What is the difference between Rotary International and Rotary Foundation?
The Rotary Foundation is organized as a public charity operated exclusively for charitable purposes and governed by a Board of Trustees. The operations of Rotary International, a member organization, are overseen by its Board of Directors.
How do you become a Rotary Benefactor?
HOW TO BECOME A SUSTAINING MEMBER. You may use form 957-EN or ask any of the Rotary Foundation Committee or your Assistant Governor for assistance. Forms should be mailed to the US or Canadian address listed under donations to the Rotary Foundation, set out on the donations page.
Who founded the Rotary Foundation?
Arch C. Klumph
Rotary Foundation/Founders
Where does Rotary Foundation money go?
Through the SHARE system, contributions to The Rotary Foundation are transformed into grants that fund local and international humanitarian projects, scholarships, and activities, such as vocational training teams.
Who is the founder of the Rotary Foundation?
Read more about Paul Harris. Continuing the legacy of our founder, the Paul Harris Fellow program recognizes individuals who contribute, or who have contributions made in their name, of $1,000 to The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International.
Who are the major donors to Rotary International?
Individual recognition 1 Rotary Foundation Sustaining Member. When you give $100 or more per year to the Annual Fund. 2 Benefactor. 3 Paul Harris Fellow. 4 Multiple Paul Harris Fellow. 5 Paul Harris Society member. 6 Bequest Society. 7 Major Donor. 8 Arch Klumph Society. 9 Legacy Society.
How does the Rotary Club Honor new members?
Rotary districts often honor new members of the Paul Harris Society by presenting them with a certificate and chevron at a district or club event. I participate in the Paul Harris Society because I care.
Where are the headquarters of the Rotary International?
The operations of Rotary International, a member organization, are overseen by its Board of Directors. The headquarters of Rotary International and The Rotary Foundation are in Evanston, Illinois, USA. We have associate foundations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Germany, India, Japan, and the United Kingdom.
