Part 1: Bob Shogren, member of the Rotary Club of Sturgeon Bay Breakfast, mentor to the club's Interact club, and champion/guide to clubs across the District seeking to start or energize Interact clubs reviews his background as an educator and involvement with Interact. We then talk with Bob about:

• Interact clubs - what they are and how they impacts students and clubs
• How a club can get Interact clubs going in their community
• Tips for working with students to grow and support clubs over time
• Bob's philosophy for working with students

Part 2: We learn more about Bob's life and Rotary journey.

Resource Links

Useful info from the Sevastopol High School Interact Club that Bob mentors

• Sevastopol - Organizational Meeting Agenda
• Sevastopol Constitution
• Sevastopol Bylaws
• Member Agreements

Relevant links from Rotary International

• Interact Club Constitution
• Interact recommended Bylaws
• Interact Guide for Club Sponsors and Advisors

If your club would like guidance or would just like to be connected with other clubs in District 6220 that are working to establish or enliven their Interact clubs, you can reach Bob Shogren at bobshogren1960@gmail.com.

Part 1: Roger talks about how he became District Governor, the role of the DG, and his experience serving the District. He also talks about opportunities for members and clubs to engage with Tribal Nations in our district in an effort to promote goodwill and understanding. Roger's passion for Rotary and the opportunities Rotary membership and leadership provide for us to make an impact is inspiring.

Part 2: We learn more about Roger's life, career, and Rotary journey.

Resource Links

• Rotary's Seven Areas of Focus
• Wisconsin First Nations Education Resources
• Michigan Indigenous Education Resources
• Native American Education and Tourism - Wisconsin
• Native American Education and Tourism - UP of Michigan
• Land Acknowledgment Statement

Part 1: Scott Knaffla, District Finance Chair who works as a financial advisor reviews a number of giving strategies. Much of the conversation focuses on giving strategies that reduce one's tax liability, such as giving appreciated shares of stock or giving directly from your individual retirement account. Of course, members should consult their accountant or financial advisor for specific advice regarding giving strategies that are best for them.

Part 2: We learn more about Scott - his life, career, and Rotary journey.

Resource Links

• 2025 Tax Brackets and Federal Income Tax Rates | Tax Foundation
• The Rotary Foundation | Rotary International
• Ways to Give | Rotary International
• Paul Harris Society | Rotary International
• Rotary endowment | Rotary International
• Arch Klumph Society | Rotary International
• 2024 Publication 526
• Publication 590-B (2024), Distributions from Individual Retirement Arrangements (IRAs) | Internal Revenue Service