Aloha and Welcome to the Rotary Club of Honolulu!

People of action, Rotary is where neighbors, friends, and problem-solvers share ideas, join leaders, and take action to create lasting change.  1.2 million members strong, as we emerge from the pandemic, Rotarians world-wide will continue to “Imagine Rotary,” the Rotary International theme for
2022-2023.
 
Chartered on July 1, 1915, the Rotary Club of Honolulu remains the oldest and largest Rotary Club in Hawai`i.  Our club includes like-minded business, civic, and community leaders, both young and seasoned, who are guided by our Rotary principles and bonded together by a common philosophy of "Service Above Self".
 
Known for hosting influential, relevant and interesting speakers during our meetings at Noon on Tuesdays, our Programs provide our members an opportunity to broaden our understanding of current issues and challenges and encourage solution driven conversations.  We offer virtual and in-person meetings, and a variety of meaningful service projects, such as Centennial Park, our gift to the City, residents and visitors of Waikiki.  In addition to a plethora of local service projects, the members of the Rotary Club of Honolulu have participated in more than eighteen International Service projects in Thailand, Philippines, Cambodia, Myanmar, and Nepal, to name a few.
 
Please join us for one of our meetings to learn more about our club and how you can get involved in making Hawai`i a better place.  For details on our next meeting, please call Martha at 808-721-8138 or email us at administrator@honolulurotary.com.
 
In Rotary Service,
Lyla Berg
President 2022-2023
 
Home Page Stories
July 19 Meeting - Terry George
Past Club President Terry George, President and CEO of H.K.L. Castle Foundation, discussed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in their organization and in the Rotary Club of Honolulu.
 
 
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June 28 Meeting - Rotary Treasure Rob Hale
Past President Rob Hale was celebrated as the Club's newest Rotary Treasure. A Rotary Treasure is one who exemplifies Service Above Self not only in our Club but also in our community.
 
 
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June 21 Meeting - Lt. Governor Forum
Five candidates for Lt. Governor participated in a forum hosted by the Rotary Clubs of Honolulu, Downtown Honolulu, Hilo, Kaneohe, and Waikiki.
 
 
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June 14 Meeting - Scott Nishimoto
Ceeds of Peace Executive Director Scott Nishimoto described the peacebuilding action plan workshops they've created for educators, families, and community leaders. 
 
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June 7 Meeting - Service Dogs 101
Loren Lasher, who is associated with Hawaii Fi-Do Service Dogs, demonstrated the skills required for service dogs and the differences with therapy and emotional support dogs.
 
 
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Upcoming Events
Club Executives & Directors
President
Lyla Berg
President Elect
Al Linton
Club Trainer
Rich Proctor
Secretary
Saima Makhdoom
Treasurer
Kevin Hall
Immediate Past President
Gwen Yamamoto Lau
Membership
Erin Pauahi Auerbach
Director - Weekly Operations
Tom Coyne
Director - Weekly Programs
Maja Grajski
Director - Membership Recruitment
Erin Pauahi Auerbach
Director - Membership Retention
Bob Sumpf
Director - Community Service
Peg Jackson
Director - International Service
Jim Harrow
Director - Youth Service
Rick Tabor
Director - Rotary Relations
Lee LaBrash
Director - Vocational Service
Beth-Ann Kozlovich
The Rotary Foundation
Joanna Amberger
Sergeant-at-Arms
Mitch Weld
Centennial Park Chair
Rob Hale
Club Administrator
Martha German
Rotary Gives Thanks
Al Linton
Technical Director
Brian Dunkel
Interact Adviser
Rick Tabor
Rotaract Adviser
Rick Tabor
RATPack Project for Kalihi Leadership Academy
Rotarians and professionals worked together to renovate Community of Christ Church for the Kalihi Leadership Academy, which seeks to provide social emotional learning activities for youths 11-15 years old living at Kalihi Valley Homes housing project, who are at risk for entering gangs, failing grade levels at alarmingly high rates, and engaging in risky activities.  Many cannot read, write, or do math at their level.
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Centennial Park Waikiki
 
Centennial Park Waikiki  
100 Years Rotary Service
 

Waikiki of today is worlds away from the wetlands, mudflats, fishponds and taro fields of the past. A walk among the modern concrete towers of our world-famous tourist destination reveals little in the way of culture or history and even less in green space.

Thanks to Rotary District 5000, Rotarians throughout the State of Hawaii, friends, neighbors and businesses in Waikiki, the only remaining patch of under-developed land in central Waikiki has been transformed from a barren debris-strewn gravel lot into an oasis of greenery.

Click here to see a video of the transformation!

Find Out What's New

Rotary Village at YMCA Camp Erdman Project
Thanks to the efforts of one hundred volunteers from Rotary, YMCA, Nan, Inc. and the community, our Rotary Village cabins at YMCA Camp Erdman were transformed from being “not so gently used” to good as new!  A big mahalo to all of our members who joined us over the weekend!  Additionally, a special shout-out to Don Anderson and Reese Liggett for leading this project.  Also, to Phil Wright, Bob Sumpf, Kent Reinker, Dave Shanahan and Kirk Hovious for laying the foundation and prepping the village; as well as Linda Coble, Ann Stamp Miller and Paul Saito for being our historians and memorializing this project!  The work accomplished will positively impact thousands of children for years to come!
 
