Since 1925
 
President`s Message

Welcome to the Rotary Club of Sebastopol

The Rotary Club of Sebastopol is a group of local leaders, professionals, and community members who come together to create lasting change — across the street and around the world.
As President of the Rotary Club of Sebastopol, it is my great honor to welcome you to our website — and to invite you into a community built on service, fellowship, and fun.
 
We meet every Friday at 12:15 PM at the Community Church of Sebastopol,  1000 Gravenstein Hwy N, Sebastopol, CA 95472 — and guests are always welcome!
 
In May 2025, we proudly celebrated our 100th anniversary — a century of Service Above Self. Since 1925, our club has been making a lasting impact in Sebastopol and around the world, led by people who care deeply about their neighbors and believe in the power of service to bring about positive change.
 
Honors & Recognition
Last year, our club was recognized with four incredible honors:
  • Rotary District 5130 Club of the Year
  • Governor’s Award
  • Vocational Service Award
  • International Service Award
These awards reflect the commitment, compassion, and energy of our members — and the meaningful projects we take on each year. Our club isn’t afraid to tackle new challenges or explore innovative approaches to service. We believe in changing the world one idea at a time.
 
Making a Local Impact
We’re proud to support:
  • Mark Sell Teacher Grants, funded by our beloved Crab Feed
  • Swim lessons for over 450 second-grade students each year
  • Scholarships for West County high school students
  • Upcoming major improvements at Ives Park, including an accessible walking path and renovations to the Little League concession stand
  • Hands-on community service — from volunteering at the Empire Food Bank to weeding and landscaping at the Sebastopol Post Office
We’re proud to partner with local schools, businesses, and nonprofits to amplify our impact in West County.
 
Global Reach
 
Our impact goes beyond our town’s borders. Internationally, our club has helped:
  • Build playgrounds in Tecuala, Mexico
  • Support Second Chance to Education for Adolescent Mothers in Uganda
  • Fellowship & Fun
 
Service is at the heart of what we do — and so is community. We love to laugh, connect, and celebrate through:
  • Happy hours throughout the year
  • An annual Fall Picnic and Christmas Party
  • Our Annual Crab Feed and other fundraising events
  • Weekly meetings filled with inspiration, laughter, and great conversation
  • Our Values
 
As a Rotary Club, we are guided by values of integrityservicefellowship, and leadership — always asking ourselves:
Is it the truth?
Is it fair to all concerned?
Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
 
 
Whether you’re a longtime Rotarian, new to the area, or simply curious about what Rotary is all about — we invite you to join us. Come for the service, stay for the friendships, and help us shape the next 100 years of doing good in Sebastopol and beyond.
Together, we unite for good.
 
Yours in Rotary Service,
Kathleen Hicks
Kathleen Hicks, 2025-2026 President
Sebastopol Rotary Club
Cell Phone:  (707) 477-6510 
 
California State Legislature recognizes Club Centennial 
Sebastopol Rotary Makes a Difference
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Please visit our DONATE page to make a difference.
Current Club Meetings
We are a friendly and welcoming group to all.

Please join us for our fun and informative weekly meetings at: 
The Community Church of Sebastopol.
We meet every Friday at 12:00 noon

Memorial Hall building (on the southern section of the grounds)
1000 Gravenstein Hwy. North
Sebastopol, CA 95472

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
 
ROTARY is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
 
Club payments


 
 
Upcoming Speakers
Mickel Cook, International Maternal Programs
Jul 18, 2025
International Maternal Programs by Mickel Cook
Gary Greenough, Pacific Coast Air Museum
Jul 25, 2025
Pacific Coast Air Museum by Gary Greenough
Fred Ptucha
Aug 01, 2025 12:15 PM
Peace Poles
Steve Levenberg
Aug 15, 2025
Sebastopol World Friends - Project in Sister City Chyhyryn Ukraine
Rotary Global Rewards


Serving in Strange Times
Club Sponsors 2024-2025
 
The Neil & Amelia McDaniel Family Fund.
 
Anonymous.
 
 
Chris O'Neill and Barbara Sattler.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Chris O'Neill and Barbara Sattler.
 
About Our Sponsors 2024-2025
Sponsors – Fiscal Year 2024-2025
All sponsors are supporting ALL Rotary Club of Sebastopol service programs for one year.  Where a sponsor has requested their donation be earmarked for a specific program, that is so noted.  We are grateful to all of these supporters and look forward to partnering with them.
 
Diamond Plus - $10,000
Russian River Vineyards (https://russianrivervineyards.com/)
The Neil & Amelia McDaniel Family Fund
 
Gold - $2500
Anonymous.
Balletto Vineyards
Team  Ghilotti (https://teamghilotti.com/)
Chris O'Neill and Barbara Sattler.
  
Silver - $1,000
Apache Pools Inc.
(https://apachepools.com/)
Martin Ray Vineyards and Winery (https://www.martinraywinery.com/)
MEI Fasteners LLC (http://molkenbuhr.com/)
Moresco Distributing
Pacific Market (https://www.pacificmkt.com/)
Patisserie Angelica 
(http://www.patisserieangelica.com/)
Reichwage Winery (https://www.reichwage.com/)
 
Bronze - $500
Campways Truck Accessory World (https://www.campway.com/)
EBA Engineering (https://www.ebagroup.com/)
Furthermore Vineyard and Winery (https://www.furthermorewines.com)
Lagunitas Brewing Co. (https://lagunitas.com/)
LB Business Solutions (www.lbbsgroup.com/)
Park Avenue Turf (https://parkavenueturf.com/)
Portalais Designer's Choice in Windows, Doors & More (https://portalais.com/)
Sebastopol Community Church (https://www.uccseb.org/