It’s through the work of club committees that the Sunset Club provides service to our local and global communities, retains our members, develops leaders for our club, and supports the mission of Rotary International. There are currently new committees being assembled for the 2011-2012 year and they will be working to continue building this unique and active club.

Fixed Committees

Service Projects

Service Above Self is Rotary’s principal motto. This committee is the heart and soul of the club by carrying out service projects that improve the quality of life in our community and communities around the world. You can find out what projects the club has coming up by visiting the Service Projects page, with updates and additional details occasionally posted to the News section. To learn more about club’s service projects or share information about possible service opportunities, please email our Service Projects Chair, Adam Hopkins, at serviceprojects@stpetesunsetrotary.org.

Special Events

This committee is the muscle of the club. Special events range from our signature events to more casual fellowship opportunities and Sunset Socials. It is the muscle of the club because it supports all of the club activities by hosting social and fundraising events. Upcoming events are listed on the Club Events page, with details and updates in our News section. To find out more about the club’s special events or inquire about event opportunities, please email our Special Events Chair, Emily Barber, here.

Membership

This committee is the blood or life force of the club. It focuses on strengthening club membership by identifying eligible club members and mentoring and retaining strong club members in creative ways. For more information about membership, please email our Membership Chair, Janene Winton, at membership@stpetesunsetrotary.org.

Speakers/Programs

This committee is the brain of the club. Every week the Speakers/Programs Committee hosts diverse programs and speakers to help nurture the mind and spirits of club members. The weekly programs range from education on Rotary and existing programs, to awareness of local opportunities and even practical life skills. To see what programs we have coming up, please visit the Club Calendar. For more information or to inquire about being a speaker, please contact our Speakers Chair, J.P. Getting, at speakers@stpetesunsetrotary.org.

Rotary Foundation

This committee is the vision of the club. It educates club members on the mission of The Rotary Foundation, illustrates the global impact of Rotary, and leads the club to participate in Rotary Foundation Programs such as PolioPlus. You can visit www.rotary.org for details and resources on the Rotary Foundation. For information on Sunset Club’s programs and participation, please email the Foundation Chair at foundation@stpetesunsetrotary.org.

Communications

This committee is the face of Rotary. It leads activities to improve the public image of the Sunset Club through the internet (club website, social media), traditional media (publications, television, radio), club materials, advertising, networking and creating other important club resources. For questions about club public relations and communications, please email the Communications Chair at info@stpetesunsetrotary.org.

Club Administration

This committee is the skeleton or framework of the club. It conducts activities associated with the effective operation of the club and helps support the functions of the club Secretary and Treasurer. Administration inquiries can be directed to the Club President, Daphne Macfarlan, at president@stpetesunsetrotary.org.