The purpose of Rotary is to bring together business and professional leaders in order to provide humanitarian service and to advance goodwill locally, nationally and globally. It is a non-political and non-religious organization open to all.

Rotary is the oldest service club in the world. Its ranks include executives, managers, and professionals – people who make decisions and influence policy. Rotarians welcome and seek out the opportunity to serve and build partnerships within the communities where they live.

The Rotary Club of West Ashley – Charleston was founded over seventy-five years ago. There are currently sixty-five members in the club, representing various professions, including, business owners, banking, legal, insurance, retail, real estate, health care, and other segments of the Charleston community. Locally, the club raises funds for charitable purposes.