Rotary is a global network of more than 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. More information can be found on Rotary International's website at https://www.rotary.org/en/about-rotary (https://www.rotary.org/en/about-rotary) Iowa RYLA is supported by the two Iowa Rotary districts: District 5970: representing Rotary clubs in the northern half of Iowa and includes cities of Cedar Rapids, Waterloo and Dubuque. https://www.district5970.org (https://www.district5970.org) District 6000: representing the southern half of Iowa and includes Des Moines, Iowa City, Bettendorf and Ames. https://rotary6000.org (https://rotary6000.org)

Please see the map of Rotary clubs for the state of Iowa. If you are applying from outside the state of Iowa, please send an email to info@iowaryla.org

Yes. As part of your application, you agree to participate in the program for its entirety outside of illness and other similar circumstances. RYLA is built on the foundation of team building and each RYLA participant is an integral member of their team. There are no exceptions to this requirement.

Great question! We have a list of items you should bring including your WATER BOTTLE! You can review the complete list in this document in this link. (https://www.iowaryla.org/_files/ugd/9df88c_09873063d1b74fa4a7694dea84dffa9f.pdf)

You should first contact your local Rotary club for sponsorship before applying online. You can check this list of Rotary Clubs (https://www.iowaryla.org/rotary-club-contacts)and use this online application (https://www.iowaryla.org/apply)to apply.