Rotary International Public Relations (PR) Grants for 2005-2006 Recently, the Rotary International Board of Directors has approved funds for grants to assist Rotary clubs and districts in their outreach efforts to the general public, promoting Rotary and improving Rotary’s public image.

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Here is a summary below.

The grant will enable Rotary clubs to place limited Rotary billboards, banners, the RI prepared TV and Radio Public Service Announcements in their local TV and radio stations, or newspaper supplements that feature local Rotary stories. For the 2005-06 Rotary year, monies have been allocated, ranging from US$1,000 – US$5,000 to support projects during the current Rotary year. Assistance will be available until the funds are depleted. The Public Image Task Force area and zone coordinators will be charged with the responsibilities to promote Rotary’s Public Image campaign to clubs and districts, and encourage them to use the grants in their outreach efforts to the general public. 1. PR grant qualifications: All clubs are eligible to apply. Priority will be given to applications: • That will regionalize and place Rotary billboards, banners, TV and radio PSAs provided by Rotary International/the 2005-06 Public Image Resource group. The target should be the general public, with the purpose of promoting Rotary and membership development. • Where districts or clubs contribute a portion of the required funding – particularly for an integrated (more than one medium) PR plan. 2. Tools and Materials to assist clubs/districts for placement • A set of materials, developed by the 2005-06 Public Image Resource Group provide helpful steps to ensure effective public relations materials. “Five Easy Steps” to promoting the principles and programs of Rotary can be found at: here • In January 2005, Rotary clubs around the world received Public Service Announcements on a CD-Rom for use in print, broadcast and billboard media. The materials provide an efficient and professional way to share Rotary with your community. Information and PSA examples can be found at: here • In February 2006, new PSA materials focusing on Rotary’s educational programs will be available to Rotary clubs. 3. Application procedures • The district or club PR chair works with the governor or club president to evaluate media outreach opportunities within the area and develop a PR plan. • Applicants must complete and sign the attached PR grant application – including plans on how to promote Rotary through print, television, radio, outdoor (billboards), internet or special/media events oriented to the general public. • The plan must include budget and vendor estimates. • Applicants must also review and sign the “Terms and Conditions for Rotary International Public Relations Grants.” • The club or district PR chair should complete and forward the PR Grant application and Terms and Conditions document to the Public Relations Division at Rotary International. Send completed PR Grant applications via mail, fax, or e-mail to: Public Relations Division Rotary International 1560 Sherman Ave. Evanston, IL 60201 USA Fax: (847) 866-8237 E-mail: prgrants@rotaryintl.org