Monthly Archives: December 2025

10 Hints on How to Strengthen Rotary Clubs

Sakuji Tanaka was the President of Rotary International in 2012-13. In addition to his Rotary Service, he served as the Chairman of the Daika Company and President of the National Household Papers Distribution Association of Japan. When Tanaka was President-Elect, he published “100 Hints on How to Strengthen Rotary Clubs.” Here, I offer ten of those hints. […]

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Meeting Notes for December 17, 2025: Carol Freedman-Doan – Refugee Resettlement

President Dawn  called Ann Arbor Rotary’s final 2025 meeting  to order at 12:25 p.m. 78 members were in attendance in the Anderson Room, along with 11 guests. 11 members attended the meeting via Zoom. Shelly McMillan shared inspirational quotes about the new year, including messages from Oprah Winfrey, JP Morgan, TS. Elliott, and Alfred Lloyd […]

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The New Tax Law and Charitable Giving: What You Need to Know

The “One Big Beautiful Bill” (H.R. 1)  introduced significant changes to the U.S. tax code, and these reforms affect both individual and corporate giving incentives. Understanding these changes is crucial for donors looking to maximize their impact and for non-profits seeking to adapt their fundraising strategies. We’ll explore the key provisions, their projected effects, and […]

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SAVE THE PLANET; SAVE MONEY

Hey ROTARIANS: When you are ready to change out your kitchen stove, hot water heater or HVAC systems, or improve your home insulation, you can go Green AND save money. There is no longer a “Green Premium” for climate conscious actions, but market prices are coming down anyway. AND there are also rebates available locally. […]

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