Being a District Governor is the most rewarding position I have ever held, so much that I stepped up to serve the district a second time. Although the commitment might appear to be daunting, the opportunity to serve Rotarians in District 7930 is filled with so many opportunities. 

 

The training that is provided to an incoming Governor is extensive. From engagement and advice from Past District Governors to the interaction with my NEPELS and Zone classmates to the training received from Rotary International at Zone and the International Assembly, there is no other program geared at preparing someone for such a role. I have done my best to learn the mechanics of Rotary and to provide the leadership to support clubs in their quest to provide service to their communities and the world to “Create Lasting Impact.”

 

Do you know someone who would make a great Governor? Think about fellow Rotarians who have the basic skills that could be magnified through the training that is provided, and over the course of 24-30 months would be prepared to lead our wonderful district. I can guarantee that the time spent in service to the district will pay off in ways that you cannot anticipate.  It is often said that being the President of a club is the best job in Rotary. I believe that the role of District Governor eclipses it.

 

August is Membership Month!

Please join us for the August Membership Committee Meeting!

Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 5:00-6:00PM on Zoom

 

Questions?

Contact:

Liz Cullen, Membership Chair

lizgcullen@yahoo.com

978-618-2357

Growing Rotary membership is essential to the long-term health and vitality of our organization.

 

Please join us for our upcoming Membership Forum, featuring Rotary International Director Tom Gump, as he shares Rotary's Vision 2030 Membership Plan. Learn about the strategies and opportunities that will help clubs attract, engage, and retain members while building a stronger future for Rotary.

 

We hope you'll join us for this informative and inspiring program.

 

Burlington Breakfast Rotary Co-President, Gloria Birungi, was taken in by ICE earlier this month while at Logan Airport traveling for a work conference.  She has been held in ICE detention without release.

 

Gloria, she has been Co-President of the Burlington Breakfast Rotary for two years, is a single mother of three wonderful children ages 7-13, holds two jobs and still finds time to give of herself for volunteering.

 

We are reaching out to as many fellow Rotarians as possible to be there to support Gloria at her hearing on August 10 at 9 a.m. in Chelmsford. We will all wear our Rotary shirts!

 

This is NOT a political protest. This is a humanitarian cause. We need Gloria to be returned to her children while her case is being adjudicated.

 

Her hearing is scheduled for: August 10 at 9 a.m., Chelmsford Immigration Court, 150 Apollo Drive, Chelmsford, MA

 

Please come out and support your fellow Rotarian!  For more information or questions, you may contact Fran Fazio at 781-266-6021. Thank you for your support!

The Gloucester Rotary will hold its annual Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in Stage Fort Park, located on Hough Avenue in Gloucester, MA. This popular event takes place concurrently with the Gloucester Waterfront Festival, which is sponsored by the Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce and is held in Stage Fort Park on Saturday-Sunday, August 15-16. A special free parking area is available for Pancake Breakfast attendees.

 

Tickets and sponsorships available at this link.

 

Proceeds from the Pancake Breakfast will benefit local and international projects of the Gloucester Rotary Club.