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Dear Rotarians,

 

“Service Above Self” is the motto of Rotarians, and I am proud to serve as the new President for the Rotary Club of Galveston Island. Service to my local community is at the heart of my career goals. I remain focused on continuing to find ways to help Galveston improve, in order to further enhance the island lifestyle for our resilient residents. Concentrating on ways to deepen the connections between business owners, the nonprofit sector, City leadership, and the families that live here keep me motivated and energized. The fellowship and connections I have made during my time in Rotary have been life-changing and will continue to hold value throughout my lifetime.  

 

As a community, and as a Club, we will all continue to be pressed to try new things, be willing to adapt, and think of ways to stay connected with each other and with our community as we continue to face challenges along the way. This year's Rotary theme is Rotary Opens Opportunities. I believe we can change the world together, when we share our ideas, and leverage our power toward the greater good. This year offers us all the opportunity to grow closer; we can stand together, even when we must stay apart. I look forward to meeting the new opportunities that will arise this year as I serve as Board President with an open heart, a clear mind, and in unity with my fellow Rotarians.

 

Take good care,

Selah

On June 25, 2019, Outgoing President Jason Hardcastle presented a series of awards and Paul Harris Fellow recognitions to wrap up his year leading our club. "Lucky for me, my Rotary club is full of leaders committed to our Galveston community," said Hardcastle at the completion of his service as President.

Jason Hardcastle joined the Rotary Club of Galveston Island in 2014-15 Rotary year. Within a year, he began serving as the Community Service Director. He continued his service in our club over the next two years to become Vice President and President-Elect, successively. Jason has assisted with several Rotary community service projects that benefiting the Ronald McDonald House, Smart Family Literacy, Galveston Urban Ministries, and Meals On Wheels. Fundraising for the Galveston Island Rotary Club's Annual Golf Tournament has also been a focus of Jason's, as it has allowed the club to make significant positive impacts locally, as well as internationally.