The Rotary Club Los Cabos A.C. celebrated on Monday, June 30th, 2025, its change of board of directors and the swearing-in ceremony for the period 2025-2026, with a cocktail party at the restaurant Señora Cocina Casa Cantina.
The Change of Buttons Ceremony is a flagship event within each Rotary Club, where the achievements of the previous year (2024-2025) are recognized and celebrated, and new projects are launched. It is a moment of renewal and continuity in the Club’s mission to serve the community and promote humanitarian service.
Rotary Club Los Cabos is guided by the Rotary philosophy, which is summed up in the following phrase: “To serve is an act that the one who performs it does not expect any gratitude, because the reward is in the satisfaction and joy he feels inside, even if there is no word, gesture or smile in return.” Guided by this principle, the Club works tirelessly to make a positive difference in the community and promote selfless service.
The event was conducted by the Master of Ceremonies and fellow Rotarian Jesús Corral, also known as “Chamuco”. The swearing-in ceremony was performed by Rear Admiral CG DEM Juan Manuel Santos, Commander of Naval Sector Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., who administered the oath of office and swore in the members.
Los Cabos Rotary Club Board of Directors 2025-2026
- Chairman: José Rubén Aréchiga “Diez”.
- Vice-President: Linda Mchatton “Güera”.
- Secretary: Edith Jaramillo Perez ‘Ditzi’.
- Treasurer: Gabriel Corral “Boli Boli”.
- Administrator: Olga Lucero “Olga”.
- Rotary Foundation Committee Chair: Jose Miguel Sanchez “Mike”.
- Macero: Jesús Corral “Chamuco”.
- YEO New Generations: Enrique Vazquez “Kike”.
- Membership & Membership: Jesús Corral “Chamuco”.
- Public Image: Linda Mchatton “Güera”.
- Service Projects: Abel Montoya “Monty” Abel Montoya “Monty”.
- Leadership Programme: Omar Puentes “Vet”
- International Service Committee: Lucia Hatfield “Lucy
- Los Cabos Rotary Club member: Cathy Smith “Choyera”.
- New Member of the Los Cabos Rotary Club: Alejandro Donnadieu “Donny”.
About Club Rotario Los Cabos: Club Rotario Los Cabos is an organisation dedicated to serving the community and promoting humanitarian service. Composed of dedicated leaders, the Club strives to make a positive impact through projects and activities that address both local and international needs. During the period 2024 – 2025, the following activities were carried out:
Smiles International Foundation, in collaboration with the Los Cabos Rotary Club, conducts clinic days twice a year, in February and August, providing free surgeries for children with cleft lip and palate conditions. So far, they have achieved 350 new smiles in 12 years, bringing a significant economic benefit to the Los Cabos area.
Youth Exchange: Since 2011, the Club has participated in cultural and educational exchanges, sending and receiving more than 20 young people from various countries. The Club funds this programme and requires a significant financial commitment. Cases such as Ronaldo, who, after receiving support from primary school through the scholarship programme, completed his exchange in Belgium and is now studying at university, and Miriam, who participated in the exchange programme as an outbound student in Taiwan this year, reflect the programme’s impact. This year, we participated in our inbound trip to Camille (Belgium), hosted by partners Olga Lidia Lucero and José Rubén Aréchiga.
Scholarship Programme: Supports young students from primary school to university with support for school supplies, backpacks, economic incentives, shoes, monthly payments, gifts and celebrations. The programme has been in place for over 10 years.
New members of the Los Cabos Rotary Club: Vet, Ditzy, Ale and Mike. Each represents a commitment to service and Rotary values, strengthening their ability to make a positive impact in the community.
Firefighters’ Day in CSL: Rotary Club Los Cabos was honoured to be a special guest at the Firefighters’ Day festivities in Cabo San Lucas, where a firefighter was sponsored in recognition of his great work.
Mexican Wine Festival: A significant amount was raised for the Los Cabos Rotary Club Programs.
Cents con causa The Wine Club y Dawn Solomon: Cenas con maridaje en octubre y marzo, a beneficio the club, through The Wine Club.
Bisbees shooting in support of End Polio Now: The club’s symbolic participation on 24 October as part of World Polio Day.
ORSAN Fishing Tournament: 5 wheelchairs were donated to the Los Cabos Rotary Club for distribution to people in need.
EPIC Halloween Open House: On 30 October, fundraising event organized by Enrique Vázquez “Kike”.
Festejo Decembrino en la cuadra Erre: On the 15th of December, an invitation from our Rotarian friend Armida Castro to the Christmas event at the Centro de Rehabilitación Ecuestre Domecq.
Winter Sailing Festival: On December 14, the Club will participate, together with Club Misión and Club San José, in the parade and decoration of the boat.
Annual Toy and Pantry Donation: Three Kings Day Celebration on January 11, 2025, in collaboration with the San Jose del Cabo Mission Rotary Club. More than 200 children benefited in Nueva Esperanza, Las Cuevas and El Campamento. Delivery of Food to the BCS Food Bank.
Domino afternoon at Señora Cocina Casa Cantina: On 30 April, an event of conviviality and strengthening of ties between partners and the community.
Paella Festival: Our flagship event was successfully held on 23 May at the Hilton Los Cabos. Sixteen hotels and one sponsor (Skal) participated with a total of 17 paellas. One hundred per cent of the funds raised went towards scholarships for 19 students.
Closing of the Rotary Year: The final awarding of scholarships for the 2024-2025 cycle took place. The last session of the term and the presentation by our inbound student, Camille, were held, along with Miriam’s return from Taiwan.
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