Welcome to
Yakima Southwest Rotary!

The most awesomest club in the world!

Since 1969, Yakima Southwest Rotary Club has pursued a mission to support youth, serve people in need and organizations who serve the less fortunate, and to make our community a better place to live.

Southwest Rotarians support our wonderful community with a spirit of friendship and fun. Yakima Southwest Rotary members are devoted to enriching lives in our community and beyond!

Join Us Every Week!

When: Tuesdays at 4:30 P.M.

Where: Zesta Cucina’s Meeting Room

Will this be your first time? We welcome you to learn more about Yakima Southwest Rotary and our community at one of our weekly meetings. Learn more about becoming a member here

Four Avenues of Service

In Yakima Southwest Rotary, we prioritize making our community a better place to live. Each Rotarian plays a vital role in this effort by participating in the four avenues of service:

Club

Club Service focuses on making clubs strong. A thriving club is anchored by strong relationships and an active membership development plan.

 

Vocational

Vocational Service calls on every Rotarian to work with integrity and contribute their expertise to the problems and needs of society. Learn more in An Introduction to Vocational Service and the Code of Conduct.

Community

Community Service encourages every Rotarian to find ways to improve the quality of life for people in their communities and to serve the public interest. Learn more in Communities in Action: A Guide to Effective Projects.

International

International Service exemplifies our global reach in promoting peace and understanding. We support this service avenue by sponsoring or volunteering on international projects, seeking partners abroad, and more.

Through these Four Avenues of Service, we have supported and funded:

Operation Harvest

Camp Prime Time

Henry Beauchamp Community Center

International Youth Exchange Program

Picnic Shelters at Franklin Park

Give Back Give Warmth

AND MORE…

Club Events

Yakima Southwest - Board Meeting

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Yakima Southwest Weekly Club Meeting

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GIVE BACK GET TO KNOW SOCIAL

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Yakima Southwest - No Meeting

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Our Leadership

Matt Reed
President
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Dirk Bernd
Secretary
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Lynn Harlington
iPast President
Vice President
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David R. Lemon
Treasurer
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Taylor Stormo
Treasurer
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Martin Streich
Attendance Secretary
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Kristine Lynn Gordon
Attendance Secretary
Club Executive Secretary
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Did you know that several U.S. presidents have been Rotarians?
Leaders like Woodrow Wilson, Warren G. Harding, Calvin Coolidge, Herbert Hoover, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Dwight D. Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy, Ronald Reagan, George W. Bush, and Donald Trump shared Rotary’s commitment to service and community.

As we approach Election Day, let’s remember the Rotary 4-Way Test as a guide:
Is it the TRUTH?
Is it FAIR to all concerned?
Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
Will it be BENEFICIAL to all?

No matter who we vote for, let’s engage with respect, integrity, and a heart for the greater good.
Make your voice heard and vote! 🇺🇸
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Did you know that several U.S. presidents have been Rotarians? 
Leaders like Woodrow Wilson, Warren G. Harding, Calvin Coolidge, Herbert Hoover, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Dwight D. Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy, Ronald Reagan, George W. Bush, and Donald Trump shared Rotary’s commitment to service and community. 

As we approach Election Day, let’s remember the Rotary 4-Way Test as a guide: 
Is it the TRUTH? 
Is it FAIR to all concerned? 
Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? 
Will it be BENEFICIAL to all? 

No matter who we vote for, let’s engage with respect, integrity, and a heart for the greater good. 
Make your voice heard and vote!  🇺🇸

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Happy Halloween to all of Rotary District 5300 on this All Hallows’ Eve!

