Ken and Skip Pollock are strong supporters and believers in The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona organization. As former academics, both Ken and Skip understand the life changing power of the right kind of training.
Ken has been participating through the Kyrene Rotary Club in the selection and review of individuals who have obtained grants. They enthusiastically concur with the mission statement of the organization and are grateful that they are able to provide significant financial support.
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continuously fund vocational education grants requested by
struggling Arizona residents who demonstrate the desire and will to enable themselves to thrive. TRVFA creates lasting change by allowing individuals to
lift themselves out of poverty and contribute to their communities.
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A Significant Gift from the Heart
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2024-03-06 08:00:00Z |
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Top reasons to go to the professional baseball game between your Arizona Diamondbacks and the Washington Nationals on Sunday, May 7th @ 1:10 PM at Chase Field in downtown Phoenix: - The proceeds benefit TRVFA allowing people to better themselves and their lives by providing financial assistance to further their vocational studies.
 www.trvfa.org - The DBacks are currently tied for first in the division and need your support
- Sunday the 7th is Bark At The Park-- What's more American than baseball and dogs?
- You get special access to our private section: The Coors Strike Zone-- cabanas, full bar, TVs, a one of a kind view. Watch the end of this video to see for yourself
- Enjoy a gorgeous Sunday afternoon with some of your best Rotarian friends for a great cause
- You could catch a home run ball
- Fun for the whole family
Tickets are $100 each & benefit TRVFA. To buy your tickets, CLICK HERE TO SEND AN EMAIL with your name and number of tickets. My family and I are looking forward to seeing you there. Thanks for supporting TRVFA and GO DBACKS!
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Take Me Out to the Ballgame
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Jeanie Morgan
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2023-04-30 07:00:00Z |
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My experience at Pima Medical Institute in Tucson was exceptional. Shown in the 1st photo, Greg with his instructor.
Shown in the 2nd photo Greg with 3 of his classmates.
The Medical Assistant curriculum is one the best around and you get more training than some other institutions will give you. For instance, they train their MA’s in Phlebotomy, although it’s an abbreviated class. The instructors are very knowledgeable and all have over 10 years of experience in the Medical Assistance field with some having over 20 years. They have different times you can attend class so there is always something available for you to work around. The instructors and always helpful
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Graduate Student - Greg King
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2022-01-03 08:00:00Z |
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2022-01-02 08:00:00Z |
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We want to hear from you. Send us an update. How has vocational training helped you?
Send us your experiences!
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The Four Peaks Rotary Club in Fountain Hills Arizona invited TRVFA President Jeanie Morgan to present a program about The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona at their October 14 meeting. Following her presentation, she was given a
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Four Peaks Rotary Club Makes Generous Donation
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2021-11-01 07:00:00Z |
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We are experiencing historically high demand for our grants. We hope we can count on our readers to reach out to their circle of influence so we can bring in enough new streams of revenue to keep up with meeting the needs we have the opportunity to serve. CLICK HERE if you'd like to help by making an online donation now or - if you prefer - send a check with our mail-in donation form.
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TRVFA Funding Activity Through October 9
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2021-10-09 07:00:00Z |
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Rotary Club of Sun Lakes Partners with TRVFA to Award $2,000 Scholarship to EVIT Student - Submitted by Dr. Honora Norton, RCSL Public Image ChairThe Rotary Club of Sun Lakes (RCSL) has partnered with The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona (TRVFA) to sponsor a $2,000 vocational scholarship to Omar Federico.  Through partnering with TRVFA, RCSL is creating a lasting change by allowing individuals, like Omar, to get a step up and contribute to his/her community. RCSL Rotarians Gary Kay and Jon Lyons interviewed Omar and their findings were: Omar was born in Yuma, AZ, and moved to Mesa AZ at an early age. Omar lives with his mother, unfortunately, his father passed away two years ago. Omar is employed at a small company where he is helping the owner on small jobs that involve welding and applicable job setups. Omar will be starting a one-year welding program at East Valley Institute of Technology - EVIT. Photo: 8/2/21 TRVFA scholarship winner Omar Federico attending day “1” of the EVIT welding program. Per a statement from RCSL Club President, Jon Lyons: Omar’s current passion is welding and learning the business from his boss. He is a very dedicated young man who has a great work ethic and wants to ‘earn his way to success.’ The RCSL is honored to sponsor Omar. He will be invited to join future RCSL meetings - so members can hear how Omar is doing in the EVIT welding program.
