District & Global Grant Resources
District & Global
Grant Resources
Global Grants Hub
Large-scale, sustainable projects that create measurable impact around the world.
What Are Global Grants?
Global Grants support larger humanitarian projects, scholarships, and vocational training activities that align with Rotary's Areas of Focus.
Unlike District Grants, Global Grants are administered through The Rotary Foundation and require international partnership, sustainability planning, and long-term community impact.
Is a Global Grant Right for Your Project?
Good Candidates Include:
- International humanitarian projects
- Projects with long-term sustainability
- Multi-club collaborations
- Larger funding needs
- Projects aligned with Rotary's Areas of Focus
Consider a District Grant if:
- Your project is local
- Funding needs are modest
- The project can be completed within a shorter timeframe
- You are new to Rotary grants
How the Process Works
1. Develop Your Project
Define the community need, partners, budget, and sustainability strategy.
2. Build International Partnerships
Global Grants require collaboration between Rotary clubs in different countries.
3. Align With an Area of Focus
Projects must support at least one Rotary Area of Focus.
4. Apply Through Rotary
Applications are submitted through Rotary International's Grant Center.
5. Implement & Report
Approved projects must meet Rotary Foundation stewardship and reporting requirements.
Rotary’s Seven Areas of Focus
Rotary grant projects often align with one or more Areas of Focus. For District Grants over $5,000, alignment with an Area of Focus is required. For smaller District Grants, alignment is strongly encouraged.
Maternal & Child Health
Disease Prevention
& Treatment
Basic Education
& Literacy
Peacebuilding & Conflict Prevention
Water, Sanitation
& Hygiene
Community Economic Development
Protecting the Environment
Need Help Exploring a Global Grant?
Planning a Global Grant can feel complex, especially for clubs applying for the first time.
The District Grants Team can help you understand eligibility, partnership requirements, sustainability expectations, and next steps before beginning the Rotary application process.
Global Grants Committee
Debbie Bodal
Global Grants Chair
Tressa Kentner
District Grants Co-Chair
Judy Ginn
District Grants Committee
Larry Logue
District Grants Committee
Mike Madden
District Grants Committee
Jim Moore
District Grants Committee
