Welcome to Rotary District 5170!
New Rotary Year 2026-2027 welcome message from
District Governor Dr. Geeta Kadambi
It is a privilege to serve as District Governor for 2026–2027 and work with more than 3,600 Rotarians in 63 clubs across Alameda, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, and San Benito counties.
Our theme, Inspire, Collaborate and Creating Lasting Impact, reflects our commitment to strengthening clubs, expanding membership, developing future leaders, and increasing Rotary's visibility throughout our communities.
This year, we will focus on growing membership, supporting innovative service projects, engaging Interactors and young professionals, launching the Interactor Journalist Program, maximum participation in RYLA, hosting the Rotary Collaborative Summit, and publishing the Rotary District 5170 Coffee Table Book to preserve our district's history and showcase the impact of our clubs.
Achieving these goals requires the participation of every Rotarian. I invite each of you to contribute your time, talent, and expertise as we work together to make Rotary District 5170 the leading district in the world for service, generosity, collaboration, and community impact.
I look forward to serving with you.
Geeta Kadambi, 07/01/2026
D5170 Book Now Available
Rotary District 5170 Coffee Table Book - Legacy Captured
Rotary International Monthly Themes
Rotarians helping venezuela
1. Shelter Box
ShelterBox is responding alongside local partners in Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes. As damage assessments continue, we are working to provide emergency shelter and essential aid to families who have lost their homes and are preparing to support communities as needs become clearer. DONATE HERE
2. Disaster Aid USA
Rebuilding Communities Together DONATE HERE
3. Rotary International Disaster Response
Your gift helps Rotary clubs provide disaster recovery and support rebuilding efforts. Contributions are made available through Rotary Disaster Response Grants. Contributions to the General Disaster Response Fund cannot be directed to a specific disaster. District 4370 and 4380 from Venezuela are initiating these grants, each worth $25,000. DONATE HERE
District 5170 Sponsors
FACEBOOK - INSTAGRAM
Walking for Memories. Walking for Hope. Walking for a Cure.
Today, October 24, Coach Joe Goralka is walking in the 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer’s in San Francisco in honor of his mother, who suffered from dementia.
Through his team, Rotary on the Run, Coach Joe invites fellow Rotarians, friends, and community members to walk alongside him, raise awareness, or make a donation to support the fight against Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.
🌍 Today is also World Polio Day!
As we walk to end Alzheimer’s, we also stand united in Rotary’s mission to End Polio Now. Coach Joe will proudly wear his End Polio Now shirt to raise awareness for both causes.
Support the Walk to End Alzheimer’s:
http://act.alz.org/goto/Rotary-on-the-Run-for-Alzheimer-Walk
Support Rotary’s End Polio Now Campaign:
https://www.endpolio.org/
Every step raises awareness. Every donation brings hope. Every act of service makes a difference.
Together, we can create a world free from Alzheimer’s and polio! 🌎
Service Above Self. People of Action. 💙💛
#RotaryDistrict5170 #RotaryOnTheRun #WalkToEndAlzheimers #EndAlz #WorldPolioDay #EndPolioNow #PeopleOfAction #ServiceAboveSelf #RotaryCares
HONOR. RECOGNIZE. CELEBRATE.
Rotary District 5170 Proudly Salutes Our Military Heroes!
Join us for a special Veterans Day Celebration as we honor the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of our veterans and active-duty service members. ❤️🤍💙
📅 Saturday, November 14, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Sunnyvale Elks
375 N. Pastoria Ave., Sunnyvale, CA
🎤 Featured Speakers & Special Guests
🎖️ Celebration Program
🌮 Taco Truck
🍸 No-Host Bar
🎟️ $25 for Rotarians and Guests
🇺🇸 FREE for the first 25 non-Rotarian veterans or active-duty service members!
💙 Calling All Rotarians! Bring a veteran, invite military families, and help us celebrate those who have served. Let`s share the fellowship, gratitude, and spirit of Service Above Self!
📣 Rotary Clubs: Have a project supporting veterans or military families? Share your stories and photos with Cheryl Lander at doglover.lander@gmail.com by October 30, 2026.
🔗 Register Today:
https://events.humanitix.com/rotary-district-5170-veterans-day-celebration
Bring a Veteran. Honor a Hero. Welcome a Future Rotarian!
#RotaryDistrict5170 #VeteransDay2026 #HonorOurHeroes #ServiceAboveSelf #RotaryInAction
💙💛 Strong Members. Generous Hearts. Lasting Impact. 💛💙
There is so much to celebrate in Rotary District 5170! 🎉
Our District achieved outstanding recognition in Zone 26:
🏆 #1 BEST RETENTION RATE
District 5170 achieved an impressive 90.39% member retention rate — a reflection of the fellowship, engagement, purpose, and sense of belonging that keep our Rotary community strong.
