of Nebraska, an MS from Univ. of Nebraska Med. Center, and a Doctorate of Science from Baylor Univ.

more info & links to join the meeting inside.

CONDOLENCES: Pres. Frank Devlyn

Past Rotary International President
tt is with great sadness that we have to announce the passing our Past Rotary International President Frank Devlyn. Frank was a dear friend of our club and visited often over the years.

more info inside.

APPRECIATION: FSCDI and RCNY

Appreciation for Essential Health Workers
United by our common mission of building a better community and humanity, Foundation for Sustainable Community Development Initiative Inc. and the Rotary Club of New York joined hands on May 15th for a "Thank You" to front-line staff at Elmhurst hospital regarded as one of the most adversely impacted in the fight against COVID-19 pandemic.

full story inside.

REPORT: May 14th - Zoom Meeting

Parasitology vs COVID-19
Featured at this meeting was Dr. Andrea Crisanti, professor of molecular parasitology at Imperial College London who shared insights from his work and fields of interest.

report inside.

REPORT: May 7th Zoom Meeting

Posted by Andreas Runggatscher

Outlook Ahead
RCNY's May 7 virtual luncheon included Dr. Marya Ghazipura and Dr. Tanzib Hossain, currently both members of New York City’s COVID-19 Scientific Advisory Council to advise Mayor DeBlasio.

full report inside.

SUCCESS: The Day Has Arrived!

Farms to Food Banks
RCNY shares in the joy shared by one of it’s partner charities, Farms to Food Banks. We’ve received a message from FFB’s John Botti: “Yesterday was the day we've been waiting for! Our first truckload of food has arrived and we can begin distributing to Bronx communiies A.S.A.P."

more info & photos inside.

HIGHLIGHT: Member Bolor Tumurchudur

Honoring A Member
RCNY honors member Bolor Tumurchudur, formerly VP of Rotary Club of Ulaanbaatar , and participant and strong supporter of #InMyScrubs.

bio inside.

HIGHLIGHT: Dr. George Onourah

An Honored Member
We're offering a short highlight here of our respected member Dr. George Onourah who is quite active in support of Elmhurst Hospital Queens during the current crisis among other good works. We asked him to provide a bit about himself.

story inside.

COLLABORATION: Two Hard Hit Clubs

Collaboration with Rotary Bergamo
On March 26th 2020 the first virtual Interclub was held between RCNY and the Rotary Club Bergamo Hospital 1 GXXIII. It was a spontaneously born collaboration due to the closeness of intent and feelings between the Clubs, as they are both serving in two of the cities most affected by COVID-19.

more info & links inside.

INSIGHT: Elmhurst Hospital Queens

Health Care Struggles
We've received valuable information from our respected member Dr. George Onourah regarding Elmhurst Hospital Queens. After suffering 13 COVID-19 deaths in a 24-hour span last week, Elmhurst Hospital has become the epicenter of the growing novel coronavirus outbreak in New York City. we may have them represented at our Zoom meeting on April 9th.

more info & photos inside.

CANCELLATIONS: Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Rotary Events Cancelled Amid Coronavirus Threat
As a result of the ongoing and developing Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, the RCNY Board has decided to cancel all upcoming Rotary Club Events until further notice. The safety and well-being of our event attendees, members and guests is our top priority.
We are re-evaluating the situation as we go forward and meanwhile are holding online meetings to maintain our connections.

FUNDRAISING: Support NY Healthcare Workers

Help Those Who Are Helping Us!
As we are dealing with the hardest pandemic that ever hit NYC we are well aware of the need our Health Care workers have right now. As this very need is further defined we as the Rotary Club of New York and its Foundation hope to raise funds to purchase supplies for the workers at the frontline of the COVID-19 virus. Thanks for your help and generosity! (CLICK HERE)

ADDRESS: Helen Reisler Speaks

"Future We Want" Model UN Conference
Accepting an invitation from the Italian Diplomatic Academy, to speak to 1700 high school participants from 137 countries, on Feb 21,2020, during a "Future We Want" Model UN Conference, Helen's topic was "Women and Leadership."

more & a photo inside.

