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This is Rotary

This is Rotary. Adapted from a presentation by The Rotary Club of Windsor-Roseland District 6400. Rotary is an International Organization. There are 530 districts in over 160 countries throughout the world.

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This is Rotary

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  1. This is Rotary Adapted from a presentation by The Rotary Club of Windsor-Roseland District 6400

  2. Rotary is an International Organization • There are 530 districts in over 160 countries throughout the world. • Our club, < club name> is in District <district number> which is comprised of <number of clubs> clubs with <number of members> members. • The district covers <area – e.g., counties, states/provinces, cities>

  3. <insert annual theme logo> <insert photo of District Governor> <insert photo of RI President> • Rotary International is governed by a president and a board of directors elected from all over the world. <year> Rotary International President <name of RI President> • Annually each district elects a district governor - but each club is autonomous.

  4. Rotary Founder Paul Harris In the beginning… • The first Rotary club was organized in Chicago in 1905, by Paul P. Harris. • The club, with four members, met in rotation at the offices of the members - thus the name Rotary. • There are approximately 1.2 million members in over 30,000 clubs worldwide.

  5. Women in Rotary • <Insert statistics about women in your district>Each year about <% women> of the District <district number> club presidents are women.

  6. Service Above Self • Rotary was not long to recognize that fellowship alone would not keep a group together — there needed to be a purpose. • The first service project was public restrooms in downtown Chicago, IL, USA. • Rotary became the world’s first service club.

  7. The Rotary Club of <insert club name>

  8. The Rotary Club of <club name>Projects • Once a year, we identify possible projects. • Committee prioritizes list to match club goals • Board of Directors decides on cut-off point. • <club name> sponsors as many of these projects as possible.

  9. The Rotary Club of <club name>Projects • Project 1 description

  10. The Rotary Club of <club name>Projects • Project 2 description

  11. The Rotary Club of <club name>Projects Major fund-raisers are: • List fundraisers

  12. The Rotary Foundation “World Peace through Understanding”

  13. Volunteers in Action Insert photos • <list volunteers> • <list volunteers> Insert photos

  14. The Rotary Club of <club name>Exchanges • Group Study Exchanges • Teams of one Rotarian leader and four non-Rotarian business or professional young people visit the district for four to six weeks. • <club name> Rotarians have hosted visiting teams, been team leaders and sponsored team members. • <club name> is a major participant in the district’s GSE program.

  15. Paul Harris Fellows and Benefactors • Many <club name> Rotarians and spouses are benefactors of the Permanent Fund. • Over <number> members and partners are Paul Harris Fellows. • Many now donate a small amount each week when paying for their meals.

  16. The Rotary Club of <club name>Exchanges • Rotary Youth Exchange Program • 16-18 year olds are exchanged world-wide. • Part of a 7,000 students/year program. • Rotarians host these young people in their homes for three to five months. • Students become part of the family. • <club name> has hosted students from <list countries>. • We have sent students to <list countries>.

  17. The Rotary Club of <club name>Rotaract Clubs • Our club sponsors the <insert name> Rotaract Club • Describe Rotaract program • Describe age and qualifications of Rotaractors. • Describe projects and programs of your Rotaract club

  18. The Rotary Club of <club name>Interact Clubs • Our club sponsors the <insert name> Interact Club • Describe Interact program • Describe age and qualifications of Interactors. • Describe projects and programs of your Interact club

  19. Object of Rotary • The Object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

  20. Object of Rotary • First. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

  21. Object of Rotary • Second. High ethical standards in business and professions; the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations; and the dignifying by each Rotarian of his or her occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

  22. Object of Rotary • Third. The application of the ideal of service by every Rotarian to his or her personal, business and community life;

  23. Object of Rotary • Fourth. The advancement of international understanding, good will, and peace through a world of fellowship of business and professional people united in the ideal of service.

  24. We implement the Object of Rotary through the Four Avenues of Service

  25. Club Service <Committee chair’s name> • Those things that a Rotarian does to help make successful the running of the local club. • Vocational Service <Committee chair’s name> • The promoting of the “ideal of service” throughout the business and professional world. • Community Service <Committee chair’s name> • Urges every Rotarian to participate in all activities that make the community a better place in which to live. • International Service <Committee chair’s name> • Encourages and fosters the advancement of understanding and good will among people of the world.

  26. Board of Directors The Board of Directors of the Rotary Club of <club name> are the club • President: <name> • President-elect: <name> • Secretary: <name> • Treasurer: <name> • and the following directors • <director>, <director>, <director>, <director> • A new board is elected to take office on 1 July of each year. • All positions in Rotary are one year terms that change on 1 July.

  27. Awards for <Club Name> <Club Name> has received many accolades over the past few years. Here are a few: • <list awards> • <list awards>

  28. THE FOUR-WAY TESTof the things we think, say or do 1. Is it the TRUTH? 2. Is it FAIR to all concerned? 3. Will it build GOOD WILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? 4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

  29. The Privileges in Rotary • The privilege of FRIENDSHIP WITH LEADERS: • in your community • in neighboring cities and towns • throughout <country> • around the world

  30. The Privileges in Rotary • The privilege of GIVING SERVICE to your community. • The privilege of DEVELOPING INTERNATIONAL GOODWILL and understanding. • The privilege of helping BUILD HIGHER ETHICAL STANDARDS within your vocation • <list additional privileges> through the common bond of Rotary.

  31. Your Obligations in Rotary Participation • To be a Rotarian you must give of your time and talents: • in community work • in fellowship and social functions • in club and district activities.

  32. Your Obligations in Rotary Attendance • Attendance at the weekly meetings is a benefit of Rotary. A minimum of 60% is expected. • You can easily maintain your attendance levels by making up at another Rotary club meeting, participating in club service projects, and activities.

  33. Your Financial Obligations • Initiation Fee <amount> • Annual Dues <amount> /year • Meals <amount> /week • Social Events <amount> /year • Other (explain)<amount>

  34. Membership There are two types of membership in a Rotary club: • Active • Honorary

  35. Welcome to the Rotary Club of <Club Name>

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