Rotarians are members of Rotary clubs, which belong to the global association Rotary International (RI). Each club elects its own officers and enjoys considerable autonomy within the framework of Rotary's constitution and by-laws.

1.2 million Rotarians in over 200 countries are members of approximately 33,000 clubs, which are grouped into 530 Rotary districts, each led by a district governor, who is an officer of RI. The district administration, including assistant governors and various committees, guides and supports the clubs. Effective clubs strive to sustain or increase their membership base, participate in service projects that benefit their own community and those in other countries, support the Rotary Foundation financially and through program participation and develop leaders capable of serving in Rotary beyond the club level.

The club is the cornerstone of Rotary, and attending weekly meetings allows members to enjoy their club's fellowship and enrich their professional and personal knowledge. If members miss their own club's meeting, they are encouraged to expand their Rotary horizons by attending make-up meetings at any Rotary club in the world... a practice that guarantees Rotarians a warm welcome in communities around the globe.  Regular attendance helps members fulfill another important responsibility... participating in club service projects. Members learn about their club's involvement in local and international projects and can volunteer their time and talents where they are most needed.  The Rotary Club of Hudson was founded in 1930, 25 years after the very first Rotary club in 1905.

Object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

Club Members are always welcome at Board Meetings!
(Board meetings take place the second Wed. of each month, immediately following the regular meeting).