Service Builds Peace Globally
The Object of Rotary
The Object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
First. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
Second. High ethical standards in business and professions; the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations; and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
Third. The application of the ideal of service in every Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
Fourth. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.
Four Avenues of Service
Based on the principles of The Object of Rotary, the Four Avenues of Service are Rotary's philosophical cornerstone and the foundation on which club activity is based:
Club Service
focuses on strengthening fellowship and ensuring the effective functioning of the club.
Vocational Service
encourages Rotarians to serve others through their vocations and to practice high ethical standards.
Community Service
covers the projects and activities the club undertakes to improve life in its community.
International Service
encompasses actions taken to expand Rotary's humanitarian reach around the globe and to promote world understanding and peace.