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What It Means To Be a Member

Our membership is a diverse mosaic of Baton Rouge’s local leaders and professionals, drawn together by a shared commitment to service and fostering an atmosphere of equality and fellowship. Ideal members are passionate about making a meaningful impact and devoted to community betterment and personal development. First-year members are also tasked with developing and executing a group service project, deepening their community engagement and impact. Members are encouraged to attend as many meetings as possible during the Rotary year, but there are no attendance requirements to meet. All members are expected to serve and participate meaningfully on a committee each year.

Example of committees

  • Service Projects

  • Literacy Committee

  • Interact Committee

  • Public Relations

    Member Application
    Member Sponsor Form

    Do you know someone interested in joining? Share this link (rotarybr.org/apply-today) with them to access the New Member Application. Please note that each applicant must be sponsored by two current members. Don’t forget to complete the Member Sponsor Form.

    Prospective Member Guidelines & Qualifications

    An individual must be sponsored by two members of the Rotary Club of Baton Rouge and be willing to make a long-term commitment to membership.

    The Membership Committee carefully considers the following guidelines when recommending an applicant to the Board of Directors. It is crucial that all required information is included either in the application itself or in the comments provided by the proposers, as the committee bases its recommendations solely on the provided data.

    Aligned with our commitment to service, the Rotary Club of Baton Rouge seeks prospective members who exhibit distinct qualities:

    Professional Leadership:
    Occupies a leading position or senior role within their profession or business, with consideration given to the business’s size and scope.
    Community Engagement:
    Shows a strong track record of leadership and service through community, religious and civic activities, with expected contributions varying by age. Reputation and Character: Maintains a solid reputation in business or professional circles and upholds high standards of personal integrity.
    Reputation and Character:
    Maintains a solid reputation in business or professional circles and upholds high standards of personal integrity.

     

    Member Financial Obligations

    Once you accept membership, there is a one-time Admission Fee of $375. You will see this on your first statement. 

    We bill quarterly, in advance for meals, dues and foundations (Jan, April, July, Oct).

    Annual Costs

    Traditional Membership

    • Admission Fee: $375
    • Dues: $400
    • Meals: $1300
    • Rotary International Donation: $100
    • Rotary Club of BR Foundation: $300
    • First Year: $2475 (meals included)
    • Second Year & Thereafter: $2100 (meals included)

    Under the Age of 35 Membership

    • Admission Fee: $375
    • Dues: $400
    • Rotary International Donation: $100
    • Rotary Club of BR Foundation Donation: $300
    • Meals Only When Attending: $25/Meal
    • First Year: $1175 + Meals
    • Second Year & Thereafter: $800 + Meals

    Over the Age of 65 & Retired Membership

    • Admission Fee: $375
    • Dues: $400
    • Rotary International Donation: $100
    • Rotary Club of BR Foundation Donation: $300
    • Meals Only When Attending: $25/Meal
    • First year: $1275 + Meals
    • Second Year & Thereafter: $900 + Meals
    Member Application
    Member Sponsor Form