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Sun Lakes Rotary Press Release
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2021-08-05 07:00:00Z |
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 DGN Larry Horton, Rotary District 5495 recently interviewed TRVFA President Jeanie Morgan. CLICK HERE or on the image to hear the podcast of the interview and learn more about TRVFA
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Listen to our 30 Minute Podcast to Learn More
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2021-04-11 07:00:00Z |
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Most receiving this newsletter are on our distribution list because, at some time, you have donated to support vocational education grants from The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona (TRVFA). A few of you receive it because you are bulletin subscribers. One thing Rotarians have generally failed to do is communicate about the many wonderful things we do in their own community and in the world. That is about to change. There is about to be a huge concerted effort by Arizona Rotarians to let our fellow-citizens know many of the good things we do, and invite them to join us for some service activities. If you CLICK HERE or on the image at the top of this article, you will arrive at a special website about Rotary Week of Service. On that site, you will see opportunities to give and in many cases, opportunities to volunteer and serve in a variety of projects and service activities. To see The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona (TRVFA) opportunity within the week of service website, CLICK HERE. We thought our TRVFA donors should be among those who are first made aware of this new effort to let our communities know that, for Rotarians, being People of Action is a way of life. We hope many of you will join us in service April 17-24.
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Rotary Week of Service April 17-24
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2021-04-06 07:00:00Z |
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We look forward to hearing from you. If your question or comment is general, CLICK HERE and it will be forwarded appropriately. CONTACT: REQUEST A SPEAKER if you would like a representative to speak to your club or organization - please provide your geographic location. To send communication by mail: TRVFA, P O Box 14412, Scottsdale, AZ 85267 Because our organization is run by volunteers, we endeavor to protect their privacy by not publishing their personal e-mail or phone contact information. If you need to contact a member of our board of directors, hover your mouse over their name in the right column of our home page and click to bring up an email form to complete and send. Your message will be sent directly to that board member.
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Contact Us
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2021-01-24 08:00:00Z |
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As a TRVFA grant beneficiary, we hope you will make it a priority to "pay it forward" by taking time before you file your income tax reports this year to make your tax-credit donation to our fund so we can help others the way we helped you. To applaud the fact that we have a long history of helping individuals lift themselves out of poverty, we hope you will consider becoming an ongoing supporter of TRVFA by authorizing an automated monthly, quarterly, or annual donation. Whether a one-time donation or repetitive commitment, it is quick and easy to donate online. CLICK HERE or on the image to go directly to the donation form. The image below is of the bottom portion of the donation form with an arrow showing where you can indicate you want your donation to repeat, as well as the section where we need for you to indicate the name of your Rotary Club or - if you are not a Rotarian - we hope you will tell us how you learned about TRVFA. Donations made to our organization up until April 15, 2021 may qualify for the Arizona Tax Credit to a Qualifying Charitable Organization for either the 2020 or 2021 tax year. Our QCO code is 20698. FOR ALUMNI WHO MAKE A $200 DONATION OR AN ONGOING MONTHLY COMMITMENT OF $25 OR MORE BETWEEN NOW AND APRIL 15, YOU WILL BE ENTERED IN A DRAWING FOR A $200 VISA GIFT CARD.
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Help Us Help Others Help Themselves
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2021-01-09 08:00:00Z |
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Thirty years ago today, The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona was incorporated in the State of Arizona. CLICK HERE to read a bit about our 30-year history. Because you benefitted from a vocational education grant from TRVFA, we hope you will help us help others by authorizing an automated monthly, quarterly, or annual donation. Whether a one-time donation or repetitive commitment, it is quick and easy to donate online. CLICK HERE or on the image to go directly to the donation form. The image below is of the bottom portion of the donation form with an arrow showing where you can indicate if you want your donation to repeat, as well as the section where we need for you to indicate that you received a TRVFA Grant. Donations made to our organization up until April 15, 2021 may qualify for the Arizona Tax Credit to a Qualifying Charitable Organization for either the 2020 or 2021 tax year. Our QCO code is 20698. FOR ALUMNI WHO MAKE A $200 DONATION OR AN ONGOING MONTHLY COMMITMENT OF $25 OR MORE BETWEEN NOW AND APRIL 15, YOU WILL BE ENTERED IN A DRAWING FOR A $200 VISA GIFT CARD.