  
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The Four Way Test
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Our Project and Social Outing Photo Albums-Please visit!
August 9 Meeting - Bettina Mehnert
August 2 Meeting - DG Randy Hart
June 26 Meeting - Ukraine Delegation
June 19 Meeting - PP Terry George
June 12 Meeting - President & BOD Message
June 28 Meeting - Rotary Treasure and Change of Command
Hawaii Beer Fest June 25
June 21 Meeting - Lt. Governor Forum
June 14 Meeting - Scott Nishimoto
June 7 Meeting - Loren Lasher
May 24 Meeting - Derrick Ariyoshi
D5000 Conference - Young Leaders Celebration
May 17 Meeting - Oksana Enriquez
RATPack at Kalihi Church
May 3 Meeting - Peacemaker Videos
April 26 Meeting - Progressive Relaxation Experience
Rotary Village at YMCA Camp Erdman
April 19 Meeting - Dr. Kim Holland
April 12 Meeting - Lorenn Walker and Lisa Tamashiro
April 5 Meeting - Celebration of Rotary Service
March 29 Spring Membership Pau Hana
March 22 Meeting - Delia Ulima
March 15 Meeting - Greg Waibel
March 8 Meeting - Rob Van Tassell
March 1 Meeting - Vocational
February 22 Meeting - Deloris Guttman
February 15 Meeting - Steven Alm
2022 RYLA
February 8 Meeting - Chenoa Farnsworth
February 1 Meeting - Rotary Marketplace Trade Show
January 25 Meeting - John Fink
January 18 Zoom Meeting - Neal Milner
January 11 Hybrid Meeting - Ernie Lau
January 4 Zoom Meeting - Club Assembly
December 14 Holiday Meeting
December 12 Marathon Aid Station
December 7 Membership Pau Hana
December 7 Joint Zoom Meeting - Gen. Eric Shinseki
November 23 Zoom Meeting - Dr. Paul Moroz
November 15 - 19 Paul Harris Week
November 9 Zoom Meeting - Nicole Lim
November 2 Zoom Meeting - Zak Noyle
October 26 Zoom Meeting - Laura Thielen
October 19 Zoom Meeting - George Kon
October 12 Zoom Meeting - John De Fries
October 5 Zoom Meeting - Aiko Yamashiro
September 28 Zoom Meeting - Meli James
September 21 Zoom Meeting - Catherine Payne
September 14 Zoom Meeting - Colleen Hanabusa
August 24 Zoom Meeting - Vocational Program
August 17 Zoom Meeting - Terry George, Rob Van Tassell, Bub Wo
August 10 Zoom Meeting - DG Sandy Matsui
August 3 Hybrid Meeting - David Matlin
July 27 Zoom Meeting - Crystal Rose
July 20 Hybrid Meeting - Colin Moore
July 13 Zoom Meeting - Ron Mizutani
July 6 Zoom Meeting - Vision and Objectives
June 29 Hybrid Meeting - Change of Command
Centennial Park Waikiki transferred to the City
Centennial Park Waikiki Work Day III
Palolo Valley Clean-up
Thailand Service Project
Rotary International statement on Ukraine conflict

It is a tragic and sad time for the people of Ukraine and the world.

At Rotary, we are deeply concerned by the deteriorating situation in Ukraine and the escalating loss of life and humanitarian hardship there. Continued military action against Ukraine will not only devastate the region, but also risk spreading tragic consequences across Europe and the world.

As one of the world’s largest humanitarian organizations, we have made peace the cornerstone of our global mission. We join the international community in calling for an immediate cease fire, withdrawal of Russian forces, and a restoration of diplomatic efforts to resolve this conflict through dialogue.

In the past decade, Rotary clubs in Ukraine, Russia and nearby countries have transcended national differences and have actively engaged in peace-building projects to promote goodwill and to marshal assistance for the victims of war and violence. Today, our thoughts are with our fellow Rotary members and others in Ukraine coping with these tragic events. Rotary International will do everything in its power to bring aid, support and peace to the region.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Rotary, we understand that cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is essential to realizing our vision of a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change.

We value diversity and celebrate the contributions of people of all backgrounds, across age, ethnicity, race, color, disability, learning style, religion, faith, socioeconomic status, culture, marital status, languages spoken, sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity as well as differences in ideas, thoughts, values, and beliefs.

Recognizing that individuals from certain groups have historically experienced barriers to membership, participation, and leadership, we commit to advancing equity in all aspects of Rotary, including in our community partnerships, so that each person has the necessary access to resources, opportunities, networks, and support to thrive.

We believe that all people hold visible and invisible qualities that inherently make them unique, and we strive to create an inclusive culture where each person knows they are valued and belong.

In line with our value of integrity, we are committed to being honest and transparent about where we are in our DEI journey as an organization, and to continuing to learn and do better.

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