Welcome to Rotary District 5150

Rotary District 5150 stretches across Marin, San Francisco and San Mateo counties of the San Francisco Bay area. Our Rotary club members are people of action and inspired individuals who translate their passions into relevant social causes to change lives in communities, both locally and globally. Rotary International forms a global network of business, professional, and community leaders who volunteer their time and talents to serve communities and form strong, lasting friendships in the process.

District Governor Message - March 2025
Please take a moment, get up from wherever you are sitting, walk to any source of water near you and please don’t turn on the water.  Wasting water on what I’m suggesting doesn’t make sense, as water is precious. There is never a drop to waste.  Ever.
 
But you can make that decision by simply walking to the faucet and not turning the handle. 
 
What if that decision involved walking for an hour or more . . . 
 
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Please take a moment, get up from wherever you are sitting, walk to any source of water near you and please don’t turn on the water.  Wasting water on what I’m suggesting doesn’t make sense, as water is precious. There is never a drop to waste.  Ever.
 
But you can make that decision by simply walking to the faucet and not turning the handle.

Congratulations to William (Bill) Chow of the Rotary Club of Foster City for being selected as Rotary District 5150’s Rotarian of the Month for March 2025!

A dedicated Rotarian for over 26 years, Bill joined the Rotary Club of Foster City on May 20, 1998, and has been a pillar of leadership and service ever since. Over the years, he has held multiple leadership roles, including Club President, New Generations Director, and Assistant Governor. A committed supporter of The Rotary Foundation, Bill is a Paul Harris Fellow and a member of the Paul Harris Society. His outstanding service was recognized in 2010 when he received the Club’s Avenue of Service Award.

Valentine’s Month – that annual extravaganza so loved by all who believe in the power of love.  Let me share some thoughts with you about love, and Rotarians, and what we are, what we do and how we share our love with others.
 
A joy in being the Governor is getting to visit clubs and see and hear what our members are making happen. I have learned about dictionary projects and scholarships complete with mentoring.  Learned about creek restoration, literacy projects, malaria abatement in Nigeria, dysphasia projects in Cambodia, clean water in Ecuador and picking up trash on the Coastside.

Congratulations to Judy Wilson of the Rotary Club of Tiburon-Belvedere for being selected as Rotary District 5150’s Rotarian of the Month for February 2025!

Judy is the heart and soul of the Rotary Club of Tiburon-Belvedere, a true embodiment of "Service Above Self." Her dedication, professionalism, and expertise make her an indispensable part of the Club, and without her, many would be lost. She currently serves in multiple leadership roles, including International Services Chair, Public Image Chair, interim Foundation President, and unofficial Secretary. No matter the task, Judy is always there, ensuring everything runs smoothly with grace and precision.

It’s a new year, and we always start with such high hopes—for a year filled with peace and joy.

Yet, we are confronted daily with a relentless barrage of conflict. In 2024, we had 323 school shootings—an improvement over 2023, when there were 349. Feel better now? I didn’t think so. We still face the war in Gaza, uncertainty in Syria, the horror in Sudan, the conflict in Myanmar—the list goes on.

Rotary District 5150 is proud to honor Larry Booth of the Rotary Club of San Francisco as the Rotarian of the Month for October 2024*!

Larry Booth has been a dedicated Rotarian since 1986 and joined the Rotary Club of San Francisco in September 2021. He brought with him a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to service. Currently serving as Chair of the Speaker's Committee, Larry has played a pivotal role in organizing a diverse array of high-quality speakers. Under his leadership, the Club has hosted discussions on topics such as economics, driverless cars, healthcare, artificial intelligence, and musical interests, ensuring meetings remain engaging and thought-provoking.

Congratulations to Johnny Wong of the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown for being selected as Rotary District 5150's Rotarian of the Month for January 2025!

In Rotary, Johnny has been a dedicated member for just over two years, immersing himself in various Rotary functions and countless community projects. Since joining, Johnny has taken on multiple leadership roles, including serving as our Sergeant-at-Arms, a board member, and attaining his Paul Harris Fellow within his first year. He proudly wears his pin at every event, symbolizing his commitment to the Rotary mission.

Protecting The Environment
Rotary shares an interest in protecting our common legacy: the environment.
More than $18 million in funding from The Rotary Foundation has been allocated to environment-related projects over the past five years. Creating a distinct area of focus to support the environment gives Rotary members even more ways to bring about positive change in the world and increase our impact.
 

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