This week we welcomed Bob Silva from the Chula Vista Noon Rotary Club who shared pictures and trivial facts about the history of commercial aviation in both San Diego and the United States. Complete with many old pictures, and facts unknown to many in attendance, Bob educated us on the creation of aviation in our area and how it has grown to today's expanding of San Diego International. Bob spent over 30 years in the airport industry. His programs and work has been recognized nationally by the Airport Council International for North American and the Airport Minority Advisory Council. Thank you Bob for a very informative and entertaining program!
It's a wrap! Congratulations to Faber 66, winning team at our Trivia Night 2024! Thank you to all the participating teams and volunteers who made this our 13th successful team trivia challenge! We raised money for Polio Plus and in addition, will be selecting some local charities to support.
District Governor Don Fipps was at our meeting on Thursday morning to present a certificate from Polio Plus for our donation last year of $1570. He also presented a banner from The Rotary Foundation for our donations to the Annual Fund, which funds our district grants. If you have questions about how to donate, please see Foundation Chair Mike Bell.
This week we welcomed Beto Gurmilan from The Gurmilan Foundation. In 1994, Beto became a quadriplegic (paralyzed from the chest down) when surfing in Mexico. Years later, Beto is an active community member and the founder of his foundation which provides grants and scholarships to individuals with disabilities. He continues to inspire others on meetings their goals and dreams and turning opportunities into possibilities. For more information please visit www.gurmilanfoundation.org.
This morning we learned about the Fisher House Program from General Manager Tiana Babcock! There are houses across the United States offering support services to to military members and their families.
This morning we collected 29 Thanksgiving Meal Bags for families in need within our community which will be distributed by the Chula Vista Community Collaborative! Each bag includes the ingredients for a traditional Thanksgiving meal and two gifts cards totaling $50. Thanks to all the members who participated!
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