RCC

A Rotary Community Corps is a group of non-Rotarian men and women who share Rotarian's commitment to service,under the guidance of a sponsoring Rotary club.Dedicated RCC members put their own skills to work to improve the quality of life in their communities and in community abroad.
RCC Goals:-
Encourage individuals to take responsibility for the improvement of their community or village.
Recognize the dignity and value of all useful occupations.
Mobilize self-help activities and collective work to improve quality of life.
Encourage the development of human potential to its fullest, within the context of the local culture and community.
RCC is the brain child of M.A.T. Caparas (RI President 1986-87).

RCC began in 1985.
RI board adopted the program in 1988.
Initially it was named Rotary Village Corps-RVC but in November1999 RI changed the named to RCC.
Today with 133193 members in 5,791 active RCCs with 2,000 Rotary club sponsors,RCC is present in 71 countries,
One of the wonderful aspects of RCC is its flexibility. Rotary clubs around the world can sponsor a RCC both rural & urban areas in developing as well as developed countries.
RCC gives an opportunity for Rotarians and non-Rotarians to work together to foster enduring community development. Rotarians oversee projects but allow corps members to increase their independence.
RCC Guidelines:
Membership should be open to non-Rotarian men and women reside, are employed, or study near the Corps' community.
RCCs should meet at least once per month.
No meeting of the RCC is deemed official unless a member of the Rotary club is present.
RCCs are encouraged to undertake two major projects annually.
Any membership dues should be nominal.
Every year completed Annual Update and Project Data form is to be submitted to R.I.
RCCs work to organize sustainable development for the community in which they live.
Here Are Few Project Examples for RCC:
Establish a literacy center or tutoring group at a local school or library.
Set up a clinic for people who can not afford regular health care.
To organize a RCC, introduce the program to Rotary club.Recruit RCC members and familiarize them with Rotary. Review guidelines and submit organization form.After R.I.receives the completed form,an official charter certificate is mailed to the president of the sponsoring Rotary club.
All RCCs should add to their names the name of sponsor club also as "sponsored by Rotary club of (name)."
Rotary Club Support :The Rotary club plays an important role in the initial phase of RCC development to
Orient new members and help elect officers.
Assist developing long-term financial and operating plans.
Maintain the enthusiasm and focus of members.
Promote RCC to potential members.
Communicate success stories to local media and Rotary International.
RCC Structure: RCC are encouraged to elect a leadership group for a one-year term. Choose a representative from within the leadership group.
District Structure: District governors are encouraged to appoint RCC chairs to support existing RCCs, work to improve the program and implement new methods to ensure success.
As partners in service, RCC members and Rotarians have the opportunity to : 1 develop communication leadership skills. 2 Enhance community pride.3 Share the responsibility to take charge of their community's future.