Membership Information

Chartered in 1967, Madison South Rotary is a group of friendly professionals committed to Rotary's motto, "Service Above Self." 

Through student scholarships, dozens of grants awarded annually to local nonprofits, volunteer service projects, and support of Rotary International's worldwide initiatives, we are dedicated to creating a lasting impact in our community and beyond.

 

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.

 

5 Reasons to join MADISON SOUTH ROTARY

1. Engaging Weekly Meetings - Visitors Welcome!

Each Monday, we enjoy fellowship, networking, a delicious catered lunch ($15 per person), and informative, engaging presentations from local businesses and nonprofits. 

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2. We Give 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 and concerts. 
 

3. We Support our Community through Service

In addition to our incredible Brat Stand, Madison South Rotarians enjoy dozens of service projects throughout the year, including preparing meals, donating our skills and talents, and volunteering.
 

4. We Are Making a Lasting Impact

The Madison South Rotary Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to improving the Greater Madison community through college scholarships for local students, grants to dozens of nonprofit organizations, and long-term charitable giving through its endowment fund.

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5. We Have 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.  

MEMBERSHIP Financial & Time Commitment

As a Madison South Rotarian, you will receive many benefits: being a member of the largest, most respected worldwide service organization, the satisfaction of service to others locally while working alongside a dedicated group of people, an opportunity for lifelong friendships and business connections, and a fun-filled weekly fellowship and program to begin your week.

Madison South Rotary members’ financial and time expectations are:

Quarterly Dues
Quarterly dues are $75 which cover Madison South Rotary dues, District 6250 dues, Rotary International dues as well as subscription to The Rotarian Magazine. Invoices are emailed July, October, January, April.

Meeting and Meal package
This package cost is $180 billed quarterly on your invoice in advance of the quarter in which the meetings/meals occur. There is no discount if you miss a meeting or do not eat at the meeting.

Rotary International Foundation contributions
Rotary International is the global organization that connects and supports Rotary clubs worldwide, providing programs, resources, and initiatives that help clubs create local and international impact. A $100 donation per Rotarian per year is suggested.

Madison South Rotary Foundation contributions
Our club’s Foundation funds student scholarships our non-profit grant program, and global initiatives. Donations can be made by check or included with your quarterly invoice.

Optional Costs
• Happy/sad/publicity dollars can be given at a meeting to share a personal or business announcement.
• Special events such as The Changing of the Guard Party or The Brat Stand Victory Party are add-on costs.

Volunteering
• Brat Stand - Our major fundraiser is held before UW Badger Football home games (6-7 times per football season) at MSR Park across from Camp Randall. Members are expected to volunteer their time 2-3 hours per game for a minimum of 4 games per season.
• Members are also expected to participate in several small-group local service projects throughout the year.

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.