Rotary Club of The Woodlands
Prospective Member Information
 
Rotary International is an international service organization whose stated purpose is to bring together business and professional leaders in order to provide humanitarian service and to advance goodwill and peace around the world.] It is a non-political and non-religious organization open to all. There are over 35,000 member clubs worldwide, with a membership of 1.2 million individuals, known as Rotarians.
 
Rotary – Mottos
 
Service Above Self  and One Profits Most Who Serves Best”
 
Rotary Areas of Focus
 
 
 
The Four Way Test
 
The Four-Way Test is a nonpartisan and nonsectarian ethical guide for Rotarians to use for their personal and professional relationships.  The test has been translated into more than 100 languages, and Rotarians recite it at club meetings.
 
Of the things we think, say or do
  1. Is it the TRUTH?
  2. Is it FAIR to all concerned?
  3. Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
  4. Is it BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
For our Club:  IS IT FUN??
 
These simple principles serve as the foundation for our relationships with each other and the actions we take in our communities and the world.

Four Decades of Service and Fellowship    
 
  • The Rotary Club of The Woodlands came into being in 1975 along with The Woodlands itself. As the foundations of the first homes were being poured, the first businessmen who would be living and working in the community began building the foundations of Rotary. The spirit of service and fellowship that are the hallmarks of the town were embodied in that fledgling club when it was chartered on June 19, 1975.
 
  • Almost fifty years later, the club has grown to over 190 men and women. Our commitment to service remains strong as we support our community’s youth, those in our community who are less fortunate, and each other. Each year we give more than $32,000 in scholarships to area students through Student of the Year Senior Scholarships and Lone Star College-Montgomery students. We also support Interact clubs at The Woodlands, College Park, Oak Ridge and Grand Oaks High Schools as well as The Woodlands Christian Academy and The John Cooper School.
 
  • We ring bells for the Salvation Army at Christmas, we collect food and funds for the Montgomery County Food Bank and Meals on Wheels, we work to improve a home for local seniors, we honor our veterans, we conduct literacy campaigns, we give blood, and we have a great time in service to our Community.
 
Our 2023/2024 Board of Directors
 
  • President - Kay Boehm-Fannin
  • President Elect (Fundraising) - Denton Florian
  • Membership Director - Will Warren
  • Secretary - Cindy Heiser
  • Treasurer - Jana Kelly
  • Past President - Zach Richmond
  • Sergeant at Arms - Jon Sanderson
  • Rotary After Hours - Beau DeVautour
  • Club Service I - Craig Eissler
  • Club Service II - Tammy Schroder
  • Youth Services - Adria Salas
  • International Service - Will Warren
  • Community Service I - Sue Turney
  • Community Service II - Christine Chapman
  • Vocational Service - Matthew Samford
 
The Prospective Member Process
 
  • Attend at least one Thursday luncheon or Rotary After Hours meeting
  • Attend the Prospective Member Meeting (held monthly)
  • Assess your compatibility with the Rotary Club of The Woodlands
    • Time commitment
      • Join two committees
      • Meeting attendance or make-ups
      • Volunteering for the Evening of Elegance Gala or Crawfish Boil (Set-up, registration, or close-out)…            or Chair one committee
    • Monetary commitment
      • Thursday Luncheon Dues $280/qt and an additional $100/yr Donation to Rotary Intl., plus (2) $25 Gift Cards per calendar year to be used at Thursday Luncheon Raffle.
      • Rotary After Hours dues $105/qt, additional $25 for attendance at each Thursday lunch and $100/yr donation to Rotary Intl.
      • Club fundraising – Evening of Elegance Gala, Crawfish Boil, Weekly Raffle, Special Causes
      • Our Foundation – 501c(3) for our charitable work
  • Submit your Rotary application, resume, and the $150 application fee
  • Application submitted to the Rotary Board for review and approval – 3rd Wednesday/Monthly
  • Scheduled Induction Ceremony and Welcomed into the Club as a Red Badge Member
  • Please reference the front page of your application for more details
 
The New Member Process
 
  • Immediately follows the Prospective Member Process
  • Complete your profile on our website:  www.woodlandsrotary.org
  • Login provided by VP of Membership or Admin
  • Document New Member Requirements and Earn your Blue Badge
    • Join at least two committees
    • Serve as a greeter at least twice
    • Lead the pledge or invocation at least twice
    • Participate as a volunteer at Evening of Elegance Gala or Crawfish Boil Fundraiser… or Chair one committee
    • Attending a New Member Orientation, or “Newbies” Meeting. 
  • Enjoy your membership!
    • Mingle at lunch – make friends
    • Volunteer for our service projects
    • Take pride in being a Rotarian
    • Membership is what YOU make it!!
 
Questions? – Contact VP of Membership Kay Boehm-Fannin