About Us
Our Story
Three Decades of Service in Almaty
The Rotary Club of Almaty was chartered in 1994 as Kazakhstan emerged as an independent nation. A small group of visionary business and civic leaders believed that the Rotary spirit of "Service Above Self" was exactly what their growing city needed.
Over thirty years, we have grown from a founding group of 12 to over 80 active members representing every sector of Almaty society — and our work has touched hundreds of thousands of lives.
Club Founded
Rotary Club of Almaty chartered on 15 March 1994 with 12 founding members under District 2430.
First Major Project
Delivered clean water infrastructure to three villages in the Almaty region.
Rotaract Chapter Launched
Established the Rotaract Club of Almaty, engaging university students in service.
Paul Harris Fellowship Dinner
Annual tradition begins, celebrating members who exemplify Rotary values.
Polio-Free Milestone
Partnered with WHO on End Polio Now campaigns across Kazakhstan.
Youth Exchange Expansion
Grew Youth Exchange program to include 12 host families and 8 outbound students per year.
Global Grant Award
Received first Rotary Foundation Global Grant for maternal health in rural Kazakhstan.
Environmental Initiative
Launched "Green Almaty" tree-planting programme — 5,000 trees in two years.
30th Anniversary
Celebrated three decades of service with a gala, alumni reunion and a legacy scholarship fund.
Be Part of the Next Chapter
Our story is still being written. Join us and help shape the future of Almaty and beyond.
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