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August 4, 2017, Volume 24, Issue 2

Items in this issue … 2 Exchange Gathers in Jacksonville 6 National Board Meets in Jacksonville 7 2017 Court of Honor Inductees Announced 8 New Clubs Chartered – 2016/2017 10 New Clubs to Start Out Strong 10 Exchange University 11 BeSure Law Enforcement Training – Sexting Investigations and Consequences 12 34

th Symposium A Success

12 Lilia Angarita Exchange Parent Aide of the Year 12 Excel Club Management 13 Make Paying Dues Easy For Your Members 13 Information About Paying Club and District Accounts 14 Club and CAP Center Anniversaries 14 Congratulations to Clubs – Membership Percentage Increase 15 Thank You! 15 Exchange Strong Club Giving Campaign Results 16 Exchange Strong Giving Campaign Brochure 16 Awards Highlight – 2017/2018 NSA Winning Clubs 17 In Sympathy – Bob Donahue, Harry Robinson and Tommy Barrett 19 Exchange Leaders’ Calendar and Important Dates 19 Important Reminders 21 National Headquarters Contact Information

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Our Vision – A strong America, safe communities, and unified people.

Our Mission – Exchange, inspiring communities to become better places to live.

Our Motto – Unity for Service

Experience Phil's inspiring message, as heard by National Convention attendees, for yourself via video:

National President Phil Howard

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EXCHANGE GATHERS IN JACKSONVILLE More than 600 attendees gathered at the 99th National Convention and 34th Symposium in Jacksonville, Florida, July 13-15, to share in fellowship and celebrate Exchange. Along with important business sessions and enjoyable meal events, invaluable educational seminars were offered throughout the convention, and awards were presented recognizing Exchange Club members for their accomplishments during the 2016/2017 administrative year. The 99th Convention of The National Exchange Club got underway Thursday morning at the Opening Session. Following the Presentation of the Colors by the Jacksonville Terry Parker High School Navy Junior ROTC Color Guard, the 2016/2017 Exchange Singers presented an inspirational rendition of the National Anthem. Attendees were welcomed by Florida District representative Gem Mann, and a special video message was provided by The Honorable Lenny Curry, Mayor of Jacksonville. Keynote speaker Bill King followed, explaining the Exchange Club of Rome, Georgia’s, outstanding program which includes a half-scale replica of the Tomb of the Unknowns. Mr. King graciously provided the keynote address in the absence of scheduled presenter Kaitlin Roig-DeBellis, who faced an emergency medical situation just prior to the event. Following awards recognition, 2016/2017 National President Elizabeth Grantham presented an inspirational address. She emphasized the importance of spreading Exchange and Unity for Service, and expressed thanks and recognition to those involved with bringing in 25 new clubs during the administrative year. She called on everyone to continue sharing pride in Exchange – pride in his or her own club, and pride in all the other wonderful things being done by fellow members across the country. The National Project Luncheon featured presenter Detective Rich Wistocki, a 27-year veteran of the Naperville Police Department. Detective Wistocki shared his work as an Internet Crimes Investigator and his passion for teaching parents how to parent their children while online. He has produced the “Keeping Our Kids Safe Online” parents presentation for the past 12 years in cooperation with the Exchange Club of Naperville, Illinois, and its Americanism initiative. Awards were also showcased, including the CARE Awards, Exchange Strong Club Giving Campaign recognition and the Parent Aide of the Year Award. Thursday afternoon’s Second Convention Session began with a Memorial Celebration conducted by Past National President Jim Brown. Attendees then heard the Annual Report of the NEC Foundation by President Ray Carlson, along with National Treasurer Jim Ruzon’s Report to the convention. Delegates considered two Proposed Amendments to the National Bylaws, as follows:

Proposed Amendment No.1 – Article IX (National Board of Directors), Section 2 – Adding the phrase “shall have been an Active member in good standing of an Exchange Club for a minimum of eight (8) years,” in the last sentence. Convention delegates approved an amendment changing eight years to five years. Proposed Amendment No. 1 passed, as amended. Article IX, Section 2, now reads:

ARTICLE IX National Board of Directors

RESOLVED that Article IX (National Board of Directors), Section 2, of the Bylaws of The National Exchange Club be amended by adding the phrase “shall have been an Active member in good standing of an Exchange Club for a minimum of eight (8) years,” following the first comma (,) in the last sentence of Section 2; so that Article IX, Section 2, as amended, shall read:

Section 2. The Regional Vice Presidents shall be elected by a majority vote of accredited and

voting delegates holding membership within the region to which they are to be elected at the an-

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nual convention. Their term shall be for two (2) years. Regional Vice Presidents from even-num-bered regions shall be elected in even-numbered years. Regional Vice Presidents from odd-num-bered regions shall be elected in odd-numbered years. No Regional Vice President shall be elected to serve more than two consecutive two (2) year terms. All Regional Vice Presidents shall have served a full term as a District President, shall have been an Active member in good standing of an Exchange Club for a minimum of five (5) years, shall undergo training before their election on the responsibilities of a Regional Vice President, and live within and hold membership in a club within the region.

