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Why the Pins?


Recognition levels are determined based on the following guidelines:
Recognition Total Pin Level
US $2,000 to 2,999.99 one sapphire
3,000 to 3,999.99 two sapphires
4,000 to 4,999.99 three sappires
5,000 to 5,999.99 four sapphires
6,000 to 6,999.99 five sapphires
7,000 to 7,999.99 one ruby
8,000 to 8,999.99 two rubies
9,000 to 9,999.99 three rubies
Paul Harris Fellow/Multiple Paul Harris Fellow

Anyone who contributes – or in whose name is contributed – a gift of US$1,000 or more to the Annual Programs Fund may become a Paul Harris Fellow. Each new Paul Harris Fellow receives a commemorative certificate, a Paul Harris Fellow pin, and a medallion. Donors are eligible for Paul Harris Fellow recognition when their cumulative giving reaches US$1,000.

For additional gifts totaling US$1,000 or more, a Paul Harris Fellow:

  • is recognized as a Multiple Paul Harris Fellow
  • may also choose to honor someone else as a Paul Harris Fellow with their Foundation Recognition Points, formerly called “available credit”
  • is eligible to receive a Multiple Paul Harris Fellow pin with additional stones.
Become a Paul Harris Fellow/Multiple Paul Harris Fellow Today

Help support the educational and humanitarian programs of the Foundation by making a gift to The Rotary Foundation’s Annual Programs Fund today. Simply complete the Recognition and Contribution form and mail it back to us with your check.

To find out how much you need to contribute to become a Paul Harris Fellow or to reach the next level of Multiple Paul Harris Fellow recognition, contact your Donor Services Representative.

Thank you for your support.


Frequently Asked Questions about Paul Harris Fellow and Multiple Paul Harris Fellow Recognition

Q: What types of contributions are eligible for Paul Harris Fellow or Multiple Paul Harris Fellow recognition?

A: All contributions to the Annual Programs Fund and/ or restricted gifts are eligible.

Q: Can a business or organization be a Paul Harris Fellow?

A: No. Occasionally, a donor contributes US$1,000 and wishes to recognize a business or organization. In these instances, since Paul Harris Fellow recognition can only be presented to individuals, a Certificate of Appreciation is given instead.

Q: Can I name someone else a Paul Harris Fellow?

A: Yes. There are two ways to do this: You may make a contribution of US$1,000 and ask that the recognition be awarded to another person. Or you may contribute Recognition Points to another person. Recognition Points are accumulated when a Paul Harris Fellow has made a personal contribution in addition to his or her initial gift of US$1,000. At the same time that

the donor’s recognition level increases through this new gift, he or she also accrues Recognition Points, which can be transferred to other donors’ accounts. If 1,000 Recognition Points are transferred to one person, that individual becomes a Paul Harris Fellow. The Recognition Points can also be split between multiple accounts. For example, if 1,000 Recognition Points were divided equally between two people who had not previously contributed to the Foundation, each of those individuals would need to contribute only an additional US$500 to become Paul Harris Fellows.

Q: Can Recognition Points also be used to name Multiple Paul Harris Fellows?

A: Yes. A donor who is already a Paul Harris Fellow becomes a Multiple Paul Harris Fellow if 1,000 Recognition Points are transferred to his or her account.

Q: When do Recognition Points expire?

A: Foundation Recognition Points no longer expire.


For further information on Paul Harris Fellow or Multiple Paul Harris Fellow recognition, contact your Development Services representative. Be sure to include your district number when sending any correspondence.