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Larry Lunsford
Rotaract is a global movement of young leaders sponsored by Rotary International, dedicated to community service and professional development.
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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Why The Rotary Foundation Matters to Me
I want to tell you about a woman who has been a member of District 5030 for more than twenty years. Long before Rotary became part of her life, she
The Power of Opening a Door
September is Rotary’s Basic Education and Literacy Month, and it gives us an opportunity to think about something we sometimes take for granted: the extraordinary power of being able to
September: Your Rotary Classroom Is Open
September is Basic Education and Literacy Month, making it the perfect time for a little Public Image learning. Public Image is always evolving. New tools, new resources and new ways
REGISTER NOW for 2027 RI CONVENTION in BARCELONA!
Enjoy special discount if you register September 17-21!
Registration Is Open for District 5030 Conference – Save Today
2027 Rotary District 5030 Conference | April 15–18 Join fellow Rotarians for four days of fellowship, fresh ideas, local flavor, and a mini-vacation with purpose in beautiful Walla Walla. Last
Rotary Club of West Seattle Believes in Music4Life
The Rotary Club of West Seattle received 79 instrument donations and 1 cash donation ($20) in connection with the August 8, 2026 community donation day to benefit Music4Life, held at
Duvall Rotary to Host Picnic for Peace
As people around the world recognize the International Day of Peace, the Duvall community will mark the occasion close to home with a Picnic for Peace, a free, family-friendly gathering
Rotary Club of South King County Officially Charters
On a beautiful summer evening on July 23, 2026, the Rotary Club of South King County officially received its charter during a celebration banquet at Anchovies & Salt in Renton,
SeaTac-Tukwila continues the tradition at Back to School Fair
The Rotary Club of SeaTac-Tukwila continued a favorite club tradition this summer, grilling hot dogs for local students and families at the 2026 SeaTac Back-to-School Resource Fair. Our club’s connection
Food4 Kids Shoreline Rotary partners with Shoreline Community Church
For the past six years, Shoreline Community Church has been helping address food insecurity among students at Ridgecrest Elementary through the Food4Kids program. This school year, Shoreline Rotary is joining
Community Partners: Building a Stronger Shoreline Together
Rotary has always understood that we can accomplish more when we work together. Community Service is about improving the quality of life for the people who live in our community—and
Zambia Education Project
This past May 2026, BERC members Meghan Pochert, Wendi Fisher, Tim Leahy, Colleen Barrett and Curtis Cummings all traveled halfway around the world to Zambia for an education based service
Global Grant, Technology for Teachers – 2026-27
Last fall, University Sunrise Rotary announced its third project, in partnership with local NGO Technology and Information for All (TINFA), to bring computer equipment and training to teachers in underserved
Remembering Steve Swank
Steve Swank, a 32-year member of the Rotary Club of Des Moines & Normandy Park and a remarkable human being, leaves a long legacy of service that reaches across the
Bloodworks NW
Something BIG Is Returning. Give Blood. Show Your Team Pride. This year, Bloodworks Northwest is once again proud to participate in the return of the We Give Blood drive with Abbott and the Big
Join Us for an Evening of Celebration, Fellowship, and Lasting Impact
One of the greatest privileges of serving as your District Governor is seeing firsthand the incredible difference Rotarians make every single day. Whether it’s providing clean water, supporting students, fighting
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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.
Use the Club Locator to search by city or district number.
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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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