Rotary International
Also known as RI, R.I.
international non-profit service organization
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Rotary International is a worldwide network of volunteer clubs where members work together on community service projects and professional development. The organization matters because it brings people from different backgrounds and countries together to address local and global problems through charitable work and humanitarian initiatives.
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Map of the presence of Rotary International
Rotary International is a global service organization, headquartered in Evanston, Illinois, that is one of the largest NGOs in the world. The self-declared mission of Rotary, as stated on its website, is to "provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through [the] fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders". It is a non-political and non-religious organization. Membership is by application or invitation and based on various social factors. As of 2026, there are over 45,000 member clubs worldwide, with a membership of 1.2 million individuals, known as Rotarians.