
District Governor Update
Paul Harris is quoted as saying,”Friendship knows no bounds; it surmounts all barriers; it navigates all seas.” For me, all the work we do in Rotary, the projects, the community events, the fun Fundraisers, the work we do in all our seven areas of focus, and the help we lend
to others through bettering mental health in our communities – is really the building of friendships. That is why our District theme for this year is “Building Better Friendships.” This theme reminds us of the lasting impact we have on others through our Service and Fellowship. read more

Jim O’Grady
District Governor 2024-2025
We’ve Got the Power to Help Ukraine
Imagine life without electricity… every single day. No hot meals, heat during the winter, TV, and countless other comforts and necessities. This is the reality that millions of Ukrainians are facing now. The Rotary Clubs of Santa Rosa, Healdsburg, and Rosenheim-Innstadt in Bavaria, Germany, are asking for your help.
WHAT IS HAPPENING IN THE DISTRICT?
Valley of the Moon member gets the cover story for Rotary Magazine!
If you have ever been photographed at a Valley of the Moon Rotary event, the chances are that on the other side of the lens was Maureen McGettigan. Maureen is a member of the club, having joined back in 2013. She is retired from her role as a photojournalist, but the...
Set a Course in the Rotary Learning Center
If you have been seeking answers to questions about Rotary, the Rotary Learning Center is a valuable resource, offering a range of learning materials and training programs to enhance your understanding of Rotary and its programs, as well as to develop skills for...
Rotary District 5130 Confronts Human Trafficking with Education, Advocacy, and Action (by Jim O’Grady)
In a powerful demonstration of Rotary’s commitment to "Service Above Self," Rotary District 5130 has made significant strides in addressing the growing concern of human trafficking throughout Northern California. Over the past year, clubs within the district have...
Peace is Our Gift to Each Other
More than 330 Rotarians and non-Rotarians attended the recent International Peace Conference promoted by eight Rotary Districts and attended by members of fifteen districts from five countries. District Governor Jim O’Grady is credited for pulling the event together...