Membership

MEMBER BENEFITS

Friendship. In an increasingly complex world, Rotary provides one of our basic needs: the need for friendship. It is one of the two reasons Rotary was founded in 1905.

Business Development. The second reason for Rotary's origination was business development. Everyone needs to network. Rotary consists of a cross section of the business community, from all walks of life. Rotarians seek to help each other and collectively help others.

The Opportunity to Serve. Rotary is a service Club. Its motto is "Service Above Self". Rotarians provide community service locally and internationally. This is perhaps the best reason for becoming a Rotarian: the chance to do something for somebody else and to experience the self-fulfilment that comes from the process. It is a richly rewarding activity.

The Development of Ethics. Rotarians practise a "Four Way Test", a test that governs our ethical standards. Rotarians are expected to be ethical in business and personal relationships.

Personal Growth and Development. Membership of Rotary continues to provide opportunities for growth and education in human relations and personal development.

Fellowship. Every Rotary Club and District has fellowship activities that provide a diversion from business life. Conferences, conventions and assemblies also provide good entertainment in addition to information, education and service.

Continuing Education. Each week at Rotary there is a program designed to keep members informed about community, national and world events. Guest Speakers and timely topics are presented and discussed.

The People. Rotary is fun; the people make it an enjoyable experience!

The Absence of an Official Creed. Rotary does not have a secret handshake, or any secret policies or rituals. It is an open society of men and women who believe in helping others.