Mineral Wells Rotarians are joining Rotarians worldwide to help the victims of Russia’s attack on the Ukrainian people by sponsoring locally Rotary International’s disaster relief fund drive.
Rotarians are purchasing yard signs that contain a QR code that, when scanned using your smart device’s camera, will take you to the Rotary International webpage where you can make a contribution to the fund through April 30. If you wish, you can make the donation in someone’s honor or memory. Shown holding one of the signs are club President Karyn Bullock, left, and club Community Service Chair Connie Ball.
The direct donation link is https://my.rotary.org/en/disaster-response-fund. The donation link can also be found on Rotary Club of Mineral Wells' homepage at https://mineralwellsrotary.org/.
Thanks to the generosity of Rotary members and others, as of March 18, the fund has received more than $3.2 million in contributions. These funds are being distributed to Rotary districts that apply for Disaster Response grants and will be used to provide relief to refugees or other victims of the crisis, including items such as water, food, shelter, medicine and clothing.
Anyone who would like to purchase a yard sign for $5 each can call or text club President Karyn Bullock at 940-452-1602.
According to Rotary International, “More than 2 million people have fled Ukraine and are in dire need of emergency aid. The United Nations estimates that number could grow to as many as 5 million people displaced. Rotary clubs in Europe and around the world have stepped up their relief work, some working on the ground to help displaced families.
“We will continue to monitor the situation in Ukraine and neighboring countries. Visit My Rotary and follow Rotary on social media to stay updated on how clubs can get involved and what actions Rotary members have taken and the impact it has had for people in the region.”
Rotarians worldwide stand with the people of Ukraine.