The Rotary Flame
A Rotary “flame” was launched in Chennai, India, in December, 2014 to commemorate India becoming polio-free and to promote the need to go the last mile in the battle to eradicate this horrible crippling disease. The torch has made its way through Rotary countries, and passed through all three polio endemic countries – Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Nigeria – before arriving at the 2015 Rotary Convention in São Paulo.
Just like an Olympic torch relay, this flame shines light on the great humanitarian service Rotary has done by taking on the challenge to eradicate polio. It is inspiring to be part of the flame’s journey as it comes to the Rotary e-Club of Houston’s “Party to End Polio.” Come to our celebration on November 21st and As an feel the energy the “flame” has to focus our efforts on polio awareness.
Come to the “Party to End Polio” on November 21st and get your photo taken with “the flame” while bringing pledges to help eradicate polio. To learn more about how to help our efforts see: http://www.endpolio.org/take-action
Remember, for as little as US60 cents, a child can be vaccinated against polio for life. Your donation now works even harder. From 2013 to 2018, every US dollar Rotary commits to polio eradication will become three dollars, thanks to a 2-to-1 match from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Register for the “Party to End Polio” at www.rotaryeclubhouston.org.
Send your pledges to PDG Ed Charlesworth at charlesworth@stresscontrol.com