Rotary District 5020 News

Learn about all the great work Rotary clubs are doing in our area through the latest news from Rotary District 5020, which spans Vancouver Island, BC and the western part of Washington State, USA.

  • CELEBRATING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF DR. JAMES ROSS WHITE July 9, 2025
    Dr. James Ross White, past Rotary District Governor and lifelong educator, passed away July 3, 2025. Remembered for his commitment to service, global humanitarian work, and love of travel, Ross leaves a legacy of compassion and leadership. A celebration of life will be held July 19 in Nanaimo, BC. The post CELEBRATING THE LIFE AND […]
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  • SAVE THE DATE – D5020 LEARNING AND CONFERENCE July 2, 2025
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  • MORROW PARK DEDICATION CELEBRATES A DECADE OF SERVICE IN POULSBO July 2, 2025
    A 10-year dream comes true at Rotary Morrow Park in Poulsbo! Poulsbo Rotary’s Morrow Manor project, completed in late 2020, provided 8 units of safe and supportive housing for survivors of domestic violence.  Led by the Poulsbo club, the project represented a significant community initiative and demonstrated the club’s commitment to community service and support […]
    Brenda Wall
  • EMPOWERING WOMEN IN BURKINA FASO: ROTARY-FUNDED FENCING PROJECT TAKES ROOT July 2, 2025
    In a powerful demonstration of global community service, the Rotary Club of Silverdale, Washington, has partnered with the nonprofit Creative Warriors and Rotary District 5020 to bring about real change in Burkina Faso. Through a $7,000 project, funded by a district matching grant, these organizations have provided crucial infrastructure that will empower women and bolster […]
    Mary Hoover
  • ROTARY DISTRICT 5020 ANNOUNCES 2024–25 OLSON INTERNATIONAL AWARD WINNERS July 2, 2025
    The Rotary District 5020 International Service Committee (DISC) proudly announces the winners of the 2024–25 Olson International Club of the Year Awards, which recognize outstanding international service by clubs across the district. This year’s awards celebrate clubs that demonstrated exceptional commitment, creativity, and impact in projects serving communities outside the United States and Canada during […]
    Mary Coward
  • DISTRICT GRANT SUPPORTS EDUCATION FOR YOUTH AT RISK July 2, 2025
    District Grant Supports Education for Youth at Risk A few years ago, Oak Bay Rotary, along with Victoria/Saanich Rotary, established the Rotary Educational Fund in partnership with Threshold Housing Society, a local nonprofit dedicated to helping youth at risk of homelessness. This initiative supports young people on their journey toward stability, independence, and a brighter […]
    Lorna Curtis
  • WHEELS ON THE BUS STOP AT THE ROTARY WHEEL July 2, 2025
    As you leave Brentwood Bay and head north on West Saanich Road, every mile or so you’ll see a Rotary sign on a local bus stop shelter. Rotary is alive and active on the Saanich Peninsula. For the past decade, the Rotary Club of Sidney has been fabricating and installing bus shelters along this popular […]
    Jim Parker
  • LACEY ROTARY AND CITY TEAM UP TO MAP LOCAL TRAILS July 2, 2025
    If you’ve ever found yourself wandering through one of Lacey’s parks and wondering where a trail leads, you’re not alone. Thanks to a partnership between the Lacey Rotary Club and the City of Lacey, help is on the way. Earlier this year, the two teamed up to start mapping out walking trails across the city’s […]
    Jenna Randich
  • JULY DISTRICT 5020 GOVERNORS MESSAGE July 2, 2025
    Welcome to a new Rotary year! In July—Maternal and Child Health Month—District Governor Tony Camoroda celebrates the compassion and impact of our 4,000+ Rotarians across 88 clubs. From health clinics to education access, every act of service transforms lives. This year, let’s connect deeply, spark bold ideas, and build a stronger, more caring District 5020 […]
    Tony Camoroda
  • CELEBRATING OUR COLLECTIVE IMPACT June 7, 2025
    INTRODUCING “UNITE FOR GOOD” AND THE PRESIDENTS’ CORNER! District Governor Bill McGregor, thank you for an outstanding year of leadership! Your dedication has truly made 2024-2025 a successful and fun-filled experience for all of us in District 5020. We appreciate everything you’ve done for our district! Hello, wonderful members of our District 5020 family! I’m […]
    Tony Camoroda