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 Rotary District 5030 Year-End Club Celebration on June 16th
Please join me for the Rotary District 5030 Year-End Club Celebration on Monday, June 16th. It’s time for us to reflect on our accomplishments and get ready for the next Rotary Year. I’ve personally been inspired by visiting your clubs. You’ve shared your personal stories on what brought you to Rotary and why you stay. Our District is filled with members with incredible talent and passion. You continue to make a positive impact on your local communities and in the world. | ||
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 Finding Our Strength: How Technology, Structure, and Support Are Helping Rotary Clubs Thrive
Rotary Clubs are filled with passionate volunteers—individuals driven to serve their communities and make a global impact. Yet, like any volunteer organization, we often face the reality that time is limited, and the roles we take on may ask more of us than we feel equipped to deliver. Whether it’s managing membership, enhancing our club’s public image, or organizing service projects, the work can be both rewarding and daunting. The good news? We’re not alone—and it’s never been easier to manage the responsibilities that keep our clubs strong. | ||
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 District 5030 LIVE: Let AI Help Your Club ShineListed in this issue · 2025-05-15 📅 Wednesday, May 15 🕔 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT 📍 Online – Just visit District5030.org/LIVE Rotary clubs are doing incredible work—now let’s make sure the world sees it! In this month’s District 5030 LIVE session, the Public Image Committee will showcase practical AI tools and fresh creative strategies that can help your club: ✅ Tell compelling stories ✅ Create high-impact visuals ✅ Streamline communications ✅ Increase public awareness Whether you’re a club officer, social media manager, or just curious about using AI to make life easier— this session is for you. | ||
 Rotary District 5030 Year End Club CelebrationListed in this issue · 2025-06-16 Rotary District 5030 Year-End Celebration 🎉 A Night to Celebrate Our Clubs! 🎉 Join us for an unforgettable evening as we honor the heart of our District — our clubs! This year’s celebration is all about YOU. From inspiring service projects to incredible club culture, we’re shining the spotlight on the impact and spirit of Rotary across District 5030. When : Monday, June 16, 2025, 5:30pm Where : Doubletree Hotel, SeaTac 18740 International Blvd, Seattle, WA 98188 FAQs: Table of 10. Each person will receive dinner. NO host bar at event. | ||
 Seattle-International District DEI Book Group MeetingsListed in this issue · 2025-05-17 District 5030 DEl Book Reads May 17 – The Undocumented Americans by Karla Cornejo Villavicencio, one of the first undocumented immigrants to graduate from Harvard. A DACA when she decided to write about her own experience and that of others across the country. Best book of the Year by LA Times, NYTimes Book Review, NPR, The NY Public Library, Book Riot, Library Journal and TIME. The group reads discusses a variety of contemporary and award-winning fiction and non-fiction. Our goal is to deepen our understanding of Native and immigrant experience in this country. | ||
 Rotarians Inspired to Succeed & Engage (RISE) 2025Listed in this issue · 2025-04-09 For President Elects & Emerging Leaders Registration is now open for the 2025 RISE sessions. This 11-week virtual and in-person professional series integrates leadership best practices with Rotary principles. Each participant is paired with a Rotary mentor. Go online or use the QR code below to register for this amazing program. https://district5030.org/rise/ Registration Deadlines: COHORT 4 (NORTH): April 9 and 24, May 8 and 22, June 5, 12, and 16 Registration deadline: March 26, 2025 COHORT 5 (EASTSIDE): Sept. 11 and 18, Oct. 2 and 23, Nov. 6 and 20, and Dec. 4 Registration deadline: August 28, 2025 | ||
 RYLA NorthwestListed in this issue · 2025-06-05 Event: RYLA Northwest 📅 June 5 – 8, 2025 (Noon to Noon) 📍 YMCA Camp Colman Rotary Clubs are encouraged to sponsor high school students for the Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) conference . This transformative leadership experience helps young leaders develop essential skills through hands-on activities and mentorship. 🔗 Learn more about the program and eligibility at rylanw.org . 📩 Clubs interested in sponsoring students can contact the RYLA Northwest team at rylnorthwest@gmail.com . | ||
