Fullerton Rotary Club

04/02/2026

🌍 Service Above Self Starts Here

Rotary brings together leaders, professionals, and community members who are committed to making a real impact—locally and around the world.

From supporting education and fighting disease to funding community programs and developing future leaders, Rotary has been creating lasting change for over 100 years.

At the Fullerton Rotary Club, we’re proud to be part of that mission—serving our community, building meaningful connections, and making a difference where it matters most.

👉 Ready to get involved and give back? Come join us and be part of something bigger.

04/02/2026

🌟 Nonprofit of the Month: Pathways of Hope 🌟

This month, the Fullerton Rotary Club is proud to highlight Pathways of Hope, an incredible organization making a real difference right here in our community.

Their mission is simple but powerful—providing access to food, shelter, and housing for individuals and families experiencing hunger and homelessness across North Orange County.

In 2025 alone, Pathways of Hope has served 10,342 households, supported 19,916 individuals, and logged over 20,000 volunteer hours.

Through their programs, they have prevented homelessness for more than 370 households, helped over 100 individuals secure housing, and distributed nearly 1 million pounds of groceries to those in need. 🙌

Their impact continues to grow, with a 24% increase in households served this year—highlighting both the need in our community and the importance of continued support.

Initiatives like Help Them Home Giving Day (April 22) aim to bring the community together to fight hunger and homelessness, with donations matched to double the impact. 💙

We’re grateful to partner with organizations like Pathways of Hope that embody service above self and create lasting change in Fullerton and beyond.

👉 Learn more or get involved: pohoc.org

04/02/2026

Fullerton Rotary Club Meeting
April 1, 20206

04/02/2026

Fullerton Rotary Club Meeting April 1st, 2026

04/02/2026

🌱 Growing Community, One Meeting at a Time 🌱

Another great afternoon at the Fullerton Rotary Club!

From welcoming guests and celebrating our incredible Paul Harris Fellow, to sharing laughs during our Recognition Master segment, this week’s meeting was full of energy, connection, and purpose.

We were honored to hear from Nicholas Staddon, who gave an insightful presentation on horticultural therapy, reminding us how something as simple as gardening can heal, inspire, and bring people together. 🌼

As always, what makes our club special is the people; leaders, volunteers, and community members committed to making a difference right here in Fullerton and beyond.

👉 Looking to get involved and give back?

Come join us and see what Rotary is all about.

03/25/2026

Another great Wednesday at the Rotary Club of Fullerton! 🙌

From meaningful reflections during our Thought for the Day to plenty of laughter during Finemaster, this week’s meeting was full of fellowship, connection, and Rotary spirit.

It’s always special to see our members engaged, sharing stories, and building community around the table.

Our featured speaker, Cal State Fullerton Athletic Director Jim Donovan, delivered a powerful and eye-opening program on the evolving landscape of college athletics.

From NIL (Name, Image & Likeness) to the transfer portal and growing disparities across programs, his insights sparked an important conversation about the future of student-athletes and collegiate sports.

Moments like these remind us what Rotary is all about—bringing people together, learning from one another, and staying connected to the issues shaping our community and beyond. 💙

Looking to make a difference and be part of something bigger? Come visit us and see what Rotary is all about!

03/18/2026

March 18 Rotary Meeting
All the fun and smiles in one video.

03/18/2026

✈️ Another great day at Rotary!

This week, the Rotary Club of Fullerton welcomed Brendan O’Reilly, Airport Manager of Fullerton Municipal Airport, who shared an exciting look at the growth, impact, and future of our local airport—including the possibilities of electric aviation right here in our community.

From meaningful connections and great conversations to a few laughs (thanks, Carl! 😄), it was a meeting full of fellowship and inspiration.

We were also glad to welcome several guests—always a highlight of what makes Rotary so special!

📅 Don’t forget:
• Top 100 at Sunny Hills – March 25
• Airport Day – June 6

Service above self in action—every week. 💙💛

03/13/2026

03/12/2026

Guest Speaker, Marty Burbank!

03/12/2026

March 11, 2026 Rotary Meeting.

Guest Speaker; Marty Burbank.

03/11/2026

Another great Wednesday with the Rotary Club of Fullerton! 💙💛

This week’s meeting was full of fellowship, laughter, and meaningful moments.

We opened with a thoughtful reflection inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s message of agape, a selfless love that reminds us why service to others matters so much.

We also celebrated several members receiving Paul Harris Fellow recognition, honoring their generosity and commitment to the Rotary Foundation.

Their contributions help support life-changing projects here in our community and around the world.

Our program featured Rotarian Marty Burbank, who shared insights on planned giving, donor advised funds, and ways philanthropy can create a lasting legacy for future generations.

It’s always inspiring to see our club come together, whether it’s recognizing fellow Rotarians, supporting community partners, or preparing for upcoming service opportunities like the Corazón house build, Love Fullerton, and the return of the Top 100 Student Banquet.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and continues to live out Service Above Self.

If you’ve ever wondered what Rotary is all about, we’d love to have you visit!