Newsletter

April 21, 2025

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Club President - Selica Diaz

Secretary - Mary Lou Branch

Treasurer - Nancy Phan

Rotary Foundation Chair - Art Cano

Club Service Chair - Mayra Cervantes- Martinez

Membership Chair: Marta Rodriguez

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

MEETING DATES:

1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month

May 6 & 20 and June 3

June 17 - FOCUS on June 29th Fundraiser, collecting auction items, reviewing sponsorships & event ticket sales.

TIME:

Social 5:30 PM | Meeting: 6:00 PM

LOCATION:

Chapter One: the modern local - in the Red Room at

227 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92701

Service Project

April 22 at 6:00 PM at Robin Fry’s home

Putting together marketing materials & gift packets for April 26/27 Floral Park event.

Social & Service Events

Floral Park Home & Garden Tour

April 26 & 27

Event Chairs: Saturday - Robin and Sunday - Marta

Rotary Club of Santa Ana Meeting at Chapter One

May 6

Open Garden Tour at Floral Park

May 10

Rotary Club of Santa Ana Meeting at Chapter One

May 20

Rotary Club of Santa Ana Meeting at Chapter One

June 3

Santa Ana Movies in the Park

June 6 - July 25

Let Marta know if you would like to participate in these booth events.

Memorial Park Neighborhood Resource Fair

June 7 at 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Event Chairs: Selica and Lisa

Transition Dinner for Club President Selica Diaz

June 9

Event Chair: Mayra

District 5320 Transition Dinner for District Governor

June 14

Registration is now open for our annual Transition Dinner. This year’s event will be held at the Lakeview Senior Center, 20 Lake Rd., Irvine, CA 92604. ($50/each) Register on DACdb.com

Rotary Club of Santa Ana Meeting at Chapter One

June 17

Club Fundraiser Event with Brea Rotary

June 29

Event Chairs: Marta and OPEN

Wilshire Square Neighborhood Summer Concert

July 26

Upcoming Guest Speaker

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast provides a positive, healthy learning environment for children, and it’s what the Santa Ana location has done locally since 1941. With each year that passes, their Club curriculum takes progressively longer strides toward strengthening the academic aptitude, physical fitness, health awareness, and career ambitions of its members, preparing them to graduate high school with a plan for their futures.

Today, the youth of Central Orange Coast are growing up with extraordinary opportunities, some of which also present uncharted risks. With more than 200,000 youth under the age of 18 within our reach in the Central Orange Coast region, we are called to do everything we can to help as many as possible reach greatness.

Boys & Girls Club

If you missed the last club meeting please get in touch with a fellow club member to hear about our partnership with Brea Rotary on their annual fundraiser!

Here is a link for you to download the EVENT FUNDRAISER forms:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Ot4gQEfE8IG4Am5i3iwHwHutfFH9lssF

Event ticket is $125 which includes entry to venue, food, drinks, music, live auction, silent auction, and more. This fundraiser is an outstanding opportunity where we can fundraise for our future service projects, high school scholarships. We hope you all can attend!

WE HAVE 2 MONTHS TO MAKE THIS FUNDRAISER A BIG SUCCESS!

Our club sent two high school students to RYLA camp this past weekend, April 11-13. Students from all across the Rotary District went up in buses to Idylewild. Below are the letters our campers sent to us after their trip:

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Hi, my name is Olivia Martinez and I am a sophomore at Legacy College Prep in SA. This is my first leadership camp and I am grateful for the opportunity given to me. My experience in the rope course and all the deep talks I had with my group were incredible. I loved the spirit that RYLA had; it was something I had never experienced before, and it will always stay with me. It was so fun! I loved everything about it, from the good food to the engaging activities. Each activity was connected to leadership, which really helped me discover more about myself. The specific exercises made me reflect on my personality traits, and I was able to uncover things I never knew about myself. Overall, my experience at RYLA was super amazing, and I hope to have the opportunity to return next year! Thank you so much for the opportunity!

