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Rotary District 5010 Rotary District 5010 spans Alaska. Rotarians of the Far North lend warm hearts and helping hands to change lives. Warren E.

History of District 5010

District 5010 was created on July 1, 1991 as a result of renumbering of Districts by Rotary International. District 501 had been created on July 1, 1987 and developed from a realignment of clubs in District 503, separating Alaska and the Yukon Territory, Canada, with 27 clubs total. Prior to that time, Alaska and the Yukon Territory had been in District 503 which itself was created on July 1, 1973 from a realignment of clubs then existing in District 502 and 504, and consisted of 36 clubs and 2,651 members located in King County, part of Snohomish County, and in Alaska and the Yukon Territory. It grew to be one of the largest districts in Rotary International. When the first Alaska club was formed in Ketchikan in 1925, District 1 included Alaska, Northwestern Washington, and British Columbia. The District number was changed to 102 in 1937, then to 101 in 1938, then to 151 in 1949, then to 152 in 1955, and District 502 in 1956. When Rotary International was founded in 1910, the first Vice President was Robert Roy Denny of Seattle. Kraft was first Vice President in 1962-63 and served on at least six international committees as well as on other assignments. In 1981 he served for the forty-sixth time as Personal Representative of the President of Rotary International to a District Conference. Ernie Skeel was one of the early leaders in the district, and much of the early Constitution and By-Laws of Rotary International was written by him. He was also responsible for the wording of the Ideals of Service. The first District Conference of Rotary International was held in Tacoma in 1914 under District Governor Claude Eckhart, and his administration established much of the procedures still used at district conferences. The Rotary International Convention was held in Seattle, June 20-24, 1932, with 5,182 registered, and again June 6-10, 1954, with 8,015 registered. Early Governors from Alaska included: Ralph Bartholomew, Ketchikan, 1956-57; A. Holmes Johnson, Kodiak, 1962-63; Hurff Saunders, Juneau, 1966-67; and Lloyd Hines, Anchorage, 1970-71. On July 1, 1993, The Rotary International Board of Directors added that part of Russia East of the eastern boundaries of the Komi Republic and the Yekaterinburg/Svevdlovsk and Kurgan Oblasts.

10/12/2026
🌟 WHEN ROTARIANS SHOW UP, COMMUNITIES SHINE! 🌟💙💛 Service Above Self is alive and WELL in Juneau!Our friends at the Great...
10/12/2026

🌟 WHEN ROTARIANS SHOW UP, COMMUNITIES SHINE! 🌟

💙💛 Service Above Self is alive and WELL in Juneau!

Our friends at the Greater Juneau Chamber of Commerce just celebrated some extraordinary community leaders at their annual awards gala, and WOW, did our Rotary family show up BIG!

🏆 BUSINESS OF DISTINCTION — Gross-Alaska Theatres!

Congratulations to Dorain Gross and Kenny Solomon-Gross, carrying forward an incredible family business legacy that began in 1897! From Juneau to communities throughout Southeast Alaska, generations of the Gross family have brought entertainment, employment, and a whole lot of popcorn to our communities! 🍿🎬

🏆 CITIZENS OF THE YEAR — Cliff and Lisa Dumas!

Congratulations to this dynamic duo for investing in local broadcasting and ensuring Southeast Alaska's communities stay connected and informed. And a special Rotary cheer for Glacier Valley Rotarian Lisa Dumas! 🎙️

🏆 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT — Charlie Williams!

Forty years of Valley Paint Center is impressive enough, but Charlie's commitment to community service goes WAY beyond paint chips and color swatches! From playground projects to helping children in Mexico, this Glacier Valley Rotarian has demonstrated that Service Above Self isn't just something we say at meetings. It's something we DO! 🎨🌎

These awards remind us that great communities don't happen by accident. They're built by people who invest their time, energy, resources, and hearts into making their hometowns better.

And while Rotary meetings may involve coffee, laughter, and the occasional questionable joke, THIS is what it's all about.

👏 A HUGE congratulations to all three award recipients, and an extra round of applause for our fellow Rotarians!

From your Rotary family across District 5010 — All of Alaska, we're cheering you on!

💙💛 Different clubs. Different communities. One shared commitment to making Alaska extraordinary!

Read the full story from the Juneau Independent:
https://www.juneauindependent.com/post/local-movie-theater-radio-station-and-paint-store-owners-win-chamber-of-commerce-s-2026-awards

Gross-Alaska Theaters is business of the year, Cliff and Lisa Dumas are citizens of the year, and Charlie Williams gets lifetime achievement award at annual gala Saturday.

🎃 PUMPKINS + ROTARACT + FELLOWSHIP = A PERFECT FALL AFTERNOON! 🎃The Rotaract Club of Anchorage is getting into the fall ...
09/20/2026

🎃 PUMPKINS + ROTARACT + FELLOWSHIP = A PERFECT FALL AFTERNOON! 🎃

The Rotaract Club of Anchorage is getting into the fall spirit with a Pumpkin Carving Social, and everyone is invited!

📅 October 25
⏰ 2:00–5:00 PM
📍 325 Potter Dr A/A, Anchorage

Bring a friend, pick out your pumpkin design, and come enjoy an afternoon of carving, snacks, drinks, and connection. 🧡 Some carving tools will be provided, or bring your favorite carving tool with you.

This is a great opportunity to meet Anchorage Rotaractors, make new connections, and see how fellowship and service come together in the Rotary family.

🎃 Open to everyone!
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to RSVP.

Have a spooky-good time, Rotaract! 👻🕷️

A great Rotarian too. Congratulations Gary Stevens.
09/18/2026

A great Rotarian too. Congratulations Gary Stevens.

Friends, former students, colleagues and community members gathered at Kodiak College Sunday evening to celebrate the career and legacy of longtime educator and legislator Gary Stevens.

Rotarian Strait and Rotisserie Kipke have had a lot of titles over the years, but today they are the official p**p lau...
09/10/2026

Rotarian Strait and Rotisserie Kipke have had a lot of titles over the years, but today they are the official p**p launchers for the moose marble madness raffle! The dynamic duo will be dropping thousands of moose turds from a helicopter and the closest one to the target wins $5000. You have until 5:50 today to get your tickets! If you can think of a better title for Steve and Carl, leave it in the comments!

https://event.auctria.com/6f911e9d-3576-4d12-b106-e84630b02905/

09/07/2026
🎡 You never know who you’ll run into while doing Rotary things at the Alaska State Fair!What a wonderful surprise to run...
09/04/2026

🎡 You never know who you’ll run into while doing Rotary things at the Alaska State Fair!

What a wonderful surprise to run into Rotary legend Carolyn Jones! 🌟

Carolyn represents so much of what makes Rotary special—service, leadership, friendship, and a lifelong commitment to making a difference.

These are the moments I love about Rotary. No matter where you go, you’re never far from a fellow Rotarian—or in this case, a Rotary legend! 💙💛

Great seeing you, Carolyn!

09/04/2026

🎡 Rotarians are showing up and showing out at the Alaska State Fair! 💙💛

From welcoming fairgoers to serving our community, Rotary is making its presence seen across the Valley!

A huge THANK YOU to Palmer Rotary and Susitna Rotary for putting Service Above Self into action and representing Rotary at one of Alaska’s biggest community events. 🙌

This is what Rotary is all about—being present, connecting with our neighbors, and showing Alaska what People of Action look like!

If you see a Rotarian at the fair, stop by and say hello! 👋

💙 People of Action
💛 Service Above Self
🏔️ Stronger Communities. Brighter Alaska.

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200 W 34th Avenue PMB 823
Anchorage, AK
99503

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