Rotary Poetry Awards
Presented by Rotary eClub of Innovation
Rotary Poetry Awards 2026
A modern, global celebration of poetry, creativity and community impact.
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from 1 November 2025
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Will you be Rotary Poet of the Year?
Create something beautiful, support good causes, and inspire others.
Coming soon – a refreshed awards experience
RotaryPoetry.org is evolving with a clean, accessible platform for poets of all ages. Expect streamlined entry, transparent judging, and ways to amplify your impact through charitable donations linked to your submission.
Global entries
Seven Languages
Fair, independent judging
Showcase & recognition
At a glance
Programme
Rotary Poetry Awards 2026Entries open
1 November 2025Theme
Compose & DonateWebsite
RotaryPoetry.org ↗Key dates
Submissions open
1 Nov 2025
Closing Date
30th April 2026
Poet of the Year Award
13th June 2026 (Taipei)
Exact dates and full guidelines will be published on the official website.
Compose & Donate
Your words can raise funds for projects that change lives. When entries open, you will be able to donate alongside your submission and help Rotary initiatives worldwide.
Categories for 2025/26
- Limericks
- Sonnets
- Peace and harmony around the world. (Unite for good)
- Poems on any general subject.
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