Rotary.org Presidential Citation
Awards for clubs - Guidelines for Clubs to receive the Presidential Citation
2012-13 Presidential Citation
Nominators: District governors
Deadlines:
31 March 2013 -- Clubs to submit completed forms to their district governor for certification
15 April 2013 -- District governors to report the names of qualifying clubs in Member Access Portal
The 2012-13 Presidential Citation will recognize Rotary clubs that achieve an array of accomplishments that help them become stronger, deliever effective service, and enhance their public image. Rotaract and Interact clubs can also qualify for a citation.
- 2012-13 Presidential Citation form for Rotary clubs
- 2012-13 Presidential Citation form for Rotaract clubs
- 2012-13 Presidential Citation for Interact clubs
- Contact RI staff for assistance
Significant Achievement Award
Nominators: District governors
Deadline: 15 March
Presidential recognition of a club activity which addresses a significant problem or need in the community. A district selects one project and submits nomination to RI. A president-appointed selection committee evaluates nominations.
- Download a nomination form
- Contact RI staff for assistance
Recognition of Smaller Club Membership Growth
Nominators: District governors
Deadline: 16 May - 30 June
This district-level award offers an incentive to clubs that fall below the charter requirement of 20 members by recognizing the challenges and achievements of small clubs.
- Download the guidelines and nomination form
RI Membership Development and Extension Award -- MDEA
Nominators: District governors
Deadline: Beginning 15 May, district governors submit recognition forms to RI.
This district-level certificate program recognizes membership growth in existing clubs, retention of current club members, and the organization of new clubs. Districts that meet their membership goals are also recognized.
RI Recognition of Membership Development Initiatives -- MDI
Nominators: District governors
Deadline: District governors must receive submissions from clubs by 15 April. RI must receive submission forms from district governors by 15 May.
This district-level certificate recognizes clubs for the development and implementation of a creative plan or strategy to support one of the three primary foundations of membership growth and development: retention, recruitment of qualified new members, or the organization of new Rotary clubs.