Rotary Club of Kandy

Community & Non-Profit · Kandy

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About

The Rotary Club of Kandy is the fourth oldest Rotary club in Sri Lanka, founded in 1941 following a historic meeting called by the then Government Agent of Kandy, E.T. Dyson. The club was chartered on 24 September 1941 (Certificate No. 5491) with Rtn. Dyson as Charter President, and its charter ceremony was held on 24 February 1942 under the patronage of Past District Governor Sir Chittapalam Gardiner. With a proud legacy of "Service and Friendship since 1941," the club brings together a dedicated and diverse group of professionals united by a passion for service.

Mission: To enhance the quality of life of the poor, underprivileged and marginalised in the community, and to promote goodwill and peace.

Vision: An effective and vibrant club dedicated to serving people regardless of cultural, racial and religious divides, following the Rotary ideal of "Service above Self."

Key facts:

4th oldest Rotary club in Sri Lanka

69+ active members

100% Paul Harris Fellow (PHF) and Every Rotarian Every Year (EREY) club

8 signature projects focused on strategic initiatives for sustainable community growth

Dedicated 2025/2026 club leadership committed to service and ethics

Get involved: The club welcomes those interested in learning about its projects, events and partners, and offers opportunities to volunteer, sponsor local events, or join its efforts to make a positive difference

Summary

Rotary Club of Kandy is a long-standing, member-driven service organisation combining decades of humanitarian leadership with a diverse, unified membership committed to improving lives and promoting peace in the Kandy community and beyond.

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