Congratulations to Poppy Mackenzie-Arnet, Ava Young, Isla Mackay, and Kalen Zayshley, recipients of four $1,000 Rotary Club of Pender Harbour bursaries, presented by Bill and Lyn Charlton at the Pender Harbour Graduation Ceremony.

Your hard work, dedication, and achievements have earned this well-deserved recognition. We wish each of you every success as you begin the next chapter of your educational journey.
 

Bill and Lyn also gave a talk to the Grads about the importance of service and their involvement specifically in the community.

Congratulations, graduates—we look forward to seeing all that you accomplish! 

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Dreams Come True was founded by Jen in 2017, with the help from the Cinderella Project. The initiative provides free graduation dresses and accessories to students. Hairdressers and make-up artists are on hand to complete each girl's look for their special day. Held each spring at Chatelech High School in Sechelt, it offers a boutique-style experience to help grads from the entire Sunshine Coast, find their dream outfit without financial worry, The program accepts gently used donations. 

Pender Harbour Rotarians Jennifer Peters (centre) with helpers; former graduate Georgia (L) and sister Rachelle(R)

The Pender Harbour Rotary Club provided funding to purchase two portable changing rooms

Five Pender Harbour Secondary students shared their experiences at RYLA, a leadership camp they attended during March break. They discussed how the camp pushed them out of their comfort zones, helped them make new friends from diverse backgrounds, and provided valuable team building and workshop opportunities. Students described specific activities they participated in, including team competitions, community service projects, and public speaking events. They expressed gratitude for the opportunity to attend and mentioned that they have continued making connections with peers from the camp through group chats.

Funds to cover each student’s $550 tuition to attend were raised in November, through the club’s annual Scotch Tasting event.

Angelo is a Financial Advisor with over 20 years of experience helping clients build and protect their wealth. Based in Vancouver, he’s now expanding his practice to the Sunshine Coast—a step toward his dream of opening an office there and eventually relocating full-time to his newly built home in Madeira Park.

Although he currently lives in Vancouver, Angelo spends at least one week each month on the Coast, embracing the lifestyle he and his wife Bettina love. Both are passionate about nature and hiking, and the Sunshine Coast has become their perfect escape.

Family is at the heart of Angelo’s life. He and Bettina have two children—Lucia, 20, and Matteo, 17. When he’s on the Coast, Angelo enjoys fishing, cooking, and ending the day outdoors by the fire with a glass of red wine in hand.

Pender Harbour Secondary School PAC lunch program coordinator, Stephanie Van Dyk receives a cheque from Rotarian Jen Peters for the high school lunch program. Our Rotary Club raised $615. for the program, proceeds from the club’s January & February 50:50 draws. The PHSS Parents Advisory provides a weekly lunch every Wednesday to 65 students at an average cost of $300.

Rotarian Bill Charlton presents PH Food Bank chair Joka Wright,  a cheque for $1,170. Proceeds from the clubs’ October & November online 50/50 draws.