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Help Celebrate our 30-Year Anniversary
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2021-01-09 08:00:00Z |
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 Today is the 30th anniversary of the incorporation of The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona. The following article about our history appeared in both Rotary district newsletters on January 1 and with these photos of a few of the recently funded grant recipients. The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona was officially incorporated January 9, 1991. This followed work by the original founders during 1990 to organize so they could incorporate as a non-profit charitable foundation. In April of 1992, TRVFA was recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) public charitable foundation. The founders worked with leaders in all three Arizona Rotary Districts at the time to go through a process to have TRVFA be authorized as an ongoing joint district project in the State of Arizona. To qualify for this status, the District Governors of all three districts as well as the District Governor Nominees signed documentation certifying that at least two-thirds of all Rotary Clubs in each of the three districts had elected to support their districts' participation in the multidistrict activity. On October 7, 1993, Spencer Robinson, Jr., who was the General Secretary of Rotary International at that time, signed a document certifying that the Rotary International Board of Directors had authorized Districts 5490, 5500, and 5510 to continue to be organized and conduct this multidistrict service activity. For readers who enjoy Rotary history and would like to see a copy of this historic document,  CLICK HERE.
The current Board of Directors of TRVFA has established an ambitious fundraising goal for this anniversary year of $300,000, with the hope of growing beyond each successive year going forward.
Donations to TRVFA qualify for the Arizona income tax credit for donations to a Qualifying Charitable Organization (QCO code is 20698). For most donors, their donation may not cost them anything in the long run. Since they receive a dollar for dollar credit on their state income tax - they will either pay an equally smaller amount when they file their tax return or receive a larger refund.
For TRVFA to qualify as a Qualifying Charitable Organization, grant recipients must meet specific low income guidelines and reside in the State of Arizona. The vocational education grants provided by TRVFA are currently limited to $2,000 per scholar in order to be able to serve more students. The majority of vocational education programs cost considerably more than that amount. The board has set the ambitious fundraising goal with the hope of increasing that maximum grant amount. TRVFA is the only Qualifying Charitable Organization in Arizona which was formed by Rotarians to work together on a multi-district on-going Vocational Service project. Still managed by Rotary Volunteers, it is hoped that recognition of this 30-year anniversary will be a point of pride, and Rotarians will advocate for support within their clubs and in each Rotarian's circle of influence.
TRVFA grants literally enable the recipients to lift themselves out of poverty, Help someone help themself. Go to trvfa.org and click DONATE NOW.
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Story from January District 5495 & 5500 Newsletters
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2021-01-09 08:00:00Z |
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Our mission is to ensure a revenue stream that will continuously fund vocational education grants requested by struggling Arizona residents who demonstrate the desire and will to enable themselves to thrive.
Together, we create lasting change by allowing individuals to
lift themselves out of poverty and contribute to their communities.
HELPING OTHERS HELP THEMSELVES
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Our Mission, Vision and Motto
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2020-10-17 07:00:00Z |
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 The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona has new leadership. At their annual meeting July 18, Greg Podd, Past International Vice President of Rotary International was elected as Chairman of the Board and Past District Governor Jeanie Morgan was elected President. Immediate Past President, PDG Dan Messersmith will remain on the Board of Directors and continue to manage the grant application process for TRVFA. Dennis Haberer will remain involved as an honorary advisor to the Board. Marc Snow will continue as Secretary, and Steve DeMar will continue as Treasurer of TRVFA. At the regular board meeting which immediately followed the annual meeting, Amanda Sanchez and Sherrie Morgan were introduced as candidates to fill vacant seats on the Board representing Districts 5495 and 5500 respectively. Amanda is a member of the Surprise Rotary Club and currently serves as an Assistant Governor in District 5495. Sherrie is the immediate Past President of the Bisbee Rotary Club. Since the board meeting, both candidates were unanimously elected to fill the two vacant positions. During the regular meeting, it was noted that during the 2019-20 fiscal year, 99 scholars benefited from $171,115 in vocational education grants. Grant funding in the first nine months of the fiscal year was higher than the prior year, but slowed in the final quarter due to pandemic-related slowing of new program start dates. Board Advisor, Roger Bonngard noted that TRVFA could help the State of Arizona by providing grants to educate individuals to fill medical related positions where there are many shortages in our state at this time. He also felt that many of the positions that existed prior to the pandemic may not exist afterward. He envisions a huge demand for vocational education to enable the state to recover economically. The board was challenged to raise more money than we in the past and enlist the help of all current donors to advocate with their friends, family and business associates to become active donors to TRVFA This unique time in history is presenting a very real opportunity to put the Rotary Vision Statement to work - and it can be done from the comfort of home. To donate on-line, CLICK HERE. To download a form to mail with a donation, CLICK HERE. Each donation will help TRVFA enable positive change. TRVFA is the only Rotarian-founded and Rotarian-managed Qualifying Charitable Organization qualifying for the Arizona tax credit program where donors can directly allocate a portion of their Arizona State income tax obligation. Our new Chairman of the Board, Greg Podd, who is a CPA by profession has often been heard saying "All Rotarians should support TRVFA and urge everyone they know to do the same. It's a no brainer."
