01
Rotary is a men's club!
FALSE
Rotary is open to men and women.
02
You must attend meetings every week.
FALSE
We focus on members contributing as and when they can.
03
Rotary is for older, retired people!
FALSE
We welcome anyone 18+, it is attitude, not age that counts.
04
Rotarians just cook BBQ's!
FALSE
We do a great BBQ but we are so much more! We offer youth initiatives, local and international projects, we fundraise and serve within our community.
05
You've seen one club, you've seen them all!
FALSE
Each club is unique with a diverse group of members and community needs.
06
Only professional or business people can join Rotary!
FALSE
Rotary is open to offering membership to any person of good standing in the community.
07
Its a religious organisation or secret society!
FALSE
Rotary is non religious, non political with no secret rituals - just community members wanting to help others while enjoying fellowship and having fun.
08
Its a lunch or dinner club!
FALSE
Often a meal is involved but meetings are all about fellowship, fun, planning community activities, projects and hearing from guest speakers.
09
Formal attire is required for meetings!
FALSE
Rotary is interested in what you can offer, not how you dress.