Why Join Rotary?
There are
many benefits of joining Rotary - here are just a few!
Professional Networking - A founding
principle of Rotary was to meet periodically to enjoy camaraderie
and enlarge one's circle of business and professional acquaintances.
As the oldest service club in the world, Rotary club members represent
a cross-section of the community's owners, executives, managers,
political leaders, and professionals - people who make decisions
and influence policy.
Service Opportunities - Club members have many
opportunities for humanitarian service, both locally and internationally.
Service programs address such concerns as health care, hunger, poverty,
illiteracy, and the environment. Rotarians experience the fulfillment
that comes from giving back to the community.
International Awareness - With more than 31,000
Rotary clubs in over 160 countries, Rotarians gain an understanding
of humanitarian issues through international service projects and
exchange programs. One of Rotary's highest objectives is to build
goodwill and peace throughout the world.
Friendship - Rotary was founded on fellowship,
an ideal that remains a major attraction of membership today. Club
members enjoy the camaraderie with like-minded professionals,
and club projects offer additional opportunities to develop enduring
friendships. Rotary club members who travel have friendly contacts
in almost every city in the world.
Good Citizenship - Weekly Rotary club programs
keep members informed about what is taking place in the community,
nation, and world and motivated to make a difference.
Family Foundations - Rotary sponsors some of
the world's largest youth exchange, educational exchange, and scholarship
programs. Rotary clubs provide innovative training opportunities
and mentoring for young leaders and involve family members in a
wide range of social and service activities.
Entertainment - Social activities give Rotarians
a chance to let loose and have fun. Every Rotary club and district
hosts parties and activities that offer diversions from today's
demanding professional and personal schedules. Conferences, conventions,
assemblies, and social events provide entertainment as well as Rotary
information, education, and service.
Ethical Environment - Encouraging high ethical
standards in one's profession and respect for all worthy vocations
has been a hallmark of Rotary from its earliest days. In their business
and professional lives, Rotarians abide by The Four-Way
Test of the things we think, say or do:
1) Is it the TRUTH?
2) Is it FAIR to all concerned?
3) Will it BUILD GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
4) Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
Leadership Development - Rotary is an organization
of successful professionals.
Team building, fundraising, public speaking, planning, organization,
and communication are just a sampling of the leadership skills that
club members can exercise and enhance. Being a Rotary leader provides
further experience in learning how to motivate, inspire, and guide
others.
Diversity in Membership - Rotary's classification
system ensures that a club's membership represents a variety of
the community's professional men and women, including leaders in
business, industry, the arts, government, sports, the military,
and religion. Rotary clubs are nonpolitical, nonreligious, and open
to all cultures, races, and creeds.
For additional information or to join Rotary
please contact the Membership Chair
Ron Green at (909) 336-5052 or
eMail Ron at: RarelyRong@aol.com
