The Rotary Club of Long Beach Island was formed 75 years ago in the spring of 1950 by 22 men dedicated to nurturing their community through relationships, partnerships and financial support. Its charter was authorized by the Rotary Club of Seaside Heights; the charter president was Richard Van Dyk of Beach Haven Terrace.

Today, the LBI club’s membership approaches 50, with 11 new members added in just the last six months, according to the club’s current (two-time) president, John Tomaro of the…