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.  Join us!

District Governor Message - October 2026

 

Building Opportunity, One Community at a Time

Dear Rotarians,
 
October is Rotary’s Community Economic Development Month—a time to recognize how Rotarians help people build skills, create opportunities, and shape stronger, more sustainable communities.
 
Economic development is not simply about financial assistance. It means listening to communities, recognizing local talent, and helping people gain the tools and connections they need to succeed.
 
One way District 5150 supports economic opportunity is through Rotary Means Business. The Rotary Club of San Francisco has helped expand this program, creating valuable networking opportunities for Rotarians, entrepreneurs, and community leaders.
 
As a small-business owner, I have seen how one introduction, one mentor, or one opportunity can change the future of a person and a business. Sometimes, the most meaningful support we can offer is sharing our experience, opening a door, or simply believing in someone.
 

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Featured Events
Rotary and Toastmasters
EREY Day at the Zoo
Disaster Network of Assistance Rotary Action Group (DNA-RAG)
Purple Pinkie
Inspiring Leaders to Serve Effectively
Spark Tank
Ripple - Save the Date
Summer of Love: 2027 District Conference
District 5150 T-Shirt Sales

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District 5150 Blog

Congratulations to Dr. Barbara Weldon!

District Rotarian of the Month – November 2026

We are delighted to recognize Dr. Barbara Weldon of the Rotary Club of San Rafael Harbor as our District Rotarian of the Month for November 2026!

A dedicated Rotarian since April 3, 2012, Barbara exemplifies Rotary’s motto of Service Above Self through her outstanding leadership, generosity, and unwavering commitment to serving others.

Little things can mean a lot. Take diapers. Most of us don’t give them much thought, but when they’re unaffordable, they take on an outsized meaning. New parents worry about keeping their babies and toddlers clean and healthy, and if they don’t have diapers, they can’t drop off their children at childcare and go to work. It’s a dilemma for a significant number of families in the counties that District 5150 serves, and so we decided to do something about it. In July, clubs throughout the district launched diaper drives, putting the focus on Maternal and Child Health for the first quarter of District Governor Yuhui Chen’s Seasons of Love and lending a hand to families in need.
 
A school for deaf children in Brazil, access to clean water in Africa and education for
girls in India have something in common. They all depend on the generosity of
individuals like you for their success. When every Rotarian gives to The Rotary
Foundation, the simple act of giving multiplies, providing the resources to support
Rotary International’s mission and creating miracles for the world’s less fortunate.

NAMI Marin Walk Draws Rotarians and a Sunny Crowd at McInnis Park

On October 3rd, NAMI Marin held its annual fundraising walk at McInnis Park in San Rafael. NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest grassroots
mental health organization, dedicated to building better lives for millions of Americans affected by mental illness. Its more than 600 affiliates across the country raise
awareness, fight stigma, and provide support and education to those living with mental health conditions and to their families.

During the last week of September, about 20 members of District 5150 traveled to Evanston, Illinois, for a four-day trip organized by John Marshall. The itinerary was packed with a visit to Rotary International Headquarters and sightseeing around Chicago.

Stan Wong Named District Rotarian of the Month for October

We are delighted to announce that Stan Wong is the District Rotarian of the Month for October.

Stan joined the Rotary Club of SF Chinatown in 2023 and has since brought his spirit of volunteerism and a “can do” attitude in everything he touches.

His presence is felt each week at a weekly Food Pantry in the heart of Chinatown serving over 350 families.

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