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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Volunteering Opportunities Await!

You were a great District Governor. Now it's time to be a great Past District Governor.

Peace is built by people, and we can help find the next one. In a recent presentation to our fellowship, Past Trustee Geeta Manek, Chair of the Rotary Peace Centers Committee, reminded us that nearly 2,000 Peace Fellows are already building peace in more than 140 countries, and that our experience, networks, and voices can open the door for many more. Talk about the program. Recommend a promising candidate. Invite a local alumnus to speak at your club. Applications open February 1, and you may be the reason someone applies. Watch the recording and see how you can help.

Join the PDGs Fellowship on November 17 as Past District Governor Chuck Corrigan, Chair of the Paul and Jean Harris Home Foundation, shares the story of the Paul & Jean Harris Home, the Chicago residence of Rotary's founder. [Read more]

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.