ABOUT US
Rotary Club of Grand Rapids
Shared values. Meaningful connections. Service in action.
Rotary brings people together to turn a shared commitment to service into action. In Grand Rapids, our members build friendships, exchange ideas, and contribute their professional experience and leadership to the communities we serve.
Our values guide how we work together: with integrity, respect for different perspectives, and a willingness to put our skills to use for others.
What guides us
Values that shape how we serve
Being a Rotarian means taking part. Our guiding principles connect personal growth, professional integrity, and service—helping members build relationships while contributing to the common good.
Fellowship
We build meaningful connections that can become lifelong friendships. Shared experiences and a common purpose bring our members together.
Learning and professional growth
We learn from one another and support members across generations, professions, and areas of expertise.
Ethics and integrity
We honor our commitments and bring ethical judgment to our relationships, professional lives, and service.
Diverse perspectives
We welcome different experiences and viewpoints, recognizing that they strengthen our understanding and our work together.
Expertise, service, and leadership
We share what we know and apply our skills to social challenges and community service. Each member brings something valuable to that effort.
Our commitment
A welcoming club with opportunities to participate
We are committed to growing and diversifying our membership so that it reflects the communities we serve. That means welcoming people of all cultures, experiences, and identities—and working toward a club that is fair, inclusive, and beneficial to our communities.
Inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility guide that work. Together, they help create greater opportunities for people to participate as members and leaders.
Inclusion
Creating experiences where people feel welcomed, respected, and valued.
Diversity
Welcoming people of all backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and identities.
Equity
Striving for fair treatment, opportunity, and advancement for all Rotary participants.
Accessibility
Working to remove barriers that prevent participation for people with disabilities or other challenges.
Discover your place in Rotary
Whether you want to volunteer, build connections, or share your expertise, there is a conversation worth starting. Explore the club or contact us to learn how you can participate.