Rochester Rotary Award

Rochester Rotary Award

The oldest and most prestigious civic award in Rochester, the Rochester Rotary Award has been presented annually since the organization's founding.

Award Purpose

Recognizes community members who:
• Demonstrate exceptional community spirit
• Touch the lives of many citizens
• Serve as a positive role model
• Promote a philosophy of Service Above Self
• Share wisdom and knowledge to empower others

Eligibility

• Community members with significant contributions to others and the Rochester region
• Those who exemplify Rotary's "Service Above Self" motto

Geographic Scope

• Rochester, New York and greater Rochester region

Recent Recipients

• 86th (2026): Justin L. Vigdor
• 85th (2023): Elaine Spaull, PhD, JD
• 83rd (2021): Dr. Vito Quatela
• 82nd (2019): Paul DeCarolis

Contact Information

Rochester Rotary Charitable Trusts Inc
• Address: 180 Linden Oaks, Suite 200, Rochester, NY 14625
• Phone: (585) 546-7435
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: rochesterrotary.org