



Rich Burns, District Governor 5610

A message from Pat Sutliff: | |
![]() | I am excited to announce the Rotary 2023-24 annual District 5610 Four Way Test Essay Contest. This contest is a great way to spread our Rotary ideals within our communities. The contest involves 6th graders who are asked to write a 200 to 500 word essay on "How can I apply the Rotary Four-Way Test to my life?" You will be amazed and excited at the perspective 6th graders have on our Four-Way Test. You need to find a 6th grade teacher or group of teachers who are willing to participate in this great project. I have found that it is usually easier to approach teachers rather than the administrators as they have so many other issues on their minds. |
Carmen Hansen of the Rushmore Rotary Club was presented the “Roger Kozak Service Above Self Award” at the 2023 District Conference in Yankton. Started in 2016, the Kozak award is the top honor given to a Rotarian in District 5610 and is given in recognition of exceptional service to Rotarians in Rotary District 5610.
In making the presentation, John Schneider, Immediate Past District Governor, noted that, “this year’s recipient, like most of those who have been honored in the past, probably doesn’t think they deserve this award. This person believes in ‘Service Above Self’ and is a living, walking, breathing example of it.”
Hansen was recognized for her service both in the community and in Rotary District 5610.


Ashok Kumar | Rapid City | 2022-23 |
John Badgley | Mobridge | 2022-23 |
Ron Gates | Mitchell | 2022-23 |
Jody Olson | Canby | 2022-23 |
Joe Stedronsky | Wagner | 2022-23 |
Ernie Bures | Tyndall | 2022-23 |
Daniel Heinemann | Canton | 2022-23 |
Gregg Gropel | Luverne | 2022-23 |
Dan Cox | Sioux City | 2022-23 |
“Create Hope in the World” is staying the course and continuing our support of past District goals set for youth initiatives, membership growth (so everyone feels included), and increasing our Foundation capacity. Tack on Rotary International’s continuing initiatives for Ending Polio,
Empowering Women and Girls, and Ending Human Trafficking, it becomes pretty obvious we need to become not just a District with Clubs but a Village!
- Read this Guide for Prospective Rotary Fellowships.
- Find others interested in the topic:
- Join a discussion group or start a new one. It's a great way to share your interest with other members.
- Use Rotary’s presence on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn to promote your idea.
- Attend the Rotary International Convention or other Rotary events.
- Reach out to district leadership in other countries to build membership.
- Apply for official recognition using this online form.
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