President Mary asked Rod Pender (co-chair of this year’s New Year’s Eve Gala Event) to speak to the project. Rod explained to members that this project was a major fundraiser for our club and that something of this magnitude had to take place to make up for the revenue previously generated by former programs like the Rotary Show which raised approximately $20,000 in years past. The goal for this event, Rod said, was also $20,000 that would simply go back into the community. Rod asked each member to reach out and contact possible sponsors themselves.
 
Kevin Keller, in charge of ticket sales for the event, told members that last year’s event was well attended and fun. Plus, the food and of course, beverages, were great! If members would like to go together and reserve a big table, that would be great. Kevin said that he would be in constant contact with us promoting the event and encouraging us to ask people to attend this event. As soon as you know you’ll be going, simply contact Kevin and let him know. His e-mail address is: kellerk@sandcreektelco.com
 
Mark Murray asked members to take a few minutes to come up with names of people they will invite to the event and who they could ask to be sponsor. Mark has developed an official form on which sign sponsors up.