💛 #2 IN TOTAL CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE ROTARY FOUNDATION
District 5170 contributed an extraordinary $1,979,500, helping Zone 26 reach $14,047,681 in total contributions and rank #4 in the world! 🌎
Under the leadership of DG Herb Ritter, these achievements demonstrate what happens when Rotarians come together around a shared commitment to fellowship, generosity, and service.
But these recognitions belong to every District 5170 member who showed up, stayed engaged, gave generously, welcomed others, and continued putting Service Above Self into action.
👏 District 5170, give yourselves a hand!
Together, we’re not simply growing Rotary — we’re strengthening it and creating lasting impact in our communities and around the world. 💙💛
#RotaryDistrict5170 #Rotary #PeopleOfAction #ServiceAboveSelf #CreateLastingImpact #TheRotaryFoundation #RotaryFoundation #RotaryMembership #RotaryZone26 #RotaryInternational
📍 KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: Summit Location & Parking
We’re excited to welcome you to the Rotary District 5170 Collaborative Impact Summit tomorrow!
📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
📍 San Jose McEnery Convention Center
150 W San Carlos St, San Jose
Before you head out, save this guide for easy reference. 👆
🚗 Convention Center Parking: $25 all day
🔵 Park in the BLUE ZONE (center)
💰 Lower-cost option: SJSU parking at 450 S 4th Street — $8 flat weekend rate
🚆 Carpooling and public transportation are also encouraged.
Once inside, get ready to explore 100+ project displays, hear inspiring speakers, enjoy live entertainment, connect with fellow Rotarians and community partners, and discover new opportunities to serve.
Inspire. Collaborate. Act.
See you at the Summit! 💙💛
#RotaryDistrict5170 #CollaborativeImpactSummit #Rotary #PeopleOfAction #ServiceAboveSelf #SanJose #CreateLastingImpact
WE CONNECT PEOPLE
Rotary unites more than a million people
Through Rotary clubs, people from all continents and cultures come together to exchange ideas, and form friendships and professional connections while making a difference in their backyards and around the world.
WE TRANSFORM COMMUNITIES
We take action locally and globally
Each day, our members pour their passion, integrity, and intelligence into completing projects that have a lasting impact. We persevere until we deliver real, lasting solutions.
WE SOLVE PROBLEMS
No challenge is too big for us
For more than 110 years, we’ve bridged cultures and connected continents to champion peace, fight illiteracy and poverty, promote clean water and sanitation, and fight disease.
Walking for Memories. Walking for Hope. Walking for a Cure.
Today, October 24, Coach Joe Goralka is walking in the 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer’s in San Francisco in honor of his mother, who suffered from dementia.
Through his team, Rotary on the Run, Coach Joe invites fellow Rotarians, friends, and community members to walk alongside him, raise awareness, or make a donation to support the fight against Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.
🌍 Today is also World Polio Day!
As we walk to end Alzheimer’s, we also stand united in Rotary’s mission to End Polio Now. Coach Joe will proudly wear his End Polio Now shirt to raise awareness for both causes.
Support the Walk to End Alzheimer’s:
act.alz.org/goto/Rotary-on-the-Run-for-Alzheimer-Walk
Support Rotary’s End Polio Now Campaign:
www.endpolio.org/
Every step raises awareness. Every donation brings hope. Every act of service makes a difference.
Together, we can create a world free from Alzheimer’s and polio! 🌎
Service Above Self. People of Action. 💙💛
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🏆 Congratulations, Rotary District 5170! 🎉
We did it! Thanks to our incredible Rotary Clubs and dedicated Rotarians, District 5170 has earned the prestigious 2025–2026 District Excellence Award — one of only 116 districts worldwide to receive this honor! 🌎
This recognition belongs to YOU! Thank you for making our District shine on the world stage! 💙💛
Lead with Vision. Serve with Heart. Leave Your Mark.
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HONOR. RECOGNIZE. CELEBRATE.
Rotary District 5170 Proudly Salutes Our Military Heroes!
Join us for a special Veterans Day Celebration as we honor the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of our veterans and active-duty service members. ❤️🤍💙
📅 Saturday, November 14, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Sunnyvale Elks
375 N. Pastoria Ave., Sunnyvale, CA
🎤 Featured Speakers & Special Guests
🎖️ Celebration Program
🌮 Taco Truck
🍸 No-Host Bar
🎟️ $25 for Rotarians and Guests
🇺🇸 FREE for the first 25 non-Rotarian veterans or active-duty service members!
💙 Calling All Rotarians! Bring a veteran, invite military families, and help us celebrate those who have served. Let's share the fellowship, gratitude, and spirit of Service Above Self!
📣 Rotary Clubs: Have a project supporting veterans or military families? Share your stories and photos with Cheryl Lander at doglover.lander@gmail.com by October 30, 2026.
🔗 Register Today:
events.humanitix.com/rotary-district-5170-veterans-day-celebration
Bring a Veteran. Honor a Hero. Welcome a Future Rotarian!
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