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TRVFA Has New Leadership
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2020-08-01 07:00:00Z |
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 At its Annual Meeting held Saturday, July 20 in Casa Grande, the TRVFA board re-elected Dan Messersmith as President, and Dennis Haberer as Chairman of the Board. Newly elected were Steve DeMar, Treasurer, and Marc Snow, Secretary. At the immediately following quarterly board meeting, the board discussed some key challenges: There are three vacancies on the board - two needing to be filled by Rotary District 5495 Rotarians, and one to be filled by a Rotarian from District 5500. Although donations were significantly higher in 2018-19 than in prior years, TRVFA is forced to temporarily cease accepting new grant applications for programs starting prior to January 1. This decision will be re-evaluated at the October board meeting. Demand for grants is exceeding any prior period because the booming economy is creating a demand for certified vocational employees. Everyone present at the board meeting fully understood that expectations for board members going forward will be that all will need to be highly engaged in marketing to Rotarians, Rotary Clubs, and external funding sources. It was noted there is lots of room to grow TRVFA funding resources. In 2018-19 only 8.8% of Rotarians in Arizona supported TRVFA with a donation. It is clear there is room within easy reach of meeting and exceeding our current funding challenge if we get the word out. The increase in demand for grants is creating an additional challenge. There is a need to identify a Rotarian - preferably with student aid experience - who would either join or be willing to help the board with grant application processing. Currently only one person is doing that task and it is becoming overwhelming. .jpg) All board members are optimistic that the gap between funding and demand for grants can be bridged with focussed and concentrated effort. Board members expressed their appreciation for the years of service Eileen Klecka has given as a board member and board Treasurer. She had to resign that position because of a deteriorating vision challenge she is experiencing. There is no deterioration in her passion for the life-changing work of TRVFA. She will be staying on as an Advisor to the board. For readers motivated to donate, we've made it easy. CLICK HERE to donate on-line or CLICK HERE to download a mail-in donation form.
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TRVFA Board Elects 2019-20 Officers
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2019-07-22 07:00:00Z |
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 Rotarians attending the District 5495 Conference June 22, 2019 had an opportunity to hear from vocational education grant recipients telling about the profound difference their TRVFA support has made in their lives. CLICK HERE or on the image to watch a video of their presentation. Sofia Ibarra, seated closest to the podium, was sponsored by the Scottsdale Sunrise Rotary Club to study phlebotomy at East Valley Medical College during the 2016-17 academic year. She was hired immediately after graduating, but has since completed other studies and advanced in her medical profession. She has enjoyed many positive transitions in her personal life as a result of the beginning her TRVFA grant provided for her. Jocelyn Castillo, seated in the middle was recently sponsored by the Peoria Rotary Club to begin a Surgical Technology program July 12, 2019 at East Valley Institute of Technology in Mesa, Arizona. The grant will enable her to enter a career where she will earn a livable wage while she seeks to achieve her real goal of becoming a surgeon. Cayanne Nelson, seated on the left, was sponsored by the Paradise Valley Rotary Club in March of this year to study phlebotomy at the East Valley Medical College in Mesa. She interned at the VA medical facility, and was so touched by what they have given for all of us, that she plans to continue to volunteer there even though her permanent paid position will be with another employer.
