Global Grants
Rotary International Global Grants fund sustainable international projects, graduate scholarships, and vocational training in key focus areas like health, education, and the environment.
Funder: Rotary International
Due Dates: June 30, 2026 (scholarships for studies beginning August–October)
Funding Amounts: Minimum total project budget: $30,000; maximum World Fund award: $400,000; 80% World Fund match for District Designated Funds.
Summary: Supports large-scale, sustainable international projects, graduate scholarships, and vocational training teams in Rotary’s focus areas.
Description
Rotary International’s Global Grants program funds large, sustainable international activities with measurable outcomes that align with one or more of Rotary’s areas of focus. These grants are designed to foster strong partnerships between Rotary clubs and districts around the world, addressing critical community needs. Supported activities include humanitarian projects, scholarships for graduate-level studies, and vocational training teams that facilitate professional development and knowledge exchange. Projects must be sustainable, demonstrate measurable impact, involve both Rotary and local community members, and be based on thorough community assessments.
