Membership in Rotary International

When you become a member of Rotary International, you join 1.2 million Rotarians all over the world.  The local club is the cornerstone of Rotary, where the most meaningful work is carried out.  All effective Rotary clubs are responsible for four key elements:  sustaining or increasing their membership base, participating in service projects that benefit their own community and those in other countries, suppporting The Rotary Foundation of RI financially and through program participation, and developing leaders capable of serving in Rotary beyond the club level. 

What Rotarians get out of Rotary depends largely on what they put into it.  Many membership requirements are designed to help members more fully participate in and enjoy their Rotary experience.  All Rotary clubs share a key mission:  to serve their community and those in need throughout the world. The motto of Rotary is:  Service Above Self.