The Rotary Club of Lake Arrowhead has a rich a storied history, shaped by a deep commitment to community service. The Club was chartered in 1949, making it the oldest Rotary Club in the San Bernardino Mountains. Our mission is to serve humanity and our members' dedication only strengthens this purpose.

 

It is worthwhile to look back at the beginnings of Rotary International to truly understand the roots of the Rotary Club of Lake Arrowhead and see how today’s Club fits in with that history. Rotary was founded in 1905 in Chicago, Illinois by a man named Paul Harris. It started as a men's business networking group and evolved into the world’s largest service club. In 1987, the U.S. Supreme Court required Rotary International to admit women into Rotary. Thereafter, the Rotary Club of Lake Arrowhead admitted its first woman, Dr. Aylene Popka, into the club on March 1, 1988.  Aylene is still an active member to this day!

 

Rotary International celebrates its 120 year anniversary in 2025. The birth of Rotary Club of Lake Arrowhead began in 1949 when a handful of Rotarians from other local clubs (down the mountain) decided to create a local area Rotary Club. Chartering a new club takes 20 members and when 20 members were on board, the Charter was written and the club sworn in. The club continued to grow and thrive over the years and has maintained a membership hovering around 50. Rotary Club of Lake Arrowhead is proud of its programs, energy, enthusiasm, and dedication to making the world a better place for all. Come join the fun!