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

June 2026 (application deadline, projected)

Varies by grant type; district grants fund small-scale projects, global grants support larger international efforts, and other programs have distinct ranges.

Supports Rotary members in implementing service projects that address global challenges and foster sustainable, measurable change.

Only Rotary club members are eligible to apply.

--- ## Description Rotary International, through the Rotary Foundation, offers a suite of grants empowering members to address significant global challenges. These grants support a diverse range of service projects, from providing clean water and sanitation to promoting peace, supporting education, and advancing community health and economic development. The purpose is to enable Rotary members to leverage their skills and resources to create lasting, positive change in both local and international communities. Grant types include District Grants (for small-scale, short-term projects), Global Grants (for large international activities with sustainable outcomes), Disaster Response Grants (for relief and recovery), and Programs of Scale Grants (to expand proven program models). --- ## Due Dates - June 2026 (anticipated application deadline for Rotary Foundation grants) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Funding amounts vary by grant type: - **District Grants:** Support small-scale, short-term projects; award size varies by district and project scope. - **Global Grants:** Fund large international activities; awards typically start at $30,000 and can be much larger depending on the project. - **Disaster Response Grants:** Amounts depend on need and available funds. - **Programs of Scale Grants:** Fund significant expansion of proven programs; awards can be substantial, often in the range of several hundred thousand to millions of dollars. - Duration and specific amounts depend on the grant type and project needs. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants **must be members of a Rotary club**. - Grants are not open to non-members or external organizations. - Projects must align with Rotary’s areas of focus, such as: - Promoting peace - Fighting disease - Providing clean water, sanitation, and hygiene - Saving mothers and children - Supporting education - Growing local economies - Protecting the environment --- ## Application Process - Only Rotary club members can initiate applications. - Applications are submitted through the Rotary Foundation’s online platform. - Requirements typically include: - Detailed project description and objectives - Budget and funding plan - Sustainability and impact assessment - Letters of support or partnership documentation (for certain grant types) - Applicants should consult their local Rotary district or the Rotary Foundation for specific instructions and timelines. --- ## Additional Information - Grant types are designed to support both local and international projects. - Collaboration and partnerships (including with non-Rotary organizations) are encouraged, but the primary applicant must be a Rotary member. - Emphasis is placed on sustainability, measurable outcomes, and alignment with Rotary’s mission and focus areas. --- ## External Links - [Rotary International Grants Program Page](https://www.rotary.org/en/our-programs/grants) - [Contact Rotary International](https://www.rotary.org/en/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-----------------|----------------------------------------------| | Email | contact.center@rotary.org | | Phone | +1 847-866-3000 | | Address | 1560 Sherman Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201, USA | ---

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