Corporate Alliances

Rotary works for the community
Rotary works with the community
Rotary works in the community

Formed in 1921, as the 1st Rotary Club in Australia, the Rotary Club of Melbourne Inc. has a proud history of connection with and support for the corporate community. The Club meets every week and has a diverse membership of over 250 business and professional women and men working together to serve the community.

The Club is always alert to connect those who have the means to assist with those who have the drive and commitment.

With approximately 30,000 clubs worldwide, Rotary International has extensive networks to support community projects locally, as well as internationally.

Partnerships between the corporate business community and the Rotary Club of Melbourne Inc. have brought significant benefits to the community.

Corporates have found worthwhile benefit for their organisation and their senior staff in supporting endeavour where it is needed in the community.

Opportunities to be part of such positive community effort are highly valued by participants. Our President and our Secretary would be happy to discuss the opportunities for further Corporate Alliances.

Recent Programs

In partnership with the Women's & Children's Health Network, the Rotary Club of Melbourne Inc. has established a formal structure for 'Communities that Care', to connect young people to their communities. Research has shown that relationships and connectedness are vital for positive life outcomes and to strengthen social fabric.

Operation Livewire helps young people starting out in business to develop business plans with one-on-one help from mentors. It is a joint effort between Shell Australia Ltd, Small Business Victoria and Rotary Clubs throughout Australia. The Rotary Club of Melbourne Inc. is part of this alliance.

Rotary Club of Melbourne Inc. is proudly associated with:

•     Rebuilding efforts in East Timor
•     Donations In Kind
•     Very Special Kids
•     Homeground Alliance - Homlessness Initiative
•     Women's Subscription Enterprise
•     Melanesian Language Program in PNG
•     International House, University of Melbourne
•     Australians Against Child Abuse
•     Youth Expo
•     Health Projects Worldwide such as Polio Plus
•     Communities that Care
•     Operation Livewire
•     Corporate Careers Seminars
•     Youth Exchange
•     Science Summer Schools