The document discusses stewardship as it relates to The Rotary Foundation. It defines stewardship and explains why it is important for Rotary clubs and members to practice good stewardship. Specifically, it outlines the responsibilities of clubs and members to ensure grant funds from The Rotary Foundation are used appropriately and for their intended purposes. It details the requirements for club qualification, including signing a memorandum of understanding that describes financial management plans and reporting any misuse of funds. The goal of stewardship is to maintain integrity and accountability in managing donations in a way that encourages continued donor support.
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Outline
The
what, why, when and how
of Stewardship
What is Stewardship?
Why apply Stewardship?
When Should we apply Stewardship?
How can we apply Stewardship?
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Historical Background
From old English st鱈weard, "hall, household" + weard
warden, keeper"; corresponding to Dutch: stadhouder,
German Statthalter "place holder". The Old English
term st鱈weard is attested from the 11th century.
Modern Definition
It is the responsible management and oversight of grant
funds, which ensures that funds are used properly and
benefit populations in need.
STEWARDSHIP
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As stewards of The Rotary Foundation,
the trustees are responsible to the donors to
demonstrate that donations were used
appropriately.
STEWARDSHIP - WHY
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STEWARDSHIP - WHY
The trustees rely on the integrity of the
clubs and Rotarians engaged in project
implementation to ensure that funds are
used effectively for the purpose for which
they were given.
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Simply because its the right thing to do and it
is part of our integral mission and core beliefs.
Plus
A donor who understands that funds were used
in an appropriate and responsible manner is
more likely to give to the Foundation again to
support projects.
STEWARDSHIP - WHY
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Treating TRF funds as a sacred trust
Competent and thorough supervision of
the project
Standard business practice
Reporting irregularity to TRF
Implementing projects as approved
STEWARDSHIP - HOW
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Provides clubs with financial and stewardship
controls for managing grant-funded activities
Clubs need to qualify before applying for global
grants
Clubs should:
Attend a Grant Management Seminar
Read, sign, and submit the club MOU to the
district
QUALIFICATION
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The club MOU is a binding agreement
between the club and its district. It
outlines Foundation requirements.
By signing the MOU, the club agrees to
comply with the requirements.
CLUB MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
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The 4-Way Test
Is it the truth?
Is it fair to all concerned?
Will it build goodwill and better
friendships?
Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
STEWARDSHIP - HOW
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Code of Conduct (previously Declaration
of Rotarians in Businesses and
Professions)
STEWARDSHIP - HOW
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As a Rotarian, I will:
1. Act with integrity and high ethical standards in my personal
and professional life.
2. Deal fairly with others and treat them and their occupations
with respect.
3. Use my professional skills through Rotary to mentor young
people, help those with special needs, and improve peoples
quality of life in my community and in the world.
4. Avoid behavior that reflects adversely on Rotary of other
Rotarians.
5. Not seek special business or professional advantages from
other Rotarians
ROTARY CODE OF CONDUCT
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As a Rotarian, I will:
1. Act with integrity and high ethical standards in my
personal and professional life.
2. Deal fairly with others and treat them and their
occupations with respect.
3. Use my professional skills through Rotary to mentor
young people, help those with special needs, and improve
peoples quality of life in my community and in the world.
4. Avoid behavior that reflects adversely on Rotary of other
Rotarians.
5. Not seek special business or professional advantages from
other Rotarians
ROTARY CODE OF CONDUCT
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Service Above Self
Beneficiaries should not contribute funds
to receive assistance.
Club must keep accurate, detailed records
of donations.
Reciprocal relationships should not be
formed.
Funds should be used for intended
purpose.
