Within Rotary there are a number of recognition programs named in honor of Rotary's founder Paul P. Harris.

The most well known recognition is the Paul Harris Fellow.

And within the Paul Harris honors are additional recognitions in the name of Rotary's founder. Besides the Paul Harris Fellow there is also membership within the Paul Harris Society and a special honor is awarded to clubs achieving a membership of 100% Paul Harris Fellows.

Paul Harris Fellow

This honor is bestowed on Rotarians and non-Rotarians. Anyone who contributes US$1,000 or more to the Annual Programs Fund, PolioPlus or an approved Foundation grant or has that amount contributed in their name may become a Paul Harris Fellow.

Each new Paul Harris Fellow receives a commemorative certificate, a pin, and a medallion.

Download and Submit: Recognition and Contribution form (PDF) with your check.

Download PHF Transfer Request form  (PDF)

 Paul Harris Society Clubs

This special Club Recognition is in honor and thanks for those clubs that provide $1,000 yearly of club funds, to either the Annual Fund, or Polio Plus. Billed each Rotary year by the District, these funds are submitted to The Rotary Foundation on Behalf of the club, to the fund of their choice, by our District Executive Administrator. A banner recognizing the giving of our Paul Harris Society Clubs, will be presented by District Leadership at a club meeting of your choosing.