Overview (Since 2001)
In 2001, 40 like-minded members founded the Rotary Club of Coimbatore Manchester (RCCM). Chartered on 17 October 2001 with the support of the Rotary Club of Coimbatore Uptown, the club has grown steadily under strong leadership.
Guided by fellowship and service, RCCM carries out impactful projects aligned with Rotary International and District 3201 priorities. Members and families actively contribute, with several holding district roles and bringing recognition to the club.
Members Ann and Annette actively support service projects, and the club is well represented in RI District 3201 with members holding key district roles.
For over 21 years, the club’s presidents, officers, and members have carried out numerous community service projects.
Paul Harris – Founder of Rotary
Paul Percy Harris, born on April 19, 1868, in Racine, Wisconsin, founded Rotary with a vision of service and community. Raised in Wallingford by his grandparents, he inherited a spirit of tolerance and dedication.
After earning his law degree in 1891, he traveled extensively, gaining experiences that shaped his vision. In 1900, he married Jean Thomson, who played a key role in Rotary’s growth. An avid reader and writer, his words and ideas remain inspiring.
Paul Harris passed away on January 27, 1947, in Chicago. Today, The Rotary Foundation honors donors of $1,000 as Paul Harris Fellows (PHF) in his memory.
Rotary - Brief History
On 27 February 1896, Paul Harris arrived in Chicago to build his future and began his law practice.
Inspired by the sense of community he experienced in his village, Harris envisioned a fellowship of professionals — one member from each occupation — built on friendship, tolerance, and mutual support.
On 23 February 1905, Paul Harris, Gustavus Loehr, Silvester Schiele, and Hiram Shorey met at Loehr’s office in downtown Chicago for what became the first meeting of Rotary Club.
Harris later served as the third president of the Chicago club (1907–1908) and worked to expand Rotary beyond Chicago. By 1910, Rotary had grown to several major cities across the United States.
Following the success of his idea, Paul Harris expanded Rotary beyond Chicago. The second club was established in San Francisco in 1908, and by 1910, ten more clubs had been formed.
Much of this growth was supported by Chesley R. Perry, whom Harris called “the builder of Rotary International.”
In 1910, 16 Rotary clubs with around 1,800 members came together to form the National Association of Rotary Clubs. Paul Harris was unanimously elected as its president.
He served for two years — the only president to do so — and was later honored as President Emeritus for life.
Object Of Rotary
The object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and in particular to encourage and foster
The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service. Rotarians have the opportunity to create relationships with many business, professional and community leaders.
High ethical standards in business and profession; the recognition of worthiness of all useful occupations and the dignifying of each Rotarian’s occupation as an opportunity to serve society. Being a Rotarian authenticates the person and their business or profession.
The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian’s personal, business and community life. Rotarians nurture this personal characteristic the cornerstone of building and sustaining relationship.
The advancement of international understanding, goodwill and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service. Rotarians become better world citizens and often build lasting international relationships.
Vision
Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.
Mission
He Profits Most
Who Serves Best
Service Above Self
Core Values
Service Above Self
Placing community welfare above personal or professional gain.
Integrity & Ethics
Upholding high ethical standards in all vocations and actions, guided by the Rotary Four-Way Test.
Fellowship & Friendship
Building lasting relationships based on mutual respect, trust, and inclusiveness.
Commitment to Community
Addressing real societal needs through meaningful, hands-on service projects.
Leadership & Responsibility
Developing responsible leaders who inspire change and serve as role models.
Sustainability & Impact
Focusing on long-term solutions that create measurable and lasting benefits.
Team & Expertise
Rotary Club of Coimbatore Manchester brings together a diverse group of professionals, entrepreneurs, and service-minded leaders from fields such as healthcare, engineering, finance, education, law, manufacturing, technology, and social development.
Experienced leadership with decades of collective Rotary service
Hands-on project execution supported by members, Ann’s and Annette’s
District and international representation, contributing beyond the club level Collaborative teamwork, ensuring transparency, accountability, and impact
This blend of professional expertise and humanitarian commitment enables the club to design and implement projects that are both effective and sustainable.