Frequently
Asked Questions

What is Rotary?

: Rotary is a worldwide organization of business and professional leaders providing humanitarian service, encouraging high ethical standards in all vocations, and helping build goodwill and peace in the world. Approximately 1.2 million Rotarians belong to more than 35,000 clubs in more than 200 countries and geographical areas.

: Business and professional leaders in the Twin Cities, does this sound like you? Are you looking for an active role in your community? Are you looking for an opportunity to enrich your personal and professional life? Then you are the type of person who should join Club #9. Members of Club #9 attend regular meetings and contribute time and personal funds to support club activities. These activities include service to the local and global community. They also seek fellowship with other community leaders known for their work accomplishments and values.Does this sound like you? Then come and visit a meeting!

: Becoming a Rotarian connects you with a diverse network of professionals who share your drive to give back. Through Rotary you will:

• Discuss your community’s needs and develop creative ways to meet them
• Connect with other leaders who are changing the world
• Expand your leadership and professional skills
• Catch up with good friends and meet new ones

: Individual: $100 to join and $120 per month. Membership includes lunch each week at the meeting. Corporate: Offers 2 for 1 value for a company or organization, providing two memberships: one for the “corporate sponsoring member,” and a second “attending member.” The "corporate sponsoring member" is usually the CEO or a senior executive. The "attending member" is a designated individual from the organization that will regularly attend Rotary meetings and participate in club learning, fellowship, and service. Both members enjoy the benefits of membership and are listed in the directory as active members.

: We always have room for more members! Once you’ve visited the club and decided to join, it’s time to think about your application. You can see the whole process on the Become a Rotarian page.

• The membership process follows the Rotary Club’s long-standing tradition of requiring a current member to “sponsor” a new member. Your sponsor may be someone in the same field or someone you’ve made a special connection with. That sponsor will be your contact as you continue to be a Rotarian moving forward
• If you’re not sure who your sponsor should be, we’re happy to help you find someone to make a meaningful connection in the club
• Once you’ve submitted your application you’ll join within a couple of weeks, and get a round of applause when you do!.

: Rotary is made up of three parts: Clubs, Rotary International (RI), and the Rotary Foundation (TRF). Clubs bring together dedicated individuals to exchange ideas, build relationships, and take action. Rotary International supports clubs worldwide by coordinating global programs, campaigns, and initiatives. Then the Rotary Foundation uses generous donations to fund projects by Rotarians and our partners in communities around the world. As a nonprofit, all of TRF's funding comes from voluntary contributions made by Rotarians and friends who share our vision of a better world. Together, Rotary clubs, Rotary International, and The Rotary Foundation work to make lasting improvements in our communities and around the world.

: Our club meets weekly over lunch the first three Fridays of each month. In addition to these meetings, there are many other Rotary activities and events for members to attend and support.

: The Rotary Club of Minneapolis meets most Fridays at 12 Noon at the Minneapolis Club in Downtown Minneapolis. See the "Learn" page for program scheduling details. Zoom access is also available. Members are encouraged to arrive a little before noon for networking and fellowship. The meeting concludes at 1:15 PM.

: When you arrive at the Minneapolis Club the signs on each floor will indicate our meeting room for that day. On that floor, look for our banners and our registration table. Our sign-in tables have nametags for current members, and a sign-in area for guests and visiting Rotarians. The Club Administrator and Secretary will be standing at the sign-in table, where they will greet you and hand you a couple of brief forms to fill out so that we can introduce you to the club during the meeting. You will fill out a name tag and have a chance to network with members before going through the buffet lunch.

: You can park at the Minneapolis Club. When you enter the meeting be sure to get your parking pass endorsed. The cost is $8, and can only be paid by card.. There are also metered on-street parking spaces which accept cash and credit cards and there are several parking ramps near the Club. The Minneapolis Club is accessible by skyway.

: Yes, please contact us via one of the forms on this site to let us know you will attend a meeting. You must RSVP to attend a meeting in-person by the Tuesday prior to that meeting. You can RSVP at any time before the meeting for the Zoom information.

: The cost of the lunch is $25 for visiting Rotarians and guests. The club will pay for the first three lunches for prospective members. We accept cash, check, and credit cards on site at the registration desk.

: There is no official dress code for our meeting. Members are typically arriving from work. Since it is Friday some members are more casual than others, and there is a wide range of dress formality. Business or business casual attire are common, but casual is absolutely fine.