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Grant Recipients Featured at District 5495 Conference
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2019-06-30 07:00:00Z |
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 One of the signs of progress in a small town used to be the necessity of putting up a stop sign because traffic was getting out of control. The traffic sign was actually a sign that the town was thriving and progressing. The board of directors of The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona has faced a similar challenge in the traffic of grant applications this fiscal year. We have faced a steady flow of new grant applications. The board is happy to report that donations to date this fiscal year are 125% of the same period a year ago. The board had to look at where we were and decide how we could ensure doing the most good while causing the least harm. We took a look at grants already funded in the 2018-19 fiscal year. We combined that number with grants already approved, but not yet funded. To that combined total, we added grants already in process and likely to be approved for programs starting before July 1. It became clear we will meet, and very likely exceed, our recently increased grant funding budget for this fiscal year. Our stop sign has been installed. Effective April 16, we will not accept new grant applications for programs starting before July 1, 2019. We will continue to accept new applications for programs with a start date of July 1 or later. If we receive a new grant application for a program starting before July 1, the applicant will be given the option of requesting funds for a program with a later start date.
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Traffic Control in the Vocational Grant Business
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2019-04-16 07:00:00Z |
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 The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona was recently recognized for our transparency with a 2019 Gold Seal on our GuideStar Nonprofit Profile! GuideStar is the world’s largest source of information on nonprofit organizations. More than 8 million visitors per year and a network of 200+ partners use GuideStar data to grow support for nonprofits. In order to get the 2019 Gold Seal, TRVFA shared important information with the public using our profile on www.guidestar.org. Now our community members and potential donors can find in-depth information about our goals, strategies, capabilities, and progress. We’re shining a spotlight on the difference we help make in the world. CLICK HERE or on the image to check out our GuideStar Nonprofit Profile.
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TRVFA Earns GuideStar 2019 Gold Seal
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2019-03-17 07:00:00Z |
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 In Arizona, Rotarians have a unique way to do great Vocational Service in our local communities through The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona. Individual members can support vocational education grants for the working poor and get a dollar for dollar credit for their donation as a deduction from their state income tax obligation. Individual donors have until April 15 to make their tax credit donation for the 2018 tax year. They can make their donations on line at donate.trvfa.org. Clubs also support TRVFA when they are approached by students who have applied for grants for club sponsorship of their application. Clubs are urged to develop relationships with their sponsored scholars and include them in club projects and activities. Some clubs choose to donate from their project budget to support the work of this fine organization. TRVFA was incorporated by Rotarians as a 501(c)(3) public charity which is managed by a board made up entirely of Rotarian leaders. It is an on-going multi-district project which was "blessed" by Rotary International in 1993. For over 25 years, this organization was been a model of vocational service enabling the benefitting vocational scholars to move into well paying professions. The Rotary equivalent of choosing to "teach a man to fish so he will be fed for a lifetime as opposed to giving a man a fish and feeding him for a day." Even though TRVFA is a Rotary-organized, Rotarian managed charity, supporting TRVFA is not limited to Rotarians. The tax credit donation opportunity is open to all Arizona residents who will have a state income tax obligation for 2018. Share this opportunity with your family, friends, and associates.
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In Rotary, January is Vocational Service Month
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2019-01-23 08:00:00Z |
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.png) Click on the image to view an informational video about The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona.
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Check out our video to learn more about us...
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2018-11-02 07:00:00Z |
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 Hi! My name is Sarah and you all helped me get my Certified Nursing Assistant license and my Patient Care Technician certification. I really appreciate everything you all have done for me. I got a job as soon as I graduated. I have now been working in the hospital for three and a half years. I will be going back to school soon to get my RN. Sarah is a 2014/15 graduate of East Valley Medical College in their Certified Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician program. Gilbert Rotary Club sponsored her TRVFA grant application.
