As the Chief Executive Officer for Lincoln Children’s Zoo, Evan Killeen oversees all operations of the Zoo and manages the revenues and expenses. Over the past 12 years, the Zoo has seen a great deal of operational success thanks to Mr. Killeen, with the Zoo budget increasing from $1.7 million to $7 million over that time. Additionally, Mr. Killeen presided over the largest expansion and capital campaign in Zoo history. A Nebraska native and graduate of the University of Nebraska Lincoln, Mr. Killeen has deep roots in Lincoln, Nebraska, and a strong focus on serving his community. Before becoming CEO, Mr. Killeen served as the COO from 2011 to 2022. Prior to the Lincoln Children’s Zoo, Mr. Killeen successfully managed the Lincoln Children’s Museum as Deputy Director and previously led the Education Department at the Strategic Air and Space Museum.
As we enter the season of gratitude, Morrie Enders will be collecting cash donations at this Tuesday's meeting for Little Free Pantries. These donations will be transformed into food and other important pantry items and will be distributed by Little Free Panties committee members throughout the city. Thank you for your help!
This Thursday, November 16, is the annual Rotary 14 Thanksgiving meal with the parents in the Family Literacy Class at Everett Elementary. Join us at 8:30 a.m. (mashed potatoes for breakfast!) to share a meal of traditional American dishes provided by Rotary and traditional foods from other countries provided by the families in the class.
Please RSVP to Stacy Gutschenritter or Anne Brandt. We would appreciate it if you could sign up to bring something for the meal, even if you cannot stay to eat:
Every December, Rotarians volunteer to ring bells on behalf of the Salvation Army. Rotary 14 commits to a full day of bell-ringing, but each Rotarian is asked to give just one hour on a given Saturday to share in the spirit of the holidays and give back to the Lincoln community. This year, Rotary 14 is ringing bells between 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at various sites across Lincoln on Saturday, December 2.
A huge thank you to all who are supporting the Dictionary Project! We had a tremendous crowd for the labeling party on October 30 and what a fun evening it was! Classroom presentations are happening now. By the end of November, we will have put a dictionary in the hands of 3,359 students and their teachers. Teachers have told us there are so many learning opportunities with the dictionaries. Well done, Rotarians!
Rotary 14 has recently had multiple Chair and Vice Chair positions vacated, and we need YOUR HELP to carry on the important work of these positions.
Corporate Memberships
Vice Chair Needed
Rotary 14 seeks to grow participation in our Club membership from local area businesses, offering a discounted rate when multiple members of the same company join Club 14. Help us identify and invite potential new member companies.
The Gathering Place
Chair Needed
Vice Chair Needed
Lincoln Rotary Club 14 members volunteer two to four times per month to serve meals at Community Action's The Gathering Place. Located at 1448 E Street in Lincoln, The Gathering Place serves a free, hot meal Monday through Friday between 5:00-6:00 p.m. Volunteers report at 4:45 p.m.
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards
Chair Needed
Vice Chair Needed
RYLA is designed to help high school sophomores and juniors improve their communication skills, work on problem-solving, and build community. The District asks Clubs to identify student participants to send to a three-day camp intensive. The District's goal is to serve 40 students. RYLA depends on Rotary members to help the camp run.
The Rotary International Convention will be in Singapore from May 25 to 29, 2024. Register by December 15, 2023, to take advantage of the early registration discount! Click here for more information and to register.
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