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We are Turning the Tide on Plastic
more We signed the 'CleanSeas' pledge to Turn the Tide on Plastic at the Volvo Round the World Challenge.
We Lead the Global Campaign to Eradicate Polio
more Polio is incurable, but completely vaccine-preventable. In 1985, Rotary launched its PolioPlus program, the first initiative to tackle global polio eradication through the mass vaccination of children
Disease Prevention in Pune
more A £60,000 Rotary Foundation Global Grant between Cardiff Bay Rotary and Rotary clubs in Pune, India, led by the new, all female, Rotary Club of Pune Inspira, is addressing the challenge of safe disposal of sanitary napkins.
Microfinance - A Hand Up not a Hand Out
more We have actively supported Microfinance projects through Kiva since 2012 and our investment of US$ 3,250 has been re-lent time and again in 550 loans totalling US$14,000. In addition US$ 750 has been donated to local primary schools for the same purpose.
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Rotary Doctor Bank
more A Rotary initiative from Southern Wales which funds travel costs for volunteer doctors and other healthcare workers to treat patients and train other medical staff in the developing world.
Rotary Shelterbox
more Shelterbox was formed by Rotarians in Cornwall to provide immediate disaster relief to families who have lost everything. It provides immediate shelter and the tools to survive and restore dignity while people rebuild their lives.
Fishing Boats for the Philippines
more We have a £3,500 stake in this District wide project, together with 20 other clubs, to re-equip the Anilao community in the Philippines with 50 motorised fishing vessels.
Jaipur Limb Project in Bangalore
more This is the MS Ramaiah Medical Teaching Hospital where our Jaipur Limb project was undertaken to fit 948 new limbs and improve the quality of life for the donees and their families.
International Peace Project
more We have reserved funds for an International Peace Project to coincide with the Rotary International President's Peace Conference in February 2018
Rotary Shoebox Scheme
more The gift of a shoebox that contains toys, toiletries, educational items or household goods is a drop of happiness to the people of Eastern Europe who live in a world of poverty. For many, it will be the first present that they have ever received.