General Information

GENERAL INFORMATION

Thank you for your interest in the Rotary Club of Charlotte.  Rotary is an international organization, with a powerful local presence.  It consists of people of significance, united (i) to provide opportunities for dialogue, networking, and service, (ii) to encourage high ethical standards, and (iii) to help build goodwill and peace in our community and in the world.  With over 34,000 Clubs in 200 countries, Rotary’s membership exceeds 1.4 million, with approximately 220 of those in Charlotte Rotary.

Charlotte Rotary Meetings are:

      • Tuesdays at the Fairfield Inn & Suites (201 S. McDowell Street) with a Zoom option.
      • Lunch and fellowship/networking are 12:00 Noon – 1:30 PM   (program begins at approx. 12:35)
      • Guest’s costs are $25.00 for the meal.
      • Recordings of our past programs can be found here: https://vimeo.com/user2473315

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who are Rotarians and how do you become one?

Charlotte Rotarians are leaders in their fields.  They are curious, committed to constructive relationships, and driven to assure the vibrancy and progress of our community.

Prerequisites for becoming a Charlotte Rotarian are a visit with us and a sponsor for you, both of which can be arranged.  Contact any Charlotte Rotarian and we’ll take it from there.

What about attendance?

Involvement and engagement benefit you — We encourage members to attend regularly (if not weekly) — Charlotte Rotary provides networking, dialogue, and programming opportunities.  Members are typically disappointed when they can’t attend.  We also hope our members stay connected with Rotary through visiting other Rotary Clubs and access to our videos.

What costs are involved?

Individuals:

There is a one-time admission fee of $250 for individuals.  Members are billed $430 quarterly.  Includes weekly meals.  More information is provided upon request.

Non-Profit (501c3) – Maximum of 5 members allowed:

There is a one-time admission fee of $250.  Non-Profits are billed $455 quarterly.

    • Includes one meal per week (additional members are charged for lunch as attended)
    • Includes Rotary Foundation donation of $25.00 per quarter.
    • More information provided upon request.

Corporate Level – Maximum of 5 members allowed:

There is a one-time admission fee of $500.  Corporations are billed $850 quarterly.

    • Includes one meal per week (additional members will charge for lunch as attended)
    • Includes Rotary Foundation donation of $125.00 per quarter.
    • More information provided upon request.

 

This is a great investment, yielding multiples in return, through networking with other Charlotte leaders, informative and stimulating programs, and philanthropic service projects (local as well as global). We encourage you to come to see for yourself.