Danbury and Villages Rotary for a Better Future

Danbury Leisure Centre

Spring Fayre

12:00 to 4:00 p.m.

DANBURY LEISURE CENTRE,

Main Road, Danbury, CM3 4NQ

Free entry.

Danbury & Villages Rotary will be running a Lucky Dip and a

Name the Bunny competition.

Danbury and Villages Rotary supporting The Rucksack Project.

KEEP OUR HOMELESS COMMUNITY WARM AND DRY THIS WINTER

Web :  https://www.c2bk.co.uk/

Facebook :  cooltobekindchelmsford

Email :  brian.littlechild@blueyonder.co.uk

FINANCIAL DONATIONS TO

PURCHASE CONTENTS ALSO GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED

This campaign is now coming to an end, and D&V Rotary have now donated a total of 26 rucksacks

(6 of which were very large),

additional fleeces, 9 sleeping bags,

and a large pile of sweatshirts kindly donated by S. T. Clothing Limited of South Woodham Ferrers who we thank for their generosity.

Our thanks goes again to all those who contributed so generously.

DONATIONS ARE TAKEN AT DANBURY SPORTS & LEISURE CENTRE.

On the second Friday of each month,

between 1.30pm and 3.30pm

ITEMS REQUIRED INCLUDE :

Shaving Cream, Razors.

Personal Hygiene products.

Shower Gels, Bars of soap etc

Deodorants

Sanitary products for all ages

Incontinence Pads, Bandages

Feminine Wipes, Knickers

Face Wipes, Cotton Wool / Pads

Hair Brushes, Combs

Plasters, Nail Clippers

Medical Products (In date please)

Danbury & Villages Rotary assist by transferring the items donated over to Boxers Barbers in Wickford.

We thank everyone who has kindly donated in the past and those who continue to donate .

 It costs you nothing, as a small percentage will be donated to Danbury & Villages Rotary by each retailer, of which there are several thousand.

Sign up using the link below, then search on Easyfundraising for the retailer required, click on the retailer and you will be taken to their website and a donation will be activated.

https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/support-a-good-cause/step-1/?char=374497&invite=9ewjje&referral-campaign=c2s&utm_campaign=web-referral

Once signed up, you have the option to enable Donation Reminder.

This allows you to shop as normal online without going to the easyfundraising website first.

Instead there will be a 'pop up' when a retailer is part of the scheme, which asks if you want a donation or not, which can then be accepted or rejected.

Please note, to get a donation via Amazon, the special link below requires to be used. Please add items to the basket after using the link. Any items already in the basket will not generate a donation.

https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/retailer/amazon/visit/?user_id=3036324&origin=AMALP

  What benefit is there for a charity having corporate membership to a Rotary Club?

A charity or non-profit organization can significantly benefit from Rotary corporate membership by gaining access to a structured, local, and international network of community leaders, enhancing its visibility, and facilitating employee volunteering. It provides a cost-effective way to align with a well-regarded, century-old service organization.

Here are the key benefits a charity would gain from Rotary corporate membership:

1. Increased Visibility and Brand Reputation

• Association with a Trusted Brand: Alignment with Rotary's reputation for      service can boost the charity's image as a credible, outward-looking      organization.
• Publicity and Promotion: Corporate members often receive recognition      on the local Rotary club’s website, social media, and in literature.
• Networking with Business Leaders: It opens doors to connect with other local      business leaders, which can lead to partnerships or donor opportunities.

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2. Enhanced Volunteer and Service Capacity

• Team Building Opportunities: Employees can engage in hands-on      volunteering, team building, and community projects (e.g., environmental      projects, youth competitions).
• Access to Skilled Volunteering: The network allows charities to tap into the      diverse, specialized skills of Rotarians for mentoring, pro-bono work, or      project support.
• Flexible Engagement: The model allows multiple employees (often 1      principal and up to 3 alternates) to share the membership, allowing for      flexible participation in projects and meetings without over committing.

3. Operational and Strategic Benefits

• Shared Resources and Fundraising: Charities can leverage Rotary's established      infrastructure for fundraising and community events.
• Leadership Development: Employees can access the Rotary Learning      Centre for professional development, which can be brought back into the charity.

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• Structured CSR: It provides a pre-existing framework for      corporate social responsibility (CSR) or Environmental, Social, and      Governance (ESG) plans.  

4. Direct Access to a Global Network

• International Reach: It provides access to Rotary’s global network      of 1.2 million members, which can be useful for international projects or      partnerships.
• Local Impact: It connects the charity to local,      community-focused initiatives.

Note: While many businesses use this to boost their profile, non-profits are welcome to join as corporate members, particularly to network with business leaders who can help with fundraising, board positions, or corporate partnerships.

Link to brochure

(If the link does not work, please cut and paste into browser)

https://rotarygbi.org/members/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Corporate-Membership-Booklet-Final-Digital-Interactive0.pdf

We believe in empowering women to become agents of change in their communities. Your donation can help us provide education, training, and support to women around the world.