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.
Bill’s passion for humanitarian work has taken him beyond local service, leading a team of Rotarians on a humanitarian mission to China, where they provided aid to those in need. He has personally distributed wheelchairs in both China and Mexico, giving mobility and independence to individuals unable to walk. Closer to home, Bill has been an active participant in hands-on service projects, working alongside San Mateo High School Interactors to install playgrounds for native children in the Yurok and Hoopa nations in Klamath, California.
Beyond these efforts, Bill is widely known as the Head Chef and leader of the Rotary Club of Foster City’s renowned Cooking Crew. His culinary talents and leadership have contributed to countless fundraising events, generating thousands of dollars to support the Club’s Community Grants program. Through these efforts, organizations such as scouting troops, Foster City’s elementary, middle, and high schools, Samaritan House, Hillbarn Theatre, and ShelterBox have received critical funding. His commitment extends to Rotary District 5150 as well, where he collaborates closely with District Assembly chairpersons to coordinate the Cooking Crew’s outstanding breakfasts and lunches for more than 300 Rotarians attending the annual training event.
A true leader within the Rotary Club of Foster City and District 5150, Bill embodies the spirit of "Service Above Self." His dedication, leadership, and impact make him a deserving recipient of the Rotarian of the Month recognition for March 2025.