What Membership Means at Key City Rotary

Rotary is more than weekly meetings or service hours—it’s a way of thinking and a way of being.
If you’re looking for purpose, connection, and impact, there’s a place for you in Rotary.

What Key City Rotary Is

• • A network of volunteers focused on service above self
  • A local group of people who take action on issues that matter to our Frederick, Maryland community
  • A place to connect with others, build friendships, and grow as a leader
  • Part of a worldwide organization with access to international partnerships and resources

What Key City Rotary Isn’t

• A business referral group (though networking naturally happens)
• A secret society or exclusive club (ask to visit our club)
• A stuffy, judgy group of bros who are still trying to impress Dad

What Members Do

• Attend regular meetings and service projects
• Support local and global service initiatives
• Collaborate on meaningful projects that make a visible impact
• Enjoy opportunities for leadership, personal growth, and connection

Membership Expectations

• Contribute time and energy to club service
• Support the Rotary Foundation or club fundraising efforts as you’re able
• Treat others with respect and bring a spirit of service to everything we do

How to Join

Becoming a member of Key City Rotary is simple—and it starts with a conversation.

1. Visit a Club Meeting
Experience one of our meetings and see if our “main character energy” is right for you. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month for lunch at The Arc on Market Street, Frederick, MD.

• • • If you already know a Key City Rotary member, come as their guest.
    • If not, request an invitation to visit.

2. Get to Know Us
Attend at least one meeting with your host. You’ll get a feel for our culture, our service work, and the people who make it all happen.

3. Submit Your Application
If it feels like the right fit, your host will help you complete a short application. From there, our membership team will guide you through the next steps.