CHAPTER I

Rotary Code of Policies 240
January 2013
their entirety. There should be no overlap between Sponsor's logo and the Rotary emblem
or other Rotary Mark; the two images should be clearly spaced so as to be two separate
and distinct images.
8. The Rotary Marks may be reproduced in any one color, but if they are to be
reproduced in more than one color, they must be reproduced in their official colors (royal
blue and gold (PMS Blue 286; PMS Metallic Gold 871 or PMS Yellow 123 C or 115 U)
for the Rotary emblem and the TRF logo; information available on other Marks, as
necessary).
9. Sponsor recognizes that the Rotary Marks may only be reproduced by a vendor
authorized by RI to do so. Whenever possible, reproductions of the Rotary Marks should
be done by an RI officially licensed vendor. If the desired goods are not reasonably
available from a RI licensee, a release must be obtained from the RI Licensing Section.
10. If goods are being produced in connection with an alcohol industry sponsor, the
Rotary emblem should not be included on the labels of the alcohol products. (January
2012 Mtg., Bd. Dec. 201)
Source: October 1998 Mtg., Bd. Dec. 86; Amended by August 2000 Mtg., Bd. Dec. 64; November 2000 Mtg., Bd. Dec. 133;
November 2001 Mtg., Bd. Dec. 71; June 2002 Mtg., Bd. Dec. 245; November 2006 Mtg., Bd. Dec. 35; November 2007 Mtg., Bd.
Dec. 32; January 2008 Mtg., Bd. Dec. 142; June 2010 Mtg., Bd. Dec. 182; January 2012 Mtg., Bd. Dec. 201
33.030.15. Rotary Marks on Publications
It is improper for the Rotary Marks to be used on a pamphlet, on a website, or in any
other promotional materials issued by anyone other than RI or another Rotary Entity,
except in accordance with RI’s sponsorship and cooperative relationship policies and
under the provisions of RI’s licensing system. The Board has adopted specific guidelines
for community projects for Rotary clubs and districts. (See Rotary Code of Policies
sections 33.040.6. and 33.040.7.) (May 2011 Mtg., Bd. Dec. 202)
Source: June. 1930 Mtg., Bd. Dec. I; Amended by May 2003 Mtg., Bd. Dec. 324; November 2007 Mtg., Bd. Dec. 32; May 2011
Mtg., Bd. Dec. 202
33.030.16. Use of the Rotary Marks for Endorsement Purposes
It is not within the scope of RI or its member clubs to endorse programs or activities of
any other organization. (June 1998 Mtg., Bd. Dec. 348)
Source: January 1955 Mtg., Bd. Dec. 87; November 1996 Mtg., Bd. Dec. 69
Cross References
11.040.6. Guidelines for Rotary Clubs, Rotary Districts and Other Rotary Entities for
Sponsorship or Cooperative Relationship Purposes
33.040.3. Use of Rotary Marks by RI Officers in Publications
33.040.4. Use of Rotary Marks on Websites of RI Officers
34.010. General RI Licensing Principles
36.010. Guidelines for Sponsorship of RI Meetings, Events, Projects and Programs
51.010.5. Use of Emblem in Magazine Advertising
52.020.1. Guidelines for Rotary Club, District, and other Rotary Entity Electronic Publications