Rotary International is an association of Rotary clubs world- wide.  It is made up of more than 32,000 Rotary clubs in over 200 countries and geographical areas.  The members of these autononmous clubs are called Rotarians, and they form a global network of 1.2 million business and professional leaders, all volunteering their time and talents to serve their communities and world.

How do I become a member of  Rotary?                     Individuals who wish to become members of a Rotary Club must be sponsored or proposed for membership into the club.  A prospective member should be invited by a Rotarian as a guest three times, being introduced to the membership each time.  This will allow time for the prospective member to see what Rotary is all about and hopefully answer any questions they might have about the Rotary Club.  The prospective member would then be asked to fill out a membership application form and request membership in to the Rotary Club.      

Prospective members must:

    1.  Hold (or be retired from) a professional, proprietary,        executive, managerial, or community position.

     2.  Have demonstrated a commitment to service through        personal involvement.

     3.  Meet the club's weekly attendance or community project       participation requirements.

     4.  Live or work within the vicinity of the club or surrounding      area.

What are the responsibilities of Rotary members?

 Members are expected to attend weekly club meetings.  They must pay annual dues to their club (see question below), and they are expected to participate in local or international Rotary club activities and projects.  Clubs encourage members to aspire to club leadership or committee roles.

What are the attendance requirements?

 An attendance record of 50 percent is required to remain an active Rotarian.  Any missed meeting must be made up within 14 days before or after the regular meeting. 

 Pictured Left: Rotary 25 Year Service Awards Recepients

Don Clark, Wil Bradley, Mike Davis, Jim Kueny, Brain Esther 

How much are the dues for the Lebanon Rotary Club?

Dues are paid every six months in January and July.  The dues are $240 every six months which includes $60 dues and $180 for meals.  Members are required to pay for each of their meals even though they may not be able to attend all meetings.  Members are also required to pay $30 in January for Pancake Day tickets and given the option to pay a $100 sustaining membership donation that goes directly into the Rotary Foundation in July.