JOIN DONATE Partnerships Our national and global partnerships allow us to maximise our impact. Working together to achieve more. Shaping the Future with Volunteering group We believe volunteering can play a transformative role in creating the kind of society we all want to live in, helping address the biggest challenges that we face from Covid recovery to mental health to climate change. That’s why Rotary has come together with 17 other national charities, including Royal Voluntary Service, Scouts and The National Trust to build on the momentum created during the pandemic. We are committed to working together and with others across charities, government, and the private sector to support all communities across the UK to be dynamic and welcoming places for volunteering. Together, we will together on four action areas; Understanding - Promoting the power of volunteering Inclusion - Sharing a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion Support - Learning more about how volunteers can be supported Partnerships - Working with other organisations of all shapes and sizes National Partners Carers UK As the UK's national membership charity for carers, Carers UK is both a supportive community and a movement for change. They connect carers so no-one has to care alone. We provide information, advice and support. They campaign for lasting change, and we innovate to find new ways to support carers. Rotary and Carers UK began the partnership in June 2020 and is currently due to run until at least 2023. www.carersuk.org Rochester Bridge Trust Rotary and Rochester Bridge Trust are working together to expand the reach of the Technology Tournament, an exciting Rotary Youth Competition which puts children’s science and engineering skills to the test. Rochester Bridge Trust has looked after the crossing in Rochester since medieval times and is encouraging young people to learn more about civil engineering and bridge building. www.rochesterbridgetrust.org.uk Voluntary and Community Sector Emergencies Partnership (VCSEP) This brings together local and national organisations to deliver a more coordinated response to emergencies. Rotary is a partner organisation together with The Red Cross, St John Ambulance, Salvation Army, FareShare and others. We have Rotary representatives in the 5 National Volunteering Cells, which are a single points of contact for government and statutory agencies to engage volunteers for large scale national emergencies. www.vcsep.org.uk Global Partners Polio eradication Rotary is a leading partner in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative. With help from our partners, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the World Health Organization, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and UNICEF, we’ve made the world 99.9% polio-free. www.polioeradication.org Disaster Relief Rotary and ShelterBox are international project partners in disaster relief. We collaborate to provide emergency shelter, tools, essential aid items and training so families can rebuild their lives. By working together, we support more communities in desperate need of shelter after disaster. www.shelterbox.org Toastmasters Toastmasters International and Rotary are working hand in hand to open doors for members from both organisations to opportunities which will fulfil their potential, whether as great speakers, negotiators, leaders or actively making a difference in communities. Find out more about our partnership. Connections with other organisations Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT) CAT is an educational charity empowering people to protect the natural world and prevent runaway climate change. Across the UK and beyond, CAT shares the tools, knowledge and skills to put practical solutions into action without delay. By inspiring, informing and enabling learners at all levels. CAT is offering free membership to all members of Rotary International in GB & Ireland. By joining CAT you’ll get tips, news and expert views in their quarterly magazine Clean Slate. It’s packed full of practical advice and diverse perspectives on how to create sustainable, ecologically sound ways of life. As a member you’ll also get unlimited free access to the CAT visitor centre, priority invitations to events, and more. To find out more and sign up visit their website. Want to partner with us? As well as our partners, Rotary has a number of project and service relationships with charities and not-for-profit organisations. If you’d like to find out more about partnering with Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland, contact the Projects Manager. Partner with us If you'd like to partner with us, get in touch to see how we can work together. GET IN TOUCH Contact us Rotary International in Great Britain & Ireland Kinwarton Road, Alcester, Warwickshire B49 6PB Privacy policy | Terms & conditions © 2016-2021 Rotary International in Great Britain & Ireland