1. Rotary Club Fort Worth South What are members are saying about why they are involved in Rotary

2. What our members say Because I love Fort Worth so much, I wanted to be a part of a civic organization to ‘give back’ how and where I can. Also, a wonderful surprise was the talk about polio and how collectively and internationally one organization can do so much. I am also learning about Fort Worth (The Kimbell) and subjects (citizen’s organization) I would never had the opportunity to hear. Jean Davis Rotarian since 2008 Classification: Tax Preparation

3. Opportunities for Service Having the opportunity to participate in something that goes on after my lifetime, in essence leaving the world a little better than it was before me. The opportunity to go to Venice and meet the Rotarians there at 7:00 PM on Tuesday at the same time that our club was meeting in Fort Worth, seated next to a Count whose family had owned a villa on the Grand Canal for over 300 years- they too would like to see the end of polio. Robert Carter Rotarian since 1981 Classification: Real Estate Law

4. In People’s Lives I am involved in Rotary because I think Rotary makes a difference in people’s lives, both at home and around the world. Rotary allows me to form friendships with like- minded people whom otherwise I probably would never meet or get to know. Larry Foxworth Past President Rotarian since 1981 Classification: Architect

5. Incredible People I’m involved because of the incredible people and the chance to be involved with community projects that make a difference. Fran McCarthy Past President Rotarian since 1995 Classification: Real Estate Development

6. Friends I enjoy coming to Rotary for my weekly visit with old friends and catch up on what is going on in the World. At my age I do not have many activities. Ken Wilson Rotarian since 1980 Classification: Clinic Administration

7. Joining Forces Jeri Champine Rotarian since 2006 Classification: Interior Designer I joined Rotary because community service is important to me, and the club provides the flexibility to contribute to a number of different service projects in a variety of ways. As members of Rotary, we join forces to strengthen our giving power, and extend our reach into the world community. It's a joy sharing the fellowship of others who, regardless of background, politics, or religion, share these same values.

8. A Change David Grant Rotarian since 1961 Classification: Medicine/Plastic Surgery I JOINED ORIGINALLY TO DIVERSIFY MY CONTACTS....I HAD LIVED IN A MEDICALCOMMUNITY ATMOSPHERE FOR SOME SIX YEARS WITH RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORS WHO WERE ANATOMY PROFESSORS, HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATORS, SURGICAL RESIDENTS, PEDIATRICS PROFESSORS, NURSES, MEDICAL INSTRUCTORS, STUDENTS, ETC. I NEEDED A CHANGE! NOW, AND FOR MANY YEARS, IT IS "SERVICE ABOVE SELF".

9. Making a Difference I am involved in Rotary for the fellowship, the friendships made in our club and others, the ability to go nearly anywhere in the world, attend meetings and are always welcome and lastly, but most important the ability to make a difference in the World through various projects such as Polio Plus. Michael Peck Rotarian since 1984 Classification: Manufacturer of Wholesale Products Aerospace

10. Improving the World It offers a chance to help make the world a better place, while making friends with people who care about their community and the world. Chuck Kurtzman Past Dist. Governor Rotarian since 1984 Classification: Computer Systems

11. Stay Tuned Great way to stay tuned to and contribute to the betterment of our community and to the world in general. Will Stallworth Past President Rotarian since 1988 Classification: Senior Active- Facility Manager

12. Every Minute I am in Rotary because I saw first hand the great works that it does internationally, nationally, and locally. Joe Serrano asked me to join 9 years ago, and I have loved every minute of my involvement. Carrie Harrington President Rotarian since 2001 Classification: Education-Foreign Language

13. Ideal of Service I was sponsored to join club by an individual who thought my belonging would expose me to a greater community of businessmen. This reasoning is still true today as by making up around the City, one comes in contact with business and professional men and women who accepted the ideal of service as a way to achieve success in personal, business and community life…A great way to train community leaders. J.R. Kimball Past President Rotarian since 1969 Classification: Appraisal Service- Senior Active

14. Rotarians, not just members I went from being a member of Rotary to being a Rotarian when Grant Begley asked me to help host a Group Study Exchange Team from Great Britain in 1988 for a week. It happened to be the first all female GSE team, and the worst time of year for me. Since then, I’ve helped with GSE Teams from India, Denmark, South Africa & South Korea. In 1986 Charlie Nichols asked me, a new member of FWS, to chair the Social Committee and plan an outdoor party at his house among other events. By them asking and me saying yes I developed great friendships and provided service to Rotary. I have found some outstanding mentors, idols and friends among the Rotarians I have met in our club. Gene Wilson Past President Rotarian since 1975 Classification: Accounting Services

15. Life savers Working with Police and Fire awards that benefit the FWFD paramedics as they have saved my life on one occasion. Working with Chuck Kurtzman on cleaning up the blood supply. Chuck's work with Carter Bloodcare helped keep me alive at Harris Hospital in 2006, during pancreatic cancer surgery. Robert Carter Rotarian since 1981 Classification: Real Estate Law

16. Active Programs To me Rotary means active programs dedicated to support the local community through the local foundation, and international programs through the Rotary Foundation and other group functions. Rotary membership means more than just raising money to support the greater community; it means direct involvement in managing programs as well as participating in the work of the programs. Ed Isper Rotarian since 1978 Classification: Consultant-Market Research

17. Serve Others I am a member for fellowship and most importantly, a great weekly reminder to serve others! Susie Faires Rotarian since 2006 Classification: Office Administration

18. Focus on Service I'm involved in a number of business- oriented groups locally and nationally, many of which also have programs that support community efforts. However, I wanted to be involved in a group where the primary focus was service rather than ‘What's in it for me?’ I believe Rotary is the finest example of such an organization and I'm proud to be a Rotarian. Mike Coffey Rotarian since 2006 Classification: Business Investigations

19. The Food I like the food. (OK, OK. Rotary combines fellowship with community service.) Scott Sullivan Past President Rotarian since 2000 Classification: Education Administration

20. Rotary Club of Fort Worth South www.rcfws.org www.rcfws.org Contact our president or any officer through our Web site Meetings: Tuesdays Noon Colonial Country Club 3735 Country Club Cir. Fort Worth, TX 76109-1035