Detailed view of the Burrage Mansion brickwork and arches.
About Us

Neighbors. Friends. People of action.

Since 1984, the Redlands Sunrise Rotary Club has been a dedicated force for good, combining professional fellowship with a hands-on approach to solving challenges — both at home and around the world.

Our story

Founded in 1984. Rooted in Redlands. Ready for the work ahead.

The Redlands Sunrise Rotary Club was formed by members of the original Rotary Club of Redlands and other local community leaders who wanted a new chapter with an early-morning meeting time. It was officially incorporated as a California Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation on June 29, 1990.

As a chapter of Rotary International, our club is part of a global movement of more than 1.2 million members committed to creating lasting change. Locally, we belong to District 5330, which unites clubs across Riverside and San Bernardino Counties.

Our meetings are held weekly on Wednesday mornings at 6:45 AM at the historic Burrage Mansion — a venue that reflects our deep roots in the Redlands community and our commitment to service.

1984
Club founded
D5330
Rotary District
6:45 AM
Every Wednesday
Interior of the Burrage Mansion — an elegant room with grand fireplace and wood paneling.
Our guiding motto

Service Above Self.

Our club embodies Rotary’s principal motto: Service Above Self. This ethic is the driving force behind the diverse projects we take on — from local cleanups and literacy campaigns to support for global health initiatives.

It is a simple idea, and a challenging one. It asks each of us, every week, to look up from our own lives and notice what needs doing around us.

The Four-Way Test

Of the things we think, say or do:

  1. 1Is it the TRUTH?
  2. 2Is it FAIR to all concerned?
  3. 3Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
  4. 4Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
A global network

Part of Rotary International · District 5330.

Our district connects Sunrise with fellow clubs across Southern California’s Inland Empire — unlocking larger projects, shared resources, and regional training events.

Seven areas of focus

District 5330 unites people of action to work on sustainable projects in Rotary’s seven areas of focus:

  • Promoting peace
  • Fighting disease
  • Providing clean water
  • Saving mothers and children
  • Supporting education
  • Growing local economies
  • Protecting the environment

Leadership at Sunrise

Our club is run by a volunteer board of officers, directors, and committee chairs who serve one-year terms. Together they guide our service work, fellowship, fundraising, and youth programs.

Meet the full roster below, or drop by a Wednesday meeting to say hello in person. You can also send us a note and we will make an introduction.

Club leaders

Meet the 2025-2026 leadership team.

The members who keep Sunrise moving forward — elected officers, club directors, and committee chairs leading the service year.

Club Officers

Elected leaders guiding the club year.

JA
Jonathan Ayres Shidler
President
AG
Alicia Gyllenhammer
President-Elect
LG
Leona Gamble
President-Nominee
BS
Beth Sanders
Immediate Past President
AC
Amy Cranfill
Secretary
JB
Jim Bacca
Attendance Secretary / Club Executive Secretary

Board of Directors

Club directors and committee chairs who champion our core service areas.

KK
Kelley Kemberley Bowden
Club Director / Rotary Foundation Chair
RL
Rafael Larios III
Club Director / International Service Chair
MR
Michael R. Schaefer
Club Director / Youth Services Chair
TM
Troy Molaug
Club Director
TW
Tony Whiteside
Club Director

Supporting Roles

Member volunteers who keep the club running smoothly.

DA
Dan Abushanab
Club Learning Facilitator
SK
Susan Kean
Bulletin Editor

District Liaison

Our connection to the broader Rotary District 5330 network.

JR
John R. Patterson
Assistant Governor, District 5330

Want to get involved?

Every role on this list started with a member who simply showed up and said yes. There are always committees looking for help — come to a meeting, meet the team, and find the spot that fits you.

“Sunrise is as active as ever — an amazing group of people: never tired, full of ideas and of energy to put those ideas in practice.”

Lily · international observer, Serbia