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Sarah sent TRVFA an appreciative update
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2018-10-31 07:00:00Z |
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 In Arizona, we are able to actually direct some of our state income tax obligation to qualifying charitable organizations. To people from out of state this seems difficult to believe. We can make a donation and reduce our state income tax by the amount we give - up to $400 for individuals or $800 for a couple filing jointly. In other words, we can donate without it costing a cent. The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona (TRVFA) is such a qualifying charitable organization. It was founded by Rotarians and received its 501(c)(3) charitable status in 1990. TRVFA is still operated by a board of directors made up of Arizona Rotarians. Vocational Service is one of the five avenues of service of Rotary International. Many clubs struggle with how to identify and fulfill good vocational service goals. Support of TRVFA not only supports the vocational service ambitions of Rotary, it also supports community service. Recipients of our vocational education grants have to qualify by meeting established low-income guidelines. The grants enable them to acquire the necessary skills and certifications to enter well-paying vocations and thus contribute to the Arizona economy. Even if you've already exhausted your tax credit donations for the year by donating to other charities, this charity is worthy of your support. We hope you will help us "Unite, take action to create lasting change. Help us provide vocational education grants."
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AZ Rotary's Own Tax Credit Charity
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2018-10-24 07:00:00Z |
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 At the August 20, 2018 meeting of the Laughlin Rotary Club, PDG Danny Messersmith, TRVFA Board President was presented with a check for $1,000 to help support Vocational Grants through The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona (TRVFA). These funds along with other donations from Rotarians and Rotary Clubs across Arizona will help provide “A Hand Up/Not A Hand Out” for eligible students in need of a vocational education. TRVFA grants change lives every day with graduates obtaining a vocational education which allows them to be employed in well-paying jobs which raise their standard of living for themselves and their families. Their success now, many times, will lead to additional education on their part. Time and time again, we hear how a TRVFA grant gave them the "Step Up" to allow them to go on to more education. We also hear about how the parent's success helps their children understand the value of education. TRVFA thanks the Laughlin Rotary Club for their generosity and their commitment to help provide funding for TRVFA. Shown in the photo (L – R) Meg McDaniel, Past President; TRVFA Board President PDG Danny Messersmith; Mike Conner, Treasurer, AG Area 1; Vince Ruefer, Club Services Director.
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Rotary Club of Laughlin Donates $1,000 to TRVFA
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2018-09-03 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Arthur R. Harrington, E.A., Ph.D.
 IRS issued Proposed Regulations on August 23 that will impact charitable donations, if enacted. In researching the matter, I found a couple of articles that will help to clarify what IRS is proposing and why. The two articles have been consolidated into a single document which can be downloaded by CLICKING HERE. I personally believe they are going to get a lot of push-back from this proposal, and that it is far from being a done deal. The Vocational Fund's donors need to be made aware that IRS is proposing such a limitation on their charitable donations, and they need to be contacting their Congressmen to ask for their support in opposing the proposed IRS changes. Art Harrington is an Advisor to the TRVFA Board of Directors
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Proposed IRS Regulation Changes Published August 23, 2018
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Arthur R. Harrington, E.A., Ph.D.
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2018-08-27 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dr. Honora A Norton
 For several years, I have been facilitating TRVFA Rotary Club of Scottsdale's sponsored scholarships to low income working poor, especially men and single mothers struggling to survive on multiple low paying part-time jobs with no benefits. Each applicant that I have met is deserving, eager to learn and ready to make productive career moves after completing his/her TRVFA funded courses at Trade Schools which encompass a wide variety of hands-on education, from HVAC to carpentry to emerging technologies. A college degree or vocational training beyond high school are necessary tools to obtain a well paying job. The days when a person graduated from high school, entered the workforce, and stayed with the same company until she or he retired are over. The cost of college tuition and books is prohibitive for many people in low income households who wish to better themselves by furthering their education. TRVFA scholarships give them the leg up to provide for themselves and their families. TRVFA provides financial aid to those who need it most. I am honored to support TRVFA and its blessed workings. Dr. Norton is an advisor to the TRVFA Board of Directors
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A TRVFA Testimonial
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Dr. Honora A Norton
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2018-08-26 07:00:00Z |
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The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona Board wants to thank the top giving clubs in each District in our 2017-18 fiscal year. These two clubs excelled in their understanding of how they could support vocational service and alleviate poverty in our local communities through TRVFA. Mesa West Rotarians donated a total of $11,825. Individual Tucson Rotarians donated a total of $11,820, but with their club's additional donation of $2,000, their total contribution was $13,820. There were only five other clubs in the state with total giving over $5,000.
