What does Rotary membership cost?
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Rotary membership involves an admission fee and annual dues, set by the board and confirmed at the organizational meeting. There is also an RI per-capita fee and a Rotary magazine subscription. The Rotary Foundation also offers optional voluntary opportunities for those who feel inspired to invest further in the Foundation's global mission.
When and where are meetings held?
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As Founding Charter Members, you will have a voice in deciding the meeting day, time, and venue that works best for everyone. The schedule will be set collectively by the founding members to ensure it works for the whole group. Guests are always welcome before committing.
Is 15 the maximum number of members?
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Not at all. Fifteen Founding Charter Members are required to activate the club and submit the charter, but the club will continue to grow and welcome new members for years and decades to come. The distinction is that only the founding members carry the permanent title of Founding Charter Member, with their names on the original charter document.
What is the attendance requirement?
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Members must attend or make up at least 50% of regular meetings each half-year and attend at least 30% in person. Make-up credit is earned by visiting other Rotary clubs worldwide, attending service projects, or participating in board meetings. The policy is structured but flexible.
Do I need to be a business owner?
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No. Rotary is open to adult persons of good character with a good professional or community reputation. Educators, healthcare providers, civic leaders, and community servants are all welcome. Each member holds a vocational classification reflecting their primary professional activity.
What is the vocational classification system?
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Each member holds a classification based on their principal profession, for example attorney, physician, real estate, education, or banking. This ensures the club represents a diverse cross-section of Pageland's community. Clubs generally limit any single classification to five members to maintain that diversity.
What is the Paul Harris Fellow program?
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The Paul Harris Fellow is a voluntary recognition awarded by The Rotary Foundation to individuals who feel inspired to contribute one thousand dollars to support the Foundation's global work. It is entirely optional and is honored whenever and however a member chooses to pursue it. There is no obligation or expectation. It is simply one of the ways some Rotarians choose to invest in the mission they believe in.
What is the Club Creation Team (CCT)?
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The CCT is Rotary International's official North American new-club support platform. It walks Founding Charter Members through the chartering process step by step, connects you directly with your District advisor Patrick Longano, tracks application progress, and manages official paperwork. It is the required channel for all new clubs in North America.
Is there a District 7770 assembly I should attend?
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Yes. The Rotary Assembly 2026 in Orlando, January 11 through 15, is the premier training event for District 7770 Rotarians. The club's president is expected to attend the Presidents-Elect Training Seminar as a condition of taking office. All Founding Charter Members are encouraged to connect with district events early.
What if I travel frequently?
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Members can attend any Rotary club meeting worldwide, and each visit counts as a valid make-up. With 46,000+ clubs in 200 countries, you are never far from a Rotary meeting. Extended international travel counts fully toward attendance requirements.