In Rotary, each club has committees. We do understand that most outsiders don’t understand the purpose of these committees. But as Rotarians, we often forget that we get so caught up in the weekly meeting agenda that we don’t always know what is going on in the committees in our own club. So, we’re going to begin showcasing some of these committees over the coming months. Our first Committee blog post is for everyone -- for outsiders to understand the purpose and a refresher and reminder for Rotarians.
Committee Role and Responsibilities
Service Above Self is Rotary’s principal motto, which means that every Rotarian is responsible for finding ways to improve the quality of life in his or her community and in those around the world through service.
The role of the committee is to lead the club’s service initiatives and to help develop and implement educational, humanitarian, and vocational service projects that benefit the local community and communities in other countries.
Develop committee goals to achieve club service project goals for the coming year.
- Conduct service projects that include needs assessments, planning, and evaluation.
- Identify opportunities for signature projects that will increase your club’s recognition in the community.
- Work with other organizations, volunteers, and committee members to maximize the impact of your projects.
- Lead efforts to raise funds for projects.
- Understand liability issues that affect your club projects and activities.
- Work with the club public relations committee to promote service projects.
- Reach out to clubs locally and internationally for partnership, fellowship, service, and volunteer activities.
Service provides an opportunity for networking and fellowship among club members. Involving all members in service projects helps keep members engaged and doing good in our communities and abroad.
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