Welcome to the Rotary Club of Downtown San Diego…the fun club with a view and a vision! We’re service-oriented. We’re energized. We enjoy each other's company. We’re a vibrant, multi-cultural community. We’re the Rotary Club of Downtown San Diego, committed to “Service Above Self.” We’re part of Rotary International, a global network of united individuals taking action to create lasting change across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.
Join us at one of our weekly meetings to experience our energy, laugh with us, hear high caliber speakers, enjoy breakfast, and discover how we promote peace, understanding, and community service both locally and internationally. We meet at the University Club on the 34th floor of Symphony Towers each Wednesday morning:
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The Downtown San Diego Rotary Club is proud to continue supporting sustainable microfinance initiatives that transform the lives of women in coffee-growing regions. Based on the Grameen Bank model pioneered by Muhammad Yunus, these programs use solidarity lending—a peer-administered approach where local community members come together to provide support, accountability, and encouragement to help each entrepreneur succeed and repay her loan.
This week at the Downtown San Diego Rotary Club, we had the privilege of hearing from Steve Cohen, former KUSI News Director and candidate for California’s 50th Congressional District.
Having spent his early career under the mentorship of legendary CBS News Director Fred Friendly, Steve brought a seasoned perspective on the evolving role of journalism in America.
A recent offsite meeting was held at downtown's newest landmark: the Navy SEAL Museum near the Santa Fe Depot. Downtown San Diego Rotary club members were treated to a private tour from two retired Navy SEAL docents who shared about their experiences serving special missions.
Members of the Downtown San Diego Rotary Club attended the Rotary International Convention in Taipei, Taiwan in June 2026. Seeing Rotarians from all walks of life proudly carry their national flags during the opening ceremony was a testament to the scale of our organization.
Cheers to "Queen Lynn!" On June 28, we officially wrapped up Lynn Hamilton’s 2025-2026 club president term with a celebration full of roasts, toasts, and a special appearance by her baby granddaughter!
On May 23, Downtown San Diego Rotary members assisted in placing 23,000 flags at Miramar National Cemetery in honor of Memorial Day.
On May 16, the Downtown San Diego Rotary club joined 36K+ Rotarians globally to give back for the Epic Day of Service. Our Downtown Rotary crew crushed two volunteer shifts at the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank, assembling 1,500 emergency food boxes for local seniors!
