Welcome to the Rotary Club of Ignacio

Are you an established professional who wants to make positive changes in your community and the world? Our club members are dedicated people who share a passion for community service and friendship. Becoming a Rotarian connects you with a diverse group who share your drive to give back.

Amazing Juggler Starts the New Year

Zachary "Zeej" Anderson, a Bay Area juggler, circus artist, filmmaker, and educator began the new Rotary Year with feats of balance, juggling and a few "dad" jokes to amaze the and delight the crowd. Working with his capable assistant, he juggled balls (up to 9 at once), bowling pins, cigar boxes and even knives. Some while balancing items on his chin. Plenty of fun to usher in Doug Hood's presidential year. Let's keep it coming!

Monarch Habitat Thriving

All three of the Monarch Butterfly Garden are looking good. With the support of the neighborhood, master gardeners and Marin Parks, the RCI plots are filling in with lots of milkweed and other native plants. While some weeding was needed, the overall impression is lush and welcoming to migrating butterflies. Everyone was very happy with the status and looking forward to summer and plenty of wildlife.

Relay for Life Promoted

John Marshall, chairman of the American Cancer Society's annual Relay for Life, laid out the program--what it is and how the program is run. The program is to recognize and support those who have been affected by cancer in any form: from people who have beat it, to those who are still fighting it, to those who have been lost. The day-long program has music, games and luminarias recognizing those who have passed. The RCI has been a top supporter of this program in the past. John challenged us to attend and to support the program.

Scholarship Winners Recognized

Three of the high school graduates who received scholarships from RCI were recognized at a recent meeting. Each introduced themselves and told of their future plans. The club is happy to support these fine young people and wish them success in their future endeavors.

pictured with scholarship committee are Alan Mejia Vicente, Adam Gurrola, and Katie Blasingame.

Godoy and Young Honored for Service Above Self

Engineer/Paramedic Ricky Godoy of the Novato Fire Department and Sergeant Derrick Young of the Novato Police Department were selected by their chiefs and honored at the Annual RCI Service Above Self Awards Ceremony. Both men represent the Rotary motto of "Service Above Self" for their outstanding contributions to their departments. Each of their chiefs detailed their accomplishments and why they were selected. Local dignitaries including Novato Mayor Rachel Farac, Supervisor Dennis Rodoni, and other city officials were on hand to join in the recognition. The entire club gave the honorees a standing ovation in recognition of their achievements.

from left: Sgt. Derrick Young, Chief Jim Naugle, Club President Charley Vogt, Chief Dan Peters, Engineer/Paramedic Ricky Godoy

Charley Vogt and Jayne Hulbert, Chair of the Event

Justin Bradley Honored

RCI recognized Justin Bradley, Owner of Chick-fil-A Novato, for his ongoing support of our club. He has overseen the donation of Chick-fil-A sandwiches for our Golf Fundraiser, our multi-club social and other club events. His tireless support earned him the coveted "Service Above Snoopy (Self)" Award. We are grateful for Justin's support and are sorry to see him relocating to his home state of Georgia to own/manage a store in Savannah. Our loss is their gain. But Justin assures us that the new store manager will be equally supporting of the Novato community.

President Yinka answers the call

Shaped by his native land, President Olayinka H. Babalola carries the dynamic spirit of Nigeria with him to Rotary leadership

Nigerian takes office as president of Rotary International

Nigerian takes office as president of Rotary InternationalSecond African to lead the global membership organization will focus on peacebuilding and lasting community

Rotary International Convention in Taipei concludes with inspiration and a call to action

From powerful performances and speakers to global service commitments, more than 38,000 people celebrate Rotary’s global spirit

ShelterBox Recognizes RCI for Outstanding Support

Don Wichman

Jul 16, 2026 12:15 PM

Experience in music industry

Michael Glasser

Jul 30, 2026 12:00 PM

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July 2026

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	GOLD




	SILVER




	CALL & METCALFE, CPAs LARRY CURTIS	CHARLES SWENSEN


BARBIE HERNANDEZ INSURANCE BROKER	GENE DUFFY & PDG JAYNE HULBERT	DEAN MOSER
MICHAEL SPALDING	MARIE BORDERS, INC REALTOR	DICK O'BRIEN

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FRED & LYNN PFEIFER		JOHN & DANA MARSHALL

PDG RUSS & KATHY KETRON	BRUCE BURTCH	RICH & KATHY RONSHEIMER



	FRIEND
BUCK'S SAW SERVICE	MARK & JUDI SACHS	DOC ADAMS

BILL DOUGHTY	LAWSON EVANS, DDS