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 Join Us for an Evening of Celebration, Fellowship, and Lasting Impact
One of the greatest privileges of serving as your District Governor is seeing firsthand the incredible difference Rotarians make every single day. Whether it’s providing clean water, supporting students, fighting disease, responding to disasters, or strengthening our own communities, our ability to serve begins with one remarkable resource— The Rotary Foundation . On Friday, October 16 , I hope you’ll join me at the DoubleTree SeaTac Ballroom for our District 5030 Rotary Foundation Gala —an evening dedicated to celebrating the generosity, compassion, and commitment of the Rotarians who make this work possible. | ||
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 Membership Begins With Belonging
Membership Begins With Belonging People rarely join Rotary because they need another meeting on their calendar. They join because they want their time to matter. They stay because they discover meaningful service, genuine friendships, and a place where their ideas and talents are valued. August is Membership and New Club Development Month—a time to celebrate the people who make Rotary possible while asking an important question: Are we creating the kind of experience that others will want to join? Growing Rotary is not simply about increasing numbers. It is about expanding our capacity to serve. | ||
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 Your Club Is Writing Its Legacy
Your website is the storyboard. Last month, we introduced PI Playbook with a simple idea: Every Rotary Club Has a Story Worth Telling. Who’s Hearing Yours? Each month, we’ll bring you practical ideas, creative inspiration, emerging trends, and easy-to-use tools to help your club tell its story. This month, during Membership Month , let’s take that idea a step further. Recently, I had the opportunity to attend the Zone Conference in Reno focused on Public Image, Membership, and Foundation . While each area has its own important role, one message really stood out: They aren’t three separate conversations. | ||
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 Connection: Rotary’s Greatest Membership Strategy
There is an old saying that people join organizations for a purpose, but they stay because of the people. That simple truth was on full display at the Rotary International Convention in Taipei. Yes, there were inspiring keynote speakers, thought-provoking breakout sessions, and opportunities to learn about incredible projects taking place around the world. But ask anyone from District 5030 what they will remember most, and chances are it won’t be a presentation. It will be the laughter shared over dinner. The conversations that lasted long after the sessions ended. | ||
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 Rotary District 5030 Foundation Gala Dinner – October 16, 2026Listed in this issue · 2026-10-16 Featuring Rotary International President Elect Larry Lundsford Friday, October 16, 2026 5:00 PM DoubleTree Hotel SeaTac $225 per person Register here: https://district5030.org/event-tickets/ Event Overview This special evening will celebrate and recognize District 5030 Rotarians who have increased their giving to the Rotary International Foundation and advanced to a new level of contribution. Honorees will receive stage recognition, meet RIPE Larry Lundsford, and receive a special thank-you gift. The program will also highlight the district’s commitment to global clean water initiatives, along with special recognition and appreciation for our global partner, World Vision. | ||
 Memory Makers ChallengeListed in this issue · 2026-08-10 J oin Rotary Clubs across America in a four-week national fundraising challenge supporting Alzheimer’s awareness, caregiver support, advocacy, and the healing power of music. Four weeks of nationwide fundraising, weekly engagement challenges, leaderboards, Memory Wall participation, club activities, and community awareness leading up to the national finale. Register now > have friends and family pledge to support you > play LIVE online on September 21st! REGISTER YOUR CLUB TODAY! | ||
 Rotary Work Party @ Elk Run FarmListed in this issue · 2026-09-13 Rotary Work Parties at Elk Run Farm We are excited about bringing back Rotary work parties and invite you to join us on the second Sunday of the month from April – October 2026 from 10am-2pm at Elk Run Farm. Elk Run Farm isn’t just a place where food is grown – it’s a farm that exists solely to serve hunger relief organizations across South King County. Every carrot pulled, every tomato harvested, and every row planted is done with the express purpose of feeding neighbors in need. | ||
 Mount Si Golf ClassicListed in this issue · 2026-08-21 Rotary of Snoqualmie Valley 33rd Annual Golf Tournament We are kicking it up a notch with our official theme plaid.We even have a Bag Piper. We have a Golf Cannon and prizes on almost every hole. | ||
 Poverty Bay Blues and Brews FestListed in this issue · 2026-08-29 Enjoy blues and brews on the shores of Poverty Bay in Des Moines WA. 4 bands, 15 breweries, wine, cocktails and food. A Rotary fundraiser! For the past 16 summers, the Rotary Club of Des Moines and Normandy Park has kept the beer cold and brought epic blues performances to the stage during the annual Poverty Bay Blues & Brews Fest. This summer is no different! Tickets are on sale now for the Poverty Bay Blues & Fest happening Saturday, August 29th on the Sweeping shores of Poverty Bay in Des Moines Washington. | ||
