|
District 5240
| Zones 23 &
24
| Rotary International |
The Object of Rotary |
Members Only
Why Consider Membership? |
Contact Us | Make Up
Locations |
Home
|
|
Benefits
of Rotary Membership
Rotary
provides the opportunity to...
-
Become
connected to your community
-
Work
with others in addressing community needs
-
Interact
with other professionals in your community
-
Assist
with RI's international humanitarian service efforts
-
Establish
contacts with an international network of professionals
-
Develop
leadership skills
-
Involve
family in promoting service efforts·
TEN
GOOD REASONS TO CONSIDER ROTARY
|
|
1 |
Professional
Networking: A founding principle of Rotary was to provide a
forum for professional and business leaders. Members are leaders in
business, industry, the professions, the arts, government, sports,
the military, and religion. They make decisions and influence
policy. Rotary is the oldest, most prestigious service-club
organization in the world. |
|
2 |
The
Opportunity to Serve: Rotarians provide service at both the
community and international levels. Service programs address health
care needs, hunger and poverty, illiteracy, disaster relief, and
environmental cleanups, to name a few. Members experience the
fulfillment that comes from giving back to the community. |
|
3 |
Personal Growth and Development: Membership in Rotary
ensures continuing personal and professional development.
Leadership, public speaking and communication, organization and
planning, team-building, fundraising, and teaching are just a
sampling of the skills that can be exercised and enhanced through
Rotary. |
|
4 |
Friendship:
Fellowship was a primary reason Rotary was started in 1905, and it
remains a major attraction. Today, with more than 30,000 Rotary
clubs in over 160 countries, Rotarians have friends wherever they
go. Rotary helps to build community as well as enduring friendships. |
|
5 |
Cultural Diversity:
Rotary International is an association of local clubs in many
countries. Clubs are open to members of every ethnic group,
political persuasion, language, and religious belief. Rotary clubs
contain a cross-section of the world's leaders. They practice and
promote tolerance. |
|
6 |
Good Citizenship:
Membership in Rotary makes one a better citizen. Weekly Rotary club
programs keep members informed about what is taking place in the
community, nation, and world. Rotary's expansive network of clubs
and programs provides extensive opportunities for service and
interchange. |
|
7 |
World Understanding:
Rotary members gain an understanding of humanitarian issues and have
a significant impact on them through international service projects
and exchange programs of RI and its Foundation. The promotion of
peace is one of Rotary's highest objectives. |
|
8 |
Entertainment: Every Rotary club and district hosts parties
and activities that offer diversion from one’s personal and business
life. Conferences, conventions, assemblies, and social events
provide entertainment as well as Rotary information, education, and
service. |
|
9 |
Family Foundations:
Rotary sponsors some of the world’s largest youth exchange and
educational exchange and scholarship programs. Rotary clubs provide
innovative training opportunities and mentoring for future leaders.
They involve family members in a wide range of social and service
activities. |
|
10 |
Ethical Environment:
Rotarians practice a 4-Way Test that measures words and actions by
their truthfulness, fairness, goodwill, and benefit to all.
Encouraging high ethical standards in one's profession and respect
for all worthy vocations has been a hallmark of Rotary from its
earliest |
|
|
|
District 5240
| Zones 23 &
24
| Rotary International |
The Object of Rotary |
Members Only
Why Consider Membership? |
Contact Us | Make Up
Locations |
Home
|
