Mission & Vision
Our Mission
The Rotary Club of Joliet unites leaders, professionals, and community members in service to others. Guided by Rotary's motto, Service Above Self, we build meaningful relationships, uphold high ethical standards, and work together to improve lives in our community and throughout the world.
Through volunteer service, charitable giving, leadership development, and community partnerships, we identify needs, create opportunities, and take action to make a lasting difference.
Our Vision
We envision a stronger Joliet and a better world where people come together across professions, backgrounds, and generations to create positive change.
As a Rotary club, we strive to:
- Strengthen our community through service and volunteerism
- Support youth, education, and leadership development
- Address hunger, health, literacy, and other critical community needs
- Foster goodwill, friendship, and understanding among people
- Advance Rotary's global mission of promoting peace, health, and opportunity
- Inspire current and future generations to lead through service
Our Legacy
Founded in 1913, the Rotary Club of Joliet is proud to be one of the earliest Rotary clubs in the world. For more than a century, our members have worked together to strengthen our community through service projects, charitable initiatives, and collaborative partnerships.
Our impact is measured not only in dollars raised or projects completed, but in the lives improved, opportunities created, and relationships built through a shared commitment to service.
Our Values
Service
We place the needs of others before ourselves and seek opportunities to create meaningful, lasting impact.
Integrity
We demonstrate honesty, accountability, and ethical leadership in all that we do.
Fellowship
We build connections that encourage collaboration, friendship, and community.
Leadership
We empower individuals to lead through action and service.
Diversity & Inclusion
We welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives who share a commitment to making a difference.
The Rotary Difference
Rotary believes that lasting change begins when people of action come together in fellowship and service. Whether supporting local nonprofits, mentoring young leaders, investing in literacy, combating hunger, or participating in global humanitarian efforts, Joliet Rotarians are united by a simple idea:
When committed people work together in service, they can accomplish extraordinary things.
Join Us
If you are looking for a meaningful way to serve your community, build lasting relationships, and help create positive change, we invite you to learn more about the Rotary Club of Joliet and become part of our tradition of Service Above Self.