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What is Rotary?
Rotary is an international membership organization made up of diverse groups of people who share a passion for and commitment to enhancing communities and improving lives across the world. Rotary clubs exist in almost every country. Being a member is an opportunity to take action and make a difference.
How Did We Get Here?
We’ve been making history and bringing our world closer together for more than 100 years. The first Rotary club was started in Chicago, Illinois, in 1905 by an attorney named Paul Harris. Harris wanted to bring together a group of professionals with different backgrounds and skills as a way to exchange ideas and form meaningful acquaintances. In August 1910, there were 16 Rotary clubs in the United States and by 1912 Rotary started to expand internationally. By July 1925, Rotary clubs existed on six continents. Today, there are more than 35,000 clubs, in almost every country in the world.
Although Rotary clubs develop autonomous service programs, all Rotarians worldwide are united in a campaign for the global eradication of polio. Through the PolioPlus program, Rotarians have contributed more than $2.1 billion to date and provided an army of volunteers to promote and assist at national immunization days in polio-endemic countries around the world.
Find out more about Rotary by visiting the Rotary International website.
The Four-Way Test
The Four-Way Test is a nonpartisan and nonsectarian ethical guide for Rotarians to use for their personal and professional relationships. The test has been translated into more than 100 languages, and Rotarians recite it at club meetings:
Of the things we think, say or do
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Is it the TRUTH?
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Is it FAIR to all concerned?
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Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
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Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
WE CONNECT PEOPLE
Rotary unites more than a million people
Through Rotary clubs, people from all continents and cultures come together to exchange ideas, and form friendships and professional connections while making a difference in their backyards and around the world.
WE TRANSFORM COMMUNITIES
We take action locally and globally
Each day, our members pour their passion, integrity, and intelligence into completing projects that have a lasting impact. We persevere until we deliver real, lasting solutions.
WE SOLVE PROBLEMS
No challenge is too big for us
For more than 110 years, we’ve bridged cultures and connected continents to champion peace, fight illiteracy and poverty, promote clean water and sanitation, and fight disease.
Connect In Calgary
Embark on an exhilarating journey of connection and inspiration at the 2025 Rotary International Convention in Calgary! Engage in riveting discussions, learn from distinguished speakers, and explore enlightening breakout sessions against the backdrop of Calgary’s picturesque beauty nestled amid the Canadian Rockies.
Fueled by friendship and a spirit of collaboration, exchange best practices, ignite innovative projects, and form lifelong connections with fellow changemakers from around the world.
Take part in this transformative, one-of-a-kind event and experience the Magic All Around at the 2025 Rotary International Convention in Calgary, Canada 21-25 June 2025.
Happy Mother’s Day from Rotary District 5300
Today, we pause to honor the extraordinary strength, compassion, and resilience of mothers everywhere—especially those within our Rotary family who so selflessly nurture both their own families and the communities we serve.
As Rotarians, we are inspired by the countless ways in which mothers lead with love: mentoring future generations, championing service projects, and embodying the ideals of Service Above Self.
This commitment is reflected in Rotary’s work around the globe—particularly in our efforts to improve maternal and child health, one of Rotary’s key Areas of Focus. Whether by increasing access to prenatal care, supporting nutrition initiatives, or strengthening health education, we are proud to stand with mothers to build healthier, more sustainable futures.
On this special day, we extend our deepest gratitude to the mothers who give so much of themselves so that others may thrive. May your day be filled with peace, love, and the recognition you so richly deserve. ... See MoreSee Less
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and Rotary is taking action.
Mental health affects us all—our families, our friends, our communities. That’s why Rotary International is shining a light on mental health this May, encouraging open conversations, reducing stigma, and supporting well-being around the world.
Rotary clubs are uniquely positioned to make a difference. From hosting mental health workshops to partnering with local organizations, Rotarians are addressing mental health challenges head-on. Learn more about how Rotary is creating hope in the world through mental health initiatives ⬇️
Let’s be part of the solution—because mental health is health.
