Letter from the President
LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT
Hello fellow Rotarians,
I’m filled with excitement, gratitude, and a deep sense of purpose as I begin my journey as President of the Rotary Club of Woodland Hills for 2025/2026.
First, a heartfelt thank you to Sandy Rosenholz, our newly Past President. Sandy showed us what true passion and dedication look like. His energy, focus, and ability to keep Rotary front and center helped lead us through a remarkable year capped off by winning District 5280 Club of Impact Award. That’s right…we made an impact, and it was recognized. 😊
For those of us who were there, it was a magical evening. We were dressed up, surrounded by fellow Rotarians from across the district, and beaming with pride as our club was honored for its service, leadership, and commitment to making a difference. It was a well-deserved moment of celebration and a reminder that when we work together with purpose, incredible things happen.
As I step into this role, I do so with high hopes, big goals, and a strong belief that extraordinary things lie ahead. Not just measured in projects or metrics, but in people, the lives we touch, the laughter we share, and the moments we create. This year, we are guided by two powerful themes:
“United in Service – Driven by Impact” and Rotary International’s call to “Unite for Good.”
“United in Service – Driven by Impact” and Rotary International’s call to “Unite for Good.”
I recently returned from the International Conference, where two themes dominated: Peace and the Environment. RI President Francesco Arezzo shared a thought-provoking message, that peace and the environment are deeply connected. We need peace in our environment, and an environment that supports peace. That’s where real change begins.
One of the initiatives I’m most excited about is our Kindness Campaign, with a special focus on bullying prevention. Because kindness, even in small doses, has the power to change lives. It ripples outward and makes our communities stronger. Our mission is to encourage compassion, empower our youth, and remind each other that leadership begins with how we treat one another.
At my installation, I shared a poem that I feel captures the heart of Rotary service:
"Be the Light"
Author Unknown
When the world feels cold and dark and gray,
Be the light that shows the way.
With open hearts and helping hands,
We plant the seeds, where kindness stands.
A smile, a word, a simple deed,
Can meet a soul in deepest need.
And though we’re many, our mission’s one:
To serve with love till the work is done.
Author Unknown
When the world feels cold and dark and gray,
Be the light that shows the way.
With open hearts and helping hands,
We plant the seeds, where kindness stands.
A smile, a word, a simple deed,
Can meet a soul in deepest need.
And though we’re many, our mission’s one:
To serve with love till the work is done.
As I prepare for the year ahead, I’m incredibly grateful for the support and guidance I’ve received from my Rotary dream team: Sandy Rosenholz, Shelley Stark, Diane Nelson, Lois Koch, and Jeff Stern. Their mentorship and encouragement mean everything.
We’re bringing back the flock (if you know, you know), handing out Gratitude Awards, and celebrating every win, big or small, with the enthusiasm and spirit this club is known for.
I believe in working hard, but also in keeping things meaningful and fun. And if there’s one thing Rotary does best…it’s making a difference while building friendships that last.
I can’t wait to see what we accomplish together.
With gratitude, humor, and heart,
Christy
President Rotary Club of Woodland Hills 2025/2026
626-482-4658
christywhrotary@gmail.com