OUR STRUCTURE
Rotary is made up of three parts: at the heart of Rotary are our clubs, that are supported by Rotary International and The Rotary Foundation.
Rotary Clubs bring together dedicated individuals to exchange ideas, build relationships, and take action.
Rotary International supports Rotary clubs worldwide by coordinating global programs, campaigns, and initiatives.
The Rotary Foundation uses generous donations to fund projects by Rotarians and our partners in communities around the world. As a nonprofit, all of the Foundation’s funding comes from voluntary contributions made by Rotarians and friends who share our vision of a better world.
Together, Rotary clubs, Rotary International, and The Rotary Foundation work to make lasting improvements in our communities and around the world.
OUR PARTNERS
When Rotary partners with other organizations, we multiply the impact made by either group on their own. We call this “the Rotary effect.” From local food banks to global humanitarian organizations, we work with a wide variety of partners, including:
- Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Global FoodBanking Network
- ShelterBox
- UNESCO-IHE
- UNICEF
- United Nations
- World Health Organization
Looking to partner with a local club, or even the global organization? visit My Rotary to learn more about becoming a Rotary partner.
OUR LEADERSHIP
What does it take to be a leader with Rotary? Integrity, expertise, and a commitment to service—all the qualities that make Rotary members extraordinary. We look for these qualities in all our leadership positions, including our elected President and Board of Directors, who lead Rotary International, our appointed Trustee Chair and Board of Trustees, who run The Rotary Foundation, and our General Secretary and executive staff, who provide long-term oversight of the organization. Members of each Rotary club elect their own leadership.
WHY ROTARY?
Globally Minded
Rotary clubs are made up of volunteers who are involved in community service, emphasize high ethical standards, and work toward peace and understanding in the world. Over 1.3 million Rotarians in more than 32,000 clubs create the extensive network that provides support for Youth Exchange.
A Commitment to Youth
Rotary maintains a strong connection to youth and young adults. Rotary clubs sponsor youth service clubs such as Interact, Rotaract, RYPEN and RYLA and offer career development and mentoring programs. Rotary is committed to creating and maintaining the safest possible environment for all participants in its programs, including Youth Exchange.
Low Costs
Rotary club volunteers administer programs at the local level, which helps keep costs low for students and their families. These volunteers often offer years of experience with students, host families, and fellow Rotarians who are involved in the program.
DISTRICT 9510
District 9510 embraces most of South Australia, portions of New South Wales, the Victorian Sunraysia area including Robinvale-Euston and half of the Northern Territory. It covers 1,800,000 square kilometres and stretches from the Southern Ocean, Kangaroo Island and Adelaide in the south to beyond Alice Springs in the north, extending to the Western Australia/South Australia border in the west.
District 9510 areas have a population of approximately 1.7 million. Currently there are approximately 2250 Rotarians in 93 Clubs. Most of the population live in a narrow coastal belt including near the Capital city, Adelaide (population 1.3 million). The economy of South Australia is centred on industry, commerce, sheep, wheat, cattle, wine, fruit, fishing and tourism. The southern half of the Northern Territory relies on tourism and cattle. Victoria and New South Wales have varied industries including agriculture, horticulture, mining and tourism. Visit rotary9510.org to find your nearest Rotary club.