The most popular Purple4Polio activity is the planting of purple crocus corms, and in 2018, around 2.5 million were planted and more are planted each year! If you see a display of purple crocuses in public areas in your community there is a good chance they were planted by a local Rotary Club.
Why do we do this? To raise awareness of the Polio Plus programme which has almost eradicated polio worldwide. Children under 5 are vaccinated and their little finger nail is painted purple to show they have been vaccicnated. Rotarians have the opporunity to volunteer to help with this programme and a visit to India, and to understand the chanllenges this programme has overcome, is an unforgettable experience for everyone who participates.
back When help and support is needed in our communities, Rotarians are quick to volunteer.
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Welcome to The Rotary Club of Ilminster. We welcome visitors so please do contact us to find out more about the many varied things that we do to support our local community.
moreOrganises a variety of youth competitions and also supports a local young person to attend the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards each year.
moreNew Members to the Rotary Club of Ilminster are always welcome.
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