Events

Join as members share the District 5280 Humanitarian Trip to Costa Rica from earlier in February

For more info: https://rotary5280.org/page/2026-costa-rica-humanitarian-trip/

learn about the global grants and projects - https://clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000050010/en-ca/files/homepage/costa-rica-projects/2026-Costa-Rica-Humanitarian-Projects.pdf

The Rotary Clubs of Mental Health & Wellness and Palos Verdes Sunset invite you to be a part of a joint Community Service Grant project supporting local children and families.

Held during Mental Health Awareness Month (May) and building on Child Abuse Prevention Month (April), this uplifting event is designed to bring people together through connection, care, and accessible wellness resources.

In partnership with Richstone Family Center, the event supports children and families on their healing journey, while also helping expand awareness and access to mental health and community-based support services.

Attendees will experience interactive wellness activities, resource tables, and meaningful opportunities to connect—creating a space where individuals and families feel seen, supported, and not alone.

Open to the community - all are welcome.

Inspired by Rotarian Larry Bender, who was a devoted supporter of Richstone and often reminded us to ask, “Is it fun?”—this event is designed to be both meaningful and joyful.

Get involved / sign up:
https://tinyurl.com/RotaryHealingHearts

If you’re interested in being part of this event or have ideas to share, we’d love to connect.
Please reach out to Grace Leung, Club President, at grace4rotary@gmail.com.💛

Allcove Beach Cities provides the youth of the greater South Bay area with support in areas such as mental health, physical support, peer and family support, and edicational support. We invite you to join us for a tour of their center and for our Club meeting, which will be held in person and onine. 

4:45: Welcome to Allcove Beach Cities (514 N. Prospect Avenue, Suite 400, Fourth floor, Redondo Beach, CA 90277)

5:00pm - 5:30pm: Tour 

6:00pm - 6:45pm: Club Meeting

For more information: https://allcove.org/centers/beach-cities/

Join us for a special Rotary Club of Mental Health & Wellness gathering at allcove Beach Cities—a welcoming space dedicated to supporting youth through mental health services, physical wellness, peer and family support, and educational resources.

✨ Please RSVP here: https://tinyurl.com/RCMHW51226

This will be a meaningful evening of connection, community, and learning as we tour the center and come together for our club meeting.

🕓 Schedule:
4:45 PM – Arrival & Welcome
5:00 PM – Guided Tour
6:00 PM – Club Meeting (Hybrid)

💻 Join via Zoom (6:00 PM Club Meeting):

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82336486994?pwd=UXZGLzNMcXVZakxaZDgwUFc3eUdqQT09 

Meeting ID: 823 3648 6994
Passcode: 5280

We’re also grateful to have Tom Bakaly, Executive Director of Beach Cities Health District (BCHD), joining us to share more about the allcove model and the impact they are making in the community.

📍 Location:
allcove Beach Cities
514 N. Prospect Ave, Suite 400
Redondo Beach, CA

🍽️ Optional Fellowship to Follow
Join us after the meeting at Addi’s Darbar (800 Torrance Blvd, Redondo Beach) for a casual dinner and connection.

Dinner & drinks will be available for purchase individually, and the restaurant has generously offered to donate 15% of proceeds to support our Rotary Walk Team for mental health—just mention NAMI when you order.

The Rotary Club of Mental Health & Wellness, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Downtown Los Angeles, is proud to launch the Healing Hearts & Minds Behavioral Health Scholarship Initiative during Mental Health Awareness Month. 💚

Officially launched during NAMIWalks Greater Los Angeles County, Rotary’s EPIC Day of Service, and the United Day of Hope, this scholarship supports students and emerging leaders pursuing careers in mental health, behavioral health, wellness, recovery, peer support, counseling, social work, psychology, and related helping professions.

This initiative reflects our shared commitment to healing, hope, education, advocacy, and strengthening community wellness.

✨ Applications are now open
📅 Application Deadline: May 30, 2026
🏆 Scholarship recipients will be recognized during a special gathering on June 9, 2026, hosted at Casa Treatment Center.

Please help us spread the word with students, educators, community organizations, and future changemakers dedicated to supporting mental wellness and care in our communities.

👉 Apply for the Scholarship

Mental health challenges impact nearly every family and community — but together, we can help remind people that they are not alone. 💚

As part of Rotary’s EPIC Day of Service, join the Rotary Club of Mental Health & Wellness, District 5280, and community partners for a United Day of Hope at NAMIWalks Greater Los Angeles County during Mental Health Awareness Month.

This uplifting and meaningful community event brings together Rotarians, mental health advocates, youth leaders, healthcare organizations, nonprofits, and community members to walk in solidarity, raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support lifesaving mental health programs and services.

Participants can walk, volunteer, donate, fundraise, and help create a more compassionate and supportive world for individuals and families impacted by mental health challenges.

