Yes, we’re friendly. But we are also diverse and resourceful. Our members hail from every part of our sprawling city. We come from businesses, non-profit organizations, and local government. And we welcome you to learn more about us.
Find out how to become a member of the Richmond Rotary Club:
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Club President Nakele Rechenauer
For more information about the Richmond Rotary Club, please contact Club President Nakele Rechenauer.
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NEXT MEETING
Richmond Rotary meets on Fridays, 12:30 – 1:30 PM at the Richmond Golf Club unless otherwise specified.
Check out our Club Calendar to confirm where to join us:
What in the Heck is Going on with US Immigration?
Friday, April 17
Josh Surowitz
Immigration Enforcement has grabbed major headlines and has become a source of great distress for many communities. California Lawyers Association Immigration Committee Chair (and Richmond Rotarian) Josh Surowitz will cut through the myths and rumors and explain what is really going on.
Continue reading →ANNOUNCEMENTS & EVENTS
Public Service Awards Kiwanis
Friday, April 17
5pm – 9pm
Richmond Police Activities League
2200 Macdonald Ave, Richmond
We are so excited to invite you to the Kiwanis Club of Richmond Public Safety Awards Dinner on Friday, April 17th! 🚨
Join us as we celebrate the incredible professionals who keep our community safe every single day. ❤️💙
A massive thank you to our generous sponsors who make this night of gratitude possible.
Continue reading →Earth Day Celebration
Saturday, April 18
10am – 1pm
Celebrate Earth Day with us and enjoy hands-on activities like tie-dyeing, a pedal-powered smoothie bike, closet swaps, an alpaca meet-and-greet, and more.
Moving Forward will be leading a Basketball Activity.
Signup on the Golden Volunteer portal
Continue reading →RCF Connect presents “Angry Black Woman 101”
Friday, April 24
RCF Connects presents Angry Black Woman 101: The Solos Show at the Knox Performing Arts Center at Contra Costa College in San Pablo. Doors open at 6:30 PM.
Tickets are available now at paybee.io/@rcf25gala@10 , with General Admission and VIP options.
All proceeds support RCF Connects’ Equity for Black Women & Girls initiative, advancing economic opportunity, leadership development, and well‑being for Black women and girls in Contra Costa County.
Continue reading →NAACP Casino Night at CoBiz
Saturday, April 25
6pm – 9pm
36th Annual Freedom FUNdraiser, Harlem Comes to Richmond
CoBiz Richmond, 1503 Macdonald Ave, Richmond
Tickets: $150
Includes $100 Casino Cash: Casino Winner Gifts;
Taste of Harlem hors d’oeuvres; Dessert Bar;
Commemorative Photo: Dancing;
Contest for the Best Harlem Speakeasy Attire
Emcee: Steven Parker / Host of the Steven Parker Show
KDYA 1190am
DJ Nash Chanel
Specialty Cocktails: The Factory Bar
Cuisine: Chef Frank Miller, Taste of Harlem
PROJECTS
Richmond Rotary Supports EB Bombers
On Saturday, April 4, Richmond Rotary President-Elect Cecilia Orozco presented a $1,000 grant to EB Bombers, supporting their continued efforts to empower youth through teamwork, discipline, and community engagement.
This contribution reflects Richmond Rotary’s commitment to investing in local programs that create positive opportunities and lasting impact for young people in our community.
Continue reading →FIERCE Advocates & Moving Forward: FREE Basketball & Park Clean-Up
Come out to Lucas Park for a free community event that brings people together through basketball, connection, and neighborhood pride.
Join FIERCE Advocates & Moving Forward every THIRD Saturday through November 21, 2026, for open court basketball followed by a community clean-up.
Continue reading →SOS Richmond shower trailer
Richmond Rotary was pleased to make a donation to SOS Richmond to assist with replacing their $80,000 shower trailer that serves homeless encampments in West County. Rotarian Tom Herriman was the Club sponsor of the funding request. Photos of Tom presenting the check to O’Neill Fernandez, Director of Program and Wellness. Also pictured staff members Persona Butcher, Brianni Peters and Mernard Washington.
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