 Happy Hour 4 GoodListed in this issue · 2026-08-20 Come raise a glass in support of Harvest Against Hunger at our Spanish fiesta featuring David Bobanick’s renowned classic paella. Sue Nixon and her jazz quartet will entertain us for the evening. Dainis Svarcs, owner of Abbe Vineyard Winery, will be pouring his signature wines. Beer and non-alcoholic beverages provided by Talking Rain Beverage Company will also be provided. Register at https://www.harvestagainsthunger.org/happy-hour-4-good/ | ||
 RISE Cohort 6 Registration Opens May 1stListed in this issue · 2026-05-01 Registration is now open for RISE cohort 6 that kicks off on September 10, 2026. Clubs are encouraged to nominate emerging leaders and president elects. Go to https://district5030.org/rise/ to register. | ||
 Kent Sunrise Rotary – GolftoberfestListed in this issue · 2026-09-09 Please join us for our annual Golftoberfest event! We cordially invite sponsors and golfers to participate in and support our initiatives that benefit the community, including recognition programs for middle school students and staff, the Marge & Harry Williams Memorial Scholarship, local non-profits, and international projects. To register for this event, please go to http://www.golfgenius.com/ggid/rotary26/register. | ||
 Rotary Club of Edmonds OktoberfestListed in this issue · 2026-09-11 Rotary Club of Edmonds presents its 7th annual Oktoberfest Family Festival. This event takes place at Civic Field in Edmonds September 11 and 12. All the Oktoberfest favorites including great food trucks, kids korner (games) and pet parade (Saturday only), fantastic live music, and of course…BEER! This year we’ve added games in the beer garden, and you can bring your kids in until 7pm on Saturday. The cost is $12.00 for adults, and as always, kids get in free. For more information, or to volunteer, go to https://edmondsrotary.com/oktoberfest/ | ||
 Challenge RaceListed in this issue · 2026-09-12 Gravity Cars racing allowing children with disabilities to experience the thrill of riding in a soap box derby type race. We will be looking for co-drivers who are 10 years or old to drive the kids and have an experience of a life time for both. We do consider this a family event and if you have a child with disabilities or an able body child that you the whole family comes out to share this experience. | ||
 Issaquah Rotary Run With the FishesListed in this issue · 2026-09-27 Run With The Fishes is a family friendly 5k, 10k and Kids’ Fun Run hosted by the Rotary Club of Issaquah. The race course follows the Lake Sammamish State park waterfront and Issaquah Creek so you can literally “Run With the Fishes” as they return to their spawning grounds this Fall. Participants receive a long-sleeve shirt. Come in your best fish-themed attire to win prizes, and stick around for live music, food trucks, and a beer garden! Home | ||
 Camp Big WestListed in this issue · 2026-09-03 Register today! A unique zone experience that is filled with education, networking and fun! To learn more, visit, https://www.zoneinstitute.org/ | ||
 2027 Rotary International Convention in Barcelona, SpainListed in this issue · 2027-06-26 The 2027 Rotary International Convention will take place in Barcelona, Spain , from June 26–30, 2027 at the Fira de Barcelona Gran Via . The event brings together thousands of Rotary members from across the globe for service, networking, and inspiration. [ 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , 5 ] | ||
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 Registration Open: Secure Your Spot for Walla Walla 2027!
Registration is now open for the 2027 Rotary District 5030 Conference , April 15–18, 2027, in beautiful Walla Walla, Washington . Think of it as a mini-vacation with a purpose —Rotary inspiration, fellowship, historic downtown Walla Walla, great dining, golf, and time with friends. Don’t wait: the 2026 conference and host hotel sold out early, and space at the 2027 host venue is limited. What’s New for 2027 Based on attendee feedback, we’ve refreshed the weekend around fellowship, fun, and club engagement: More Fellowship & Fun: More open space, curated social events, and time to connect. | ||
 District 5030 District Governor Nominee Announcement
On behalf of the District 5030 District Governor Nominating Committee, I am pleased to introduce Jim Pullin Jr. as our District Governor for the 2029–2030 Rotary year . Jim brings a proven record of servant leadership, professional excellence, and a deep commitment to Rotary’s mission of Service Above Self . As a member of The Rotary Club of Shoreline, Jim has served as Vice President, President-Elect, President, Immediate Past President, and has continued to provide steady leadership and support through multiple administrations. | ||
 Tech on the Road Initiative Continues to Expand Digital Access Across Egypt
The partnership between Haya Karima Foundation and Maple Valley Rotary Club continues to make significant strides through the “Tech on the Road” initiative, bringing digital education and technology training directly to underserved communities across Egypt. Designed as mobile digital learning centers, the initiative’s technology trucks deliver accredited training in digital literacy, financial literacy, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and information security to villages and rural areas where access to traditional training facilities is limited. Rather than expecting citizens to travel long distances, the program brings opportunity directly to their communities. | ||
 Urgent Call to Action: District 5030 Blood Donors Needed Now
Following the recent tragic mass shooting during the Bite of Seattle festival at Seattle Center, multiple patients were transported to Harborview Medical Center. As hospitals respond, the region’s blood supply has fallen to emergency-low levels. Bloodworks Northwest urgently needs donors of all blood types—especially those with Type O blood—to help ensure lifesaving blood is available for patients in critical need. Same-day appointments are available, and walk-ins are welcome. Every donation can make a difference. | ||