In alignment with the Rotary District 5280 Conference Cruise taking place that same weekend, some Rotarians will also participate from aboard the cruise and during international travel, creating a broader spirit of global connection, compassion, and service beyond borders.
Funds raised through this effort will continue supporting free NAMI mental health education programs, support groups, advocacy efforts, outreach, and community resources through July 16, 2026. Every donation helps expand access to hope, support, and mental wellness resources while reminding people that they do not have to face challenges alone.

This inspiring day will also include music, community connection, wellness resources, team spirit, and opportunities to meet others who care about making a positive difference in the lives of others.

✨ Ways to Participate:
• Walk at LA State Historic Park
• Participate virtually
• Join from the District Conference Cruise
• Donate or help fundraise for mental health programs
• Volunteer and engage with community wellness resources
• Share messages of hope, kindness, and encouragement

Together, we are showing how Rotary can Unite for Good through compassion, connection, service, and meaningful action for mental wellness.

Official Rotary Team Fundraising Link:
https://tinyurl.com/NAMIWalks2026-Rotary5280

Individuals who raise $100 through the official NAMIWalks platform may qualify for a 2026 NAMIWalks t-shirt.

Thank you for helping us bring hope, connection, compassion, and mental wellness support to our communities. 💚

Thank you for helping us bring hope and mental wellness support to our communities. 💚

Join the Rotary Club of Mental Health & Wellness for a special visit to Casa Treatment Center, followed by our club meeting and recognition of our 2026 Healing Hearts & Minds Behavioral Health Scholarship recipients, presented in partnership with the Rotary Club of Downtown Los Angeles.

The optional tour will be led by Nely Meza, LMFT, MBA, CEO of Casa Treatment Center and Board Secretary of the Rotary Club of Mental Health & Wellness. Nely will also share more about Casa’s mission and work during the club meeting.

Light food and soft drinks will be provided for in-person attendees.

Please RSVP as soon as possible so we can plan for the tour, seating, refreshments, and any dietary needs: 

RSVP Link
 

Join the Rotary Club of Mental Health & Wellness for our final club meeting of the 2025–2026 Rotary year as we celebrate Grace Leung’s year of service as Club President and warmly welcome Sam Alkan as incoming President. ✨

This special meeting will include the President handoff and induction led by Assistant Governor Michael Lushing, along with a brief reflection on a meaningful year of service, connection, partnerships, and mental health impact.

Guests are welcome. 

Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82336486994?pwd=UXZGLzNMcXVZakxaZDgwUFc3eUdqQT09

Meeting ID: 823 3648 6994
Passcode: 5280

Welcome to Jennifer Levin, MFT, PhD, FT

Author of  The Traumatic Grief Loss Workbook

www.TherapyHeals.com

Brady Connell

District Governor 2026-27

Rotary International District 5280

Meeting Opening: Four Way Test

Welcome Visiting Rotarians and Guests - Faye

Interactive Ice Breaker - Faye

New Member Induction  

Mindfulness Moment 

Member Spotlights - Debbie

Happy News and Bucks - Faye

Meeting Closing: Important News & Events- Sam

Sep15 8 am PST - Speaker: Adam Nemer The ROI of Vulnerability: Spreading Mental Health Literacy in Our Workplaces & Communities  https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82336486994?pwd=UXZGLzNMcXVZakxaZDgwUFc3eUdqQT09

Speaker: Adam Nemer is an author, former executive at Kaiser Permanente, and founder of Simple Mental Health. For nearly 20 years, he led at KP while silently struggling with severe, yet undiagnosed depression and anxiety. His life—and leadership— changed when a compassionate colleague encouraged him to seek help, showing the profound impact leaders can have on their teams’ Well-being. Today, Adam works with organizations across the Americas and Europe, spreading mental health literacy and helping build cultures where both people and performance thrive.https://youtu.be/a6HgzJU5EPw

Description: Mental health touches each workplace, family, and community — often in ways we don’t see. As business owners, professionals, civic leaders, volunteers, friends, and neighbors, Rotarians are uniquely positioned to help reduce stigma, normalize conversations about mental health, and spread the value of mental health literacy across the communities they serve.  Participants will learn why mental health literacy matters, how myths and stigma keep people from seeking help, and how community leaders can help create environments where people feel safer talking about mental health and accessing support. They will leave with one practical first step they can take to begin spreading mental health literacy in the places where they live, lead, work, and serve.

Meirav ("Mei") Zur has over 22 years of professional experience as an international performing artist, producer, facilitator, and humorist, and has an equal amount of personal experience creating meaningful friendships in new places. This interactive presentation embodies a seamless blend of her background, craft, and insights, while immersing the audience in a relatable and perceptive exploration of human connection.

● Friendition presentation: https://startkyoo.com/keynote/ and

● Human Interaction Workshops https://startkyoo.com/prodev/hiworkshops/