Rotary Disaster Response

With more than 1.2 million members worldwide, Rotarians are on the ground and ready to take action to help communities recover when disasters strike.

Rotary plays a unique role in disaster recovery and rebuilding efforts. Working closely with our partner ShelterBox and other organizations that specialize in disaster relief, Rotary supports efforts that safeguard the long-term recovery of communities.

Rotary invests in or funds three phases of relief:

1. Immediate response: 
   Our local clubs and partners immediately offer helping hands and supplies
2. Short-term assistance: 
   Our clubs and districts help affected communities wherever we can through funds and materials to re-establish day-to-day operations
3. Long-term rebuild:
   With district and global grants, the Rotary Foundation supports the work of our clubs to plan and implement projects, rebuilding sustainable economies for affected communities