The Rotary promise is measured by the '4 Way Test' of the things we think, say or do….

  1. Is it the TRUTH?
  2. Is it FAIR to all concerned?
  4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned

The world's first service club, the Rotary Club of Chicago, was formed on 23 February 1905 by Paul P. Harris, an attorney, who wished to capture in a professional club the same friendly spirit he had felt in the small towns of his youth. The 'Rotary' name derived from the early practice of rotating meetings among members' offices.


The organization adopted the Rotary International name a year later.



The organization's distinguished reputation attracted Presidents, Prime Ministers, and a host of other Luminaries to its ranks.

Close Menu