CENTENARY AWARD

To commemorate the centenary of Rotary International in 2005, Dudley Rotary created a fund of £10,000 to be awarded at £1000 over 10 years to worthy organisations within the Dudley borough serving young people, who may be disadvantaged or needy, for their training and encouragement.

The recipient of the Award for 2024 is the Priory Boxing Club.

ROY PEDLEY AWARD

The Roy Pedley Award for Student Excellence: This award, in memory of a popular and long-serving member, was established by his family and the Rotary Club in association with Dudley College to showcase the brightest and most talented fashion, design and textile students in the area. Ths 2024 winner was Winner Hatty Westwood.

ACHIEVER AWARDS

In every school there are pupils who never come top of the class not make the first team in sport but nevertheless achieve goals above those that might be expected of them. Often they achieve it in the face of adverse circumstances – very poor homes, having to be a carer for a parent are examples. These awards, given to primary school children recognise those achievements. Each school taking part nominates a pupil who receives a shield and a book token. The awards are made at the end of the summer term.

ROTARY YOUTH COMPETITIONS

Rotary GB&I and District 1210 run competitions for Key Stage 3 & 4 pupils to show their skills in a range of activities. Dudley Rotary runs the local heats for young chefs, photographers and musicians. The winners go on to District finals and in some cases to national finals.

RYLA

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is an intensive leadership experience organized by Rotary clubs and districts where youngsters develop their skills as a leader while having fun and making connections. Each year Dudey Rotary offers bursaries to pay for up to 3 young people to attend the course.