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Rotary is:
The Association of Rotary Clubs
Throughout the world.
Rotarians are members of their clubs.
The Rotary Clubs are members
Of Rotary Internationalu
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:
First: The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for
service;
Second: High ethical standards in business and professions; the
recognition of worthiness of all useful occupations; and the
dignifying by each Rotarian of his/her occupation as an
opportunity to serve society;
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Third: The application of the ideal of service by every
Rotarian to his/her personal, business and community
life;

Fourth: The advancement of international

understanding, good will and peace through a world
fellowship of business and professional persons united in
the ideal of service.
= The free world is divided into territories within which a
group of clubs are associated. These territories are
known as Rotary Districts.
= There are 529 districts in the Rotary world ² in 166
countries and geographic territories.
= Our club is in District 5220 which is composed of 56
clubs ² with a total membership of over 2,600
Rotarians.

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= The first Rotary Club was organized in 1905 by Paul P.
Harris. This club met in rotation at the offices of the
members ² thus the name Rotary.

= There are now more than 32,176 Rotary Clubs with a

total Rotary membership of more than 1.2 million men
and women.
The mission of Rotary International is to assist and guide
Rotarians and Rotary Clubs to accomplish the objective of
Rotary.

The characteristic of Rotary International is a world fellowship

of business and professional persons united in Rotary Clubs, to
practice the application of the ideal of service, both individually
and collectively.
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° The world·s first service club, The Rotary Club of Chicago,
was formed on 23rd February, 1905 by Paul P. Harris, an
attorney who wishes to capture in a professional club. The
Rotary name was derived from the early practice of rotating
meetings among members offices.

° Rotary populating speed and within a decade, clubs were

chartered from San Francisco to New York to Winnipeg,
Canada. By 1921, Rotary clubs had been formed on six
continents.
G Rotary is organized at club, district and international levels. Rotarians
are members of their clubs and the clubs are member of the global
association known as Rotary International.
G Each club elects its own officers and enjoys autonomy within the
framework of standard constitution and bylaws of Rotary International.
ÿ Clubs are grouped into 529 Rotary districts
ÿ Each district led by a District Governor
ÿ Rotary international is administrated by 19-member Board of Directors.
ÿ 15 Districts constitutes a zone
ÿ The President of RI is the highest officer as Chief Administrator
G Currently the Rotary world consist of
ÿ 1,228,810 Rotary Members
ÿ 33,049 Rotary Clubs
ÿ 170,108 Rotaract members (young adults 18-30 years of age)
ÿ 7,396 Rotaract Clubs
ÿ 266,915 Interact Members (Secondary school students 14 -18 years
of age)
ÿ 11605 Interact Clubs
ÿ 14621 Rotary Community of Crops Members
ÿ 6357 Rotary Community Corps
 In 1932. Rtn. Herbert J. Taylor created the Four Way Test, a
code of ethics adopted by Rotary 11 years. It consist of
following questions:
1. Is it the truth?
2. Is it Fair to all concerned?
3. Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIP?

4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

  
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 =A standard or model or patron regarded as
typical

1. Depending on Constitution and Bye laws

2. Own Originated Norms and Customs
1. Election of Directors and officers
2. Board of Directors
3. Meetings
4. Fees ad Dues
5. Method of voting
6. Committees
7. Duties of Committees
8. Leave of Absence
9. Finances
10. Method of Electing Members
11. Resolutions
12. Order of Business
13. Amendments
Î Fellowship
Î Gust speakers
Î Celebration of birthdays
Î Family get together
Î Knowledge Enhancements
Î Study Tours
Î Business Promotions
Î Occasional help to Poor's
Î Joint Meeting with Other Clubs
Î Awarding and Certification
Î Club Magazine and Bulletins
Î Club Website Development
HOW DO YOU PROMOTE ROTARY? WHEN YOU DISCUSS
ROTARY WITH YOUR FRIENDS, NEIGHBORS, BUSINESS
ACQUAINTANCES OR PEOPLE YOU MEET AT WORK.

= Do you tell them about: ´Friendshipµ

= ² In an increasingly complex world, Rotary provides one of the most
basic human needs; the need for friends and fellowship. It is one of the
two reasons why Rotary began in 1905.

= Do you tell them about: ´Business Developmentµ ²

This is the second original reason for Rotary·s beginning. Everyone
needs to network with others. Rotary consists of a cross section of
every business in the community. It·s members come from all walks of
life. Rotarians help each other, and collectively help others.
= Do you tell them how Rotary has given you: ´Personal Growth and
Developmentµ ² Membership in Rotary continues one·s growth and
education in human relations and in personal development.

= Do you explain: ´Leadership Developmentµ ² Rotary is an organization

of leaders and successful people. Service in a Rotary position is like a
college education in leadership; learning how to motivate, influence and
lead leaders.

= How about: ´Citizenship in the Communityµ ² Membership in a

Rotary club makes one a better community citizen. The average Rotary
club consists of the most active citizens of any community.
= Or the importance of : ´Continuing Educationµ ² Each week at Rotary
there is a program designed to keep one informed as to what is going on
in the community, nation and in the world.

= Or maybe you·re a fun-loving person and you tell them about: ´Funµ ²
Rotary is fun, a lot of fun. Social activities are fun and the service is fun.

= Do you like the speaking circuit? Maybe you should tell them about
how Rotary will sharpen your: ´Speaking Skillsµ ² Many individuals
who join Rotary are afraid to speak in public. Rotary helps to develop
confidence and skills in public communication as well as providing
opportunities.
= Or, are you a world traveler and you tell them how Rotary makes you a :
´Citizen of the Worldµ ² Every Rotarian wears a pin that says ´Rotary
International.µ And every Rotarian is welcome ² even encouraged to
attend any of the 32,176 clubs in 166 countries. There are only a few
places on the globe which do not have a Rotary club. The result is
instant friendship, both in one·s own community and in the world.

