Rotary District 5020 News

Just what can a Rotarian do on a blustery mid November Saturday when the winds are swirling and the rain is saturating everything and everyone?!   Campbell River answered the question by hosting a full day Rotary Learning Institute (RLI) guided by six facilitators who shared Rotary knowledge and an inspiring attachment to Rotary. November 16 […]

Ahead of our Giving Tuesday and Global Gifts campaigns, we wanted to share a story to highlight the incredible work that your support allows. Born in Petite Martinque, 65 year old Lucy lives on Carriacou with her family. Before Hurricane Beryl, Lucy worked as a repair seamstress and a full-time care giver for her disabled […]

A long-term goal of Kingston North Kitsap Rotary Club is to get a much-needed, centrally-located sports and recreation center, including a YMCA, built in North Kitsap. This project, nearly two years in the making, unites Kingston North Kitsap Rotary Club with the YMCA of Pierce/Kitsap Counties, and Raydient Places+Properties, a major landowner in North Kitsap. […]

On September 11, the Rotary torch was passed to the next generation of Rotarians in District 5020.  John Lowney, a Rotarian since May of 1988, helped welcome his son, Dr. Brian Lowney, to the Rotary family.  Dr. Lowney is the interim Superintendent for the Bethel School District and the newest member of the Rotary Club […]

Rotary District 5020 needs your help to identify our next generation of global leaders! Each year, Rotary District 5020 awards prestigious scholarships to exceptional individuals pursuing post-graduate studies—typically at the Master’s or PhD level—in a country outside of Canada or the USA. These scholarships align with Rotary’s mission to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace. […]

The holidays often prompt reflection, and as I’ve traveled across our district this year, my reflections have been filled with gratitude. My role as District Governor Elect has given me a front-row seat to the remarkable work our Rotarians undertake, work often performed quietly, without fanfare, yet leaving an indelible mark on our communities. We […]

As a Rotary club, we have so much to be thankful for. In today’s special Thanksgiving Newsletter, we thought we’d offer thanks for just a few of our club’s projects and programs. VOCATIONAL SERVICE We give thanks for the Women’s Prison Program, especially our Team: Lead Reentry Supervisor Jeanne who keeps it all together, our […]

As the Thanksgiving season unfolds, let’s take a moment to express just how proud the community should be of our remarkable Interact students. Their commitment to community service is truly inspiring, and this year’s Thanksgiving events have showcased their dedication and hard work. This Thanksgiving, these students volunteered at two significant events: the Basket Brigade […]

As we find ourselves in the glow of the holiday season and the close of another remarkable year, it’s natural to pause and reflect. The end of the year offers a chance to look back on all that we have accomplished together and consider the journey ahead. It’s a time for gratitude, celebration, and renewal—a […]

BRINGING THE “MAGIC OF ROTARY” TO LIFE THIS TIME OF YEAR What does that mean during the holiday season?  It means embodying the principles of service, connection, and goodwill that Rotary stands for while embracing the spirit of the season. Here are some ways to make this magic real and impactful: Service Above Self Projects […]