Rotaract is a global movement of young leaders sponsored by Rotary International, dedicated to community service and professional development.
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Members of Rotary clubs, known as Rotarians, are part of a global network of volunteers committed to creating positive change in their communities and worldwide. Rotary clubs, in turn, are members of Rotary International.
Interact is a service club for youth ages 12-18 sponsored by Rotary International, promoting leadership skills and community service.
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About Rotary District 5030
Rotary District 5030, encompassing the Seattle metropolitan area and many surrounding communities in Washington state, is a vibrant and dynamic collective of Rotary clubs committed to service, fellowship, and creating positive, lasting change. The District is part of Rotary International, a global network of community leaders, friends, and neighbors who come together to create sustainable solutions to the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges. District 5030 fosters an environment that encourages its member clubs to strive for excellence in areas including community service, international service, and youth programs. Its dedicated Rotarians actively participate in a wide range of projects, from improving local educational and health outcomes to tackling global issues like poverty and disease. Their commitment to the guiding principle of "Service Above Self" resonates throughout all their endeavors, creating a meaningful impact that spans both local and global communities.
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Rotary Peace Building and Conflict Resolution Month
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Pacific Northwest PETS: Equipping Rotary Leaders with Proven Strategies for Membership Growth and Fundraising Success
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Introducing Stacie Thorlakson as Co-Chair of the District 5030 Public Image Committee
The District 5030 Public Image Committee is pleased to welcome Stacie Thorlakson as its new Co-Chair. Stacie will be working alongside Committee Chair Chris Nakea and fellow committee members to
Educating Rotarians on Pending Environmental Legislation
Educating Rotarians on Pending Environmental Legislation in Olympia The Rotary District 5030 Environmental Sustainability Committee encourages all Rotarians to stay informed about important environmental legislation. Below is a summary of
Rotary International Council on Legislation: Open Forums to Review & Discuss Pending Enactments
Council on Legislation Proposals We are in the midst of Rotary International’s Council on Legislation (COL) season. This once-every-three-years assembly considers enactments to Rotary’s Constitution, Bylaws and Manual of
Rotary Club of Seattle (Seattle #4) Finalist Presentations, Recipient of $75,000 Large Local Grant Announced
Rotary Club of Seattle (Seattle #4) one of the larger and more influential Rotary Clubs in the world, recently convened at The Rainier Club to hear from three remarkable finalists
Warm Hearts and Warm Hands – February Donation Drive
Join the Eastside Action Rotary Club Winter Donation Drive: Help Spread The Love this February! As the cold winds of winter are here, many in our community are struggling in
Duwamish River Restoration Project
Our dynamic Rotary District 5030 Environmental Sustainability Committee is very active this year and invites Rotarians to participate in a hands-on environmental project on Saturday, April 19, from 9 AM
Bloodworks Northwest is declaring a Code Red
Dear Members, Families and Friends, Our current community situation needs your help in the form of more blood donations. Thank you for those who have already donated in January: 39
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Frequently Asked Questions?
If you’re interested in joining a local Rotary club, you can start by submitting a Prospective Member Form. Rotary International staff will review your information and connect you with local Rotary club leaders. Alternatively, you can contact a local Rotary club directly using the Club Locator to find clubs near you.
Membership often begins with an invitation to attend one or more club meetings, where you can learn more about Rotary’s mission and activities. Club members or the membership committee may guide you through the process of joining and becoming part of the Rotary family.
Learn more about the benefits and responsibilities of Rotary membership.
Please note that each Rotary club has its own membership process, and participation is based on mutual alignment of goals and values.
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 weekly attendance or community project participation requirements
Live or work within the vicinity of the club or surrounding area
Members are expected to attend weekly club meetings. They must pay annual dues to their clubs, their Rotary district, and Rotary International, 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.
Clubs are encouraged to relax attendance expectations or not have them at all. Our research shows that rigid rules and policies are a barrier to attracting new members and engaging current ones. Further, it excludes younger professionals who have developing careers and young families. Attending meetings is an opportunity, not an obligation.
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.
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.
Yes. Interact is a Rotary-sponsored service club for those ages 12 to 18. Interact clubs give young people an opportunity to participate in fun, meaningful service projects while developing leadership skills and meeting new friends.
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Tiny Homes
In Seattle, Rotary members are building 400 square feet tiny houses to provide shelter and stability for the homeless.
Tiny Homes
In Seattle, Rotary members are building 400 square feet tiny houses to provide shelter and stability for the homeless.
Harvest Against Hunger Cucumber and Green Bean Glean
HAH and our friends at Food Bank Farm in Snohomish, WA have 35 spaces available for Rotarians
Harvest Against Hunger Cucumber and Green Bean Glean
HAH and our friends at Food Bank Farm in Snohomish, WA have 35 spaces available for Rotarians
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