 Rotary’s Annual Diplomacy Day CelebrationListed in this issue · 2025-05-21 Hosted by the Rotary Club of Seattle, this annual event celebrates the diplomats serving in the Pacific Northwest. This year’s theme is: “Local Diplomacy: Welcoming the Career Diplomats Serving in Seattle”. Meet the career diplomats from Canada, Mexico, India, Japan, Korea and Taiwan. They will be participating in a roundtable discussion focused on the NW. All Rotarians and their guests are welcome. To reserve a lunch ticket in advance: Register Here | ||
 The Ugly Truth Campaign: Rotary’s fight to end sex traffickingListed in this issue · 2025-05-30 On May 30, the Rotary Club PNW Ending Sex Trafficking, featured in this month’s Rotary Magazine, is taking a first step in bringing to our area an ambitious assault on the myths that perpetuate sex trafficking. The campaign, entitled The Ugly Truth Campaign, was pioneered by the Sacramento Rotary Club in 2018. The campaign consists of billboard and public transportation advertising. Each ad states a myth about commercial sexual exploitation followed by the ugly truth. For example, Myth: It’s the world’s oldest profession–The Ugly Truth–It’s a dangerous form of exploitation. | ||
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 Introducing: The Many Faces of Rotary – A New Membership Video for District 5030
We are excited to announce the release of The Many Faces of Rotary, a powerful new video produced by Rotary District 5030 to showcase who we are, what we do, and why Rotary matters. This Public Image project was made possible with support from a grant from Rotary Zones 26/27 and highlights the essence of Rotary through real faces, real stories, and real impact. In just a few minutes, The Many Faces of Rotary brings to life the five pillars that define our District: Leadership : Where leaders unite to transform communities. | ||
 Building Tomorrow’s Leaders: How RYLA Northwest Inspires, Empowers, and Creates a Lasting Legacy
Every June, YMCA Camp Colman becomes a hub of inspiration as Rotarians, volunteers, and approximately 100 teenagers gather for the annual Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) hosted by Districts 5030 and 5020. This four-day, immersive program – RYLA Northwest – provides an intensive leadership experience designed to develop essential leadership skills and forge lasting connections among youth from both districts. Now in its 55th year, RYLA Northwest has empowered over 5,700 students through a unique blend of guest speakers, meaningful discussions, and both mental and physical challenges. | ||
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 Rotary District 5030: People of Action. Protectors of Our Planet.
Join Us for Rotary’s Epic Day of Service: Tackling Tire Pollution on Vashon-Maury Beaches Have you ever noticed old, abandoned tires scattered along our beautiful Puget Sound shorelines? On Vashon-Maury Island alone, more than 20 rogue tires were counted during just a few recent low-tide walks — stark reminders that marine pollution isn’t just an abstract issue. These tires aren’t only unsightly; they pose serious environmental risks. As tires break down, they leach hazardous chemicals into the water, release microplastics, and threaten vital marine life, from salmon to shellfish to seabirds. | ||
 Empowering Careers: Rotary Clubs Unite to Expand Employment Access for People with Disabilities
On April 17, the University Sunrise Rotary presented Mainstay at Seattle Central College with a Rotary Grant of $18,167 for the “Computers for Careers” project. With generous gifts from Rotary Clubs from all around the Greater Seattle area including the University Sunrise Rotary, University District Rotary, Rotaract at the University of Washington, Mercer Island Rotary Club, Lake Forest Park Rotary, Ballard Rotary, and Rotary International District 5030, Mainstay will be able to purchase 9 specialized, laptop computers that will allow job seekers with disabilities and their staff process require documentation and complete the job development process with mobility and accommodation.… | ||
 In Memory of Jan Milligan
A Beloved Rotarian and Champion for Youth and Community With heartfelt remembrance, we honor the life and legacy of Jan Milligan , a devoted member of the Rotary Club of Vashon and a cherished figure in the broader Vashon Island community. Jan passed away peacefully at home after a courageous battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of service, leadership, and compassion. Known affectionately as “Kanga” to generations of campers and colleagues, Jan dedicated much of her life to empowering youth. | ||
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