 Call for District Conference Speakers
Help shape the 2027 Rotary District 5030 Conference in Walla Walla. We are excited to announce that we are planning for the next Rotary District 5030 conference in the spring of 2027 in Walla Walla. The Conference Planning Team is seeking Rotarians, clubs and subject matter experts to lead practical, engaging breakout sessions that share proven ideas, real-world experience, and tools clubs can use right away. | ||
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 Rotary Clubs Invited to Step Forward for Urgent REST Shelter Project
Partner With Us to Create a Safer Place for Survivors District 5030 Rotary clubs are invited to join a 2026–27 District Grant project supporting REST’s Seattle shelter for survivors of sex trafficking. Partner-club contributions of $300–$500 can help make this important safety project possible. For someone leaving sex trafficking, a safe place to stay is more than shelter. It is a place to begin healing, regain stability, and take the next steps toward a new future. | ||
 Shoreline Rotary Invests $22,500 in Local Students’ Futures
Guided by their core motto of “Service Above Self,” the Scholarship Committee of the Shoreline Rotary Club selected a remarkable cohort of students from Shorewood High School and King’s High School who exemplify leadership and community dedication. These annual investments ensure that local youth have the financial backing to pursue higher education and bring their unique visions for change to fruition. This year’s scholarship winners demonstrate a profound commitment to their future fields. | ||
 Rotary Clubs Invited to Partner in “The Men’s Project: Preventing Exploitation”
The Rotary Club of the Pacific NW Ending Sex Trafficking is seeking partner clubs for its 2026-27 District Matching Grant project, “The Men’s Project: Preventing Exploitation.” This initiative invites Rotary members and other community-minded participants into thoughtful, facilitated conversations about healthy masculinity, cultural pressures, and the role men can play in preventing commercial sexual exploitation. The project is grounded in leadership, not blame, and is designed to create constructive spaces for reflection, dialogue, and action. | ||
 Passport to Possibilities, a Gala
The Kirkland Rotary Club Foundation , sponsored by the Rotary Club of Kirkland, is preparing its most significant fundraising event of the year. “Passport to Possibilities, a Gala” which will be held on Friday, September 11, 2026 . Doors will open at 5:30 PM. The event will take place at the Woodmark Hotel Marina Room at Carillon Point . This event is vital to the Rotary’s core areas of focus such as providing food for the homeless, coats for children in need, holiday presents for low-income families, supporting education through Scholarships, and many other worthy projects. | ||
 Bringing Light Where Darkness Has Fallen: Rotary’s SVITLO Project for Ukraine
In the midst of war, some wounds are immediately visible. Others change lives forever. Since the invasion of Ukraine, tens of thousands of civilians and veterans have suffered traumatic eye injuries caused by missiles, drones, shrapnel, and landmines. Today, an estimated 40,000 Ukrainians have been left blind, including approximately 10,000 children and 18,000 veterans. For many, the loss of sight is only the beginning of a long journey of rebuilding independence, confidence, and hope. Rotary has long believed that education opens doors and restores dignity. | ||
 West Seattle SUMMERFEST Booth Attracts Rotary Enthusiasts
The Rotary Club of West Seattle staffed a booth all 3 days (July 10-12) of SUMMERFEST street fair along California Ave. We had the good fortune that our booth location was on the end at California and Edmonds which was actually the entrance and exit for most attendees. We spoke with an extraordinary number of people, most local but many from out of state or outside the US, who expressed great appreciation for the quality and scope of our community and international projects. | ||
 A New Kitchen Opens the Door to Safety, Dignity, and Hope
The Rotary Club of Mercer Island, with support from a District 5030 grant and partner clubs, helped transform an inadequate kitchenette at The Pathway Inn into a warm, functional kitchen space for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking served by The More We Love. What began as a basic remodel grew into a much more substantial project when the older building revealed the need for upgraded plumbing, ventilation, electrical work, insulation, drywall, subflooring, and other code-related improvements. | ||
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 Kent Cornucopia Days
The Rotary Club of Kent proudly marched in the Kent Cornucopia Days Parade on July 12. Led by Past President and current Membership Chair Andy Carter—who designed our America 250 T-shirts—we celebrated in patriotic sunglasses, baseball hats, headbands, and even blew bubbles along the route. Members were joined by spouses, kids, grandkids and one four‑legged friend. It was a fun way to connect with the community. | ||
 Rotary Club of Kent Annual BBQ
The Rotary Club of Kent held its annual BBQ on Tuesday, July 21. Despite the 92-degree heat, everyone had a fantastic time. We enjoyed great food—especially the delicious salads and desserts—along with tasty hamburgers and Polish sausages. Best of all were the wonderful conversations and the chance to spend time together as friends. | ||
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