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About Us

The Mission of The Rotary Club of Dayton is to foster a fellowship of diverse business and professional leaders who commit their time and talent to staying informed and serving the club, the community and the world.

The Rotary Club of Dayton is one of the oldest, largest, and most active civic service organizations in the region. Comprised of over 200 of the Miami Valley’s business, civic, academic, and nonprofit leaders, the Rotary Club of Dayton is committed to improving the community through service, philanthropy, and professional development. With hundreds of hours of service accumulated and thousands of grant dollars distributed each year, we are invested in Dayton and the Miami Valley.

 

During the 2024–2025 Rotary year, we distributed $104,000 in grants to 19 local nonprofits and volunteered countless hours feeding, clothing, educating, sheltering, and beautifying our community.

We joined with Kettering Rotary to clean up the Great Miami Riverway ahead of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly.

We meet on Mondays at noon in the Charity Earley Auditorium of the Sinclair Conference Center.

Guests are always welcome – please RSVP to contact@daytonrotary.com if you would like to join us.

News & Events

Meeting Recap
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Meeting Date 04-06-2026

“Supporting Mental Health in Our Community: A Rotary Conversation on Awareness and Mental Health First Aid“ Did you know that: 1 in 5 people will

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Meeting Date 03-30-2026

“Engaged Citizenship in Defense of Democracy“ Established nearly 100 years ago, the Charles F. Kettering Foundation is a nonpartisan, nonprofit operating foundation headquartered in Dayton,

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Meeting Date 03-23-2026

“Dayton Dragons Baseball:  Family Fun and a Great Tradition“ Tom Nichols has been the “voice” of Dayton Dragons baseball on radio and television for the

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Summerfest is BACK for 2025!

Summerfest, presented by the Rotary Club of Dayton, is back for a fun-filled night of music and community! This summer, we’re going to pack the Levitt Pavilion and close out summer with a bang.

Don’t miss your chance to connect with thousands of your neighbors while supporting the great work of the Rotary Club of Dayton Foundation – sponsor Summerfest 2025! All proceeds support our Foundation, a 501(c)3 that provides grant funding to nonprofit organizations throughout the Miami Valley.

Upcoming Meetings

Dayton Weekly Club Meeting In Person or Virtual
Speaker: Rotary on the Road

April 20th 2026 at 12:00 pm
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Dayton Weekly Club Meeting In Person or Virtual
Speaker: Rob Beeler
AES
April 27th 2026 at 12:00 pm
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Dayton Weekly Club Meeting In Person or Virtual
Speaker: Tim Jackson
Advanced Air Mobility
May 4th 2026 at 12:00 pm
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Dayton Weekly Club Meeting In Person or Virtual
Speaker: Marissa Vilardo
PDi Communications Systems
May 11th 2026 at 12:00 pm
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Rotary Club of Dayton at Summerfest 2024
Rotary Club of Dayton at Summerfest 2024.
The Rotary Club of Dayton Foundation presented a $50,000 Signature Grant to Daybreak, Inc. at Summerfest 2024.
The Rotary Club of Dayton Foundation presented a $50,000 Signature Grant to Daybreak, Inc. at Dayton Summerfest 2024.

The Rotary Club of Dayton Foundation

Serving the changing needs of the Greater Dayton community

The Dayton Rotary Club Foundation was formed by members of Dayton Rotary in 1954 by converting remaining funds ($16,517.00) from an old Dayton Rotary Student Loan Fund.

Vision

Become a visible community force to support organizations that demonstrate commitment to service above self, help young people and families in need, improve quality of life and foster a strong partnership with the greater Dayton region

Mission Statement

Provide leadership to leverage the Foundation’s resources as an expression of service to the Dayton region and commitment for the Rotary Club of Dayton

 

Avenues of Service

Our Club thrives thanks to engaged members who are active in service to the community. Through organized Club initiatives, we partner with organizations throughout the Miami Valley to serve and improve our community. 

Through the Rotary Club of Dayton Foundation, our Club supports qualified nonprofit organizations through grants. The Foundation is governed by a board of nine Trustees elected to three-year terms by the Club. It meets quarterly to review and award grants.

With timely speakers and opportunities to hone your professional skills in service of the Club, we are as committed to growing professionally as we are to serving our community.

We joined with Kettering Rotary to clean up the Great Miami Riverway ahead of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly.
We joined with Kettering Rotary to clean up the Great Miami Riverway ahead of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly.
Trustee Scott Kayser presents a $3,000 Impact Grant to Dayton Diaper Depot, represented by Mary Beth Thomas and organization founder Maggie Schneemann. They are joined by Scott's diaper-clad son, Harrison.
Trustee Scott Kayser presents a $3,000 Impact Grant to Dayton Diaper Depot, represented by Mary Beth Thomas and organization founder Maggie Schneemann. They are joined by Scott's diaper-clad son, Harrison.
Rotarian Carolyn Rice, Montgomery County Commissioner, presents the Irv Bieser Peace Award to Alice Young-Basora of the International Peace Museum in Dayton.
Rotarian Carolyn Rice, Montgomery County Commissioner, presents the Irv Bieser Peace Award to Alice Young-Basora of the International Peace Museum in Dayton.

Contact Us

Service Above Self

The Mission of the Rotary Club of Dayton

The Rotary Club of Dayton is a fellowship of diverse business and professional leaders who commit their time and talent to staying informed and serving the club, the community and the world.

Rotary Club of Dayton

3131 South Dixie Drive, Suite 102
Dayton, Ohio 45439
Phone: 937-228-3331

Weekly Meetings

Monday at 12:00 PM

Sinclair Community College
Building 12
Charity Earley Auditorium
Dayton, Ohio
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RSVP to contact@daytonrotary.com

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