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Rotary celebrate 120 years of service.

23rd February marks Rotary's 120th anniversary! On this day in 1905, Rotary was founded by Paul Harris, kickstarting over a century of service.

120 Years of Rotary

Sunday 23rd February 2025 – Rotary’s 120th birthday 

As we celebrate 120 years of Rotary service on 23rd February, which is also celebrated as World Understanding and Peace Day, it is a perfect time to reflect on the remarkable achievements of our members and celebrate Rotary’s tireless commitment to peace and doing good in our local communities and all around the world.

Since being founded by Paul Harris in Chicago in 1905, members have left an enormous mark on the world. We’ve almost eradicated polio, we’ve trained peacebuilders, supported education for millions. Every single day our network of 1.4 million changemakers across the globe are transforming lives, bringing people together and making a difference in our communities.

For us, it’s not just about International activities, although they are important,  it’s also about our Local Community and we give a BIG THANK YOU to everyone who has supported us since our Club was founded in 1948.  

If your interested in joining our Club to help your Community please contact us using the links on this web page.

Richard O’Sullivan
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120 Years of Rotary

23rd February marks Rotary's 120th anniversary! On this day in 1905, Rotary was founded by Paul Harris, kickstarting over a century of service.

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Tea or Coffee and Cake

A date for the diary, pop in for tea and cake and see historical pictures of Rye presented by long time Ryer Noel Varley. We also have a sale of Isabel Ryan’s book collection, along with craft stalls.

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A very BIG thank you to all the local business and individuals who have sponsored / supported us and our community for the coming year. If you are able to use their services during the year, then please mention the Rotary Club of Rye and Winchelsea.

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Details of how we support our local community, local good causes and International Rotary actions.

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