Las Vegas After Hours Rotary Club held their annual Halloween Club meeting and with our DG’s visit scheduled of the same evening, we decided to have a Disney-themed event to kick off the excitement for the 5300 District Conference Disneyland on Saturday April 15, 2025. Our DG got right into the spirit of the evening, dressed as Groucho Marx! It was a fun-filled, informative evening, with his favorite Italian food and lemon squares.
Also, congratulations to Jeremy Bruner who received his “VSP” honor from DG Driebe.
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Las Vegas After Hours Rotary Club held their annual Halloween Club meeting and with our DG’s visit scheduled of the same evening, we decided to have a Disney-themed event to kick off the excitement for the 5300 District Conference Disneyland on Saturday April 15, 2025.  Our DG got right into the spirit of the evening, dressed as Groucho Marx!  It was a fun-filled, informative evening, with his favorite Italian food and lemon squares.  
Also, congratulations to Jeremy Bruner who received his “VSP” honor from DG Driebe.

World Polio Day: Our Fight Against Wild Poliovirus
Today, October 24th, we celebrate World Polio Day! This annual observance was established by Rotary International to commemorate the birth of Jonas Salk, who led the first team to develop a vaccine against polio.

A Brief History:
1988: The Global Polio Eradication Initiative was launched
1994: The Americas were declared polio-free
2020: Africa was declared free of wild poliovirus
Today: Wild poliovirus remains endemic in just two countries

Rotary has been at the forefront of the fight against polio for over 30 years. Our efforts, along with our partners, have reduced polio cases by 99.9% worldwide since our first project to vaccinate children in the Philippines in 1979.

Share Your Story:
We want to hear from you! How has the fight against wild poliovirus touched your life? Have you participated in vaccination campaigns? Do you remember a time when polio was more prevalent? Share your personal connection to this crucial cause in the comments below.

Together, we can end polio for good. Let's make history!
#WorldPolioDay #EndPolio #RotaryInternational
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Rotarians, get ready for some Disney magic! Exclusive Disneyland Park Ticket Discounts! Starting October 21st, unlock special rates on Disneyland tickets when you book your stay for our multi-club conference (April 11-13, 2025). Why just attend a conference when you can have a Disney adventure too? It's like finding a hidden Mickey – but this time, it's saving you money! Stay at the enchanted Disneyland Hotel Enjoy discounted park admission Network with fellow Rotarians Experience the magic of Disney Don't let this deal vanish like Cinderella's carriage at midnight! Book your hotel and grab those discounted tickets www.mydisneygroup.com/GDDD25A
or by calling (714) 520-5005, M-F from 8 am to 5 pm PST.

As Walt Disney said, "It's kind of fun to do the impossible." – Disney style! See you real soon!
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Rotarians, get ready for some Disney magic! Exclusive Disneyland Park Ticket Discounts! Starting October 21st, unlock special rates on Disneyland tickets when you book your stay for our multi-club conference (April 11-13, 2025). Why just attend a conference when you can have a Disney adventure too? Its like finding a hidden Mickey – but this time, its saving you money! Stay at the enchanted Disneyland Hotel Enjoy discounted park admission Network with fellow Rotarians Experience the magic of Disney Dont let this deal vanish like Cinderellas carriage at midnight! Book your hotel and grab those discounted tickets https://www.mydisneygroup.com/GDDD25A
or by calling (714) 520-5005, M-F from 8 am to 5 pm PST.

As Walt Disney said, Its kind of fun to do the impossible.  – Disney style! See you real soon!
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📣 Attention Rotarians! 🌟
Dennis Franklin, District Membership Chair, and 26-27 District Governor here with an exciting challenge for your club!
🤔 Question: What are three upcoming events in your club that would entice a prospective Rotarian?
Think about:
A hands-on service project
A club program with a captivating speaker
A fun social gathering
You probably have these on your calendar already. But how can we use them to boost membership? 🚀
Join our District Membership Committee's monthly Zoom meeting to discover effective strategies for identifying and motivating potential members to attend your events!
🗓️ Mark your calendars:
Date: Tuesday, October 16
Time: 6:15 PM
Platform: Zoom (Link on DaCdb district calendar

Can't wait to see you there and grow our Rotary family together! 💪🌍
#RotaryMembership #GrowRotary #CommunityService
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