Proposed Amendment No. 2 – Article IX (National Board of Directors), Section 2 – Adding the phrase “shall have built and chartered a new Exchange Club or have been awarded a 10-member pin,” failed.

Numerous communication-related awards, along with project and fundraising awards, Big “E” and National Services Awards, were also recognized at Convention Session 2. Friday’s events began with Convention Session 3, which included the Election of 2017/2018 National Officers and NEC Foundation At-Large Trustees. Executive Vice President Tracey Edwards also presented Exchange’s Annual Report to the convention. Simultaneously, the always popular silent auction was held for the NEC Foundation. The One Nation Under God Luncheon featured an outstanding presentation by Chad Schiel, President of the Exchange Club of San Clemente, California. Chad has a passion for helping children, young military families and veterans. At the young age of only 35, his story is a testament to God’s grace and loving humorous nature. Saturday’s Convention Session 4 featured the prestigious Youth of the Year and A.C.E. Awards. The 2017 Youth of the Year winner was Vismaya Kharkar, sponsored by the Rocky Mountain District and the Exchange Club of Salt Lake City, Utah. Curtis James “CJ” Miller was the 2017 A.C.E. winner. CJ was sponsored by the Michigan District and the Exchange Club of Detroit #1, Michigan. The NEC Foundation’s live auction was held, followed by an opportunity to “Bid from the Heart”, which allowed attendees to show support for Exchange at a level with which they were comfortable. Convention committee reports were presented, along with additional awards. National President Designate Phil Howard presented an exciting and motivational address. Learn more about Phil, his family and his Exchange Club journey in the next issue of Exchange Today Magazine! Saturday evening, Phil Howard was installed as the 97th President of The National Exchange Club. Phil is a member of the Exchange Club of Donelson-Hermitage Area, Tennessee. Scot Warren, of the Exchange Club of Naperville, Illinois, was installed as National President-Elect; Jim Ruzon, of the Exchange Club of Joliet, Illinois, renewed his oath of office as National Treasurer; Tracey Edwards renewed her oath as Chief Executive Officer; and Elizabeth Grantham, of the Exchange Clubs of Isle of Palms, Cane Bay and Evening, Charleston, South Carolina, was installed as Immediate Past National President. The following individuals were elected as Regional Vice President:

John Blythe, Region 1, Kern Valley, California

Dennis Koch, Region 3, Quincy, Illinois

Susan Schwartz, Region 5, Memorial Houston and Phoenix Houston, Texas

Jeff Young, Region 7, Johnson County, Hancock County and Lawrence, Indiana

Kathy Mize-Plummer, Region 9, Northeast Petersburg and Harbor North Pinellas, Florida

Bob Moore, Region 11, Suffolk and Wythe, Hampton, Virginia

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Regional Vice Presidents elected last year in Houston, Texas, renewed their oath of office:

Jerry Thompson, Region 2, Networking, Salem/Keizer, Oregon

Carolyn Geisert, Region 4, Greeley and Union Colony, Greeley, Colorado

Wayne Tucker, Region 6, Donelson-Hermitage Area, Tennessee

Barbara Orr, Region 10, Mooresville/Lake Norman, North Carolina

Bill Solder, Region 12, Norwalk, Connecticut Ray Carlson, of the Exchange Club of Santa Rosa, California, was re-elected by fellow Trustees to serve a second term as President of the NEC Foundation Board of Trustees; Marc Schwartz, of the Exchange Clubs of Memorial Houston and Phoenix Houston, Texas, was elected by Trustees to serve as Vice-President; NEC National Treasurer Jim Ruzon, of Joliet, Illinois, was elected NEC Foundation Treasurer; and Chief Executive Officer Tracey Edwards, Greater Maumee Bay, Ohio, will continue to serve as Secretary. Other Trustees include:

Gerald Franklin, Houston, Texas

Elizabeth Grantham, Isle of Palms, Cane Bay and Evening Charleston, South Carolina

Kim Hodges, Utah Valley, Utah

Bill Trimble, Downtown Hampton and Wythe Hampton, Virginia

Events held during the convention raised more than $90,000 for the NEC Foundation. Donations included funds raised from the live and silent auctions, as well as other events held throughout the convention. Thank you for your generous contributions! Be sure to visit the NEC website at: www.nationalexchangeclub.org, where convention photos will soon be available. Contact: admin@nationalexchangeclub.org

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The 2017 National A.C.E. of the Year Award was presented to Curtis James “CJ” Miller,

sponsored by the Exchange Club of Detroit #1, Michigan, and the Michigan District!

The 2017 Youth of the Year Award was presented to Vismaya Kharkar,

sponsored by the Exchange Club of

Salt Lake City and the Rocky Mountain District!

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NATIONAL BOARD MEETS IN JACKSONVILLE Members of the National Board of Directors gathered at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, for their annual Pre- and Post-Convention meetings. Board members focused on issues in Exchange and heard year-end reports from National Committees. The following actions and recommendations were addressed:

Moved to disband the following clubs in violation of the Bylaws as a result of delinquent accounts: East Hartford, CT, chartered 5.24.28; 2 members; $437.00 dues, $19.69 finance charge = $456.69 Excel, Providence School of Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL; chartered 8.28.14; 29 members; $348.00 dues, $23.23 finance charge = $371.23 North Bay Area, MS; chartered 6.4.15; 8 members; $1,116.25 dues, $74.77 finance charge = $1,192.02

Considered a motion recommending approval of Proposed Amendment No. 1, to Article IX, Section 2,

of the National Bylaws, which, if passed, would add a phrase “shall have been an Active member in good standing of an Exchange Club for a minimum of eight (8) years,”. The board chose not to recommend approval. Motion failed. (Let the record show that this amendment was presented to convention delegates on July 13 and approved after being amended to a minimum of five (5) years.) Considered a motion recommending approval of Proposed Amendment No. 2, to Article IX, Section 2, of the National Bylaws, which, if passed, would add a phrase “shall have built and chartered a new Exchange Club or have been awarded a 10-member pin,”. Motion failed. (Let the record show that this amendment was also presented to convention delegates on July 13 and failed.)

Approved amending language to NEC Policy Statement No. 2.7, Training of District Presidents-Elect, by

adding a sentence, “Should an individual have served a prior term (or terms) as District President or District President-Elect, The National Exchange Club is not required to cover expenses for additional Leadership Training.”; so that Policy 2.7, as approved, reads:

TRAINING OF DISTRICT PRESIDENTS-ELECT

Either prior to succeeding to the office of District President, or within 90 days of assuming the authority of the District President, all in accordance with the District Bylaws as the same may be amended by the National Board of Directors, a District President-Elect shall complete a Leadership Training conducted by The National Exchange Club, its employees, volunteers and/or representatives to assist and train said persons in the performance of their duties. The National Exchange Club President or Executive Vice President will set the time, place and trainers for said Leadership Training. The National President or Executive Vice President can grant temporary waivers from this requirement. Should an individual have served a prior term (or terms) as District President or District President-Elect, The National Exchange Club is not required to cover expenses for additional Leadership Training. Adopted: National Board of Directors Toledo, Ohio, September 18, 2004 Amended: National Board of Directors Jacksonville, Florida, July 12, 2017

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Adopted Convention Standing Rules and Caucus Rules for the convention.

Passed a motion to allow the Executive Vice President of The National Exchange Club to use the title

“Chief Executive Officer”.

Unanimously approved a Resolution supporting National President Designate G. Phil Howard in the new administrative year.

Contact: admin@nationalexchangeclub.org 2017 COURT OF HONOR INDUCTEES ANNOUNCED

Dennis Koch Joe Nickels Don Wright

The Court of Honor is the highest and most lasting recognition of dedication to the ideal of “Unity for Service.” It was established as a way to honor and pay tribute to Exchange Club members who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to the ideals and mission of The National Exchange Club. At the 99th National Convention in Jacksonville, Florida, the names of three individuals were announced at Saturday evening’s banquet:

Dennis Koch – Quincy, Illinois Joe Nickels – Chico, California Don Wright – Murfreesboro and West Wilson County, Tennessee

Upon induction into the Court of Honor, the name of each honoree will be permanently inscribed on one of the granite pylons located in the courtyard at National Headquarters in Toledo, Ohio. In addition, each honoree will receive a

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statuette and lapel pin. This year’s special induction ceremony will take place at National Headquarters on Saturday afternoon, October 14, 2017, beginning with a reception at 4 p.m. and a ceremony to follow at 5. A celebratory dinner will be held that evening to honor the inductees at the Sheraton Detroit Metro Airport Hotel, the site of the Fall National Leadership Summit. Due to a conflict in his schedule, Honoree Don Wright is unable to attend this year’s induction. He will be formally inducted at the 2018 ceremony. Contact: admin@nationalexchangeclub.org NEW CLUBS CHARTERED – 2016/2017 No. DATE NAME MBRS SPONSOR DISTRICT BUILDERS

1 8.24.16 Exchange Junior Excel Club of Esteban Rosado Baez, Mayaguez, PR

15 Mayaguez, PR Puerto Rico Priscilla Esteves Robert Quintero- Negron

2 9.22.16 Exchange Excel Club of High School United Teens Service, Copperas Cove, TX

22 Noon, Copperas Cove, TX

Texas Mike Blount Charles Lyons Dorothy Lyons

3 10.4.16 Exchange Club of Laurel, MS 33 Gulfport, Perry County & Picayune, MS

Mississippi John Blake Randall Walters

4 10.12.16 Exchange Junior Excel Club of John K. Tarbox, Lawrence, MA

19 Lawrence, MA New England Bruce Baril

5 10.17.16 Exchange Junior Excel Club of Alexander B. Bruce, Lawrence, MA

17 Lawrence, MA New England Bruce Baril

6 11.4.16 The Citadel Collegiate Exchange Club of Charleston, SC

15 Charleston, SC South Carolina Mike Alford Tom Clark Dan McQueeney Jay Wallace

7 11.15.16 Exchange Club of McNairy County, TN

31 Jackson, TN Tennessee Tammy Boyd Tawnya Moore Pam Nash Kirk Newcom Randy Wallace

8 1.24.17 Exchange Club of Sacramento, CA 17 Chico, CA Sierra Pacific Rod Malloy Joe Nickels Randy Reed Jack Ruzic

