[Rotary International](https://www.rotary.org/en/our-programs/grants)

June 30, 2026

Minimum total project budget $30,000; maximum World Fund award $400,000; 80% World Fund match on District Designated Funds.

Supports large-scale, sustainable international projects, graduate scholarships, and vocational training in Rotary’s areas of focus.

Applications for scholarships beginning August–October must be submitted by June 30 annually.

--- ## Description This opportunity funds large-scale, sustainable international activities—humanitarian projects, graduate-level scholarships, and vocational training teams—that deliver measurable outcomes in Rotary’s areas of focus. Global Grants require collaboration between Rotary clubs or districts in different countries and emphasize sustainability, community involvement, and clear monitoring and evaluation. Projects must align with at least one of Rotary’s focus areas, including peacebuilding, disease prevention, water and sanitation, maternal and child health, education, economic development, and the environment. --- ## Due Dates - June 30, 2026: Annual submission deadline to The Rotary Foundation for sponsoring clubs/districts for scholars beginning studies in August, September, or October. Applications for other Global Grant project types (humanitarian projects, vocational training teams) are accepted year-round, but the June 30 deadline applies specifically to scholarship applicants starting in the fall. --- ## Funding Amount - Minimum total project budget: **$30,000 USD** - Maximum World Fund award: **$400,000 USD** - World Fund provides an **80% match for District Designated Funds (DDF)** contributed by clubs/districts. - There is no minimum World Fund match; funding can be a mix of DDF, cash, and/or directed/endowed gifts. --- ## Eligibility - Both the host (in-country) and international partner Rotary club or district must be qualified to apply. - Projects must align with at least one Rotary area of focus. - Eligible activities include: - Humanitarian projects - Graduate-level scholarships - Vocational training teams (teams of professionals teaching or learning abroad) - A community assessment is required for humanitarian projects and vocational training teams. - Applicants must comply with Rotary Foundation grant terms and conditions, including conflict of interest disclosures. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted through the [Rotary Grant Center](https://my.rotary.org/secure/13166). - For scholarships beginning in August, September, or October, sponsoring clubs/districts must submit applications by June 30. - Required materials may include: - Completed application template ([download here](https://my.rotary.org/document/global-grant-application-template)) - Community assessment (for humanitarian/vocational projects) - Signed Memorandum of Understanding if partnering with cooperating organizations ([see template](https://my.rotary.org/document/cooperating-organization-memorandum-understanding)) - Supporting documentation for budget and project sustainability - Both host and international sponsor clubs/districts must be qualified through Rotary’s grant qualification process ([more info](https://my.rotary.org/en/knowledge-and-resources/resources-and-reference/qualification)). - Applications are reviewed as received, except for the annual scholarship deadline. --- ## Additional Information - Projects must be sustainable and have measurable outcomes. - Ongoing monitoring and reporting are required. - Local Rotary experts, alumni, and action groups are available to support planning and implementation. - Detailed guidance is available in [A Guide to Global Grants](https://my.rotary.org/document/guide-global-grants). - For projects with cooperating organizations, additional documentation and agreements must be submitted. --- ## External Links - [Global Grants Information Page](https://my.rotary.org/en/knowledge-and-resources/resources-and-reference/global-grants) - [Rotary Areas of Focus](https://www.rotary.org/en/our-causes) - [Global Grant Application Template (PDF)](https://my.rotary.org/document/global-grant-application-template) - [Qualification Process](https://my.rotary.org/en/knowledge-and-resources/resources-and-reference/qualification) - [Terms and Conditions for Global Grants (PDF)](https://my.rotary.org/document/terms-and-conditions-rotary-foundation-global-grants) - [Guide to Global Grants (PDF)](https://my.rotary.org/document/guide-global-grants) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [contact.center@rotary.org](mailto:contact.center@rotary.org) | | Phone | +1 847-866-3000 | | Online Contact | [Rotary Contact Page](https://www.rotary.org/en/contact) | | Grant Officer | [Find your Rotary grant officer (PDF)](https://my.rotary.org/document/rotary-grants-staff-contact-sheet) | ---

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