Rotary International Mission

We provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through our fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders. 

We are a service organization that brings hope to the communities of Queens Village, Cambria Heights, Laurelton, and Rosedale.

Welcome to the Rotary Club of South Queens!

It is my honor and privilege to serve as President of our club. At South Queens Rotary, we believe in the power of service, the importance of fellowship, and the difference we can make when we come together with a shared purpose.

Our mission is to serve our community, support those in need, develop future leaders, and create meaningful opportunities to make a positive impact. Through service projects, community partnerships, and fellowship, we strive to put Rotary’s motto, Service Above Self, into action.

As we move forward, my vision is to strengthen our club, welcome new members, build lasting relationships, and expand our presence throughout the community. We invite you to learn more about our work, join us at an upcoming event, or explore how you can become part of our mission.

Together, we can make a difference—one act of service at a time.

With gratitude and Rotary spirit,

President
Rotary Club of South Queens


 

Rotary Theme 2026-2027 
What Does “Create Lasting Impact” Mean?
 
 
To create lasting impact means to make a difference that extends beyond a single moment or act of kindness. It means building stronger communities, changing lives for the better, and creating opportunities that continue to benefit others long after a project is completed. Through service, compassion, and collaboration, South Queens Rotary is committed to making a meaningful difference today while building a brighter future for generations to come.
 
Our impact doesn’t have to be enormous to be lasting. Sometimes, a small act of service changes someone’s life in a way we may never fully see. That’s the beauty of Rotary.
 
 
Rotary is more than an organization. It is a commitment to service, fellowship, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
 
As President of the South Queens Rotary Club, I believe that lasting impact begins with a simple idea: when people come together with a shared purpose, positive change is possible.
 
Our club is committed to serving our community through meaningful service projects, charitable giving, youth empowerment, maternal and child health initiatives, and partnerships that bring hope and assistance to those in need. From supporting local families and collecting essential supplies to contributing to international humanitarian efforts, we recognize that every act of service matters.
 
Through community outreach, fundraising, fellowship, and collaboration, we are working to strengthen our connections with the people we serve, welcome new members into Rotary, and inspire others to become part of something greater than themselves.
 
We understand that our impact is not measured solely by the funds we raise or the events we host, but by the lives we touch, the relationships we build, and the difference we leave behind.
 
As we embrace the 2026–2027 theme, “Create Lasting Impact,” our mission is to continue building a stronger, more engaged club that serves with compassion, leads with purpose, and creates opportunities for positive change both locally and around the world.
 
I invite you to learn more about our work, join us in service, and discover how you, too, can make a difference.
 
Together, we can turn compassion into action, service into meaningful change, and today’s efforts into tomorrow’s lasting impact.

Rotary International President Olayinka Hakeem Babalola Inspires Rotarians to Create Lasting Impact

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Meeting Info
Meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month. 
 
Virtual meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. 
 
Live meeting begins at 7:00 p.m.
 
In-person meetings take place at:
 
Mateus Restaurant & Bar, 222-07 Jamaica Avenue, Queens Village, NY 11428

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