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Association: Round Table Norway
Category: Orphan or Widow Funds

Round Table Norway operates a formal Bereavement Fund, established to provide rapid financial assistance to the family of a member in the event of death — whether it is the member, the partner (spouse or cohabitant), or a legal child. Payments are made promptly, typically within one week of confirmation, with standard amounts linked to Norway’s National Insurance base amount (0.5 G for a member or partner, and 0.3 G for a child). The RTN Central Board administers the fund and determines the beneficiary.

The fund maintains a minimum balance of 1.2 G, and when payouts reduce it below that threshold, an equal contribution per member is collected and invoiced to clubs to restore the fund. Investment returns remain part of the fund, ensuring sustainable long-term support. This structure provides swift and reliable financial help to families while maintaining strong financial governance.

The following is a translated extract of the statute for the RTNO BEREAVEMENT FUND.
Note: that the current version might have been updated, and the following is published for general information only.

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STATUTES FOR ROUND TABLE NORWAY’S BEREAVEMENT FUND

Adopted at the national meeting in 2000. Amended at the national meetings in 2018, 2023, and 2024.

§1 – NAME/PURPOSE
Round Table Norway’s Bereavement Fund. The purpose of the fund is to provide prompt financial assistance to the bereaved family if a member dies, or if a member’s partner or legal child dies, regardless of the cause of death. A partner is defined as a spouse or cohabitant. The fund may not be used for any other purpose.

§2 – RECIPIENTS OF PAYMENTS
The bereaved of a paying member of RTN, through one of RTN’s local clubs, may receive a payment from the fund. A paying member is defined as anyone listed in the membership register as an active member, bonus member, or on leave.

§3 – PAYMENTS FROM THE FUND
If a member, the member’s partner, or the member’s child dies, the fund’s board must be notified as soon as possible, preferably by the member’s club chairman or district chairman. The board must then ensure reliable confirmation that the situation is genuine, though no formal documentation is required. Once it is confirmed that a payment will be made, the board must strive for prompt disbursement, no later than one week after the decision. The standard payment is 0.5 G (the National Insurance base amount) for a member or member’s partner, and 0.3 G for a member’s child per death. If multiple payments are needed simultaneously, the board may, at its discretion, reduce the amounts so that the total does not exceed the fund’s balance. If payments are made by partners, the board may reduce the fund’s payment to a minimum of 0.25 G. The total payment from RTN and partners must be at least 0.5 G for a member or partner, and 0.3 G for a member’s child. The board decides the recipient of the fund payment, but the usual order of priority is: spouse, own children, cohabitant, parents, siblings.

§4 – THE FUND’S BOARD
The current central board of RTN shall serve as the fund’s board. The board’s decisions cannot be overruled by other RTN bodies, provided they do not conflict with the fund’s statutes. The board is required to submit an annual report and accounts to the national meeting. The current auditor of RTN shall audit the accounts.

§5 – FUNDING AND SIZE OF THE FUND
The amount paid into the fund shall be deposited in the fund’s bank account. Any accrued returns belong to the fund. The fund must at all times amount to a minimum of 1.2 G. The board has the right and duty to collect an amount per member sufficient to restore the fund to the minimum size of 1.2 G if necessary due to payouts. The total amount is divided among the members of Round Table Norway, and invoices are sent to clubs based on membership numbers. Clubs may choose to cover the amount from their treasury or collect it from their members.

§6 – AMENDMENTS TO THE STATUTES
These statutes may be amended according to the current RTN rules for statute amendment proposals.

§7 – DISSOLUTION
The fund may only be dissolved according to the current RTN rules for statute amendment proposals. If the fund is dissolved, the same national meeting that decided on the dissolution shall, by simple majority, determine how any remaining funds are to be used. A proposal for the use of the funds must be submitted along with the dissolution proposal.

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Often when Tablers are travelling abroad to visit other Round Tables, for example during a Numbers Meeting, they are welcomed to stay at the home of the Tablers. Tablers will open up their house for you and you will be part of their daily life and customs. There is no better way to experience life of a foreign brother and really get to know them and their family.

