Membership Information

Chartered in 1967, Madison South Rotary is a group of friendly professionals who value the Rotary motto “Service Above Self.” While contributing to Rotary International’s worldwide projects, we also support Madison area students through scholarships and recognition and fund dozens of local nonprofits through our Foundation's Grant program.

Meeting Information & Location
We meet In Person
Mondays at 12:00 p.m.
Madison College Goodman South Campus
2429 Perry Street
Room 201
Madison,
United States of America
Venue Map

WHY JOIN ROTARY?

Friendship: In an increasingly complex world, Rotary fulfills one of the most basic human needs: the need for friendship and fellowship. It is one of two reasons why Rotary began in 1905.

Business Development: The second original reason for Rotary’s beginning is business development. Everyone needs to network. Rotary consists of a cross section of every business in a community. Its members come from all walks of life. Rotarians help each other and collectively help others.

Personal Growth and Development: Membership in Rotary continues one’s growth and education in human relations and personal development.

Leadership Development: Rotary is an organization of leaders and successful people. Serving in Rotary positions is like a college education. Leadership: - learning how to motivate, influence, and lead leaders.

The Opportunity to Serve: Rotary is a service organization. Our business is humanity. Our product is service. Rotarians provide community service to both local and international communities. This is perhaps the greatest reason for becoming a Rotarian: the chance to do something for somebody else and to experience the self-fulfillment that comes in the process. It is richly rewarding.

 

WHY CHOOSE MADISON SOUTH? 

Engaging Weekly Meetings - Visitors Welcome!

Each Monday, we enjoy fellowship, networking, a delicious catered lunch ($15 per person), and informative, engaging presentations from location businesses and nonprofits.  RSVP FOR A MEETING >>

 
 

Giving Back Through our Brat Stand

Our Annual Brat Stand on Monroe Street across from the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Camp Randall is our primary fundraiser. Rotarians, their family, and friends volunteer to help set up, prepare or sell food/drinks at all Badger home football games. 
 
Through our Brat Stand, we are able to return much-needed financial assistance back to the community using a deliberate, thoughtful grant process each spring.    LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR BRAT STAND >>

 

Supporting our Community

In addition to our incredible Brat Stand, Madison South Rotarians enjoy many other local and international service projects, including:
 
  • Recognizing Outstanding High School Students
  • College Scholarships
  • Water Station for the Monona 20K
  • St. Mary's Care Center Holiday Bingo Party
  • Adopt-a-Highway Clean-up
  • Local and International Service Projects
  • And so many more!
 

Active (and fun!) Fellowship Groups

Social connections are the biggest reason our members remain in our club. Unlike committees, fellowship groups are organized by club members, for club members, to promote social interaction and fun.  VIEW OUR FELLOWSHIP GROUPS >>
 
 
 
 
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MEMBERSHIP EXPECTATIONS

Attendance

Our members are what make Madison South Rotary an effective service organization. Your presence at meetings, service projects, and fundraising events is essential. Attendance at 50% of Monday luncheon meetings is expected. When traveling or unable to attend on a particular Monday, attending another local or out-of-town Rotary meeting or viewing an online video session counts as a “makeup” meeting.  
 

Brat Stand Volunteering

All Madison South Rotarians are asked to volunteer at our annual fundraiser, our Brat Stand fundraiser.  There are typically seven home games, all on Saturdays with varying kick-off times. Members can sign up for various duties in 2-3 hour shifts to support the stand, including cooking and preparing food, selling food, and setting up/tearing down.
 

Membership Fees

One-Time Application Fee: $40
Quarterly Rotary Dues (International, District & Club): $75
Quarterly Meeting & Meal Package: $180 

Members are also encouraged to donate to both The Rotary Foundation and Madison South Rotary Foundation.