Since June 1957, the Rotary Club of La Mirada has played an important part in the life of the community. Members have not only actively supported the efforts of Rotary Club, but have volunteered in their churches and in public and business organizations and served on numerous civic committees. Rotary Club of La Mirada takes great pride in the fact that we have members born on five different continents and one Pacific Island. In addition those born in the continental U.S. are from every geographical region.

Since its inception the Rotary Club of La Mirada has supported many programs which benefit the youth of La Mirada. One example is the awarding of scholarships to deserving students. In the over 30 years since the inception of the program the Rotary Club has granted scholarships in excess of $125,000.

Each December needy elementary school students are taken on a shopping spree at Marshall's during which they, with assistance from Rotarians, select articles of clothing which they like both like and need. Afterwards, a lively party is held at a senior home, The Palms, in La Mirada.

Rotary Club of La Mirada annually sends two 11th grade students to the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards camp. These students have a weekend of positive training which they truly appreciate and will never forget.

La Mirada Rotarians have contributed to Rotary International's drive to eradicate polio world wide, an effort that will be proven to be successful in 2005. La Mirada Rotarians are lining up to join Rotary's next major battle, eliminating illiteracy in our world. To do our part in this battle, we have donated over 3,000 books to the Foster Road School Library. Rotary Club members and friends have spent hundreds of hours working one on one to help students improve their reading skills.

An annual golf tournament, generally held in April, provides a significant portion of the money needed to fund the club's efforts in the community. Food booths are operated at two of the city's annual events, the Celebration in the Park and the Stroll in the Park. Rotary Club of La Mirada members also participate in the Kid's Carnival, working as ticket sellers. From time to time there are other events which provide additional revenue.

La Mirada Rotarians understand that caring people joined together in an atmosphere of fellowship can make a difference. Along with the over 1,220,000 Rotarians in 166 countries, La Mirada Rotarians believe in the advancement of international understanding, goodwill and peace. Members not only are advocates for high ethical standards in business, but daily demonstrate their support to this significant part of the Object of Rotary.

Meeting weekly on Wednesday, at 12:15 p.m., Rotarians hear interesting programs on local and international subjects while enjoying outstanding food and fellowship. The luncheon meetings are held at Candlewood Country Club, 14000 Telegraph Rd., Whittier, telephone 562-941-1228. Our club is in Rotary District 5320.

Scholarship Opportunities

The Rotary Club of La Mirada, through The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International, provides qualified high school and college students with opportunities to apply for international educational scholarship programs and exchange programs. Students desiring to apply for one of these opportunities should contact one of the persons named below. For information on the programs go to http://www.Rotary.org .

The La Mirada Rotary Club is Eager to Share Its Legacy

La Mirada Rotary Club is always looking for new members. To qualify a man or woman must own a business, be a professional or be in the management of a for-profit or non-profit organization. Persons who are retired but would have qualified while working are also eligible. Potential members must be sponsored by a member and approved by the membership. The time demands are not great but the rewards are.

As a member of the Rotary Club of La Mirada, you will find, like all Rotarians have, the great satisfaction that comes from belonging to a positive, fun-filled organization which lives by a motto, Service Above Self, and:

The 4-Way Test of the things we think, say or do

1. Is it the TRUTH?
2. Is it FAIR to all concerned?
3. Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

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