Giving & Fundraising

One Profits Most Who Serves Best
The Rotary Club of Mesa is deeply committed to “Service Above Self.” Our projects and programs make a real difference—locally and globally—but we don’t do it alone. Through the support of donors, sponsors, and volunteers, we’re able to fund scholarships, youth leadership programs, local service projects, and international aid initiatives.

What Your Donations Support:

Youth Scholarships, Exchanges & Leadership Development

 
 
We invest in Mesa’s next generation by awarding scholarships to local high school seniors and sponsoring students to attend RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards)—a transformative leadership retreat that builds confidence, character, and community. We also sponsor and host international exchange students as part of Rotary International's Youth Exchange program. 

Hands-On Local Projects


From park cleanups to food drives to community events, we roll up our sleeves to meet real needs in Mesa.

Global Humanitarian Support


Through Rotary International partnerships, we contribute to global initiatives such as polio eradication, clean water projects, and disaster relief.
 
Featured 2025-6 Fundraiser: Scarface Mountain Trail Run

This year, we’re thrilled to present the Scarface Mountain Trail Run, a signature fundraising event organized by our club. It’s more than just a race—it’s a community celebration of wellness, giving, and service.

Half of the proceeds from the event go directly to our scholarship fund, youth programs, and local service projects through our charitable foundation, and half will go to Mesa United Way-Foster 360 to support their charity efforts.

Ways to participate:

  • Register to run or hike

  • Become an event sponsor

  • Volunteer or donate directly

More information can be found on the event's Facebook page:

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Honoring a Legacy of Giving

Since its formation in 1921, Rotary Club of Mesa has connected neighbors, business leaders, and problem-solvers to take action and create lasting change. That tradition lives on through the service and generosity of members, sponsors, and donors like you.

When you give to the Rotary Club of Mesa—through donating your time and resources, you become part of something bigger. Your support helps fund youth leadership programs, college scholarships, local service projects, and even global humanitarian aid. Whether you give once or give often, your contribution fuels real-world impact, right here in our community and beyond.

 
 
 
Rotary was founded in 1905 by Paul Harris, a Chicago attorney who believed that fellowship and service could change the world. His vision grew into a global movement rooted in service, leadership, and charitable impact. Today, thousands of Rotarians are recognized with Paul Harris Fellowships for their generous support of Rotary’s mission.
Ralph Palmer, a dedicated Mesa businessman, brought that same spirit to Arizona when he founded the Rotary Club of Mesa in 1921. His leadership helped establish a long-standing tradition of community service and philanthropy right here in the East Valley—a legacy we continue to honor through every project, scholarship, and act of giving.
 
Tom Kollenborn Chronicles: Dr. Ralph Fleetwood Palmer

Ways to Give

 

Donate to Rotary Club of Mesa Foundation

To manage charitable contributions and ensure tax-deductibility, we operate through the Rotary Club of Mesa Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. While the Foundation is legally and financially separate from the club itself, it serves as our official giving arm—allowing individuals and businesses to contribute in a meaningful and transparent way.

Donate to Rotary International

 This internationally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit supports Rotary’s worldwide efforts in areas like polio eradication, clean water and sanitation, and literacy. You can choose to support a specific cause or contribute to the Annual Fund, which powers global grants and partnerships.

To donate or learn more, visit:

https://my.rotary.org/en/donate