Local and District Information
Rotary District 5150 District Governor 2025-2026
Who is Mitone Griffiths
One of four founders of Rotary
Who is Paul Harris
Persons you should invite to club meetings
What is family, friends, colleagues and acquaintances?
Benefits of being a Rotarian
What is friendship, professional networking, leadership, development, services opportunities , good citizenship, international awareness, opportunities to travel
Online resource for the independent study of Rotary, for all members including new members and club officers
What is Rotary Learning Center?
The Rotary Club of Ross Valley was chartered
What is April 27, 1925?
Rotary International President
Who is Francesco Arezzo?
The best aspect of weekly club meeting.
What is socializing, guest speaker, rotary information?
Responsibilities of a Rotarian
What is: Pay Club Dues, attend meetings and events, participate in community projects, use professional skills and talents to make a difference
Types of members who should be trained.
Who is: All members, New member training/orientation, All members - Club training
Counties represented by the District 5150
What are: Marin, San Francisco and San Mateo counties?
Three of Five Avenues of Service
Strategies to attract new members
What is: Social media, publicize meetings and projects, professional networking, be a role model, wear Rotary pin, invite someone, improve public image - newspaper, radio, social media, etc.
Programs of Rotary
What is Interact, Retract, Youth Exchange, Rotary Peace Corps, Rotary Community Corps, Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA), Scholarships, Grants.
Reasons people leave Rotary
What is: Cost and / or time, club environment, unmet expectations, relocation, death
Number of Clubs in District 5150
What is 41
Three of Seven Areas of Focus
What is: Peace and conflict; prevention/resolution; disease prevention and treatment; water and sanitation; maternal and child health; basic education and literacy; economic and community development and environment sustainability
Qualifications of a Rotarian
What is good character, good professional and community reputation?
Activities to increase member engagement
What is members suggesting and participating in club projects, members selecting and being guest speakers, fellowship and social activities, travel opportunities, clear communication to all members
The current membership of the Rotary Club of Ross Valley
What is ??