The Rotary Club of Okehampton

The Rotary Club of Okehampton is part of Rotary International, the world's largest humanitarian organisation. Rotary activity is two fold: we raise funds by holding events, functions and activities in the local area - and enjoy ourselves doing so; we then grant these funds to a range of organisations, groups, charities and individuals in the local area and overseas - which we enjoy even more!

In a typical year, we will raise around £25,000 and give all of it away to carefully selected causes and projects; around 10% on international projects of our own choosing, 5% via The Rotary Foundation - Rotary's worldwide charity - and 85% is kept local. We have a particular interest in supporting local youth and sports, but will consider any worthwhile community activity.

Membership is by invitation but we are always happy to welcome guests and visitors - new members are actively sought, so why not get in touch? We meet weekly, on Thursday at 12-45 in The White Hart Hotel, Okehampton.

Web site: http://www.ribi.org/clubs/homepage.asp?ClubID=1048

Secretary: Russ Thomas can be contacted on 01837 52419 if you would like funding, or are considering joining.