STEWARDSHIP - HOW
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Separate accounts should be established
for each grant
Payment should be made to a bank
account opened specifically for the
project
Project account name should be such
that it is easily identifiable with the club
and project
STEWARDSHIP - HOW
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Have Rotarians supervise each project
Implement projects as approved
Follow standard business practices
Report irregularities
Submit reports
Retain documents
STEWARDSHIP - HOW
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WHY REPORT
Share / celebrate successes
Communicates accomplishments to TRF
Demonstrates good use of funds
Provides transparency
Meets government requirements
Offers lessons learned
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Financial Records
Demonstrates that funds were used
effectively and efficiently
Meets the conditions of the grant award
Meets all legal requirements
Embodies trust and opens the door for
future projects
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OUR ROLE
We should fulfill:
Stewardship responsibilities
Reporting responsibilities
Partnership obligations
Legal obligations to TRF and local
government
Report misuse and suspected misuse of
funds to TRF
Prevent inappropriate use of funds
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CLUB QUALIFICATION MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING CLUB MOU
1. Club Qualification
2. Club Officer Responsibilities
3. Financial Management Plan
4. Bank Account Requirements
5. Report on Use of Grant Funds
6. Documents Retention
7. Reporting Misuse of Grant Funds
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MOU - Qualification
Upon successful completion of the
qualification requirements, the club will be
qualified for one Rotary year.
To maintain qualified status, the club must
comply with this MOU, any additional district
requirements, and all applicable TRF policies.
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The club is responsible for the use of funds
for club-sponsored grants, regardless of
who controls the funds.
Qualification may be suspended or revoked
for misuse or mismanagement of grant
funds
The club must cooperate with any financial,
grant, or operational audits.
MOU - Qualification
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MOU - Club Officer Responsibilities
Club must appoint at least one member to
implement, manage, & maintain the Club
qualification
Ensures that all TRF grants adhere to
stewardship measures & proper grant
management practices
Ensures that all individuals involved in a grant
conduct their activities in a way that avoids any
actual or perceived conflict of interest
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MOU - Written Financial Management Plan
Must include procedures to:
Maintain a standard set of accounts, a complete
record of all receipts and disbursements of grant
funds.
Disburse grant funds, as appropriate.
Maintain segregation of duties for handling funds.
Establish an inventory system for equipment and
other assets purchased with grant funds, and
maintain records for items that are purchased,
produced, or distributed through grant activities.
Ensure that all grant activities, including the
conversion of funds, comply with local law.
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MOU - Bank Account Requirements
Must have a dedicated bank account used solely
for receiving & disbursing TRF grant funds.
The club bank account must have a minimum of
two Rotarian signatories from the club for
disbursements
Any interest earned must be documented and
used for eligible, approved grant activities, or
returned to TRF.
Separate accounts for each club-sponsored grant.
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MOU - Bank Account Requirements
Name of the account should clearly identify its
use for grant funds.
Grant funds may not be deposited in
investment accounts such as mutual funds,
certificates of deposit, bonds, and stocks.
Bank statements must be available to support
receipt and use of TRF grant funds.
Club must maintain a written plan for
transferring custody of the bank accounts in the
event of a change in signatories.
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MOU Reporting / Document Retention
Project accomplishments
Rotarian involvement
Information on the beneficiary
Statement of income and expenses
Bank statement
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MOU We WILL REPORT
fraud
forgery
gross negligence
endangerment of health, welfare, or safety
of beneficiaries
Ineligible contributions
use of funds for personal gain
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undisclosed conflicts of interest
monopolization of grant funds by
individuals
report falsification
overpricing
acceptance of payments from beneficiaries
illegal activities
use of grant funds for ineligible purposes.
MOU WE WILL REPORT
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CLUB QUALIFICATION MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING CLUB MOU
1. Club Qualification
2. Club Officer Responsibilities
3. Financial Management Plan
4. Bank Account Requirements
5. Report on Use of Grant Funds
6. Documents Retention
7. Reporting Misuse of Grant Funds
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We now know What is Stewardship. we
further know Why we need it and When to
apply it.. and more importantly How to
apply it . not just in Rotary but in our lives.
Stewardship is a lifestyle of a Rotarian
Thank you
SESSION REVIEW
35. 2015
TRF SEMINAR
Nov 29, 2014 - Cairo, Egypt
STEWARDSHIP
.. a way of life
Some insights into
By Sherif Wissa
RC of Giza Metropolitan