Rotarians have long been making substantial and lasting contributions to their communities and to the world. To a large extent, Rotary’s reputation is built on the projects undertaken by Rotarians.

Representing a cross-section of professionals and business leaders in their local communities, Rotary club members tend to be knowledgeable about the local needs, priorities, customs, and resources that contribute to effective service projects.

Effective projects, however, require more than an understanding of the community. They also depend on the club’s ability to effectively evaluate the community’s needs, plan relevant projects, and manage project resources