Rotary Foundation Named World's Outstanding Foundation

From the March 2017 issue of The Rotarian:

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) recognized The Rotary Foundation at the end of 2016 with its annual Outstanding Foundation Award. The award honors organizations that show philanthropic commitment and leadership through financial support, innovation, encouragement of others, and involvement in the public affairs. Some of the biggest names in American giving - Kellogg, Komen and MacArthur, among others - are past honorees.

AFP's Committee of judges cited Rotary's comprehensive campaign to eradicate polio as a major driver of the selection. They also noted Rotary's methodical , purposeful approach to supporting a wide variety of causes, from providing clean water to educating the next generation of peace professionals.