Rotary members and The Rotary Foundation play a unique role in disaster recovery and rebuilding efforts. Working closely with our partner ShelterBox and other organizations that specialize in disaster relief, Rotary members lead projects to support every phase of a community's recovery.
Rotary supports three phases of relief:
- Immediate response: Our local clubs and partners immediately offer helping hands and supplies.
- Short-term assistance: Our clubs and districts help affected communities wherever we can through funds and materials to re-establish day-to-day operations.
- Long-term rebuilding: Our clubs plan and implement projects that rebuild affected communities.
Donate to Disaster Relief through our District 5280 Charitable Foundation:
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- The Friendship Exchange Program provides an opportunity for Rotarians to experience other cultures firsthand by participating in reciprocal visits with Rotarians from other countries and their families.
- The exchange gives Rotarians and their partners the opportunity to spend a few days in the home of a Rotarian in another country. The typical exchange is for 7 days.
- Rotary Friendship Exchange is funded entirely by program participants. Guests are responsible for their travel expenses and personal spending. Hosts are expected to provide housing and meals.