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  1. What is Rotary?
  2. How do I become a member of Rotary?
  3. What are the qualifications for membership?
  4. What are the responsibilities of membership?
  5. What are the attendance requirements?
  6. How much are dues to Rotary International?
  7. What is the minimum age to be in Rotary?
  8. Are college students eligible for membership?
  9. Is there a way for high school students to get involved?
  10. How do I locate a club in my area?

What is Rotary?

  • Rotary International is an association of Rotary clubs worldwide. It’s made up of more than 33,000 Rotary clubs in over 200 countries and geographical areas. The members of these autonomous clubs are called Rotarians, and they form a global network of 1.2 million business and professional leaders, all volunteering their time and talents to serve their communities and the world. Individual Rotary clubs, in turn, belong to the global association called Rotary International.
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How do I become a member of Rotary?

  • If you’re interested in joining a local Rotary club, submit a Prospective Member form , though individuals must be sponsored or proposed for membership into a club. Rotary International staff will process your information and forward it to local Rotary club leaders. You can also contact a local Rotary club directly. Use the Club Locator to find clubs in your area. Often, a person being considered for membership is invited by a club member, or sponsor, to attend one or more club meetings to learn more about Rotary. In this case, the sponsor submits the candidate’s name to the club's membership committee.
    *Please note that Membership in a Rotary club is by invitation only.
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What are the qualifications for membership?

  • Prospective members must Hold (or be retired from) a professional, proprietary, executive, managerial, or community position Have demonstrated a commitment to service through personal involvement Be able to meet the club's weekly attendance or community project participation requirements Live or work within the vicinity of the club or surrounding area
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What are the responsibilities of membership?

  • Members are expected to attend weekly club meetings.
    They must pay annual dues to their clubs, their Rotary district, and Rotary International.
    They are expected to participate in local or international Rotary club activities or projects.
    Clubs encourage members to aspire to club leadership or committee roles.
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What are the attendance requirements?

  • An attendance record of 50 percent is required to remain an active Rotarian.
    Any missed meeting must be made up within 14 days before or after the regular meeting.
    To accommodate busy schedules, there are various opportunities to make up missed meetings.
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How much are dues to Rotary International?

  • Dues to Rotary International are currently $25 per half year. Although we don’t collect information on individual club fees, it’s entirely appropriate to ask about the cost of membership. If you’re interested in joining a particular club, attend a weekly meeting and ask this question.
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What is the minimum age to be in Rotary?

  • There is no minimum age to join Rotary. You may be invited to join Rotary at any age after you become established in a career and have the time and financial resources to meet all Rotary club membership requirements. If you’re interested in joining a Rotary club, ask club members about the time and financial commitments necessary for fulfilling membership requirements, and consider whether you can make those commitments.
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Are college students eligible for membership?

  • No. Rotarians have achieved a certain level of career experience that allows them to bring a specialization to their club, and students haven’t yet reached a level in their professional and personal lives that allows them to fulfill all aspects of Rotary club membership. But undergraduate and graduate students, as well as young adults, may become members of Rotaract clubs.
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Is there a way for high school students to get involved?

  • Yes. Interact is a Rotary-sponsored service club for young people ages 12 to 18. Interact clubs give young people an opportunity to participate in fun, meaningful service projects while developing leadership skills and meeting new friends.
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How do I locate a club in my area?

  • Use the Club Locator to search by city or district number.
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