November is Rotary Foundation Month and a time to remember that donations to The Rotary Foundation are transformed into projects that change lives at home and around the globe.  Proposed in 1917 by outgoing President Arch Klumph, The Rotary Foundation began with an initial contribution of $26.50 and has since transformed millions of lives around the world.  Your generous contributions are essential to eradicating polio, supporting the training of peace fellows at Rotary Peace Centres and securing and growing Rotary programs throughout the world through District and Global Grants programs.

 

 

It takes only 60 cents to protect one child from polio. $50 can provide clean water to help fight waterborne illnesses and $500 can launch an antibullying campaign and create a safe environment for children.

 

The Rotary Foundation has consistently achieved a 4 Star Rating from Charity Navigator an independent charity assessment organisation.  The highest rating granted making The Rotary Foundation one of only 9 International Charities to receive a score of 100/100 for financial accountability and transparency raising over $412 million in 2018 and having the lowest administrative costs and highest ranking compared to other charities doing the same work.

 

Learn more about the history of The Rotary Foundation here.