APPEARING: Audrey Joy

Sharing Happiness & Joy
RCNY's beloved pianist, Audrey Joy, has now begun appearing in weekly gigs at our favorite Tudor City Steakhouse. Audrey will be performing and taking requests every Monday from 6:30 to 9pm.

more about Audrey & locations/details inside.

RECOGNITION: For Childhood Cancer Society

Our Efforts Receive Notice
Childhood Cancer Society, an RCNY supported charity, has received some superior recognition in the just-published online blog of Give Kids The World, Give Kids the World Village offers children with critical illnesses and their families weeklong, cost-free vacations in Central Florida.

more about Give Kids the World and links to the blog inside..

HEADLINES: Childhood Cancer

Disney Trip Draws Attention
One of RCNY Foundation's beneficiaries, Childhood Cancer Society, has made the News. Thomas Head's recent guided trip of 5 families to Disneyworld, will boost sales of his book, 'Adventure Ted: Night at the Enchanted Theme Park.' and enable more pediatric cancer sufferers to explore.

news story inside.

GIFTS: A Great Day

Santa Visits Fraternitê
Our legendary Rotary Club, in partnership with the other Manhattan Rotary clubs, made it possible for Santa to have his wonderful annual visit in East Harlem. Over 2,000 toys were handed out last Thursday at Fraterntiê Notre Dame's’ Mary House.

more about the day inside.

SUPPORT: Childhood Cancer Society

Posted by Thomas Head

The Adventure Ted Project
Here's a letter from Thomas Head letting us know that his book, Adventure Ted: Night At The Enchanted Theme Park, is now available for purchase. You can help the Children by giving lots of his book for Christmas!

more about the project & where to buy inside.

NOMINATIONS: for 2020 - 2021

RCNY 2020-21 Board & Officer Nominations
This year’s nominating committee for the board of officers and directors affirms the enclosed slate for 2020-2021

continue inside

CELEBRATIONS: Ronald Mc Donald & Fraternitê

RCNY Gives
On Dec 4 RCNY, represented by President Larry Cohen was proud to present a check from our New York Rotary Foundation at the Ronald McDonald House’s 40th anniversary Holiday Open House Celebration. A second part of the evening brought President Larry and Andreas to the Toy Drive Event for Fraternitê Notre Dame's Toy Giving in Spanish Harlem.

more about the events & photos inside.

DONATION: Fraternities Notre Dame

Providers of Much-Needed Services
Our Foundation Chairman, Jim Thompson, on behalf of the members of the legendary Rotary Club of New York, presented a much-needed donation to the Sisters of Fraternities Notre Dame. These French Nuns nourish (physically, as well as spiritually) the hungry of our beloved city.

more about the Sisters inside.

HISTORY: RCNY Yearbook 2017-18

Newly Available
The Rotary Club of New York is proud of the good work that its members Alexander Litvinov and PP Jasmin Cowin have completed with the yearbook for 2017-2018. The yearbook is available to those who make a donation to the New York Rotary Foundation in the amount of at least $100. It is also available in digital version for a donation of $50.

details & purchase info inside

------Facebook & Rotaract Links----



	Come see what's current and exciting at RCNY on our Facebook page!		Rotaract Club of NY at the United Nations has a busy schedule. Check them out

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact Andreas Runggatscher at executivedirector@nyrotary.org

Visiting Rotarians & Guests

Our regular meeting schedule is currently being replaced by online meetings via Zoom - view the homepage or visit our calendar to join us.

Wkly Mtg: Jun 11 - Canceled
Jun 11, 2020
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Zoom Meeting - Jun 11
Zoom

Jun 11, 2020
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
International Bkfst: Jun 17 - Canceled
Jun 17, 2020
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Wkly Mtg: Jun 25 - Canceled
Jun 25, 2020
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Make a Donation
New York Rotary Foundation

Andreas Runggatscher
Rotary Club of New York
at the Union League Club
38 East 37th St., Box 58
New York, NY 10016
Tel. 212.633.1311
Fax. 212 633.1954
executivedirector@nyrotary.org