= Or, tell them of the importance of : ´Assistance When Travelingµ ²

Because there are Rotary clubs everywhere, many Rotarian·s who have
needed a doctor, lawyer, hotel, dentist, advice, etc. while traveling, have
found help quickly through Rotary.
= §re you a party person, if so tell them about the: ´Entertainmentµ in Rotary ²
Every Rotary club and district has parties and activities which provide a
diversion in one·s business life. Rotary has conferences, conventions,
assemblies and institutes which provide entertainment in addition to Rotary
information, education and service.

= Rotary will certainly enhance your: ´Development of Social Skillsµ ² Every

week and at various events and functions, Rotary develops one·s personality,
social, and people skills. Rotary is for people who like people, or who want to
like people more.

= Better yet, Rotary is a: ´Family Programµ ² Rotary provides one of the world·s
largest youth exchange programs; high school and college clubs for future
Rotarians; spouse clubs and programs, and a host of activities designed to
assist family members in the growth and development of family values.
= Don·t forget to explain the importance of: ´Vocational Skillsµ ² Every
Rotarian is expected to take part in the growth and development of his
or her own profession or vocation; to serve on committees; and to teach
youth about one·s job or vocation. Rotary helps to make one a better
doctor, lawyer, teacher, etc. (or whatever one does for a living).

= Being a member gives you the opportunity to follow the 4-Way Test
through the: ´Development of Ethicsµ ² Rotarians practice a 4-Way
Test which governs one·s ethical standards. Rotarians are expected to be
ethical in business and personal relationships.
= Rotary certainly provides us with: ´Cultural §warenessµ ² §round the world, you will
find practically every religion, country, culture, race, creed, political persuasion,
language, color and ethnic identity found in Rotary. It is a cross section of the world·s
most prominent citizens from all backgrounds. Rotarians become aware of other
cultures and learn to love and work with people everywhere. They become better
citizens of their countries in the process.

= Don·t forget to tell them that Rotary is a: ´Prestigious Organizationµ ² Rotary

members are prominent people: business leaders and professionals in the arts,
government, sports, military, religion and all business disciplines. §mong the most
prestigious service clubs, Rotary is the oldest service club in the world. In it·s ranks are
executives, managers and professional people, who make decisions and influence policy.
Not everyone is invited to join Rotary.
= §nd better yet, Rotarians are simply: ´Nice Peopleµ ²
Rotarians, above all, are nice people. Some of the nicest
people on the face of the earth. They are important people
who adhere to the policy that, while it is nice to be
important, it is more important to be nice.

= There is no: ´Official Creedµ ² Rotary has no secret

handshake, no secret policy, no official creed, no secret
meetings or rituals. It is an open society of men and women
who simply believe in helping others.
= §bove all, we have the: ´Opportunity to Serveµ ² Rotary is a
service club. Its business is mankind, its product is service.
Rotarians provide community service to both the local and
international communities. This is the best reason for
becoming a Rotarian - the chance to do something for
somebody else. Then also, the sense of self-fulfillment in the
process and the returns to one·s own life. Rotarians believe in
service above self - it is richly rewarding.

= ´HE PRO ITS MOST WHO SERVES THE BEST.µ

= Group Study Exchange Program started in 1965 and has
provided educational experiences for over 30,000 business
and professional men and women.

= 3-H Program ² Health, Hunger and Humanity Grants. 3 ²

H Program was designed to undertake large scale service
projects beyond the capacity of individual Rotary Clubs.

= Polio Plus Program ² A program to eradicate polio from the

world by the year 2005. Rotary is now raising $80 million
to fund the project.
= Matching Grants ² Grant to assist clubs and districts in
conducting international projects.

= Disaster Relief Program ² When tragedy strikes in some area

of the world, this program assists the suffering and hopeless
victims.

= Youth Exchange ² One of the most popular programs to

promote international understanding and develop lifelong
friendships.

= Rotary clubs sponsor a Speech Contest for High Schools,

Middle Schools, and for the District Speech Contest.
= Rotary Peace Programs ² A special program to promote
greater understanding and peace in the world.

= Ambassadorial Scholarships ² This program is

the world·s largest privately funded international scholarship
program. The program provides funds for scholars to study
in another country.

= The Permanent Fund ² The Permanent Fund goal is to raise

one billion dollars and use only the earnings for programs of
Rotary.
= Club Service
â Those things that a Rotarian does to help make the running of
his/her Rotary Club successful.

= Mocational Service
â The promoting of the ¶Ideal of Service· throughout the business
and professional world.
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= Community Service
â Urges every Rotarian to participate in all activities which make
his/her community a better place in which to live.

= International Service
â Encourage and foster the advancement of understanding and
good will among peoples of the world
= The Privilege of Friendship with Leaders
â in our community
â In neighboring cities
â In all parts of the world

= The privilege of Giving Service to your community

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= Participation
â To be a Rotarian you must give of your:
time, treasures and talents.
² In community
² In social functions
² In Club and District activities
 There are two types of memberships in a Rotary Club
= Active
= Honorary
= Classifications for membership have not changed except:
â If there are 50 members or less in the Club, there may be up to 5
vocations in the same classification.
â If there are more than 50 Club members, there may be up to 10% of
the active membership in the same classification.
 Remember, no organization is greater
than it·s individual members.
You are Rotary

= Participate for Friendship

= Participate for Service
= Participate for Fellowship
= Participate for Knowledge
= Participate for International Understanding
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