And as a host it might seem daunting to have strange people staying at your home. No worries, they’re Tablers and Tablers are friends you haven’t met yet. They’ll be grateful and will often ask if they can do something for you or help you.

Tips for Hosts

• • Don’t worry. Tablers are grateful that you’re willing to host them.
  • Get more than one guest, if possible. Preferably from different countries or Tables. They can entertain each other when you’re busy hosting.
  • Tablers don’t mind sleeping on the couch or an inflatable bed.
  • Accept help. For instance with cooking or cleaning. It will make hosting more easy and more fun.

Tips for Guests

• • Be grateful. Your host is doing his best to give you a pleasant and memorable stay.
  • Be respectful. You’re in someone’s private domain.
  • Bring a small gift. Something from your own region or country is highly appreciated.

The Motoraduno Nazionale is one of the most beloved traditions of Round Table Italy (#RTIT) — an annual motorcycle rally that brings together members from across Italy (and beyond) for a weekend of riding, friendship, and discovery.

Each year, a different Italian Table hosts the event, offering participants a unique experience rooted in local culture, scenic routes, and Italian hospitality. The program typically spans three days in late May, featuring group rides, regional cuisine, and visits to local landmarks, all organized with the signature spirit of camaraderie that defines the Round Table movement.

More than just a ride, the Motoraduno is a celebration of shared values, lifelong connections, and the joy of exploring Italy on two wheels.

Poster for the 39th edition 

Sort this list. Make it in point form. Make the name of the clubs in the format: RTIT 7 Bologna. Invert the order

Table Grace is a prayer that some Associations use before Round Table functions at which members sit down to eat. The existence of this Table grace is somewhat unusual, given that the movement is non-religious.

The prayer is based on the Round Table motto of Adopt, Adapt, Improve:

“May we, O Lord, Adopt Thy Creed,
Adapt our ways to meet Thy Need
And we, who on Thy bounty feed,
Improve in thought and word and deed.”

Borrowing or Raiding…

Customs and Traditions

Article needs improving

The guidelines below are suggested only and should be tailored by each association BEFORE being
adopted.

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Recommended Guidelines

Raiding items between tables encourages fellowship and the growth of relationships between them, and it must always occur in the spirit of brotherhood.

The raiding Table can only raid one piece of regalia. The following items are un-raidable:

• • The President’s / Chairman’s Jewel,
  • Gavel,
  • Club Charter,
  • Items of excessive value
  • Items locked or stored in personal bags, suitcases or something similar; or
  • Items of a sensitive nature
  • Any item that is personal nature such as a medal pinned in a jacket or an honour medal

Only movable items are raidable, and should any items be screwed down, mounted or bolted in position, they will be deemed immovable and, therefore, unreadable.

Any raiding item becomes the raiding Table’s responsibility and must be covered by the raiding Table’s insurance. Should the raided item be damaged, lost, or stolen while in the Table’s possession, the regalia must be repaired, replaced, or paid for by the raiding Table. If an item value is not established, the Association’s President will have sole discretion regarding the value to be paid for the ’replacement’ of the regalia.

Should an item be raided, the raiding table needs to notify the raided Table members immediately for “release”. Should the raided Table not “release” the item, the Association Secretary must be informed as to what has been raided by no later than 3 (three) days after the raid. The Association Secretary will keep a register of all items raided. Once the raided item is collected, the Table collecting its raided item must notify the Association Secretary that the item has been collected.

It is the responsibility of the raided Table to raid the raiding Table to reclaim their regalia. Any suitably authorised members in a quorum of the Table can reclaim this. Any other Table cannot raid raided items from within the membership of Round Table.

Any raided items raided more than three months prior and not reclaimed before the Association AGM shall be handed over to the raided table at the Association AGM. If the Table does not return raided items, as set out above, or does not make sufficient effort to reclaim its regalia, it will be considered in contravention of the spirit of raiding.

A suitable fine or forfeit. will be administered to the offending table at the sole discretion of the Association President. This punishment should be light-hearted in nature and should be given at the Association AGM.

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