Gerald and Eileen Klonglan
The Rotary Foundation Citation for Meritorious Service Award
Gerald Klonglan is this year’s Citation of Meritorious Service recipient for Rotary District 6000. Gerald has exemplified himself over many years in several areas of The Rotary Foundation. With the implementation of the new Rotary Foundation grant model “Future Vision” in 2013, he took a deep dive into the details of the program learning all its many nuances.
Special awards of recognition are presented by the Trustees of The Rotary Foundation to Rotarians who render outstanding service to the Foundation. The Rotary Foundation Citation for Meritorious Service recognizes significant and dedicated service by a Rotarian to promote Foundation programs and thus advance the Foundation's goal of better understanding and friendly relations among people of the world. Only one Rotary member per district is eligible to receive the Citation for Meritorious Service which recognizes active service related to The Rotary Foundation.
Since 2004, Gerald has worked diligently with establishing the club’s global grants team as an effort to give the club an international presence and leverage TRF funds for the greater good. Gerald and the GG Team have formed relationships with individuals and Rotary Clubs in the Same District of Tanzania. These relationships have led to four global grants for water, sanitation, and hygiene in the Same District, totaling $1.1 million, while helping over 10,000 villagers secure clean water.
Congratulations, Gerald!