9 2.13.17 Collegiate Exchange Club of Union University, Jackson, TN

15 Jackson, TN Tennessee Tammy Boyd Deborah Isbell Tawnya Moore Chris Ramey

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No. DATE NAME MBRS SPONSOR DISTRICT BUILDERS

10 2.23.17 Crossroads of America Exchange Club of Terre Haute, IN

33 Indiana District Indiana Nikki Simpson Ken Warner

11 2.27.17 Exchange Excel Club of Winnebago Lutheran Academy, Fond du Lac, WI

56 Fond du Lac, WI Wisconsin/ Upper Peninsula

Gregg Glish Randy Martin

12 3.1.17 Exchange Junior Excel Club of Grace Lutheran School, Jacksonville, FL

33 Jacksonville, FL Florida Dave Ledbetter Sharon Ledbetter

13 3.1.17 Collegiate Exchange Club of Trinity Baptist College, Jacksonville, FL

19 Jacksonville, FL Florida Mac Heavener David Ledbetter

14 3.14.17 Harbor Exchange Club of North Pinellas, FL

29 Northeast, St. Petersburg, FL

Florida Kathy Plummer Kevin Yeager

15 3.28.17 Collegiate, The University of Houston, TX

17 Memorial Houston and Fort Bend, TX

Texas/Louisiana Gulf Coast

Kirby Lammers Mike Reichek Marc Schwartz Susan Schwartz

16 4.5.17 Exchange Excel Club of Billings Central Catholic High School, Billings, MT

24 Breakfast, Billings, MT

Yellowstone Katie Dutton John McCalla Lisa McDaniel Leif Welhaven David Weller

17 4.5.17 Exchange Club of Laurel, MT 18 Breakfast, Billings, MT

Yellowstone Leif Welhaven David Weller

18 4.10.17 Exchange Junior Excel Club of West Ward, Killeen, TX

18 Killeen, TX Texas Maureen Adams Teresa Garvin Maureen Jouett Geraldine Lorio Dick Young

19 5.8.17 Exchange Club of Washtenaw County, MI

16 Detroit, MI Michigan Michael Anspach Stanley Chase Dominic Sarvello Betty Wright

20 5.18.17 Exchange Excel Club of Bristol Central High School, Bristol, CT

16 Bristol, CT Connecticut Jack Ferraro Richard Harlow Bill Solder

21 5.19.17 Exchange Club of Westport, CT 16 Norwalk, CT Connecticut Joe Dudek Bill Solder

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No. DATE NAME MBRS SPONSOR DISTRICT BUILDERS

22 5.25.17 Ranger Exchange Excel Club of Richland High School, Richland, MS

17 Richland, MS Mississippi April and Randall Walters

23 6.21.17 Exchange Club of Fishers, IN 16 Indiana District and Noon, Anderson, IN

Indiana Bonny Clark Andrea Eldon

24 6.26.17 Phoenix Exchange Club of Houston, TX

14 Memorial Houston, TX

Texas/Louisiana Gulf Coast

Marc and Susan Schwartz

25 6.27.17 After Hours Exchange Club of Greater Fort Bend, TX

19 Sugar Land, TX Texas/Louisiana Gulf Coast

Kevin Barker Margo Pasko Carlos Perez Mike Reichek

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NEW CLUBS TO START OUT STRONG 2017/2018 guidelines will require starting a new club with 20 members. It has been proven that building new clubs with more members from its initial stages helps new clubs continue on with a stronger club. The club builders and members are in “recruiting mode” and should continue recruiting year round. Once the club has its Permanent Origination Meeting (P.O.M.) and is chartered with at least 20 members, the club will have another 30 days to recruit more charter members. In other words, any member to join 30 days after P.O.M. is also considered a charter member. This should be used as an incentive for recruiting. For example; start with 20 members and each member is to bring 1 new member in the next 30 days. This will double the club size -- resulting in a 40 member club! Use being a “charter member” as an incentive to join this new and exciting club! After 30 days have a celebration for ALL charter members! For more information on New Club Building or Recruiting, contact: Growth@NationalExchangeClub.org. EXCHANGE UNIVERSITY Exchange University is a valuable online training resource available to all Exchange Club members. Not only is this educational opportunity an important training tool designed to assist officers and directors in their leadership roles, it is also a requirement for many national awards, including:

Distinguished Club President Award

Distinguished Club Secretary Award

Distinguished Club Treasurer Award

Distinguished District Director Award

The submission of officer election reports each year (due by April 30) to National Headquarters, initiates the automatic enrollment of a club’s President, Secretary, Treasurer and District Directors. Please check your membership records to verify we have accurate email addresses for these individuals. Although these courses may be taken anytime throughout the year, completion of a course is required by August 1st if an officer desires to achieve any of the above awards. Courses are conducted online; each concludes with a multiple choice test. Certificates are mailed upon completion. Contact: memberservices@nationalexchangeclub.org

