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Discover Rotary Global Grants
The worldwide Rotary Foundation oversees Global Grants, which fund large-scale international humanitarian projects, scholarships for graduate-level academic programs, or vocational training teams. The minimum budget for a global grant is $30,000, while the maximum is $400,000. Global grants pool resources from multiple Rotary clubs and individual members, and the Rotary Foundation of Washington, DC contributes to these collaborative projects.
$30,000 - 400,00 0
Rotary Global Grants fund large-scale projects
Managed by Rotary
Rotary International’s global foundation selects projects and matches some funds.
Collaborative
Global grants require Rotary clubs to work together to pool resources and identify needs.
How to Apply
The Rotary Foundation outlines specific criterion that all successful applications must meet.
You can read more on Rotary Foundation’s Global Grants resource page.
Pre-Qualify with Rotary International
Before applying for a Global Grant, both the district or club that is applying for the grant, as well as the district or club hosting the project, must qualify with the Rotary Foundation. The Rotary Club of DC and the DC Rotary Foundation are pre-qualified. Clubs or districts that want to join forces with the DC Rotary Foundation must pursue pre-qualification.
Design a Project that Meets Requirements
Applying for Global Grants is highly competitive. The Rotary Foundation outlines specific criterion that all successful applications must meet:
- Advance at least one of Rotary’s seven areas of focus.
- Funds humanitarian projects; scholarships for graduate-level academic studies; or vocational training teams that travel abroad to teach local professionals or learn more about their own field.
- Includes a sustainable plan for long-term success
- Offers measurable goals
- Responds to real community needs
- Involves Rotary and community members
- Confirm with Rotary’s grant terms and conditions
Apply for DC Rotary Foundation Funds
Global Grants require Rotarians to pool funds from multiple resources: varied Rotary clubs, districts, District Designated Funds, and individual contributions. The Rotary Foundation of Washington, DC may selectively join forces with other Rotarians to apply for a Global Grant. The application process differs for members of the DC Rotary Club and members of other Rotary Clubs.
Members of the Rotary Club of DC:
- Complete the Rotary Foundation of Washington, DC’s Global Grant Application (International Service Committee FORM 2)
Member of other Rotary Clubs seeking contributions from the DC Rotary Foundation:
- Complete the Non-DC Club Global Grant Application (International Service Committee FORM 3)
Apply to The Rotary Foundation
Your application to The Rotary Foundation is the culmination of a lengthy design and partnership process. This vigorous pre-application process ensures each application meets Rotary’s high standards for sustainability and impact.
The Rotary Foundation accepts applications throughout the year.
Prospective grantees must submit their application online, but you can pre-plan your responses using the Global Grant application template.
