President Liz Alves Brings a Cheerful Start to the New Rotary Year
President Liz is leading the Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Sunrise into the new Rotary year with energy, creativity, and compassion. Wearing pink and channeling Cheer Bear, she and her team of Care Bears, encourage members to bring their whole hearts to service – fostering fellowship, sparking fresh ideas, and taking action to make a meaningful impact in our community and beyond. Read Liz's message and learn more about her leadership team.
New Members Welcomed
At the first club meeting of the year, we proudly welcomed new members Donna Hathaway and Steve Samuel, sponsored by Ron Brooks. Welcome, Donna and Steve!Learn more >>
Earthwise Education in Action
Students and community partners at Monroe Elementary, A to Z Cooking School, and SBCC are learning to cook, compost, and care forthe planet thanks to Rotary. Learn more >>
Sunrise Rotarians in Calgary
Six club members joined 15,000 Rotarians in Calgary for the Rotary International Convention, returning inspired with ideas and enthusiasm to create positive change. Learn more >>
How Many Rotarians Will You Find at Fiesta? Rotary is part of Old Spanish Days! From El Mercado booths to the parade route, watch for Rotarians volunteering, performing, and celebrating throughout Fiesta week. Learn more >>
Scholarships for Volcanes Students
Extending our service beyond borders, five students in the Volcanes Education Program in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico will receive scholarships to continue their education. Learn more >>
The Gift of Mobility
New wheelchairs are transforming lives in Mexico—giving people new freedom and dignity. This Rotary partnership will ultimately provide mobility to 280 individuals. Learn more >>
What a Splash!
The 2025 Dolphin Derby brought thrilling races, music, and family fun. Thanks to our community’s support, we raised funds that benefit local and global service projects.Learn more >>
Celebrating Ellen’s Year
We honored President Ellen Chase with music, skits, a Buckeye-themed cake, and heartfelt step down traditions—a joyful send-off celebrating her outstanding year of leadership.Learn more >>
There’s a place for you in the good we do! A gift helps fund our projects, and membership opens the door to friendship, purpose, and making a real difference together. Curious to learn more? Join us for breakfast on the first and third Wednesdays at 7 a.m. at the Santa Barbara Club—you’re always welcome.
Benefit Lives, Locally and Internationally
Your donation to the Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Sunrise Foundation supports projects that feed families, empower youth, and improve communities here and around the world. Every gift makes a difference. Thank you for your support.
Looking to give back and connect? We're seeking people who want to make a difference, build lasting friendships, and serve their community. Know someone who fits the bill? Invite them to join us—or come check us out yourself!
Header photo: 2025 Old Spanish Days Spirit of Fiesta Natalia Treviño joined us at our club meeting on July 17.
The Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Sunrise is made up of local business, professional, and civic leaders. We meet regularly, get to know each other, form friendships, and through that, we’re able to get things done in our local and worldwide communities.
EDITOR'S NOTE: The Early Bird Bugle is a monthly publication of the Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Sunrise. Please submit questions, content, or photos to Karen Kawaguchi at kkawaguchi@sbma.net. Deadline for submissions is the 20th of the month prior to the next month’s issue. Publication is not guaranteed. Please ensure that all material submitted is correct and not subject to copyright from other parties.
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