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Become a Member of Rotary Club of Calgary Downtown

Welcome to the Rotary Club of Calgary Downtown! Our 150+ members are passionate about making a difference locally and globally, focusing on areas like early childhood literacy, education, food security, and mental wellness. Rotary connects leaders who share your commitment to service. Join us to take meaningful action, gain lifelong friendships, and expand your impact. Together, we address critical challenges, fostering a brighter future for all. Ready to be part of a legacy of change-makers? Attend a meeting or connect with us to learn how you can make a difference.

General Member Benefits

Becoming a member of the Rotary Club of Calgary Downtown connects you with a diverse network of professionals who share your commitment to community impact. With over 150 dedicated members, our club offers the opportunity to build lasting friendships, enhance your leadership skills, and make a positive difference locally and globally. Here’s what you’ll gain as a member:

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Meaningful Connection

Catch up with friends and meet new ones who share your passion for change. Have fun while doing good.

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Community Impact

Engage in local projects focused on early childhood literacy, education, food security, and mental wellness.

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Global Reach

Support international service initiatives that promote peace, health, and economic development.

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Personal & Professional Growth

Expand your leadership, vocational skills, and professional network.

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Flexible Involvement

Choose how you participate—whether through youth mentorship, community service, or global outreach.

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Giving Back

Make a philanthropic contribution that supports our club’s impact both at home and abroad.

Joining Rotary means becoming part of a legacy of action and impact. We welcome you to attend one of our meetings and see how you can help create a brighter future!

Unlock the Power of a Membership

Explore the membership option that’s right for you:

Individual Membership

Who It’s For: Individuals passionate about community service and personal growth.

What’s Included: 

  • Access to member meetings
  • Participation in service projects
  • Opportunities to join committees

 

Important Information for Prospective Members

  • Attend a few meetings as our guest to discover how your values align with Rotary's mission and community impact.
  • Membership is by proposal from an existing member (if you don't know a member, please attend a meeting to connect with one).

Fees:

  • Annual dues: $635
  • Reduced rate for under 40 years: $318
  • One-time initiation fee: $100

 

Membership Responsibilities

  • Being engaged in Rotary can take various forms: attending Tuesday meetings, participating in service projects, doing club committee work, attending the meetings of other Rotary clubs, or serving on District, Zone, or Rotary Intl. committees.
  • Regular charitable giving to The Rotary Foundation (TRF), the Calgary Rotary Funds Foundation (CRCF), or both is expected. These foundations support our international and local projects that bring great benefit through Rotarians everywhere.
  • Contribute to at least one service project, such as our Christmas Hampers program.
  • Committees: Members are expected to join and be total participants in at least one of the club's areas of service, fund-raising or organizational committees. Applications to join a committee should be made to the committee chair listed on the club website. Committee membership enables members to develop close friendships while working alongside fellow members to achieve good outcomes for the club and humanity and to have fun along the way. 
  • Pass a Police Information Check within three months of being approved as a new member. The club covers the cost of the police check. 

 

Once you decide RCCD is right for you, submit your Application for Membership. It must include two current club members as proposers. An interview with a member of the Membership Committee will follow. If membership is recommended, your name will be published for one week in the member newsletter by way of notice. Assuming there are no objections, your application will be approved by the Board. The member application process may take 6 to 8 weeks.

Download Application
Joint Membership

Who It’s For: Two individuals in the same household who want to participate together.

What’s Included: 

  • Shared engagement in Rotary activities including access to member meetings
  • Participation in service projects
  • Opportunities to join committees

 

Important Information for Prospective Members

  • Attend a few meetings as our guest to discover how your values align with Rotary's mission and community impact.
  • Membership is by proposal from an existing member (if you don't know a member, please attend a meeting to connect with one).

Fees:

  • Under 40 years: $318
  • Ages 40-69 years: $435.75 per person
  • Ages 70+ years: $412.50
  • One-time initiation fee: $100

 

Membership Responsibilities

  • Being engaged in Rotary can take various forms: attending Tuesday meetings, participating in service projects, doing club committee work, attending the meetings of other Rotary clubs, or serving on District, Zone, or Rotary Intl. committees.
  • Regular charitable giving to The Rotary Foundation (TRF), the Calgary Rotary Funds Foundation (CRCF), or both is expected. These foundations support our international and local projects that bring great benefit through Rotarians everywhere.
  • Contribute to at least one service project, such as our Christmas Hampers program.
  • Committees: Members are expected to join and be total participants in at least one of the club's areas of service, fund-raising or organizational committees. Applications to join a committee should be made to the committee chair listed on the club website. Committee membership enables members to develop close friendships while working alongside fellow members to achieve good outcomes for the club and humanity and to have fun along the way. 
  • Pass a Police Information Check within three months of being approved as a new member. The club covers the cost of the police check. 

 

Once you decide RCCD is right for you, submit your Application for Membership. It must include two current club members as proposers. An interview with a member of the Membership Committee will follow. If membership is recommended, your name will be published for one week in the member newsletter by way of notice. Assuming there are no objections, your application will be approved by the Board. The member application process may take 6 to 8 weeks.

Download Application
Corporate Membership

Who It’s For:

Businesses looking to involve their employees in community service. Benefits include:

  • Corporate Visibility: enhance your organization's profile by aligning with Rotary's trusted reputation.
  • Employee Engagement: Introduce your team to the Rotary concept of community service, fostering a culture of giving back.
  • Active Participation: Move beyond simply writing a cheque - get involved directly in impactful community initiatives.

 

What’s Included: 

  • Access to weekly Tuesday meetings
  • Participation in service projects
  • Opportunities to join committees

 

Important Information for Prospective Members

  • Attend a few meetings as our guest to discover how your values align with Rotary's mission and community impact.
  • Membership is by proposal from an existing member (if you don't know a member, please attend a meeting to connect with one).

 

Fees:

  • Annual dues: $635
  • Reduced rate for under 40: $318
  • One-time initiation fee: $100

 

Membership Responsibilities

  • Being engaged in Rotary can take various forms: attending Tuesday meetings, participating in service projects, doing club committee work, attending the meetings of other Rotary clubs, or serving on District, Zone, or Rotary Intl. committees.
  • Regular charitable giving to The Rotary Foundation (TRF), the Calgary Rotary Funds Foundation (CRCF), or both is expected. These foundations support our international and local projects that bring great benefit through Rotarians everywhere.
  • Contribute to at least one service project, such as our Christmas Hampers program.
  • Committees: Members are expected to join and be total participants in at least one of the club's areas of service, fund-raising or organizational committees. Applications to join a committee should be made to the committee chair listed on the club website. Committee membership enables members to develop close friendships while working alongside fellow members to achieve good outcomes for the club and humanity and to have fun along the way. 
  • Pass a Police Information Check within three months of being approved as a new member. The club covers the cost of the police check. 

 

Once you decide RCCD is right for you, submit your Application for Membership. It must include two current club members as proposers. An interview with a member of the Membership Committee will follow. If membership is recommended, your name will be published for one week in the member newsletter by way of notice. Assuming there are no objections, your application will be approved by the Board. The member application process may take 6 to 8 weeks.

Download Application

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