Rotary Club of Charleston Breakfast has a long tradition of extensive community service and fundraising success. Through our work, we also have a lot of fun and look forward to getting to know you through your membership in Rotary.
A qualified candidate for Rotary club membership is an adult of good character and good business, professional, or community reputation. The candidate fits one of the following criteria:
- Holds or has held an executive position with discretionary authority in any worthy and recognized business or profession
- Serves or has served as a community leader
- Is a Rotary Foundation alumna
Download the Membership Application (PDF).
Responsibilities of Membership
Our members are business and community leaders of all ages and professions who want to use their expertise, connections, and influence to make a difference locally and globally. Responsibilities include:
- Members must maintain 60% attendance or better through Club meetings, makeups, or involvement with the Club’s service projects.
- Members are expected to participate in the Club’s activities.
- Participation in our major fundraiser, Rotary Wheels, held annually in May.
- Members are expected to sell or purchase at least two Rotary Wheels tickets (a $200 commitment).
- Members are expected to serve on a committee at some point
View (or download) the Member Responsibilities (PDF) and be aware of the Red Badge Checklist (PDF).
Financial Obligations
- Initiation Fee $100. This goes toward your Paul Harris Fellow the first year.
- Bi-Annual Dues $500. This includes meals as well as District, International, and Paul Harris Sustaining Membership dues.
- If you bring a guest, the meal charge is $15.