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34th CAP SYMPOSIUM A SUCCESS! The 2017 National Exchange Club Annual Child Abuse Prevention Symposium was held in Jacksonville, FL, in conjunction with the National Exchange Club Convention. More than 80 people attended, representing 31 Exchange CAP Centers. Symposium attendees express deep appreciation to the NEC Board of Directors and the NEC Foundation Board of Trustees for their dedication to our CAP Center Network, as demonstrated in their financial commitment to support Symposium and nearly $26,000 awarded in scholarships to centers! The NEC Foundation sponsored the cost of this event in the amount of approximately $50,000. Comments and evaluations were overwhelmingly positive. Many additional remarks expressed the value in networking opportunities and sharing between participants. The Symposium Opening Session with Detective Rich Wistocki was very well received. He shared valuable information and strategies on protecting our children from predators using “sexting” and the Internet to manipulate and assault. He was also the featured speaker for the National Project Luncheon. Many CAP Centers and Exchange Clubs expressed great interest in bringing Detective Wistocki to their communities. Participants attended workshops with topics, such as: “Fundraising and Board Development”, “Behind Closed Doors – The Silent Victims of Domestic Violence”, “Family Engagement Strategies”, “Exchange Parent Aide – Recognizing the Value and Dignity of all Families”, “Common Ground for Protecting and Strengthening Families”, “Infant Mental Health”, “Mental Health Issues in Families”, and “Lost Connections: How Children Get Their Negative Labels”. The CAP Symposium provided an excellent opportunity for CAP Centers to be involved with Exchange leadership and the many Exchange Club members attending the annual NEC Convention. The speakers, workshops and networking were invaluable. Frequent comments heard throughout the week were: “This has been a great event” and “Thank you for this wonderful opportunity!” Contact: cap@nationalexchangeclub.org LILIA ANGARITA – EXCHANGE PARENT AIDE OF THE YEAR This year’s Exchange Parent Aide of the Year Award recipient, Lilia Angarita, has worked as a volunteer parent aide for more than 16 years, working with 720 families and over 2,000 children. She demonstrates empathy, compassion and openness, and diligently works to develop trusting relationships with families. She is a fierce advocate for families and changes their lives for generations, creating healthy family traditions that are passed down instead of child abuse and neglect. The Exchange Parent Aide of the Year Award has been developed to recognize the outstanding efforts of our parent aids across the country. Their selfless service has made a difference in the lives of children and families. The award seeks to honor a Parent Aide that has gone above and beyond expectations in engaging challenging families, and using creativity in accessing and developing resources for families. Ms. Angarita is a stellar example of the Exchange Parent Aide in action. Contact: cap@nationalexchangeclub.org EXCEL CLUB MANAGEMENT Exchange Excel and Junior Excel Club dues billing occurs each year on October 1. Exchange Mentors/Advisors are encouraged to see that adjustments are made for graduates before October 1. As with traditional clubs,

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member dues cover the period until the next billing. Clubs find it easier to make Excel membership adjustments by dropping and adding members consecutively at the beginning of the school year as new members join the club. Contact: memberservices@nationalexchangeclub.org. MAKE PAYING DUES EASY FOR YOUR MEMBERS! Would your members like to pay their dues electronically or by credit card? The National Exchange Club is committed to providing the best customer service to its local clubs. To help achieve this ongoing mission, the NEC would like to inform clubs of a few ways that may be used to collect dues payments from members. Authorize.net Payment Gateway Accept payments anywhere! Authorize.net is a safe, secure website that allows clubs to accept credit card and electronic check payments. This service will allow the club to automatically bill its members and better maintain its membership roster. There is a set-up fee, in addition to monthly costs. There is also a fee per transaction and a batch fee. The club should first create an account with the Authorize.net website by entering the club’s name, billing address, phone number, and bank account information. Members have the option of either paying with a credit card or through direct withdraw. Members can indicate the amount and frequency of their automatic payments. Credit Card Readers for Smartphones and Tablets PayPal Here, Intuit Go Payment, and Square are examples of credit card readers for smartphones and tablets that can be utilized by club treasurers to collect credit card payments from members. After downloading the credit card reader app of choice to their phone or tablet, the club treasurer will enter the club’s bank account information. Most services will send a free credit card reader to the given mailing address when the app is installed. The reader fits into the headphone jack of the smartphone or tablet. To accept payments, open the app and enter the amount that the member pays for dues, then swipe his or her credit card. The payment will be transferred to the club’s bank account. There is a fee on each transaction. ACH Payment Transfers ACH payments, which take the place of writing paper checks, are automatic transfers of money from one bank account to another. Most banks offer ACH transfers. On the ACH transactions section of club’s online banking account, the club treasurer should enter the name and bank account information for each member. Each member will indicate to the club treasurer the amount and frequency of this automatic payment for his or her dues to the club. Please contact your bank should you need any assistance.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT PAYING CLUB AND DISTRICT ACCOUNTS As a reminder, clubs and districts may pay their NEC balances online easily by following this link: http://www.nationalexchangeclub.org/pay/ Please note that this link is different than that which was used previously. Should you have any questions, please contact: financial@nationalexchangeclub.org.

