05/07/2026
District Governor Eric B. Santos Pays Official Visit to Rotary Club of Victoria, Marks Leadership Transition
VICTORIA, Oriental Mindoro — District Governor Eric B. Santos of Rotary International District 3820 paid his official Governor's Visit to the Rotary Club of Victoria on June 22, 2026, at the RCV Center in Victoria, Oriental Mindoro, reaffirming the district's commitment to strengthening clubs and inspiring Rotarians to create meaningful and lasting impact in their communities.
The visit also coincided with the club's 28th Induction and Hand-Over Ceremonies, marking the formal conclusion of the term of Heartworking President Marilyn Escorpeso and the assumption of leadership by Service Impact President Jonbert M. Caoli, who was officially inducted as Club President for Rotary Year 2026–2027.
One of the highlights of the Governor's Visit was the presentation of annual plans and commitments by the club's committee heads. Each committee outlined its goals, flagship projects, and service initiatives aligned with Rotary International's 2026–2027 theme, "Create Lasting Impact," reflecting the club's unified vision of delivering sustainable and impactful service to communities in Victoria and neighboring municipalities.
In his address, District Governor Santos commended the Rotary Club of Victoria for its strategic planning and dedication to service. He encouraged members to pursue innovative, collaborative, and sustainable projects while strengthening membership, public image, and Rotary's humanitarian mission. He likewise shared the district's priorities for the new Rotary year and expressed confidence in the club's ability to transform its plans into meaningful action.
The occasion was attended by Rotarians of the Rotary Club of Victoria, district officers, assistant governor, and visiting Rotarians from various Rotary clubs across Mindoro, highlighting the fellowship and collaboration that continue to strengthen among Rotary Clubs.
The Governor's Visit concluded with the ceremonial turnover of leadership, induction of club officers, a community dinner and a renewed commitment from club members to uphold Rotary's motto, Service Above Self, as the Rotary Club of Victoria begins another year of impactful service.