PHILIPSBURG:--- During the recent visit of Rotary District 7020 Governor Patrick Adizua to St. Maarten, while visiting The Rotary Club of St. Maarten-Mid Isle, he was asked to present four Paul Harris Fellow Awards on their behalf.
Individuals who have contributed more than $1000 to the Annual Program Fund, the Polio Plus Fund or the Humanitarian Grants Program of the Rotary Foundation are recognized as Paul Harris Fellows. Additionally, individual Rotary clubs may from time to time award the honor to individuals who meet high professional and personal standards set forth by Paul Harris. The recognition is not limited to Rotarians.
Asha Stevens was awarded a Paul Harris Fellow for her dedication and commitment to education here on St. Maarten. Asha has been involved in the development of educational progress on St. Maarten most of her adult life. Receiving his Paul Harris+5 was Foundation Chair David Antrobus, also receiving a Paul Harris Fellow were Past President Veronica Jansen-Webster and Treasurer Tony Da Cunha.
A Paul Harris Fellow receives a special certificate and a gold pin. At the discretion of the Fellow's club, they may also receive a gold medallion on a blue-and-gold ribbon.
Multiple-time Fellows are recognized as they continue to contribute. Additionally, Fellows receive recognition points which they may contribute towards the recognition of other members as Paul Harris Fellows.
The Rotary Club of St. Maarten-Mid Isle meets Tuesday at 7pm at Pineapple Pete in Simpson Bay. For more information please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit our face book page Rotary Club of St. Maarten-Mid Isle.
