Rotary Club of Burbank

Our club was so proud to join with our Rotary Club brothers and sisters and community members including those from Glendale Kiwanis, Burbank Kiwanis, St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church Peace and Justice Ministry, and the Zonta Club of Burbank Area to make 10,000 meal kits for families in need. Yesterday's effort was part of Rotary's EPIC Day of Service, when clubs in eight countries united in their efforts to do community projects.

Shout-out to Burbank Sunrise Rotary Rotary International - District 5280 Rotary Club of Woodland Hills Granada Hills Rotary Club Wilshire Rotary, Greater Van Nuys Rotary, Rotary Club of Hollywood LA Five Rotary for making the day possible!

🌟 Student of the Month Spotlight 🌟

Congratulations to Thomas Adzhemyan, Burbank Noon Rotary Club’s Student of the Month from Burbank High School!

A dedicated senior, Thomas balances both wrestling and football, demonstrating hard work, discipline, and team spirit both on and off the field. 💪🏽🏈🤼‍♂️

We were honored to celebrate Thomas alongside his proud mom, Irina, Burbank High Assistant Principal Jennifer Freemon, and Burbank Noon Rotary President Cynthia Wagner, who also joined us in the photo to recognize his achievements.

Thomas, we’re proud to honor your commitment and leadership—and we can’t wait to see what you accomplish next! 🌟

🌟 Celebrating Student Leadership! 🌟

On May 12, the Burbank Noon Rotary Club was proud to honor Kaitlyn Jones of Dolores Huerta Middle School as our Student of the Month for her outstanding leadership. 👏

Kaitlyn was joined by her proud family—her mother, Nicole Martin, and father, Nick Jones—as well as Dolores Huerta Middle School Principal Robin Hatch. Also pictured is Burbank Noon Rotary Club President Cynthia Wagner.

We are inspired by Kaitlyn’s commitment, character, and leadership, and we look forward to seeing all she accomplishes in the future!

Members of Burbank Noon Rotary volunteered at the 34th Annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive on May 9, helping collect donations to support Home Again LA.

A huge thank-you to everyone who participated by leaving food donations—it truly takes a community! 💙

🎉 Celebrating Excellence in Education! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce the recipients of the Burbank Noon Rotary Club's 2026 Teachers of Excellence Award!

🏆 2026 Award Recipients:
• Greg Clark - Social Studies Teacher, Burbank High School
• Linda Matsumoto - Parent Education Teacher, Burbank Adult School
• Elizabeth Meberg - Drama Teacher, John Burroughs High School
• Trevor Rapp - Teacher, Monterey High School

Thank you to these incredible educators who inspire our students every day and shape the future of our community! 📚✨

Special recognition to our Rotary leadership and school administrators who joined us for this celebration: President Cynthia Wagner, Foundation President Jessa Freemeyer, District 5280 Governor Albert Hernandez, and principals Steve Hubbell (Burbank High), Daniel Dimundo (Monterey High), Todd Laventure (Burbank Adult School), and Assistant Principal Victor Ledesma (John Burroughs High).

The Burbank Noon Rotary Club is proud to support and honor the educators who make a difference in our students' lives every single day.

The House ALWAYS Wins... and on April 18th, the "House" was the Burbank Community!

What an absolutely incredible night! We are still buzzing from the energy and generosity at our fun Casino Night Fundraiser. From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU.

Because of you, we didn't just play games. We made a real impact.

A special round of applause is in order for:

♦️ OUR GUESTS: You brought the life to the party! Thank you for showing up, playing hard, and giving so generously.

♣️ OUR SPONSORS: You went "all in" for our community, and your support was the ace up our sleeve. We are immensely grateful for your partnership.

♥️ OUR VOLUNTEERS: From our club president Cynthia Wagner to our dedicated Board members, Foundation leadership and members--You are the true MVPs! Thank you for every moment you dedicated to making this event seamless and spectacular.

♠️ OUR HOSTS at the Burbank Association of Realtors: Thank you for providing the perfect space for a night to remember.

The funds raised will go directly toward our mission of Service Above Self. That’s the real jackpot!

Keep your eyes peeled as we post more photos from the evening. Find yourself, tag your friends, and share your favorite memories!

We're going ALL IN with our gratitude for this next one! ♥️♠️ A massive thank you to Kevin and Marina Knapp for their incredible Poker Sponsorship of our Casino Night Fundraiser!

Their generous top-tier support is a true testament to their commitment to our club and community.

Kevin is a cornerstone of the Burbank Noon Rotary. As a Past President and a stalwart member since 2001, his consistent presence and unwavering commitment have been a guiding force in our club for over two decades. He truly embodies the spirit of "Service Above Self."

Thank you, Kevin and Marina, for your exceptional generosity and for being such powerful examples of leadership and commitment. Your support ensures that our service projects can continue to make a meaningful impact.

Please join us in giving a huge round of applause to the Knapps! 👏

Buy tickets and sponsorships at this link: https://burbanknoonrotary.org/events/casino-night-fundraiser-2026/

Putting their own cards on the table for a good cause! ♥️♠️

We are absolutely blown away by the generosity of two of our own members, Steve Arakawa and Lynn Lipinski, who have stepped up to become Poker Sponsors for our Casino Night Fundraiser!

Their personal commitment to our club's success is truly what "Service Above Self" is all about.

Lynn, our current Club Secretary and our future President for the 2027-2028 term, has been a dedicated member since 2023. Steve joined in 2024 and is already making a huge impact with his incredible support.

Their generous sponsorship will directly contribute to the success of our fundraiser and help us continue our vital service projects in the community and beyond.

Please join us in giving a massive round of applause to Steve and Lynn for their outstanding generosity! 👏

Buy tickets: https://burbanknoonrotary.org/events/casino-night-fundraiser-2026/

A royal flush of gratitude for our incredible community partners! ✨

We are thrilled to give a massive shout-out and heartfelt thank you to the Burbank Association of Realtors for their amazing support of our Casino Night Fundraiser.

They have generously come on board as a Poker Sponsor and our gracious Location Host for the evening! Their commitment to the Burbank community is truly inspiring, and we are so grateful for their partnership.

Their support helps us raise crucial funds for our local and international service projects, making a real, positive impact. Thank you, Burbank Association of Realtors, for betting on us and helping make this event possible!

Buy tickets at https://burbanknoonrotary.org/events/casino-night-fundraiser-2026/

Let's show them some love in the comments! 👇

We're doubling down on our gratitude for this next sponsor! A huge thank you to College Help Squad for their generous Blackjack Sponsorship of our Casino Night Fundraiser!

College Help Squad is a fantastic Burbank-based college admissions consulting firm, co-founded by Cynthia Wagner and Karrie Sullivan, that provides personalized guidance to help high school students navigate their path to higher education.

We are especially proud to have their support because their co-founder, Cynthia Wagner, is our very own Burbank Noon Rotary Club President! Cynthia has been the driving force behind making this Casino Night a reality, and her commitment to serving our community—both through Rotary and her work—is truly inspiring.

Thank you, College Help Squad, for your incredible support. Your investment helps us fund important community projects. Let's give a big round of applause to Cynthia and

Buy tickets: https://burbanknoonrotary.org/events/casino-night-fundraiser-2026/