RYLA Rotarian Visit Day
Have you ever wondered what really happens during a week at Iowa RYLA?
We invite you to join us on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, for Rotarian Visit Day at Grinnell College and experience the energy, leadership development, and life-changing impact of Iowa RYLA firsthand.
This year’s Visit Day coincides with our popular Shark Tank Experience, where nearly 200 high school students work in teams to develop a service project they can take back to their communities. Throughout the day, conferees participate in a series of Rotary-themed challenges, learn about Rotary’s history and values, and build a project proposal before presenting it to a panel of judges.
As a visiting Rotarian, you will have the opportunity to:
• Shadow a Team Lead and experience RYLA from the inside
• Observe student leadership development in action
• Participate in portions of the Shark Tank Experience
• Serve as a subject matter expert for student project presentations
• Learn more about how RYLA impacts young leaders across Iowa
• Meet the Iowa RYLA leadership team and ask questions about the program
To make participation convenient, we are offering two check-in options:
Option 1: Check-in at 8:00 a.m.
Option 2: Check-in at 9:30 a.m.
The day’s activities conclude at approximately 4:00 p.m.
Lunch is available in the Grinnell College Dining Hall for $14 per person, or guests are welcome to dine off campus.
Whether your club currently sponsors RYLA students or you are simply curious about the program, this is an excellent opportunity to see firsthand how Rotary is developing the next generation of leaders.
Please register by completing the Visit Day form:
RYLA Rotarian Visit Day Sign Up 2026
Additional details, including the full agenda and volunteer opportunities, are included here: 2026 Iowa RYLA Rotarian Visit Day
We hope you’ll join us for an inspiring day at Iowa RYLA 2026!
Steve Wieneke and Iowa RYLA Leadership Team