Start a new club

Welcome to the Membership Page

New Member Recruitment

Strengthen your club

How to Propose a New Member

Connect with prospective members

Organisational (Corporate) Membership

Why we are here

The purpose of a Rotary Club

10 Characteristics of a good volunteer

What makes an effective Rotarian?

Members are the foundation of Rotary

New Member Orientation

Make new members feel welcome

Engage current members

Create an inclusive club culture

Membership Resources

Alternative Club Models

About alternative Club Models

Assess and adapt

Satellite Clubs

Start a new club

Stay current

Tools

Membership Leads

Rotary support

Find ideas for starting a club in these resources:

Starting a Rotary Club — Learn what you need to do to form a club.
Starting a club – This Learning Center course walks you through the process of starting a new club, whether it's a Rotary, Rotaract, or satellite club.
Rotary Club Models — All clubs share similar values and a passion for service, but no two clubs are the same because each community has its own unique needs. Learn about different club models that will attract new audiences in your region.
Guide to Satellite Clubs — Understand the benefits a satellite club can have and the steps for starting one.
Guide to Passport Clubs — Learn how clubs can operate in a way the gives their members freedom to attend other club meetings and events and fulfill their own club obligations through service efforts.
Nurturing new clubs – This Learning Center course is for new club supporters and covers ways each role can help a new club grow and thrive.

Learn more about starting a club.