Letter from Joe Ruffino

June 30, 2023
 
To All My Dear Fellow Rotarians:
 
It is difficult for me not to feel an overwhelming emotion when I think of how special this Rotary Club family is to me. When my dear late wife and I spoke about the opportunity to serve as president of this club, she said, "You love those people and what they do and you should do it!" Many things have changed since that decision was made, but the heartfelt love that I still have for this club has not. 
 
During President Lee’s administration, we experienced some exceptional growth and accomplishments. While most clubs struggled to keep their numbers, we grew. While most clubs struggled to keep projects moving, we grew and added. While most clubs struggled to diversify, we did it. All of our projects and their outreach have been incredible. The respect and recognition that we receive from our district and clubs far and wide shows we are such a vibrant group and people of action.
 
This is the time that our club needs to put the pedal to the metal. We have never been a group to just sit back, rest, and coast, and we certainly aren't going to start doing that now. The Board of this Club this year is a rocking powerhouse. Their energy, enthusiasm, knowledge and work ethic will mold this group into a Club that will be talked about around the globe in the next 3-to-5 years, seriously.
 
This Club is not about coasting; it’s about moving forward and creating hope. You joined this club to make a difference; now is your time to make that difference. Let's volunteer more, let's give more, let's be leaders and let's show San Miguel how we work together hand in hand creating that hope. I am excited and proud to become the president of this vibrant club for 2023-2024 I love you all, thank you!
 
Joe Ruffino
President 2023-24