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August CAP Center Anniversaries (25 years or more, 5-year increments)

Exchange Club Center of Elkhart County, IN

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August Exchange Club Anniversaries (25 years or more, 5-year increments)

Fresno, CA 95 8.25.22 Cedartown, GA 90 8.4.27 Greater Newtown, PA 80 8.19.37 Jonesboro, AR 70 8.29.47 Waynesboro, GA 70 8.29.47 Idaho Falls, ID 65 8.29.52 Northwoods, Jackson, MS 55 8.18.62 Flagstaff, AZ 40 8.6.77 Crossgates, MS 40 8.27.77 Greater Memphis, TN 40 8.27.77 Greater Maumee Bay, OH 30 8.20.87

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THANK YOU! Thank you to all who contributed to the National Exchange Club Foundation throughout Exchange’s National Convention! Because of the generosity of the convention attendees, more than $90,000 was raised to support Exchange’s Programs of Service and our National Project, the prevention of child abuse. Thanks to those that supported our first ever Bid from the Heart – especially Gerald Franklin and Ray Carlson! Their generous matching gifts added to the fun and spirit of the convention. And a special thank you to our auction team – Kathy Mize-Plummer, Nancy Britt, Dawn Portner, and Sharon Howard – and the entire team of volunteers for making the convention fundraising events a huge success! Contact: development@nationalexchangeclub.org.

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AWARDS HIGHLIGHT NATIONAL SERVICE AWARD – Exchange Clubs listed below have achieved the National Service Award since July 1, 2017. When clubs earn one patch in each of the four service areas and sponsor any two additional projects, they receive a National Service Award Banner (first-time winners) and National Service Award Banner Patch. Winners are based on program and activities applications received at National Headquarters by June 30.

Earning this award demonstrates a commitment to Exchange and its Vision – A Strong America, safe communities and unified people. Congratulations and thank you to these clubs and their members! July 1-31, 2017 –

Oxford, MS

Mitchell, SD

Noon, Copperas Cove, TX

Noon, Garland, TX

Temple-Belton, TX

Hampton Roads Networking, VA

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IN SYMPATHY Robert “Bob” Donahue – Bob Donahue, 2017/2018 Sierra Pacific District President, was born on February 1, 1947, and passed away unexpectedly on July 21, 2017. He was a member of the Exchange Club of Durham, CA, and was serving as the Sierra Pacific District President. He was very instrumental in the process of planning The National Exchange Club’s 100th Convention, scheduled to take place in Reno, Nevada, in 2018. He was raised in Auburn and graduated from Placer High School. Bob graduated from San Jose State University with a degree in parks management and was employed as a park ranger in Santa Clara County. Bob moved to Chico in 1980. He was hired as the first park ranger in Bidwell Park in 1989, having retired after close to 20 years in that position. During his career as Bidwell Park’s beloved “Ranger Bob”, he loved sharing the treasures that could be discovered in the park. He proudly served as president of the California Park Rangers Association and was instrumental in training park rangers during his successful career. Bob was a kind-hearted man who was a friend to thousands of visitors of the park and served as Chico’s local ambassador of the community, and most of all, Bidwell Park. Ranger Bob loved his job and living in Chico and Durham for close to 40 years. His dedication to the local communities of Chico and Durham was evident in his willingness to serve on many boards including Durham Recreation & Parks District, and Big Brothers/Big Sisters. Bob was an avid golfer and a beloved Patrick Ranch Museum volunteer who never hesitated to lend a helping hand, even when museum events interfered with his tee times. Bob is survived by his lovely wife of 20 years, Susan; son, Bill; four grandsons: Brian (Jen), Nathan, Austyn and Devyn, of Sacramento; his brother, Jim, of Auburn; and sisters-in-law, Carole, of Hilo, and Sandra, of Oahu. A celebration of life in honor of Bob was held August 26, 2017, at the Patrick Ranch Museum in Durham. Condolences may be sent to Susan at: 2335 Via Calle Court, Durham, CA 95938; or visit the Brusie Funeral Home site at: http://www.brusiefh.com/obituaries/Robert-Donohue-3/. The family has requested donations be made in Bob’s memory to the Exchange Club of Durham, Patrick Ranch Museum or The National Exchange Club Foundation. Harry G. Robinson, Sr. – Harry G. Robinson, Sr., 93, of Houston, Mississippi, died July 10, 2017, in Fort Smith, AR. He was born February 7, 1924, in West Point, Mississippi, to William Alec and Serena Gates Robinson. Harry was a father, mentor, grandpa, veteran, husband, friend to all and a hero to many. Harry was named after his mother's brother Harry Gates. He was a veteran of the United States Marines and served in WWII and the Korean War. Harry truly loved America and Ole' Glory. He received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting from Mississippi State University and was a retired Accountant. Harry was a member of the Exchange Club of Houston, and served two terms as Mississippi District President in 2002/2003 and 2004/2005. He served on the Board of Directors for the Prevention of Child Abuse of North MS. Harry received the Golden Deeds Award from the Exchange Club in 1980. He was President of Pushmataha Boy Scout Council and received the Boy Scouts of

