Rotary District 6920

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It is our great pleasure to introduce Todd Freesemann, a dedicated member of the Rotary Club of West Chatham - Pooler. For the 2024-2025 year, Todd has the distinct honor and privilege of serving as the District Governor for District 6920.

Todd's Rotary journey began in 2007, and from the first meeting, he knew he had found his home. The people were fascinating, fun, energetic, dedicated, and quickly became immediate friends. It took him a while to grasp the sheer size and scope of Rotary’s 1.4 million-person network, but once he did, he realized he had joined something far bigger than himself. Todd firmly believes Rotary is the finest humanitarian service organization in the world, both locally and internationally. Rotarians are, to borrow a phrase, a true group of “people of action.”

This year, Todd's goals are straightforward yet impactful. His number one goal is to increase membership to amplify the impact of this incredible organization. This involves delivering what current members want and need, retaining the amazing people already in the organization, attracting new members, and starting innovative new clubs to meet the needs of those who haven’t yet joined this remarkable organization. Additionally, given his years in uniform and having witnessed various forms of discord and anger, Todd hopes to promote civil discourse and peace.

He also plans to continue Past District Governor Felix’s literacy program and tree planting initiative. Moreover, he encourages everyone to take a moment to thank a military service member or first responder along the way.

Todd resides in Savannah, Georgia, with his wonderful wife, Penny. Penny plans to join him on many of the club visits throughout the district. They have one adult daughter, Katherine, a Georgia Tech graduate living her dream as a mechanical engineer with Disney in Orlando, Florida. Penny serves as the Chief Judge of Chatham County’s Superior Court. Todd, a 30-year military retiree, graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and served in both the Army and the Air Force, retiring as a Colonel. He currently serves as Commander (Deputy Sheriff) with the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office under Sheriff John Wilcher.

🎉 Happy New Rotary Year, District 6920! 🎉

Let's kick off this incredible year with enthusiasm and dedication! Together, we'll make an even greater impact in our communities and beyond. Whether it's growing our membership, promoting peace, or continuing our amazing projects, there's no limit to what we can achieve.

Embrace The Magic of Rotary as we unite for a year of unity, action, and lasting change. Let's make 2024-2025 our best year yet! 🚀💪

Hey everyone! I'm Todd Freesemann from the Rotary Club of West Chatham - Pooler, and I'm thrilled to be your 6920 District Governor for 2024-2025!

For those I haven't met yet, I live in Savannah, Georgia, with my amazing wife Penny, the Chief Judge of Chatham County’s Superior Court, and our daughter Katherine, a Georgia Tech grad and mechanical engineer at Disney. After 30 years in the military, I'm now a Deputy Sheriff with the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office.

Rotary has been my passion since 2007. The people are fantastic, and the impact is immense. This year, my top goal is to grow our membership to amplify our impact. I also aim to promote civil discourse, peace, and continue literacy and tree planting initiatives.

I can’t wait to visit your clubs and support your incredible work. Let’s grow this great organization together and create lasting change in our communities and beyond. Reach out to me anytime!

Let's unite and take action! 🌟

It has been my distinct honor to serve as your Governor of District 6920 over the past year. I have had the privilege of collaborating with many dedicated Rotarians and witnessing the tremendous impact of our collective service projects. I am particularly grateful for your unwavering efforts in promoting literacy, and I am incredibly proud of the significant progress we have achieved together in this vital area.

As I transition from this role, my commitment to the values and goals of Rotary remains steadfast. I look forward to continuing my involvement in various capacities within our esteemed organization. I am confident that incoming Governor Todd Freesemann will infuse our district with fresh energy and vision, guiding us to even greater achievements.

Your warm welcome into your homes and clubs has deeply touched me, and for that, I will always be grateful. Thank you for the privilege of serving as your Governor.

