Paul Clausen - Our Exchange Student

This week will will get a final visit from our Rotary Youth Exchange Student from Germany.

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Catch 

Speaker: Stephanie Day from the CATCH organization will update us on the valuable work CATCH is doing in the Treasure Valley.  

Catch Mission & Vision

CATCH exists because everyone needs a home. We work to create a safe, healthy, connected community by embracing Housing First best practices, empowering those without housing, building collaborative partnerships, and increasing public understanding to make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring. Our vision is to end homelessness in the Treasure Valley!

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Reverse Mortgages - how they work

A reverse mortgage is the opposite of a traditional home loan: instead of making a monthly mortgage payment, the lender pays you. You are still responsible for property taxes, homeowner's insurance, and other related costs.

Speaker: Devin Fahrner America Pacific Mortgage

With over two decades in the mortgage and consumer finance industries, Devin has worked in almost every position in the industry and enjoys the experience and challenges of virtually all aspects of mortgage and finance. Devin is also a proud Veteran of the Marine Corps and truly enjoys helping our Veterans. Devin’s business model is very simple: listen, evaluate specific needs, and tailor a loan program to the details of each unique situation. 

for more info visit https://www.apmortgage.com/devin-fahrner.

Meeting starts at noon. 

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African Safari 2025

Speaker: CJ (Carol) Huston

Past President and future Assistant Governor, CJ will be sharing her African adventure with the club

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Idaho Farm Bureau Insurance

Speaker: Ryan Zenda

On May 1, 1947, a group of Idaho farmers and ranchers founded Idaho Farm Insurance Company that later became Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company of Idaho. This company was grounded in the belief that neighbors should help neighbors. Because of this, Farm Bureau Insurance has built a customer-centered culture that has helped us grow stronger through decades of change. In 2024, the company restructured as the Farm Bureau Insurance Company of Idaho.

In our humble beginnings, we offered only auto insurance from our Pocatello office. Premiums for the first 60 days of business totaled just over $10,000. Subsequent generations of employees and agents, guided by the founders’ beliefs, built the company into what it is today: one of Idaho’s leading auto insurers, the largest writer of farm and ranch insurance in Idaho, and the largest insurance company wholly based in Idaho.

Mike Markley, District 5400's governor for 2026-2027, is inviting us all to Calgary, Alberta, for the 2025 Rotary International Convention. Until May 29, 2024, you can register for a specially discounted $475!

Here's why Mike thinks attending this convention is a great idea for our members:

Add this to your Fun & Inspirational Things To Do calendar:
June 21-25, 2025 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada: Rotary International Convention.

One of my favorite experiences in Rotary was attending an International Convention (in 2016) -- the inspiration and the energy is absolutely amazing at these things. After eight years, I am still connected with several folks I met there.

If you've already attended one of these, you know what I'm talking about.  If you're on the bubble, now is your chance to capture a good deal. And if you haven't yet given it some thought, please do. You will love it. And Calgary is pretty close to home - who knows when it will be this close again.

Right now, Rotary is running a special promotional discount. If you register and pay by May 29, 2024, 23:59 CDT, you can register for $475.

Here's the link to learn more about the event and to register:
https://convention.rotary.org/en-us/2025-rotary-convention-calgary

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Darcy Hoellwarth - Attorney at Law

Darcy's Topics will include: Recent statutes, regulations and caselaw that affect Idaho businesses

Darcy is a generalist with broad legal skills and knowledge with a special focus on technology and SaaS. She has built a career out of being a trusted executive partner with strong interpersonal skills and forethought.   Her practice is focused on in-house legal matters - business law, venture financing, HR, regulatory compliance and government relations, and other corporate matters.

Darcy is a board member for Family Advocates a local non-profit and a member of the Idaho Women's Charitable Foundation

Welcome to the New Rotary Year! - Growing Our Membership

Garry Heath - Club President

We will discuss our plans for member engagement and recruitment for the coming year.

How do we make Eagle-Garden City Rotary the most ATTRACTIVE for those who want to be involved in our community?

Wetland Peace Preserve 

Speaker- John Lodal, Rotary Club of Boise Sunrise

BUILT ON SERVICE AND COMMUNITY
Rooted in Rotary’s "Service Above Self" mission, the Wetland Peace Preserve embodies a long-standing commitment to community service, environmental stewardship, and peace advocacy. This space represents those values, ensuring its impact extends well into the future.

Where is the Wetland Peace Preserve?
Nestled along the north shore of the Boise River on Willow Lane, the Wetland Peace Preserve is an 18-acre refuge dedicated to protecting and celebrating Idaho’s high desert wetlands. A collaborative effort between the Treasure Valley Rotary Clubs, the City of Boise, and community partners, the preserve reflects a shared commitment to conservation, education, and peace.

The address is next to the Willow Lanes Athletic Complex, 4623 W Willow Lane, Boise ID 83703

For more information visit wetlandpeacepreserve.org

NO MEETING TODAY.

Mike Fischnaller's demotion party

Celebrating Mike's year.

FARE Idaho

Speaker: Tammie Halcomb, Executive Director

FARE Idaho champions the growth of our local food system by advocating for policies that support small businesses and bolster economic strength. We empower independent farmers, producers, and food/beverage enterprises to thrive, preserving Idaho's agricultural heritage and ensuring a resilient, local food system.

By integrating local stakeholders into a robust network, we drive economic growth and uphold the values that sustain our local economy and way of life. Join us in creating a prosperous future for all of Idaho’s food system communities.

FARE Idaho is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization
website: fareidaho.org
email:  hello@fareidaho.org
phone: 208-495-4284