Welcome, we are the Fellowship of PDGs and Friends!

The primary purpose of the fellowship is to improve and enhance the existing friendship and fellowship among Rotarians who have served as district governors by increasing the number of reunions and similar events at all levels of Rotary, including the annual conventions.

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The secondary purposes are to provide additional opportunities for past district governors to remain actively involved and connected at the international level of Rotary and to motivate past district governors to support important Rotary activities, such as PolioPlus, TRF fundraising, international service projects, and membership growth.

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Uniting Rotary Leaders Across Generations in Taipei

This year’s Fellowship Brunch captures a powerful moment in Rotary’s journey – bringing together past, current, and incoming leadership around a shared vision to Unite for Good and Create Lasting Impact. Discover how this unique gathering connects experience with the future of Rotary service.

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"We have to be doing some things differently if we're to expect a different outcome."

That challenge comes from Brian King, Rotary International's Director of Membership Growth and Club Experience, who recently shared a concrete and inspiring plan for reaching 1.25 million Rotarians by 2030 with the Fellowship of Past District Governors.

Watch the full presentation to hear how a five-year commitment to sustainable growth – and the will to see it through – and will shape Rotary's next chapter.

Our Mission

The purposes of the PDGs Fellowship, as stated in the bylaws, are as follows:

The primary purpose of the fellowship is to improve and enhance the existing friendship and fellowship among Rotarians who have served as district governors by increasing the number of reunions and similar events at all levels of Rotary, including the annual conventions. The secondary purposes are to provide additional opportunities for past district governors to remain actively involved and connected at the international level of Rotary and to motivate past district governors to support important Rotary activities, such as PolioPlus, TRF fundraising, international service projects, and membership growth.