As of press time, our program for the August 13th meeting will be another "EC Surprise".  If we get a speaker scheduled later, you will be notified via e-mail.

     Our presenters for the August 20th meeting will be our own Maliha Khan and Faten Abdallah, Co-Founders and Co-CEO's of the Institute of Languages, Mathematics and Sciences (ILMS), which was founded in 2019.  ILMS is a Rockford based tutoring and educational enrichment center dedicated to helping students of all ages through personalized instruction. Together, Maliha and Faten have built around the belief that education transforms lives by fostering confidence, critical thinking, and lifelong learning.

     Maliha holds Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Genetics with graduate studies in Biochemistry. She has taught Honors Chemistry and Biology for many years and is recognized for inspiring students to persevere, think critically, and achieve their full potential. A fun fact-Maliha just got back from Japan and visited a Rotary chapter.

     Faten holds a Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science with graduate studies in Foundations of Education. An experienced educator and former college instructor, she emphasizes dialogue, problem-based learning, and helping students connect local experiences with a global perspective. A fun fact for Faten-she was named in the Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce's inaugural 40 Over 40 honorees.

     As members of the Rockford community and Rotary, Maliha and Faten exemplify Rotary's commitment to Service Above Self through their dedication to education, youth development, and strengthening our community. Today they will share the importance of education and the impact it can have on individuals, families, and the future of Rockford. Maliha will also share her experience visiting Japan’s Rotary as a guest.

     This will be an interesting and "educational" program and one you will want to bring a guest or prospective member to join us in person at Memorial Hall or via Zoom.  Elise Cadigan will introduce our presenters and act as Rotary Host. 

     Each year Rockford University presents an Outstanding Young Alumni Award which is "given to an alum who graduated within the last 15 years and has brought honor to Rockford University through purposeful endeavors, community service, or professional achievement".

     Rotary Direct is Rotary's recurring giving program.  It is an easy way to give to the Rotary Foundation either monthly, quarterly, or annually.

     Below you will find a file with all the information you will need to give on a recurring basis.

 

     Tom Huber has resigned from Rockford Rotary which leaves a vacancy on the Board of Directors.  We need to fill the remainder of Tom's position (thru 6/30/27) and are looking for a current member to fill this director's position.
     We have two candidates for the open director position so far, but we will always welcome more candidates.  The board will be voting at the August 18th Board meeting.  If you would like to be considered to be on the Board, please contact President Paul (815-222-6748 or pvondriska@bergstrominc.com) or Jim Coffey (815-222-9168 or jimc6659@aol.com) before August 17th so we prepare the ballots.
 
Jim Coffey, Secretary

     Rockford Rotary will be helping out at the Northern Illinois Food Bank at the following time:

 

     If you have any questions, contact Mary Maxted - marymaxted1@gmail.com or 815-985-5538

     Starting July 9, 2026, Rockford Rotary will be having weekly meetings each Thursday at noon.  We will be meeting in the main auditorium unless there is a conflict.