Becoming a Member

Attend a meeting

• Don’t worry about not knowing anyone – we’ll cover nametags and make sure you have someone to talk to

• Attend three meetings or club events (breakfast is on us!) to see whether you feel the group is a good fit.

• We’ll get you information about what our club has to offer – our service projects and get-togethers

Thinking about joining?

• Let the sergeant at arms (or really, anyone) in the club know and they’ll connect you with the membership chair

• You’ll meet with the membership chair (coffee, lunch or virtually) to talk about whether Rotary would be a good fit for you – you’ll learn about Rotary on an international level, as well as club projects, responsibilities, benefits, and costs

• Fill out our one-page application, telling us about yourself and what you’d bring from our club (and what you hope to gain from it). Give your application to the membership chair

The approval process

• The membership chair will submit your application to the club and the board

• The club has the opportunity to voice any opinions or recommendations to the board

• The board votes on your application

• We’ll order you a name badge and prepare for your induction

Induction

• Assuming you’re approved, you’ll be inducted at a meeting

• Your family is welcome to attend!

• You will be given a new member packet, including

  • A name badge (no more name tag residue for you!)

  • A Rotary pin

  • A window cling for your office or car

  • A membership packet

  • Information about our club and Rotary

  • A new member data form

• We work hard to make sure you feel welcome and engaged in the club (officially for 6 months, unofficially forever)

• Get to know other members, the resources on the club website, and attend some volunteer and social events

• Find a project or cause you are passionate about and get involved