Recognition Points for Giving

Foundation recognition points are awarded to donors who contribute to The Rotary Foundation through the Annual Programs Fund or Polio Plus, or as a sponsor portion to a Foundation grant. Donors receive one recognition point for every US dollar contributed to these funds. Contributions to the Permanent Fund are not eligible.

Click here to view the Understanding Foundation Recognition Points Fact Sheet, and get answers to all your questions.

Donors can extend Foundation Recognition points to others to help them become or to name them as a Paul Harris Fellow or Multiple Paul Harris Fellow. Foundation recognition points belong to the original donor until the donor's death, or until the donor uses the points. Click here to view the Recognition and Transfer Request form.

Paul Harris Fellow recognition is given to an individual who contributes $1,000 cumulatively to the Annual Fund, Polio Plus, or an approved Foundation grant. Multiple Paul Harris Fellow recognition is given at subsequent $1,000 levels.

Major Donor recognition is given to individuals or couples whose combined giving has reached $10,000, regardless of the gift designation. This recognition level can be achieved only through personal contributions and not through recognition points. Level 2 >25,000 Level 3>50,000  Level 4>100,000 and up.

Arch Klumph Society members are those Rotarians who have given $250,000 or more. The member's picture and biography is sent to Rotary International Headquarters. Members receive lapel pins and pendants, signed certificates, and invitations to the society's events held worldwide.