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Rotary's motto, Service Above Self, exemplifies the humanitarian spirit of the organization's more than 1.2 million members. Strong fellowship among Rotarians and meaningful community and international service projects characterize Rotary worldwide. Rotary enjoys a rich and sometimes complex tradition and organizational structure, with many programs that can be confusing to new and even not-so-new

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06/22/2026

💙 Service Above Self in action.

This week, members of The Greater West Chester Sunrise Rotary Club and guests were honored to welcome Christine Zaccarelli, Chief Executive Officer of The Crime Victims' Center of Chester County, Inc., who shared the incredible work her organization has been doing for more than 50 years to support victims of crime and educate our community.

One image she stated from her presentation stayed with us.

"Imagine people falling into a river. Some people help pull them to safety and provide support and healing. Others walk upstream to discover why people are falling in...and work to repair the bridge.
That is the power of prevention."

From victim advocacy and counseling to child safety, healthy relationships, and education programs in our schools, the Crime Victim Center's work helps create safer and stronger communities throughout Chester County.

We are grateful to Christine for sharing her time, her insights, and the compassion that guides the work of the Crime Victim Center team every day.

Thank you for being that friendly face in the room for so many who need it most. ❤️

For more information on The Crime Victims' Center of Chester County, Inc., visit https://cvcofcc.org/

Rotary District 7450

06/18/2026

The West Chester Sunrise Rotary is happy to present the Brandywine Valley Symphony with a grant of $1,000 to help make its concerts more accessible to members of our community.

If you are not familiar with the symphony, please visit the following website: https://bvsymphony.org.

The symphony's next concert is on June 25th in Longwood Gardens. Concert tickets include entrance to the gardens.

06/11/2026

🌎💙 Welcome to the Greater West Chester Sunrise Rotary Club, Nestor "Tito" Co**ha!

One of the great joys of Rotary is the opportunity to learn from the experiences and talents that each member brings to our club. During his recent classification talk, Tito shared his remarkable journey from Callao, Peru, to a distinguished career in pharmaceutical research and drug discovery.

After nearly three decades advancing scientific innovation, Tito now dedicates his time to educating and mentoring students at Esperanza College, helping to inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals.

What resonates most with Tito about Rotary is the opportunity to make an impact through friendship and service...a philosophy that aligns perfectly with our club and Rotary's motto, Service Above Self.

From scientific discovery to community service, Tito reminds us that curiosity, compassion, and a commitment to others are powerful forces for good.

Please join us in giving a warm The Greater West Chester Sunrise Rotary Club welcome to our newest member, Nestor Tito Co**ha!

💙💛 Service Above Self
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06/10/2026

The Greater West Chester Sunrise Rotary Club presented the Goodwill Fire Company with a check this morning in appreciation of its support for our annual Trivia Night fundraising drive. This fire company has been around since 1833, and it remains an all volunteer organization.

06/09/2026

🎉🧠 What a night!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Greater West Chester Sunrise Rotary's 2026 Trivia Night Fundraiser! From friendly competition and delicious tailgating spreads to raffles, prizes, and plenty of laughter, the evening was filled with community and fun...all in support of the charitable work of The Greater West Chester Sunrise Rotary Club Foundation.

🏆 Congratulations to our winning team, led by our own ** Roger Tellefsen**, who proved that knowledge, teamwork, and perhaps a little luck make for a winning combination! Enjoy those bragging rights until next year! 😊

A special thank you to our volunteers, sponsors, donors, prize contributors, and everyone who purchased raffle tickets, spun the Wheel of Prizes, and supported the Silent Auction. Because of your generosity, this event will continue to help us make a difference in our community and beyond.

Rotary is more than weekly meetings. We are neighbors, friends, and People of Action committed to creating positive change.

Thank you for making another Trivia Night a tremendous success! And thank you to our presenting sponsor, Brandywine Valley Heating & Air Conditioning Inc., for their continued support.

💙💛 Together, we make a difference.

Rotary District 7450

05/20/2026

The Greater West Chester Sunrise Rotary’s Trivia Night Event was a huge success, with almost $30,000 in donations raised for our community.

In the photo, Sunrise Rotary members are giving a $2,000 check to Good Works.

Standing from left to right are Robbe Healey, representing our sponsor, Aurora Philanthropic; Bob Beggs of Good Works receiving the check; Roger Tellefsen, President of the Sunrise Rotary Foundation; Ron Ehman, representing the Ron Ehman Team; Rick Stevenson, who led the team organizing our Trivia Night; Dennis Wallace, representing FPA Wealth Management; Dave Johnson, representing Ascend Consulting; Deb Sahijwani, representing Goshen Chiropractic; and Bob Eaves, representing Northstar. Sunrise Rotary is grateful to all these sponsors, and also to our presenting sponsor, Brandywine Valley Heating & Air Conditioning.

05/15/2026

The Greater West Chester Sunrise Rotary Club welcomed representatives from the Kennett Underground Railroad Center (KURC) to share the stories, history, and courage connected to the Underground Railroad right here in Chester County.

Hearing about the abolitionists, freedom-seekers, Quaker communities, and everyday citizens who risked so much to help others reach freedom was both educational and deeply moving. One of the most powerful reminders from today was that preserving history is not just about the past, it’s about understanding the courage, sacrifice, and humanity that continue to shape our communities today.

We also learned more about the incredible work KURC is doing to preserve local history through education, storytelling, and historical preservation efforts throughout Kennett Square and beyond. Their passion for ensuring these stories are not forgotten was inspiring.

A special thank you to Adrian and Debbie Burston for an outstanding presentation and for the work they continue to do to keep these important stories alive.

Interested in learning more? KURC offers monthly bus tours, walking tours, private group tours, and history talks throughout the region. Visit Kennett Underground Railroad Center
for more information.

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05/12/2026

The Greater West Chester Sunrise Rotary Club send our heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible 2026 Trivia Night Round Sponsors!

Your partnership and generosity help make our Trivia Night Fundraiser possible while supporting meaningful community impact throughout the year.

We are proud to recognize and celebrate the businesses and organizations that continue to invest in service, connection, and community.

Please join us in thanking our 2026 Round Sponsors and Bonus Sponsor for helping us make a difference together.

Rotary District 7450

05/09/2026

History. Leadership. Courage. Community.

This Wednesday, the Greater West Chester Sunrise Rotary Club is honored to welcome Adrian Burston, Administrator of the Kennett Underground Railroad Center, as our featured speaker.

The Kennett Underground Railroad Center, a nonprofit organization based in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, has spent nearly three decades preserving and elevating the stories of local abolitionists, Underground Railroad conductors, and freedom-seekers whose journeys passed through Chester County.

One of the unique advantages of The Greater West Chester Sunrise Rotary Club is our early morning meeting time, which allows members and guests to engage in meaningful conversations, hear inspiring speakers, and still make it to work or other morning commitments.

📅 Wednesday, May 13
⏰ 7:15 AM
📍 Merrill Gardens at West Chester
1201 Ward Avenue
West Chester, PA 19380

Guests are always welcome. Registration is required at www.gwcsrotary.org by the day before the meeting.

Learn more about the Kennett Underground Railroad Center here:
[Kennett Underground Railroad Center www.kennettundergroundrr.org

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West Chester, PA
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