Rotary, founded in 1905 was the first service club in this country and rapidly expanded all over the world.  Also a first for Hermosa Beach, 88 years ago, our city forefathers formed the Hermosa Beach Rotary Club in 1931.  A uniquely warm and fun-loving group of local business owners joined forces with civic leaders and local talent which rapidly grew it's membership and outreach for our schools and people in need.  The historic clubhouse located on the southeastern edge of the beautiful Valley Park was built by hand by local Rotarians specifically constructed with the intention to strengthen support community youth.  Hermosa Rotary sponsors several local area orgs including but not limited to Adventure Crew, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, and Boy Scouts and preK classes as well.  In fact  It's remarkable to note that the clubhouse is home to Troop 860 with over 160 families throughout the South Bay area- an unprecedented number of Eagle Scouts have graduated here.

 

Find some time to wander the adjacent Valley Park and you will find not only a botanical garden initially funded by this Rotary but an accessible playground with children's play equipment provided in partnership with the City and local non-profit Friends of the Parks.  In addition the club sponsors the Friday Farmers Market on Valley Drive.  Proceeds go directly back to numerous non-profit endeavors such as HB Youth Basketball, Project Touch, Meals on Wheels and more.