Statement of Purpose

The purpose of this fellowship is to engage Rotary members and friends in the education and enjoyment of Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO).

Please Note: This Fellowship is in development and not fully chartered: any applications will be on hold until we are approved. 

Member Benefits

Being a Charter Member

One Time Fee of $100 Annually – covers Fellowship operational expenses and future samples.

What a charter member can expect from this Fellowship is the following:

  • Help build the Fellowship. Get involved. Be a leader. Create the space others will strive to join.
  • Recruit others. We need 25 charter members to start from 5 countries. Both Rotarians and non-Rotarians. Ask your friends if they are interested and encourage them to apply.
  • Monthly newsletter. This will be a platform for sharing ideas that are submitted by members. Plan events. Exchange photos, samples and thoughts.
  • Annual Harvest Feedback- both Northern and Southern Hemisphere harvest results will be shared with members.
  • Producers can seek support. If you are an EVOO producer and have a brand you want help with, this Fellowship will have members who can and want to help.
  • Meet Ups: Plan meet ups in various cities such as: New York Fancy Foods Show, San Diego Fancy Foods Show, Taste of Firenze, and Tawian for the 2026 Rotary Convention.