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TRVFA Needs Club and Donor Support
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2018-08-26 07:00:00Z |
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TIME SENSITIVE One of our donors, who is a CPA, has advised us that a colleague had shared information about a new regulation which came out August 23. His peer believed the regulation would impact tax credit donations. If the information he received is correct, effective August 28, donors will be allowed to either take a tax credit on their state taxes or claim a charitable donation on their IRS return, but will no longer be able to do both. His information indicated donations made by August 27 could still qualify for both. To be certain you can verify you made a tax credit donation by the 27th of August, the CPA recommended making any such donations on line. Please understand, we are passing this on, but do not have ready access to information to verify such a regulatory change has been made. In case you planned to donate to us this year, and want to be on the safe side, we've made donating on line easy - go to donate.trvfa.org.
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New IRS Regulation Impacts Tax Credit Donations
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2018-08-26 07:00:00Z |
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 The TRVFA board met Saturday, August 25 for their annual meeting and election of officers. Lee Dueringer, who has served the board as President since 2015, will remain on the board and wants to focus his volunteer efforts on fundraising for TRVFA going forward. The board was enthusiastic in their appreciation of his service as President and his desire to focus his time and talent where our need is greatest at this time. Dan Messersmith was elected to fill the vacancy. Dan has been a dedicated TRVFA volunteer since 2010, He has been the responsible party for processing all grant applications since he was instrumental in converting to an on-line grant application process in 2012. Steve DeMar, Secretary and Eileen Klecka, Treasurer were each elected to continue in their positions for the 2018-19 year.
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Dan Messersmith elected TRVFA President at Annual Meeting
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2018-08-26 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Linda Fulmore
Congratulations again for being the recipient of a Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona Scholarship! You are receiving this newsletter because we want to keep in touch with you and additionally keep you posted on both the Rotary Vocational Fund and other Arizona Rotary happenings.
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A Message from the Board
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Linda Fulmore
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2018-08-24 07:00:00Z |
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 Scottsdale Sunrise Rotary Club made a $5,000 donation to The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona (TRVFA) at their July 19, 2018 regular club meeting. Shown in the photo (l-r) are Bill Adams, of the Scottsdale Sunrise Rotary Club Foundation, Lee Dueringer, TRVFA President, and Jake Duffy, Scottsdale Sunrise Rotary Club President.
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Donation Received from Scottsdale Sunrise Rotary Club Foundation
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2018-07-19 07:00:00Z |
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Click on the image to donate on-line or CLICK HERE to download a form to complete and mail with your check.
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2018-06-13 07:00:00Z |
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.jpg) As a recipient of the TRVFA scholarship, I would like to express my deepest appreciation for the program and for all those who made it possible. Considering my financial situation as a single mother of five children, I knew I needed to go back to school to further my education and improve my job skills in order to support them. I applied for sponsorship from the Mesa East Rotary and their President invited me to a lunch meeting and interview. I am pleased to report that I graduated as Valedictorian from the East Valley Institute of Technology's Licensed Practical Nursing program. I passed the state LPN board exam and am now a licensed LPN.
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Robyn
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2018-04-18 07:00:00Z |
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 As a wife, and mother of two boys, I always wanted to work in the medical field, but never felt I had the educational requirements. A friend was taking classes at East Valley Medical College to become a phlebotomist, and suggested I contact them. The administrator at East Valley Medical College suggested I should check with The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona to see if I qualified for their grant program. I applied to TRVFA and was directed to find a Rotary Club to sponsor me. The Scottsdale Sunrise Rotary Club invited me to a meeting for an interview. We had breakfast where I shared my history, and why I wanted to work in the medical field. Following my interview, they recommended me for a TRVFA grant for my phlebotomy classes at East Valley Medical College, where I graduated. Now I say I'm a wife, a mommy of two boys, and a hard working woman. Thanks to TRVFA and Scottsdale Sunrise Rotary Club for helping to change my life.
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Miriam
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2018-04-18 07:00:00Z |
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.jpg) Efrain is an active member of the National Guard and was employed in the housekeeping department of Banner Health for over two years. After graduating from Easts Valley Medical College, Efrain was hired as a Phlebotomist by Theranos, a blood testing service operation in Walgreen Pharmacy Clinics throughout the Valley. He was sponsored for his TRVFA grant by the Phoenix East Rotary Club. We are extremely proud of Efrain for not only his dedication to our country, but also for his determination to be successful in his education and career.
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Efrain
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2018-04-18 07:00:00Z |
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