| Why Join Rotary?
Professional Networking
A founding principle of Rotary was to meet periodically to enjoy camaraderie
and enlarge one's circle of business and professional acquaintances.
Service Opportunities
Club members have many opportunities for humanitarian service, both
locally and internationally. Service programs address such concerns
as health care, hunger, poverty, illiteracy, and the environment. Rotarians
experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back to the community.
International Awareness
With more than 31,000 Rotary clubs in over 160 countries, Rotarians
gain an understanding of humanitarian issues through international service
projects and exchange programs. One of Rotary's highest objectives is
to build goodwill and peace throughout the world.
Friendship
Rotary was founded on fellowship, an ideal that remains a major attraction
of membership today. Club members enjoy the camaraderie with like-minded
professionals, and club projects offer additional opportunities to develop
enduring friendships. Rotary club members who travel have friendly contacts
in almost every city in the world.
Good Citizenship
Weekly Rotary club programs keep members informed about what is taking
place in the community, nation, and world and motivated to make a difference.
Family Foundations
Rotary sponsors some of the world's largest youth exchange, educational
exchange, and scholarship programs. Rotary clubs provide innovative
training opportunities and mentoring for young leaders and involve family
members in a wide range of social and service activities.
Entertainment
Social activities give Rotarians a chance to let loose and have fun.
Every Rotary club and district hosts parties and activities that offer
diversions from today's demanding professional and personal schedules.
Conferences, conventions, assemblies, and social events provide entertainment
as well as Rotary information, education, and service.
Ethical Environment
Encouraging high ethical standards in one's profession and respect for
all worthy vocations has been a hallmark of Rotary from its earliest
days.
Leadership Development
Rotary is an organization of successful professionals. Team building,
fundraising, public speaking, planning, organization, and communication
are just a sampling of the leadership skills that club members can exercise
and enhance. Being a Rotary leader provides further experience in learning
how to motivate, inspire, and guide others. |