Events

Please join us! This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know your fellow Rotarians. Please invite people who are interested in learning more about Rotary. This is a great time for prospective members to ask questions and meet our group in an informal setting. 

This is a no host event.
 

Andrew Ndayambaje is a resource mobilizer and human services professional with over a decade of experience in trauma-informed services, both in the nonprofit and government sectors. He specializes in collaborating and supporting agencies that provide comprehensive services to families and individuals, helping to remove barriers to success and address human services needs within communities.

A graduate in International Community Development from Northwest University, Andrew is dedicated to creating equitable access to services for underserved and under-resourced communities. He draws inspiration from his grandparents, who not only preached the gospel but also actively lived it by advocating for social justice, loving their neighbors, and promoting human rights for all, particularly for women and children. Andrew is deeply committed to community service and working with marginalized groups, firmly believing in equal opportunities for everyone.

Andrew is a co-founder of the Rev. Yohana Runyange Memorial Foundation. He works for the City of Bellevue as a Human Services Planner.

Details coming soon.

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Dr. Cheryl E. Haskins is a nonprofit executive, author, and consultant with more than 17 years of leadership experience serving children and families in Washington State. She is the Executive Director of City Ministries in Kirkland, where she oversees a range of programs including foster care services, affordable housing for foster families, and educational initiatives designed to strengthen communities.

Through its partnership with the State of Washington, City Ministries has helped more than 150 children find stability through reunification with their families, adoption, or other permanent placements, while maintaining an exceptional record of children not returning to the foster care system. The organization also developed Rose Hill Cottages, a residential community designed to support foster families and provide stable housing in the Kirkland area.

Dr. Haskins holds an MBA and a Doctorate in Ministry and Leadership and regularly advises nonprofit organizations on governance, strategic planning, and sustainable growth. Dr. Haskins is also a proud recipient of the Lakeland Rotary Youth Achievement Award.

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Leadership Planning Session for 2026-2027 Board of Directors

Sarah Olson serves as the Kirkland Public Works Deputy Director of Engineering, Planning and Development Services. In this role, Sarah supports developing a safer transportation system, resilient and healthy surface water management, advancing policies to strengthen utilities, and fostering safe private development to support Kirkland’s growth and sustainability goals. She oversees coordination with the I-405 Improvement projects, NPDES Permit compliance, and implementation of the Transportation and Surface Water Strategic Plans. With more than 25 years in public service, Sarah prioritizes community engagement and environmental resilience, ensuring our public spaces and services meet the evolving needs of a vibrant community. Sarah holds a Masters in Public Administration and enjoys walking, urban hiking, and family bike rides.