One of Rotary International’s most powerful tools for global impact is the Global Grant — yet many Rotaract clubs are unsure how to access this funding or use it to support international service travel.
This guide breaks down exactly how to approach using Rotary global grants for Rotaract travel, what types of trips and partnerships qualify, and how to begin crafting a service experience that’s both fundable and transformative.
If your club is considering a trip to Guatemala or elsewhere in Latin America, and you’re aligned with Rotary’s mission, this guide is for you.
Rotary Global Grants support large-scale, sustainable projects that align with one or more of Rotary’s Areas of Focus, including:
Rotaract clubs can co-lead or collaborate on projects funded through global grants — especially when partnering with a Rotary club, district, or international NGO.
Yes — but only when the travel is tied to a structured, fundable project that:
For example, a trip to Guatemala to support long-term reforestation and environmental education with a local nonprofit like Wellkind can qualify, especially when paired with Rotary co-sponsorship and post-trip deliverables.
Rotaract clubs must partner with a Rotary club or district to apply. This can be your sponsor club, a local district, or an international partner.
Your club’s role may include:
Reflection and impact reporting
Most Global Grants require:
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The Rotary Foundation requires co-authorship of grant proposals between host and international partners. Focus on:
Sustainability and post-trip accountability.
We do not submit grants directly, but we support Rotary and Rotaract clubs with:
You bring the vision — we’ll help you structure it.
Not currently. But they can co-lead with a Rotary sponsor or district and be directly involved in planning and implementation.
Yes — but only those tied to the grant activity. Site visits, facilitator costs, and in-country logistics tied to project work are often eligible.
You can still plan a powerful service trip and build toward a future project. Many clubs begin with a self-funded trip, then develop grant partnerships later.
Using Rotary global grants for Rotaract travel is not just about funding a trip. It’s about building something that matters — a sustainable project that brings people together across borders and time zones.
We’re here to help you do it right.
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No. They must partner with a Rotary club or district but can co-lead and participate.
Projects tied to Rotary's Areas of Focus, including education, water, environment, and peace-building.
If the travel and logistics directly support the funded service project, they can often be covered.
