Dear Fellow Rotarians,  

Thank you for this incredible opportunity. I am deeply grateful for your trust and support, and I look forward to building on the strong foundations laid by my esteemed predecessors, Paul Gamble and Florence Marc-Charles. 

To all Rotarians, family, and friends, thank you, I hope you will continue to stand by my side as we embark on this new chapter together. 

This year, our mission is clear: to serve with purpose, compassion, and unity. Together, we will continue focus on several key initiatives that reflect the heart of our Rotary values: 

• We will support our veterans by collecting and distributing personal care items and winter coats for those who are unhoused. 

• We will assist Our Lady of Lourdes Church in strengthening their food pantry, ensuring that no family in our community goes hungry. 

• We will stand with women in temporary housing who are rebuilding their lives after escaping domestic violence, offering them the dignity and support they deserve. 

• And we will continue to invest in our youth—the leaders of tomorrow—through our scholarship program. This year, we are proud to award two scholarships, and we are committed to exploring ways to expand this support to reach even more deserving students in the future. 

I know the road ahead will have its challenges, but I also know that with your continued support, we can achieve great things. 

Let’s make this a year of impact, compassion, and community. 

Thank you. 

Maria Abelleira  

2025-2026 President