Who was Paul Harris and how was he involved with Rotary?
The world's first service club, the Rotary Club of Chicago, was formed on February 23rd 1905 by Paul P. Harris, an attorney who wished to capture in a professional club the same friendly spirit he had felt in the small towns of his youth.
In 1917, RI President Arch C. Klumph proposed that an endowment be set up "for the purpose of doing good in the world." In 1928, when the endowment fund had grown to more than US$5,000, it was renamed The Rotary Foundation, and it became a distinct entity within Rotary International.
The Paul Harris Fellows programme was established in 1957 to express the Foundation's appreciation for contributions to what was then its only programme - International Scholarships.
Paul Harris Fellows are awarded to people for their humanitarian contributions which help to improve the lives of others in communities both at home and abroad. A company or organisation can also be recognised with a Paul Harris Fellow.
Historic - The Rotary Club of Troon holds a Paul P. Harris Award
In 1964/5 an exceptional project known as the Craft Apprenticeship Award Scheme was organised by the Rotary Club of Troon. Applications were invited from persons entering their 5th year of their apprenticeship in 1964, for a short study tour to the Continent or any suitable area in Great Britain.
In recognition of the organisation of this outstanding scheme, the Club was granted the Paul P. Harris award, one of three such awards in the Rotary World at that time, the other two being in Japan and America.
The Paul P. Harris Award was presented to R.I.R. Bill Lantham of Ayr at the Rotary Conference in Denver, Colorado who subsequently handed it over to the Troon Club in 1966.
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John gave the Club Members a very interesting and illuminating talk on " Fairlie's Secret War". This was based on the secret anti u boat technologies that were devised and tested at a secret base in Fairlie.
morePresentation of £200 to the 6th Troon Brownies. In the picture are Rotarian Robert Young, Brownie Leader Fiona Knight, Rotarian Sue Silcock, Rotarian President Mike Schirwing and two Brownies.
more28th Ayrshire Scout group receiving a TRCS cheque from President Jyl Cunningham to assist them with their plans to attend the International Scout Camp in Switzerland. They also received a cheque to assist in the purchase of the Scout building.
morePresident Jyl Cunningham and President Elect Derek Porter presenting a TRCS cheque to the Juniors of the Troon Tennis Club. The £200 cheque will pay for 3 teams to enter local competitions.
morePresident Jyl Ashton Cunningham presenting a TRCS cheque the 28th Ayrshire Scout Troup with their plans to attend an International Scout Camp in Switzerland. In addition we presented them with a cheque towards their fund to purchase the Scout Building whi
moreThe Rotary Club of Troon celebrated a 'Taste of Burns' in the South Beach Hotel. Pictured is Rotarian George Watson delivering the Address to the Haggis, assisted by Rotarian and Chef Robert Young.
moreWe were delighted to support the 28th Ayrshire Scout Troup with their plans to attend an International Scout Camp in Switzerland. In addition we presented them with a cheque towards their fund to purchase the Scout Building which is currently leased from
morePresident Jyl Cunningham presenting a Paul Harris Foundation award to Rotarian Fiona Bain in recognition of her selfless dedication and hard work for Rotary.
moreEach month the club donates 200 pounds to an applicant from TROON, LOANS or DUNDONALD. We raise funds and allocate money to be paid out at 200 pounds a month.
moreFor every dollar Rotary raises the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation will add two dollars more. Donate today http://www.ribi.org/what-we-do/RIBI-projects/polio-eradication/how-to-donate
moreOur aim is to enjoy friendship, networking and to plan projects that will benefit the lives of others.
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morePresident Stuart presented a new trophy to Troon Art Club. The trophy, depicting a crashing wave on a plinth, was sculpted by Richie Cameron. President of Troon Art Club, Clair Dorris, accepted the trophy. She was accompanied by member Bill McKinlay.
moreDonation of £1574 from Troon Rotary
moreWe have contact with many clubs around the world and we participate in International projects and help young people from Troon travel and experience different ways of living.
moreTroon Rotarians and guests gathered at the Piersland Hotel to enjoy their twice postponed streamlined Burns Supper 2022.
moreCafe 141 are providing Christmas meals for those in need. Troon Rotarians donated the £200 monthly award and will deliver meals on Christmas Eve.
moreThank you to all who donated to our toiletries and cosmetics collection this Autumn. These seventy gifts will be donated to Women's Aid in Ayrshire where they will add a little cheer at Christmas. A great community project in Troon.
moreFunding sent to Kids Out to provide toys to children in a refuge in the Troon area. https://www.kidsout.org.uk/who-we-are/rotary/
moreRotary awarded David for his dedication to church music in Troon and to the Ayrshire Fiddle Orchestra.
moreJoy was awarded a Paul Harris Fellowship for her commitment to keeping the beaches of Troon clean.
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