A last-minute substitution of our speaker brought Bob Wehrmann, member of Park Cities Rotary, and representative of USO DFW.  It is amazing to realize that an average of 600 guests are served by the facility, which is open 365 days annually.  Over 125,000 meals were served last year and the DFW facility is one of 200 centers worldwide.  As a Marine Mom, I have been a guest of similar facilities and know the impact of the volunteer agency to provide rest and respite to our troops and their families.  Funded by donations, members are encouraged not only to remember the service, but to seek ways to support financially and with in-kind donations.
 
Paul Harris Fellow recognition was presented to Jason Dudley and Craig Buffington by our Foundation Chair, Brandy Miles. Several members with high Paul Harris point levels have offered to donate those points and we look forward to additional presentations in the coming weeks. 
 
Over $260 was raised for Nicaragua school uniform purchases, which represents 13 or more young people who will be clothed to attend school.  Further funds were provided for books and school supplies and will be carried to the region by our team of Art Bourgeault and Glenn Hunihan in March.