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⚽ SOCCER FEVER MEETS COMMUNITY SPIRIT! ⚽
Hey Antelope Valley soccer fans! Did you know that watching live soccer burns more calories than most other spectator sports? It's true - all that jumping, cheering, and nail-biting tension is a workout!
Get your heart pumping while supporting two great causes - our local AV Alta FC team AND the Rotary Club of the Antelope Valley's community projects!
🌮 Enjoy game-day snacks (calories don't count at soccer games!)
Every ticket purchased through our link helps fund scholarships, youth programs, and food drives that keep our community strong!
Grab your tickets, bring your loudest cheering voice, and let's make some noise:
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⚽ Tag the soccer fanatics in your life!
05/03 FC Naples at AV ALA FC
05/10 Texoma FC at AV ALTA FC
05/24 Charlotte Independence SC at AV ALTA FC
05/31 Oakland Roots SC at AV ALTA FC
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Get ready for an unforgettable night — Taste of Claremont is TONIGHT, rain or shine!
Join us for an evening filled with delicious food, fine wines, craft beers, live music, and community spirit — all supporting the incredible work of the Rotary Club of Claremont!
Sample flavors from Claremont’s best restaurants, sip on premium beverages, and enjoy a lively atmosphere, all while giving back to local and international causes.
It’s not too late to join the fun!
Learn more at TasteofClaremont.com
Eat, drink, and make a difference — rain or shine!
#TasteOfClaremont #RotaryClubOfClaremont #Fundraiser #ClaremontEvent
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Who We Are Join Rotary Club of Claremont and the Claremont community as we gather for the 24th annual Taste of Claremont – Rotary’s pinnacle fundraising event. Enjoy Claremont’s finest cuisine, ...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Come get your chili fix! 🌶️
The Industry Hills Rotary Club is hosting our
The annual CHILI COOK-OFF is tomorrow night (April 26th) from 6-9pm
@ Delhaven Community Center in La Puente.
$25 gets you in the door with voting tickets to crown the chili champion!
Bring the whole family - we've got a kids' play area, vendors, raffles, door prizes, and even a coffee bar for those who need to cool down their taste buds!
Grab your friends and come support a great cause while eating some seriously delicious chili!
Questions or want to register? Call 626-917-9789
15135 Fairgrove Ave, La Puente CA 91744
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“🌍💉 Today kicks off #WorldImmunizationWeek! Join @Rotary in the fight to #EndPolio. Vaccines save lives, and together, we’re closer than ever to a polio-free world. Spread the word, support the cause, and let’s make history! #Rotary #PolioEradication”
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World Immunization Week: Protecting children through lifesaving vaccines
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Travel the world at Summerlin Rotary’s online auction - lnkd.in/exEn5mcr – from an African safari to glamour camping in the Grand Canyon to Costa Rica to Napa Valley and Italy. A dozen luxury trips to check out.
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For those who knew Gordie, a Glendora Rotarian, as well as an esteemed presence within the high school music band community, Glendora Citizens of the Year and life member, and quite the character when he would lead the Sergeant-at-Arms at any district conference (his legacy lives on, as this past weekend the Sergeant-at-Arms were dressed up with Disney ears). Gordie passed away in February. ... See MoreSee Less
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www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1075270817968106&set=a.623489503146242&type=3&mibextid=wwXIfr📅 On 12 April 1955, history was made when Dr. Jonas Salk announced the successful testing of his experimental polio vaccine. That same day, the vaccine would be licensed, and we know it today as the inactivated polio vaccine (IPV).
In 1955, more than 10 million children received one or more injections of the Salk vaccine. Within one year, polio cases and deaths in the US had been nearly halved, a trend that continued and made a vision of polio-free world a possibility.
Learn more about this remarkable achievement from someone who was there for Jonas Salk's historic achievement, Dr. Peter L. Salk: endpol.io/3G1OWjF ... See MoreSee Less
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