[Phoenix, Arizona | May 2025] — Arizonans have more choices to support their favorite charitable causes as the Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division offers three additional specialty license plates, including one honoring Rotarians.

 

With the addition of the Hualapai Tribe, Phoenix Rising FC and Rotary International specialty plates, MVD now offers 104 options that can be viewed at azdot.gov/plates and ordered at azmvdnow.gov/plates.  

 

“Specialty license plates offer a great way to customize a vehicle and show your proud support for one of these uniquely Arizona organizations,” MVD Director Eric Jorgensen said. “MVD is pleased to offer the various plates that will have an impact for the organizations dedicated to improving Arizona and our communities.”

 

Most specialty plates cost $25 each year. Of that amount, $17 goes to a designated charity or nonprofit group. During the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2024, sales of specialty plates contributed over $12 million for various causes and charities. 

 

Specialty plates are authorized by the Arizona Legislature and have been offered since 1989. Plate designs complete a review by ADOT and law enforcement. Personalization can be added for an additional $25 per year.

 

The Rotary International specialty plate is available to anyone, with $17 going to support Rotary clubs in Arizona and their projects.

 

“These license plates will not only showcase our commitment to service but also provide an opportunity for individuals to support Rotary's humanitarian efforts such as education, health, and clean water," said Stephen Phair, president and founder of the Rotary Clubs of Arizona.

 

"This has been a collaborative effort involving Rotarians from every corner of our state, and we are grateful for their contributions. The official license plate will serve as a symbol of Rotary's dedication to making a positive impact in communities locally and globally."  

 

After an extensive two-year process, the Rotary Clubs of Arizona last year unveiled the official license plate design. The board of directors, consisting of Rotarians from Arizona Rotary District 5495 and District 5500, dedicated countless hours to meticulously review submissions, collaborate on designs, and navigate the approval process.

 

Arizona Rotarians shared their ideas, resulting in a variety of creative and passionate submissions.  After careful consideration, the designs were narrowed down and presented to Rotary International for further evaluation.

 

Following approval from Rotary International, the selected designs were submitted to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) for final review.

 

The official license plate will serve as a symbol of Rotary's dedication to making a positive impact in communities locally and globally. Proceeds from the sale of the plates will be divided annually between the two Arizona districts to support various Rotary projects and initiatives aimed at addressing critical issues such as supporting education, fighting disease, providing clean water and promoting peace and protecting the environment.

 

To view and order any specialty plate, please visit azmvdnow.gov. 

 

Rotary members improve lives and bring positive, lasting change to communities around the world by promoting peace, fighting disease, providing clean water and sanitation, supporting education, saving mothers and children, growing local economies and protecting the environment. Rotary’s top priority is the global eradication of polio. Rotary launched its polio immunization program, PolioPlus, in 1985, and in 1988 became a leading partner in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative.

 

Rotary brings together a global network of volunteer leaders dedicated to tackling the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges. Rotary connects 1.4 million members of more than 46,000 Rotary clubs in over 200 countries and geographical areas. Their work improves lives at both the local and international levels, from helping those in need in their own communities to working toward a polio-free world. For more information, visit Rotary.org.

 

 

 

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