The Rotary Club of Sebastopol Sunrise

"Service Above Self"

Message from President Brian Bauer

Who are we? We are the Rotary Club of Sebastopol Sunrise.

What is Rotary all about? It’s about friendship, giving back to the community, fun and entertainment, business development, and personal growth.

Come visit our club. We meet Wednesday mornings at 7:15 in the Masonic Hall. The address is Masonic Hall, 373 North Main Street, Sebastopol, CA. That is just across the street from Safeway.

Our meeting fee is $20 which includes breakfast (plus $1 if paying by credit card).

president@sebsunriserotary.org

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Weekly Meeting

We meet Wednesday mornings, 7:15am – 8:30am, at the Masonic Hall - 373 North Main Street Sebastopol, CA 95472

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Message from our District Governor

Building Bridges, Connecting Communities

Dear Rotarians and Rotaractors of District 5130, It is an honor to serve as your District Governor for 2026–2027. As we begin this new Rotary year, I invite you to join me in embracing our theme: Building Bridges, Connecting Communities. Across our district, Rotary clubs are transforming lives through service, leadership, and fellowship. Together, we have an opportunity to strengthen our impact by working collaboratively, welcoming new members, engaging our youth, and expanding our partnerships throughout the communities we serve.

This year, our priorities include:

• Growing membership and engagement
• Supporting the Rotary Foundation
• Expanding youth programs and leadership opportunities
• Strengthening our public image
• Supporting district and global grant projects
• Encouraging collaboration among clubs
• Participating in district-wide service initiatives

One of my greatest goals is to help every club thrive. Strong clubs are built through meaningful service, welcoming cultures, and members who are inspired to make a difference. By inviting others to experience Rotary, we can expand our reach and ensure a vibrant future for our organization. I look forward to visiting clubs throughout District 5130, learning from your successes, and celebrating the incredible work you do every day. Together, we can create lasting impact, inspire new generations of leaders, and strengthen our communities.

Thank you for your commitment to Rotary and for all you do in service to others.

Yours in Rotary Service,
Jeff Kolin
District Governor 2026–2027
Rotary International District 5130
Building Bridges, Connecting Communities

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Message from the President of Rotary International

Olayinka H. Babalola
President 2026-27
July 2026
Rotary has a way of surprising you.

It surprises you when a stranger across the table becomes a lifelong friend. It surprises you when a small project in one neighborhood ripples outward in ways you never imagined. And it may surprise you when you realize that the person Rotary has changed most … is you.

That is why this year, we are called to harness the change within ourselves, to look to the future, and to Create Lasting Impact.

Now, I want to be clear about what those words mean. Change is only the beginning. Impact is what endures. We must think of the long-term impact of every project. How can a new water system contribute to the long-term health of a community? Can residents help other communities build their own? How can a new classroom be part of a wider strategy to improve education in the area? That is the sort of thinking we need.

As we prioritize impact, we must also consider how our actions can contribute to peacebuilding. Peace does not happen by accident. It must be built deliberately and strategically. As you plan your next project, ask yourself: “How does this create the conditions for peace?” Consult the Pillars of Positive Peace to learn how we can bring the world one step closer to peace in everything we do.

The more you change your community and the world, the more you will change. Don’t just tell people about the projects you have run or the funds you have raised. Tell them how Rotary has shaped who you are. Those personal stories open doors, inspire new members, and remind all of us why we are here.

Storytelling is also an excellent way to recruit new members and raise funds. We need more people standing with us and more resources if we are to end polio, spread peace, and have a lasting impact on the world. We have set a goal of increasing membership to 1.25 million Rotarians and more than 125,000 Rotaractors by 2030, just in time for Rotary’s 125th anniversary.

Sit down with your club and look back over your accomplishments in the last few years. Find your best year. Maybe it was a record year for new members. Maybe you reached a fundraising milestone. Maybe you completed a project that the whole community is still talking about. Once you find that year, I challenge you to do better than your best.

In these ways and more, we will Create Lasting Impact across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.

Thank you, my dear friends. Now let’s get to work.