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Become a Member of Ada Sunrise Rotary
We are so glad you're interested in joining us! We are always looking for community-minded individuals who want to connect with others, serve the Ada community, and start their Friday with a sense of purpose and fun.
If you've been searching for a way to get more involved, build genuine friendships, and be part of something bigger than yourself, you may have found the perfect fit.
Why Join Ada Sunrise Rotary?
Becoming a Rotarian means becoming part of a global network of 1.4 million neighbors, friends, and leaders, but the real magic happens right here at the local level. As a member of our club, you will:
- Make a Tangible Impact: Go beyond just writing a check. You’ll be hands-on with projects that directly benefit Ada and Pontotoc County, from packing school supplies for over 1,000 local children to cleaning up Main Street after a storm.
- Build Meaningful Connections: Our club is a cross-section of the Ada community. You will form genuine friendships and a powerful professional network with leaders from dozens of fields.
- Experience Personal Growth: Develop your leadership skills by serving on committees, learn something new every week from our fascinating guest speakers, and gain a deeper understanding of the needs and triumphs of our community.
- Have Fun! We believe service should be joyful. Whether it’s sharing a laugh over our silly "Friday Song" or getting together for socials like axe-throwing and bowling, we make sure to have a good time while doing good work.
The Path to Membership: It's Simple!
We want to get to know you, and we want you to get to know us. Our process is straightforward and welcoming.
- Step 1: Be Our Guest. The best way to start is to simply visit a meeting! Experience the energy and fellowship for yourself. Your first breakfast is on us. We meet almost every Friday at 7:00 AM in the Aldridge Ballroom (200 S. Broadway).
- Step 2: Get to Know Us. Come to a few meetings, ask questions, and meet our members. We encourage you to join us for a service project or a social event to see us in action.
- Step 3: Express Your Interest. When you feel ready to join, simply let our Club Secretary or any member know. They will provide you with a short membership application to complete. A prospective member must attend at least 3 of our meetings or events before submitting a membership application!
What to Expect as a Member
Being an active Rotarian is a rewarding commitment. We ask our members to contribute their time, talent, and resources as they are able.
- Participation: We encourage members to attend our Friday meetings whenever possible (we offer a virtual option, too!) and to participate in at least one service project and one social event each month.
- Financial Commitment: To make our work possible, members have the following financial commitments:
- Club Dues: Approximately $20 per month. These dues cover club operations, administrative costs, and district fees.
- Rotary Foundation: Members are encouraged to donate at least $100 per year to The Rotary Foundation, which funds life-changing projects both in our community and around the world, including the global effort to eradicate Polio. Many members achieve this by simply putting a dollar or two in the collection can at each meeting.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
We would love to have you join us for a meeting! To arrange your first visit or to ask any further questions, please contact our secretary.
We can't wait to meet you!
Christine Pappas, Club Secretary cpappas25@gmail.com