Rotary  is an association of individual clubs, with each club operating autonomously.
Membership is extremely important to us, and we are always eager to hear from
individuals interested in our mission and in joining a Rotary club. The Rotary
International universal premise is that the membership of each club constitutes an
accurate representation of the business and professional population within the
community served.

Membership in a Rotary club requires available business or professional classification
opportunities as well as an invitation and sponsorship by a member of the club.
Sometimes an individual cannot be invited or sponsored for membership.

Rotarians are business and professional leaders who take an active role in their
communities while greatly enriching their personal and professional lives. A Rotary club
contains a diverse group of professional leaders from the community that the club  
serves.

Membership in a Rotary club offers a number of benefits, including:
•  effecting change within the community

•  advancing business and professional contacts

•  developing leadership skills

•  gaining an understanding of — and having an impact on — international humanitarian
issues

Through Rotary International's service programs, a Rotary club can have a significant
effect on the quality of life in its community. Rotary Foundation programs offer
opportunities to form international partnerships that help people in need worldwide.
Some 1.2  million Rotarians in 32,000 clubs in more than 168 countries make significant
contributions to the quality of life at home and around the globe.

To find out more about Rotary's rich history and the organization's mission and
structure, contact a Rotarian directly or  visit our  Contact page.

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