AI Summary
Rotary International is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding and operates by invitation only, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In the 2025 filing year, it awarded a total of $12.3K across six grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with Rotary International can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
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Community service
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Columbia Community Care
Columbia, MD
$23.8K
52%
SHELTERBOX USA INC
Santa Barbara, CA
$3K
7%
HOWARD COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL
Ellicott City, MD
$2.5K
5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Rotary International?
No. Rotary International does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Rotary International give?
Rotary International primarily gives to organizations located in Maryland, Nebraska, and California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Rotary International’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Rotary International fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $1,625. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Rotary International make each year?
In 2025, Rotary International awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $12 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Rotary International fund recently?
In 2025, Rotary International awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include Columbia Community Care, SHELTERBOX USA INC, and HOWARD COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Rotary International?
Rotary International does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.