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Iowa Meeting Survey Results
State and Provincial Secretaries (both Aerie and Auxiliary) who attended the July
meeting in Iowa and had a valid email address listed in MMS were invited to participate
in a post-meeting survey. The results, along with a letter from GWP Mike Lagervall
and GMP Jean Kerr, are posted here. If you have any comments or questions, please
email diabetesresearchcenter@foe.com.
FOE Leadership Meets in Iowa
State and Provincial Secretaries from across the jurisdiction joined leaders of
both the Grand Aerie and Grand Auxiliary in Iowa City for a special meeting on Saturday,
July 10. Among the primary topics of discussion was the campaign to develop The
Fraternal Order of Eagles Diabetes Research Center at The University of Iowa. The
morning session was hosted by the University, and included an in-depth look at ongoing
plans on location. Construction of the building which will house many research facilities,
including our Diabetes Research Center, is under way with completion anticipated
in approximately three years. The University’s live web feed of the construction
site is posted on this page.
During the afternoon session, FOE leadership shared various updates. Speakers included
Grand Worthy President Mike Lagervall, Grand Madam President Jean Kerr, and DRC
Campaign Co-Directors Tom McGrath and Bettie Clark. Much information was shared,
and attendees are now sharing that information in their local and state jurisdictions.
One focal point of the discussions was two proposals to levy a surcharge in order
to fund the DRC effort on an annual basis. While resolutions were prepared by both
California and Vermont, the California proposal is the resolution of choice, and
will reach the floor at the International Convention this summer. Following the
Iowa meeting, GWP Mike Lagervall and GMP Jean Kerr issued a letter (link below)
and a copy of the California resolution to all State Secretaries.
FOE leaders welcome your review and comments as we move toward Convention. To share
your input, click here.
DRC Donations Climb Through Conventions
States and provinces across the jurisdiction have reached incredible milestones
through June as the membership works to continue the drive to develop The Fraternal
Order of Eagles Diabetes Research Center at The University of Iowa.
Here are some notable happenings at state conventions:
- Vermont - Vermont reported that Vermont contributions this weekend
for the FOE Diabetes Research Center reached a total representing $5 per member
for every Vermont Aerie and Auxiliary member.
- Ohio - The Ohio State Aerie and Auxiliary voted on the floor to
approve a donation of $225,000 in support of The Fraternal Order of Eagles Diabetes
Research Center at their convention in Columbus. Thank you Ohio!
- Iowa - Through hard work and dedicated commitment of Eagles across
the area, the State of Iowa presented a check in support of The Fraternal Order
of Eagles Diabetes Research Center amounting to $215,162. Dr. John Stokes was on
hand to applaud this incredible effort.
Do you have similar news from your state? Please share it with us
diabetesresearchcenter@foe.com.
DRC in the Spotlight at International Convention
In order to keep The Fraternal Order of Eagles Diabetes Research Center in the forefront,
A number of unique events have been planned at the 2010 International Convention.
Here is a preview of new programs at the Aug. 16-19 Convention in Louisville. All
of the offerings will run from 1-4 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, and 8-10 a.m. Wednesday
in the hotel Exhibit Hall. There is no pre-registration, so please visit us on site!
Ask the Doctor
Do you have questions about diabetes? Dr. John Stokes, longtime Eagle and renowned
University of Iowa medical researcher, will be available early in the week to speak
with visitors in private, one-on-one sessions. To reserve your free appointment,
stop by The Fraternal Order of Eagles Diabetes Research Center display area in the
Exhibit Hall.
Tell Your Story
You’ve heard about the “Faces of Diabetes” photo collection. Here’s your chance
to be a part of the campaign and help us reach our goal. We continue to collect
photos of Eagles and their family members who live each day as diabetics. During
specific convention hours, we’ll be equipped to take photographs or shoot video
as you share your story.
Take a Test
Clinicians from Louisville’s Jewish Hospital and St. Mary’s Health Care are offering
free blood sugar screenings and blood pressure checks to all attendees. Stop by!
A Special Guest
Through our ongoing "Faces of Diabetes" collection, longtime Huntsville, Alabama,
Eagle Nancy Shalansky, we learned of the story of Amanda Christ, Shalansky's granddaughter
and a Type 1 diabetic. At the invitation of GWP Mike Lagervall and GMP Jean Kerr,
Amanda will join us at the Convention. Visit Amanda in the DRC area (Exhibit Hall)
from 1-4 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, and from 8-10 a.m. Wednesday. Read Amanda's story
here. And please
don't forget to tell us your story while you're in Louisville!
If you have questions or comments, please contact us diabetesresearchcenter@foe.com.
See you in Louisville!
Updates
Jean Kerr and Mike Lagervall are on site in Florida to rally the troops.
FOE Leadership Adopts "Every Eagle Counts" Campaign
Grand Aerie Leadership Monday rallied the troops to enlist full participation in
the newly launched "Every Eagle Counts" campaign. The renewed push to focus on fundraising
for The Fraternal Order of Eagles Diabetes Research Center at The University of
Iowa came at the quarterly board meeting in Sarasota, Fla. The goal of the campaign
is to raise $25 million to fund research at The University of Iowa, where the Eagles'
name will live forever as the donors of the funds to make a significant dream a
reality.
Iowa University News Release
Donate or Fundraise Now!
Join the Fraternal Order of Eagles and The University of Iowa in our quest to find
a cure for diabetes –
download a campaign pledge form. Complete the form and mail to:
Fraternal Order of Eagles - Attn: Diabetes Research Center
1623 Gateway Circle South
Grove City, Ohio 43123-9309
If you are sending a check please make out the check to The Fraternal Order
of Eagles Foundation, Inc. or FOE Foundation and include
Diabetes Research Center or DRC in the memo section
of the check to earmark your check for this charity project.