Membership

You make Rotary stronger. By adding your skills, experience, and enthusiasm to your club, you can advance communities at home and on a global scale. Together, we can eradicate polio, train more skilled peacemakers, and provide lasting solutions for communities fighting disease, hunger, illiteracy, and poverty.

Through the Rotary community, you can exchange ideas and build lifelong friendships with like-minded people. Take advantage of the resources and activities available through your club, district, and Rotary International to make your experience with Rotary both rewarding and fun.

Thank you for your interest in joining our club and the Rotary fraternity! Before you can become a member, we want to get to know you better and you also have to fulfil some criteria which determine your eligibility for membership.

Here are some things to know about membership in our club:

Membership is by invitation and NOT application. This means that, before you become a member we want to get to know you and whether you will ‘fit’ into our fraternity and whether ‘we like you’, so to speak. Only then will we extend an invitation to you for membership. Therefore, you will have to tell us more about you, then you will attend some of our meetings on a regular basis, visit our current projects and you will require a current member to propose you.

If you are interested in joining us or any other Rotary Club kindly contact and have a conversation with our President or Membership Director or send us a message on the Contact page

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Qualifications for Membership?

Prospective members must:

Hold (or be retired from) a professional, proprietary, executive, managerial, or community position
Have demonstrated a commitment to service through personal involvement
Be able to meet the club’s attendance or community project participation requirements
Live or work within the vicinity of the club or surrounding area

What are the responsibilities of Membership?

Members are expected to attend weekly club meetings. They must pay annual dues to their clubs (which also covers Rotary district and Rotary International affiliation fees), and they’re expected to participate in local or international Rotary club activities or projects. Clubs encourage members to aspire to club leadership or committee roles.

What are the attendance requirements?

A member must attend or make up at least 50% of club regular meetings or satellite club meetings, or engage in club projects, other events and activities for at least 12 hours in each half of the year, or a proportionate combination of both.

In Rotary, a "makeup" refers to a way for members to fulfill their attendance requirements for a missed club meeting by participating in an alternative Rotary-related activity. This could involve attending a meeting of another Rotary club, a Rotaract or Interact meeting, a Rotary Community Corps meeting, or even participating in an online Rotary event. Essentially, it's a way to stay engaged and connected with Rotary even when you can't attend your regular club meeting.

What is the minimum age to join Rotary?

There is no minimum age to join Rotary. You may be invited to join at any age after you become established in a career and have the time and financial resources to meet all Rotary club membership requirements. If you’re interested in joining a Rotary club, ask members about the time and financial commitments necessary to fulfill membership requirements, and consider whether you can make those commitments.

Are college students eligible for membership?

No. Rotarians have achieved a level of career experience that enables them to bring a specialization to their club, and students haven’t yet reached a level in their professional and personal lives that allows them to fulfill all aspects of Rotary club membership. But undergraduate and graduate students, as well as young adults, may become members of Rotaract clubs

What are the benefits of Rotary membership?

Rotary membership offers a wide array of benefits, including opportunities for friendship, leadership development, and community involvement. Members gain access to a global network of professionals, participate in impactful service projects, and enhance their personal and professional skills.

Personal and Professional Development

Leadership Development: Rotary provides structured opportunities to develop and refine leadership skills through club meetings, projects, and events.
Public Speaking: Regular engagement in club activities, including presenting at meetings, helps members improve their public speaking abilities.
Professional Networking: Rotary connects members with a diverse group of professionals, fostering valuable business and career connections.
Continuing Education: Rotary offers a variety of learning opportunities, including guest speakers, workshops, and access to online resources.
Skills Enhancement: Members can develop skills in areas like project management, event planning, and communication through their involvement in Rotary.

Community Engagement and Service:

Service Projects: Rotary clubs undertake numerous service projects locally and internationally, allowing members to contribute to their communities and make a positive impact.
Community Involvement: Membership encourages active participation in community affairs and promotes a sense of civic responsibility.
Global Awareness: Rotary fosters international understanding and collaboration through its global network and focus on global issues like polio eradication.

Social and Fellowship Opportunities:

Friendship and Fellowship: Rotary provides a welcoming environment for building friendships and fostering a sense of community among members.
Social Activities: Rotary clubs organize various social events, parties, and recreational activities, providing opportunities for fun and relaxation.
Travel Opportunities: Membership opens doors to connect with fellow Rotarians and experience different cultures through travel and exchange programs.