If you have questions or concerns regarding the above proposed member(s), contact Membership Committee chair Mary Hunter at Mary.Hunter@dmgoodwill.org.
BIZTOWN VOLUNTEERING MONDAY MARCH 9TH
Capitol View 5th graders are going to BizTown on Monday, March 9th, and they require adult supervision, which is where we come in. You will need to arrive at the Junior Achievement Center (6100 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312) at 8:30am. The children will then proceed to run a fully functioning miniature economy while we observe, guide, and attempt not to destabilize their financial systems. Lunch is provided and the day concludes by 2pm, at which point the economy dissolves and everyone returns to elementary school. It’s an opportunity to shape the fiscal judgment of future citizens before they discover credit cards.
URGENT: 5-10 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR COMMUNITY NIGHT
We need your help! Des Moines Public School's Eastside Community Night is coming up on Tuesday, March 10th (5–7 PM) at East High School, 815 E. 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316.
This is a huge event for the community, including our partner school Capitol View Elementary, and they are currently short on help. We need 5–10 more volunteers to ensure the night runs smoothly for the families and kids.
Quick Info:
The Fun: Inflatables, food trucks, and a resource fair.
The Jobs: Set-up, tear down, monitoring inflatables, and assisting vendors.
Whether you can help for the whole event or just an hour for set-up/tear down, we’d love to have you. Let’s show up strong for DMAM Rotary and Capitol View!
Anupam Mittra, Community Service Chair
MEALS FROM THE HEARTLAND Please join our volunteer crew to package meals for malnourished and food-insecure children and families across Iowa, the United States, and the world.
After the event, Rotarians are headed to Bix & Co. at 111 5th St, West Des Moines, for food, drink and fellowship. Non-packagers are welcome to join in.
Thank you,
Tom Hudson
ATTENDANCE MAKEUPS ARE BACK IN ACTION
Having trouble making every Friday morning meeting? Credit for makeup will be given for attendance at committee meetings, volunteer events and all DMAM member relations events and socials. An attendance list must be submitted to Liz O'Connor, club administrator, within one week by the chair of the committee or host of the event.
UPDATING THE MEMBER DIRECTORY
Help us put a face to the name—we’re sprucing up our digital home and we need your help to make it shine. To ensure our club directory is as vibrant and connected as our members, please take a quick moment to update your profile and upload a current photo in ClubRunner.
Whether it’s a professional headshot or a favorite snap of you in "Service Above Self" mode, seeing your smiling face makes a world of difference for our new members and long-time friends alike.
Ready to update? View step-by-step instructions in the Download Files at the bottom of the Monday Memo.
DISTRICT GRANT SEMINAR SCHEDULE
For our club to qualify for a District Community Service Grant, or a Global Grant for the 2026-2027 Rotary year, at least 1 member of the club must attend a Grant Management Learning Seminar.
There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. This HYBRID seminar will be for Presidents-Elect, Presidents-Nominee, and whoever will be the main contact on any grant application. LINK HERE TO REGISTER
Grant Management Seminar - West Des Moines - HYBRID
Time: 8:30 AM is check-in with breakfast. The Seminar will be 9 AM - 12 PM.
**Please note this will be the only time Global Grants training will be offered if you want to participate.
For more information contact District 6000 Community Service Grant Chairs Gretchen Nollman and Todd Wheeler at d6000csg@gmail.com.
SAVE THESE DATES:
DMAM Rotary Member Relations Happy Hour
Always the 1st Thursday of each month from 4-6 pm.
Locations are to be announced closer to each event.
Questions reach out to Angie Weller @ 515-770-5812
Next Chapter Retirement Group Meetings
Always the second Friday of each month at 8am following the Rotary meeting.
Location: Wakonda Bar
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
CHANGE COURSE BLACK TIE GALA - April 9, 2026
This elegant evening will celebrate stories of transformation from our community and help fuel the future of our work. The goal is to raise $150,000 to expand life-changing career pathways for the individuals we serve, increasing access to sustainable employment and long-term stability.
Tickets
Individual Tickets: $150
Price increases to $200 the week of the event
Reserved tables are available through event sponsorships.
Purchase tickets and learn more at www.changecoursegala.com.
We would be honored to have you join us for this special evening!
Submitted by Jjuan Hakeem, guest of Matt Nuetzman
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS
DMAM Rotarians are welcome to submit corporate and community event information for distribution to members as part of the Monday Memo.
Keep announcements brief!
The submission deadline is the close of business each Friday and must contain only text (no pictures or graphics).
