Rotary Club of ______________________

Mentorship Committee
After a new members induction ceremony has been completed, it is expected that the
new members Sponsor will continue to act as a guide to the new member for a period
of 4 to 6 weeks, after which time, the Membership Committee will assign a Mentor.
Sponsor Responsibilities
Bring the potential member as a guest to at least 3 club events (either regular
meetings, Assembly or socials). Sponsors can use Be Our Guest cards to cover the
associated costs.
Fill out the New Member Application and submit it to the Membership Committee.
At the induction ceremony, prepare and present a brief bio on the new member.
After the induction ceremony and for a period of 4-6 weeks, accompany and sit with
the new member at club meetings.
Introduce the new member to other club members.
Inform the new member about special meetings and Rotary social events that are
happening before induction and during the 4-6 week period. Attend as many of these
events as possible, and act as an informal host to the new member.
Be readily available to answer questions and provide advice or guidance if asked.
Mentor Responsibilities
Monitor the new members comfort level and involvement in the club through periodic
personal meetings.
Accompany and sit with the new member at club meetings on occasion.
Introduce the new member to other club members.
Explain the various club committees and bring any suggested committee assignments
that are compatible with the new members interests to the Engagement Committee.
Inform the new member about special meetings and Rotary social events held
throughout the year. Attend as many of these events as possible, and act as an informal

host to the new member and the members family, introducing them to other club
members and making them feel at home.
Ensure that the new member understands all club rules, including the attendance
requirement and options.
Monitor the new members attendance. Suggest make-up alternatives, when
necessary, and accompany new members to meeting make-ups, if possible.
Be readily available to answer questions and provide advice or guidance if asked.
A number of exciting RI programs are open to either spouses or children of Rotarians,
including Rotary Youth Exchange, Global Networking Groups, and Rotary Friendship
Exchange.
Share the following suggestions for family involvement with new members:
Invite family members to attend a Rotary club meeting.
Invite family to participate in various club service projects and social activities.
Invite Group Study Exchange teams sponsored or hosted by your club/district to your
home or to a social activity.
Encourage your spouse (and children, when permitted and appropriate) to attend the
district conference, regional conferences, and the RI Convention.
Encourage your children who meet the age requirement to join an Interact club (ages
14-18) or Rotaract club (ages 18-30).
Mentoring Resources
Present the following items to new members and review the materials with them:
Welcome to Rotary: Mentoring Worksheet
Inventory of Interests
Club Roster (included in New Member induction kit)
Mentors business card and personal contact information
Note: Both the mentor and new member should keep a copy of the completed forms