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The phrase, “find a need and fill it” originated with Ruth Stafford Peale, wife of the Rev. Norman Vincent Peale, author of The Power of...

In the college town of Claremont during my high school years in the early 1960s, there existed a charming, bustling restaurant nestled in...

People who come to our events often ask about what happens to the funds we raise through our Car Show, Adventure Van Expo and Golf...

This is from a story by Angus Hervey at https://futurecrunch.com/goodnews2023/ that is a compilation of 66 good news stories from around...

At the heart of Rotary is a simple yet profound belief: the power of an enterprising mind. It begins with a spark, an idea from a single...

Rotary Peace Centers—The Seeds of Peace Sprout Globally In 1999, Rotary set up its first Peace Center at the University of Bradford in...

SJC Rotarians are exceptionally generous. Besides the club's fundraising efforts from the Car Show, Golf Tournament and Adventure Van...

The journey from values to rules is an intriguing one, a transformation often marked by an incremental loss of the initial vision and a...

Common misperceptions about Rotary often stem from a lack of awareness about the organization's scope and activities. Here are some key...

In a world brimming with challenges, Rotary stands as a beacon of hope. Embracing 'bottom-up empowerment,' this global network of...

Lessons from the Field I was binge-watching “Band of Brothers” recently and realized that the unit’s morale was crucial to their success....

The Rotary "Four-Way Test" has been a guiding principle for Rotarians and other community leaders since 1932. It's a simple but effective...

It was only two years after 9/11 and the news headlines were still an unending dirge amplifying the world's problems and extinguishing...

The Beginning - 1905 to 1920s In a room in Chicago, Paul Harris had a bright idea. He planted a seed called Rotary, and that seed soon...

Thanksgiving has evolved significantly from its historical origins to become a central part of American culture and identity. The history...

On this day in 1963, I vividly recall the world-changing news of President John F. Kennedy's assassination. As a 17-year-old senior at...

On a crisp Saturday morning, November 18th, the community of San Juan Capistrano came alive with a unique sense of purpose and warmth....

When some people hear "Rotary," they think of some secret society with odd rituals. Some have described it a a “cult.” The reality is far...

The principle of "Service Above Self" might resonate strongly with Rotarians, but it's also becoming a mantra for the corporate world....

Veteran's Day and the Marine Corps Birthday are more than annual civic rituals; they are poignant reminders of valor and the enduring...