Object of Rotary
The Object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a
basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the
recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying
of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's
personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and
peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united
in the ideal of service. |
 Rotary was founded on 23
February 1905 by Paul Harris (second from left) and three businessmen.
Today, polio eradication is the top priority for the 1.2 million men
and women who belong to Rotary clubs worldwide. |