Yours in Rotary Service,

Felix

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards was a SMASHING success! CLUBS should plan NOW (in your new budget) to send at least one student to RYLA 2025! (this year, some clubs sent 3-4 students!). For more info contact 2025 chair Brian Weese (contact info in DACdb)
AND - Check out ALL these photo highlights! https://www.facebook.com/share/p/vHdGHCUtGdN42e22/

If you haven't booked your room for District Conference April 24-27, do it now! Rooms are filling up fast! All 3 Georgia Districts will be there, and it is lining up to be the BEST DISTRICT CONFERENCE EVER!! It will be sports themed, and District 6920 will have Football Jerseys soon! Find all of the details here:

Georgia United DC – 1st Ever Multi-District Conference For the 1st time ever, all three Rotary Districts in Georgia are joining forces to put on a conference like no other. We hope you will mark your calendars to join us in April 2025 for what is going to be a Rotary take over of Jekyll Island.

Rotary Clubs of District 6920, the application period for Rotary Youth Exchange is about to open. Please consider being a sponsoring club for the 2025-2026 school year and in courage students in your community to apply. Reach out to Dana Park, RYE Chair for more information.

District 6920 Leadership Team with incoming President Stephanie Urchick!

Rotary District 6920 is having a blast in Jacksonville, Florida at the Rotary Zone 34 District Leadership Seminar! With engaging sessions, inspiring speakers, and valuable networking opportunities, attendees are gaining new insights and skills to lead their districts effectively. We are excited to bring back our newfound knowledge and enthusiasm to make a positive impact in their communities. 🌟🤝🌴

Wishing all the Dads a very Happy Father’s Day!!

Please welcome William Mock with Georgia Power as our newest member to the Rotary Club of Savannah.

Left to right Robert Grant, William Mock and Anita Hagin.

ShelterBox is supporting thousands of people who have been left with nowhere to live due to the severe flooding that impacted Bangladesh after Cyclone Remal. Together, and with local communities, we’ll distribute aid to people who need it most in Paikgacha, Dacope and Saronkhola.

Every summer Rotary District 6920 presents a four day youth event called the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA). In recent years the event moved to the College of Coastal Georgia. Golden Isles Rotary is honored to sponsor two students. One of our sponsored students, Olivia, smiles for the camera with President Lucy, President-elect Marjorie and treasurer Emily.

BEVERLY TRAINOR HAS BEEN SELECTED AS DISTRICT GOVERNOR FOR 2026-2027

St. Simons Rotarian, Beverly Trainor, has been selected by the District Governor Nominating Committee to serve as Governor during the 2026-2027 Rotary Year.

A Rotarian for twelve years, Beverly has been actively involved in her club, serving as club president and on multiple boards at the club and District level. Currently,bBeverly serves as assistant governor and is the Chair for Saving Lives with Medicine. She is an RLI Graduate, District Emerging Leader, Paul Harris Fellow,
Paul Harris and Bequest Society member.

Beverly is active in her community, serving on boards and committees and works professionally as a financial advisor.

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DG NOMINATING COMMITTEE SELECTS BEVERLY TRAINOR AS DGND CANDIDATE FOR THE 2026-2027 ROTARY YEAR

On Saturday November 18th, 2023 the District 6920 Governor Nominating Committee convened to interview and select the District Governor Nominee Designate (DGND) who will serve as Governor during the 2026-2027 Rotary year. The Committee is pleased to announce it has selected Beverly Trainor from the St. Simons Rotary Club.

A Rotarian for twelve years, Beverly has been actively involved in her club serving as club president and on multiple boards at the club and District level. Currently, Beverly serves as assistant governor and is the Chair for Saving Lives with Medicine. She is an RLI Graduate, District Emerging Leader, Paul Harris Fellow, Paul Harris and Bequest Society member.

Beverly is active in her community serving on boards and committees and works professionally as a financial advisor.

Per District Bylaws, District Rotarians have two weeks to express any questions or concerns regarding the committee’s selection. Please direct those to committee chair, iPDG Heather Kellen. After the waiting period an official public announcement will be made.