November 2026 | Rotary Foundation Month
A Message from District Governor Yuhui Chen
As Rotarians, we often talk about the lives we change. But lately, I've been thinking about something else.
What about the ways Rotary changes us?
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 - November 2026
November 2026 | Rotary Foundation Month
A Message from District Governor YuHui Chen
Dear Rotarian,
As Rotarians, we often talk about the lives we change. But lately, I've been thinking about something else.
What about the ways Rotary changes us?
The friendships we build. The joy we find in serving. The sense of purpose that keeps us connected through every season of life.
Research suggests something beautiful: kindness, generosity, and volunteering can bring us greater happiness, stronger connections, and a deeper sense of purpose, especially as we grow older.
We join Rotary to make a difference in the world. Yet along the way, we discover that giving is also a gift to ourselves.
November is Rotary Foundation Month, a time to celebrate the generosity that makes so much of Rotary's work possible.
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.
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.
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.
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.