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Hi, my name is Ashley Martinez, and I am a sophomore at Legacy College Prep. I was honored to be a part of RYLA. RYLA wasn't just any camp, it was an incredible experience that taught me so much about leadership, teamwork, and myself. I discovered new qualities within me and gained a deeper appreciation for traits I had never given much thought to before. The activities at RYLA really helped me understand the value of teamwork. I learned how powerful it is to bring different perspectives together to solve problems and achieve goals. I also realized how important communication is, and how paying attention to details can be both crucial and helpful in many situations. This camp pushed me out of my comfort zone. I talked to new people, built strong bonds, and truly enjoyed connecting with others. One of the things I loved most was the camp spirit everyone was so energetic, positive, and welcoming. It created an environment where we all felt connected and supported.

My favorite activity was the ropes course. It was challenging, exciting, and a great reminder of what I’m capable of when I push myself to try new things. Overall, my experience at RYLA was amazing. I’m so grateful for the opportunity, and I truly hope I can return next year—not just to learn more, but to help new campers feel the same joy and growth that I did!

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⚙️The Rotary Club of Santa Ana is helping launch two new Interact Clubs! One at Century High School and a second at Legacy College Prep. Our youth program is dedicated to cultivating the next generation of leaders. You can play a vital role by volunteering as an Interact Advisor, leading as a Club Youth Chair, or providing crucial financial support. Learn how your contribution directly impacts the lives and development of these young individuals. Our program provides mentorship, skill-building workshops, and opportunities for community involvement. Help us raise $5,000 to fund scholarships and RYLA summer leadership camp. Visit our website at rotarysantaana.org, or contact us at rotaryclubofsantaana@gmail.com to learn more. ⚙️

Dates: Every Thursday

Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Location: Boys & Girls Club of Santa Ana

Food Distribution

Make a direct impact in the community by helping distribute fresh food and essential groceries to families in need. As a volunteer, you'll assist with sorting, packing, and distributing food, ensuring local families receive the support they need.

Dates: Any weekday during program

Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Location: Boys & Girls Club of Santa Ana

Mentor Day

Step into the shoes of a Club kid for a day! During Mentor Day, volunteers experience firsthand the impact of our IMPACT Model by joining members through their structured rotations: homework help, enrichment activities, and Triple Play (health & wellness).

This immersive experience allows you to engage with students, see our programs in action, and make meaningful connections while inspiring the next generation.

Date: May 6th

Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Location: Boys & Girls Club of Santa Ana

Women of Greatness Networking Event

Connect, empower, and make an impact! The Women of Greatness Networking Event is a quarterly gathering where like-minded women come together to build connections and support meaningful causes.

This event will focus on our Mental Health and Family Strengthening initiatives, featuring a hands-on service project to directly support families in need. Join us for an inspiring evening of networking, purpose, and community impact!

CLUB MEMBERSHIP DUES

We’d like to take a moment to discuss our options to submit membership dues: on a quarterly, semi-annual, or annual basis. If you’re able, we encourage you to consider paying in advance, as it can help with planning our club budget. The club pays your dues on your behalf six months in advance.

In December, Nancy, our dedicated Club Treasurer diligently submitted our membership dues to Rotary International (RI) for the period covering September to December 2024 and January to June 2025, following RI's guidelines. Dues were also sent to District 5320, totaling $20 per month/per member, which fuels programs, training, and events. For over 100 years, Rotary has continued to be a well-respected non-profit organization doing good locally and around the world!

At this time, we warmly invite you to submit your membership dues for April, May, and June. Let’s continue to enjoy the benefits of membership and remain in good standing. Please remember that in June, our Treasurer will be submitting dues for July through December to RI and to District 5320.

We truly value your ongoing membership and the incredible support you provide to District 5320 and Rotary International’s initiatives. Your commitment makes such a meaningful impact in our community and internationally.

Thank you for your continued support. We appreciate you!

Learn more ways you can support your Rotary Club:

• Rotary Foundation

• Interact youth program, scholarships and RYLA camp

• Club Service Projects