Sharing is Caring couldn't ring more true for blood donors. Ray Wilson educated our club about the organizational structure and reach of the San Diego Blood Bank. He also brought us up to date on new collection opportunities like "Doubles" for larger individuals that can spare more than the minimum amount and "Platelets" which are harvested using a special machine. Apheresis for platelet collection is a medical procedure where a machine separates blood components, allowing for the selective extraction of platelets from a donor's blood while returning the remaining blood components back to the donor.
 
San Diego Blood Bank relies on organizations like ours to help it meet the needs of young patients at Rady's Childrens Hospital and other locations where it's needed. You can help by registering for our Rotary Blood Drive. 
 
It is only a few weeks before our Blood Drive with the San Diego Blood Bank
 
Date: 3/15/2025 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
 
We need Members to work the Drive Site.
 
7:45-9:00 Setup of Tents & Signs
9:00-11:00 Check in Donors
11:00-1:00 Check in Donors
1:00- 3;00 Check in Donors and take down the Tent and Signs. 
 
Email me directly at lwwinhi@aol.com to sign up for the time that works best for you.
 
Yours in Service,
 
 
 
 
The Rotary Club of Del Mar and Solana Beach members are an interesting group, many of whom are serving the community not only as Rotarians, but in their careers as well.   
Solana Beach/Del Mar Rotarian President, Art Mendoza is a prime example of this. Not only is he one of the most active members of the club, he has spent his career helping others as a pathologist and is currently Medical Director Pathology for Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women. He presented the group with an overview of how he and his team aid in the diagnosis of disease which helps guide treatment decisions.
Local CCA teacher, Timothy Stiven and his students spoke about their club, Flowers for the Future, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing education to students of Afghanistan and around the world.   They are currently partnering with a learning center in Kabul, Afghanistan and are helping girls whose education has been restricted by the Taliban.  What began as a small book club, has evolved into global education network. Flowers for the Future now supports 500 Afghan girls with live, peer-to-peer instruction. Last June, the program awarded its first group of Afghan students with California High School diplomas. 

Dear Fellow Rotarians:

 
It is only a few weeks before our Blood Drive with the San Diego Blood Bank
 
Date: 3/15/2025 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
 
We need Members to work the Drive Site.
 
7:45-9:00 Setup of Tents & Signs
9:00-11:00 Check in Donors
11:00-1:00 Check in Donors
1:00- 3;00 Check in Donors and take down the Tent and Signs. 
 
Email me directly to sign up for the time that works best for you.
 
Yours in Service,
 
 
Sandy Levine Wealth Management Talk
 
Our own member, Sandy Levine, reviewed Stock Market History going back to the late 1800's and gave us a primer on stock indices. 
Club Information
Welcome to our Club!
Del Mar - Solana Beach

Service Above Self

We meet In Person
Fridays at 7:00 a.m.
Hilton Del Mar
15575 Jimmy Durante Blvd
Del Mar, CA 92014
United States of America
Upcoming Events
Speakers
Jen Grove, CEO Del Mar Village Association (DMVA)
Feb 28, 2025
Shore Saver Program and DMVA Activities
Laura Mello RI Foundation's Education & Literacy
Mar 07, 2025
Rotary Foundation's Basic Education & Literacy Program
Emily M. Moore, Cabrillo National Monument
Mar 14, 2025
Cabrillo National Monument
Angie Pennella,, Your Mindset—Flip the Switch!!
Mar 28, 2025 7:15 AM
Your Mindset—Flip the Switch!!
Dick Fisher, "Living History-You Grew Up Where?"
Apr 04, 2025
You Grew Up Where?
Jeffrey Sitcov, Doors of Change
Apr 11, 2025
Helps homeless youth get immediate access to supplies, mental healthcare and safe housing.
Peter Callstrom, Burn Institute
May 16, 2025
Burn survivors recovery
Wen Chen, Ph.D. Chinese Culture, Human Rights
Jun 06, 2025
Chinese Culture, History, and Human Rights
Russell Low Stories of Unknown Chinese Americans
Jun 13, 2025
Unknown Chinese American History
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4-Way Test
Our Club President
 
Art Mendoza
art.mendoza@sharp.com
+1 858 945-5361

 

About Our Club
 

Discover the Del Mar Solana Beach Rotary Club – Where Service and Fellowship Flourish!

Since our inception in 1992, the Del Mar Solana Beach Rotary Club has been dedicated to making a difference in our community and beyond. As part of Rotary District 5340, encompassing 67 clubs in San Diego and Imperial Counties, we're driven by a passion for service and a commitment to meaningful impact.

Why Rotary?

As the world's pioneer service club, Rotary International has a rich history dating back to 1905. With 34,000 clubs and 1.2 million Rotarians worldwide, Rotary leverages collective resources to tackle global challenges, from eradicating polio to promoting education and fostering peace.

What do we do?

At our club, you'll experience the joy of service while building lasting friendships. Whether it's through our weekly Friday morning meetings, engaging in fellowship activities, or participating in our signature event, Lobsterfest, there's always an opportunity to have fun while making a difference.

Who do we serve?

 We're deeply involved in a diverse range of projects, from supporting local initiatives like Just in Time for Foster Youth and Casa de Amistad to international efforts such as the El Salvador Preschool and Community Center and India Women’s Home for Mental Health Care. Through educational, humanitarian, and cultural programs, we touch lives and create positive change, both locally and globally.

Ready to join us?

Visit our website to learn more about our club and how you can get involved. Or better yet, stop by for a complimentary breakfast at the Del Mar Hilton Hotel every Friday morning. Experience firsthand the warmth of our community and the impact we're making together. Come be a part of something truly special – join the Del Mar Solana Beach Rotary Club today!

 
Join us!

Contact  Paul Butler

paul@dmsbRotary.com

(858) 755-2079

 

DMSB Rotary

P.O. Box 1115
Solana Beach, CA  92075

DMSB Facebook Page

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