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America Silver Beaver Award and the James E. West Fellow Award. Harry loved the Mississippi State Bulldogs and served as the MSU Alumni Association-President of Chickasaw County. Harry cites being elected Mayor of the City of Houston in 1973 as the most thrilling time of his life. His good reputation of truth, honesty and faithful services won him two terms as Mayor. First and foremost, in Harry's life, he was a Christian, Gideon, Deacon, ordained at the age of 25 at Siloam Baptist Church, served as a Sunday School Director, Department Director, Brotherhood Director, and faithful servant of First Baptist Church of Houston, MS. He is survived by his wife, Ila Mae of Houston, MS; one son, Harry G. Robinson Jr. (Nancy) of Fort Smith; three step-daughters, Rhonda Rodgers (Billy) of Pontotoc, MS, Annelyn Edwards of McKinney, TX, and Dyanne Smith Giacomelli of Houston, TX; and his grandchildren who lovingly called him "Big Daddy", Renee Durham (Scott), Sara Robinson, Amanda Mendenhall (Kevin), Tripp Smith, Collier Smith (Julie), Katie Robinson (Katie), Brooke Edwards, Martin Rodgers (Jennifer)and Ryan Rodgers, Kellye Smith Dumas; and 20 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Harmon A. Robinson and William Clay Robinson Memorial Services were held Friday morning, July 28, 2017, at First Baptist Church, 201 West Madison, Houston, MS. Condolences may be sent to Ila Mae and family at: 226 Woodland Circle, Houston, MS 38851-3026. The family requests any donations in Harry’s memory to: First Baptist Church, 201 West Madison Street, Houston, MS 38851; or visit Houston Funeral Home’s website at: http://www.houstonfuneralhomems.com/guest_book/obituary_details.php?oid=601. Tommy Barrett – Tommy Barrett, age 92, passed away peacefully at St. Dominic’s Hospital in Jackson, MS, July 23, 2017. Tommy served as President of the Mississippi District in 1979/1980, and was a former member of the Exchange Club of Grenada, first joining in 1964. He was a recipient of the club’s Book of Golden Deeds. Tommy served in the U.S. Army during World War II in the Philippines and always wore his veteran’s hat signifying his pride of service. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Grenada where he taught Sunday school, served as lay leader and a choir member. His ministry to the Methodist community also included serving as the District Representative for Methodist Men and a member of the Mississippi Methodist Conference Finance and Administration Committee. He was a former chair of the Board of the MS Schools for the Blind and Deaf. Tommy also served as president of the Grenada Chapter of Gideons International. Tommy is preceded in death by his parents, Marcus and Vera Barrett; and his two brothers, Marcus Barrett and James Barrett. He is survived by his loving wife of 69 years Freddie Barrett and daughter, Pshon Barrett. He is also survived by adoring nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. Funeral services were July 25, 2017 at First United Methodist Church in Grenada. Interment followed in the Grenada Memorial Garden. Memorials may be directed to: Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675; or the charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be sent to Freddie at: 424 Townes Avenue, Grenada, MS 38901-5214; or, online at: www.mckibbenandguinn.com. Please keep these families in your thoughts and prayers.

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EXCHANGE LEADERS’ CALENDAR AND IMPORTANT DATES ***Requests for national representatives must be submitted to National Headquarters in writing.***

September 8-11 – Exchange Club of Tempe, Arizona’s 9/11 Memorial Flag Field; Tempe, AZ – National President Phil Howard October 12-15, 2017 – National Fall Leadership Summit, Sheraton Detroit Metro Airport Hotel; Romulus, MI (2017/2018 District Presidents; National Board of Directors Fall Meeting; and Court of Honor Induction) Attention 2017/2018 District Presidents – Funding will remain the same as in previous years: Each district will be responsible for transportation costs for their District President to attend this training event. October 22-26 – New Director Orientation Training for Exchange Club Child Abuse Prevention Center Directors; Holiday Inn Express and Suites – Toledo West; Toledo, OH. November 8-12 – Northeast Exchange Club of St. Petersburg, Florida’s Annual Ribfest; St. Petersburg, FL – National President Phil Howard 11.9, Thursday – 8 a.m. Seminole Business Master’s club meeting 12 noon, St. Petersburg club meeting Afternoon, visit local Center Evening, “Fence-Up” and kick-off dinner 11.10, Friday – Tour Children’s Hospital 11.10 – 11.12, Friday-Sunday Attend Ribfest 2017; Vinoy Park January 11-14, 2018 –National Mid-Year Leadership Summit, Nugget Casino Resort; Reno, NV (2018/2019 District Presidents; and National Board of Directors Mid-Year Meeting) Attention 2018/2019 District Presidents – Payment will remain the same as in previous years: The National Exchange Club will fund this District President-Elect training event. Additional information will be made available when the Call to Meeting is issued. Future National Conventions: July 11-14, 2018 – 100th National Convention; Nugget Casino Resort; Reno, NV July 17-20, 2019 – 101st National Convention; Norfolk Sheraton Waterfront, Norfolk, VA July 22-25, 2020 – 102nd National Convention; Hotel Eleganté Conference and Event Center; Colorado Springs, CO IMPORTANT REMINDERS …

ATTENTION REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENTS, VOLUNTEER FIELD REPRESENTATIVES, DISTRICT PRESIDENTS AND DISTRICT PRESIDENTS-ELECT – Reports are due by the 5th of each month for Volunteer Field Representatives, District Presidents and District Presidents-Elect. Monthly reports are due from Regional Vice Presidents by the 7th of each month. The reports are a snapshot of activities in the past month. Please complete your report each month, as the information gathered is very valuable to your national leaders and staff.

