Posted by Marissa Dickinson, District Grants
 

Rotary members contribute their skills, expertise, and resources to help solve some of the world’s toughest problems. From providing clean water to promoting peace worldwide, The Rotary Foundation helps bring service project ideas to life. 

District Grants fund small-scale, short-term activities that address needs in your community and communities abroad. 

Planning on leading or sponsoring a District Grant in the 2026-27 Rotary year? There are a few steps clubs must complete to qualify, including attending a District Grant Management Seminar (DGMS).

District Grant Management Seminar Dates
 

All DGMS sessions will be held via Zoom. Each club must have at least two representatives complete one of the training options to ensure continuity should one qualified member become unavailable. A Zoom link will be emailed with registration confirmation.
Completion of DGMS is required for District Grant eligibility.

 
New process – important change!
The District will be using the ClubRunner District Grant Module for the 2026–27 Rotary year, and all District Grant applications must be submitted through this module. This ClubRunner process and grant requirements will be covered in detail during DGMS. Only individuals who attend a DGMS will receive access to the District Grants module.
 
Global Grant Management Seminar – Additional Date Added! 
An additional Global Grant Management Seminar (GGMS) has been scheduled: