What does it mean to be a Rotarian?

Rotary is unlike any other service organization. It is a powerful force around the globe with over 35,000 clubs world-wide and over 1.2 million members. Rotary is over 100 years old and over that time, through the hard work of many, have grown Rotary into an unstoppable force that is making a difference all over the world. Through support of members, Rotary has done amazing things, including having contributed over 1.2 Billion dollars to the fight against Polio, worked with villages to help them install clean water, built schools, plus many other endeavors that change the lives of families and communities around the world.

• Having the opportunity to experience the warm fellowship of a Rotary Club can greatly expand one’s circle of acquaintance, foster lifelong friendships, and help one do for their community what he or she might never accomplish alone.

• Taking an active role in your club. Participate in events, join and or chair committees, and at least once in their Rotary career, volunteer to be on the executive. Rotarians are actively involved in the affairs and service projects of their club.

• Contributing to Rotary Foundation, the funding pool that allows clubs to get grants from Rotary for local or international projects.

• Meeting (and exceeding) attendance requirements.

• Maintaining high ethical standards in one’s business, one’s profession, and in one’s personal life.

• Adhering to the “4 Way Test.” Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned? Will it build goodwill & better friendships? Will it be beneficial to all concerned?