Volunteer Field Representative reports:

Go to the Member Resources page on Exchange’s website at: https://members.nationalexchangeclub.org/content/member-resources – then to District Operations, click on More Resources and page down to VFR Monthly Report.

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District President and District President-Elect reports: Go to the Member Resources page on Exchange’s website at:

https://members.nationalexchangeclub.org/content/member-resources In District Operations, click on District President Report or District President-Elect Report. Once the report has been converted to a spreadsheet you, along with the individuals listed on

the top the report, will receive a copy. A summary of the report will be distributed to: Chief Executive Officer Executive Manager Growth Team National President National President-Elect

Your Regional Vice President VFR(s) in your district District President District President-Elect Immediate Past District President

Any questions should be directed to: growth@nationalexchangeclub.org.

Regional Vice Presidents should email reports to: 2016/2017 National President G. Phil Howard, gph323@aol.com 2017/2018 National President-Elect Scot Warren, swwarren@att.net Chief Executive Officer Tracey Edwards and Executive Manager Gail Weller,

admin@nationalexchangeclub.org

ATTENTION NEC FOUNDATION TRUSTEES – Monthly reports are due by the 7th; email to: NEC Foundation President Ray Carlson, rayc@rcmaps.com NEC Foundation Secretary Tracey Edwards, tedwards@nationalexchangeclub.org And, to: development@nationalexchangeclub.org

2017/2018 YOUTH OF THE YEAR ESSAY THEME – Strengthening America Through Socially

Responsible Communities

THE 990 IRS FILING SITE is : www.irs.gov/990n; click on the link in the first paragraph to login and

start filing – Form 990-N Electronic Filing system (e-Postcard)

IRS MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT RATE FOR 2017 – The IRS has adjusted its optional standard mileage rate to $0.54/mile for 2017. The National Exchange Club’s policy is to reimburse board members for Exchange-related travel up to their budget at a rate that is half of that of the IRS, or $0.27/mile.

LEADING A SUCCESSFUL CLUB AND DISTRICT GUIDES are available online through the Member Resources page. These guides (formerly known as Club Leader/District Leader Planners) are extremely useful tools for all Exchange Club leaders, as they plan and execute their club/district year. Also, available through Member Resources is the indispensable Planning Year Calendar! The calendar is available in a printable format, as well as an interactive Google calendar. These calendars are Exchange Year-focused (July-June) and include important dates for all clubs/districts and members. To access these planning tools, you must login to the Member Resources page of Exchange's website.

TELECONFERENCE SERVICES – Teleconference meetings provide a very reliable, cost-effective way to bring district members together and keep the lines of communication open. Your National Headquarters will be happy to assist you in setting up a call. Let us know the date and time for your meeting; we will provide you with a toll-free dial-in number and passcode each person will use to access the call. Calls are invoiced at five cents per person per minute. To schedule a call, please email Executive Manager Gail Weller at: gweller@nationalexchangeclub.org.

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HEADQUARTERS CONTACT INFORMATION Below is a list identifying various departments and areas of responsibility at the National Headquarters office. Phone – 419.535.3232. To place or inquire about an Exchange MarketPlace order, please visit: shop@nationalexchangeclub.org. The National Exchange Club Administrative/Executive admin@nationalexchangeclub.org Tracey Edwards, Chief Executive Officer Gail Weller, Executive Manager

Organizational administration and governance

Bylaw and policy information

National representative assignments; travel authorizations

Monthly Currents newsletter Child Abuse Prevention Services cap@nationalexchangeclub.org Genevieve Stults, Director Julie Odorzynski, CAP Services Specialist

CAP program information; program development

Exchange Club Center services Club/Member Development & Events growth@nationalexchangeclub.org Louise Kachmarik, Membership Development Manager

National club building

Leadership and member development

Volunteer Field Representatives

Meeting/conference/convention planning Communications commun@nationalexchangeclub.org magazine@nationalexchangeclub.org Kristie Lindau, Director Gayle Heer, Communications Manager

Publications and Exchange Today magazine

Public and media relations

NEC website

Biographical information and photo archives

Finance financial@nationalexchangeclub.org Roda Charney, Senior Financial Specialist Jackie Lewis, Finance Manager

Accounting; accounts payable/receivable processing; IRS issues

Intellectual property management

Insurance

Human resources Member Services memberservices@nationalexchangeclub.org Sally Akers, Member Service Specialist Sheila Johnson, Member Service Specialist

Database maintenance; officer and address changes; membership and club records

Club and district historical information

Mailing label orders

General member service requests

National awards/Programs of Service

Supply orders and inquiries Physical Operations Jim Baer, Director Christina Pawlaczyk, Physical Operations Specialist

Printing of Exchange publications

District bulletin printing; kit assembly

Building maintenance

Supply and product fulfillment operations

Shipping and receiving The National Exchange Club Foundation development@nationalexchangeclub.org Debbie Baldwin, Development Manager

Donor development, corporate/foundation support

Fundraising events and planned giving