District Rotary Foundation Committee Welcome Page
Welcome to the District 7980 Foundation Committee!
We’re the team within District 7980 that supports and advances the work of The Rotary Foundation — providing grants, scholarships, and funding for impactful humanitarian service both locally and around the world. Through thoughtful stewardship and collaboration with Rotary clubs, we help guide resources where they can do the most good: from strengthening peace and education to improving health and alleviating poverty. Whether you’re looking to learn about giving, apply for a grant, or get involved in Foundation work, you’re in the right place!
Our 2026-2027 Commitee
How to reach the committee members:
| District Rotary Foundation Committee Chair | Bruce Goldsen | bruce@goldsen.com |
| Fundraising Chair | Christene Freedman | cfrotary@outlook.com |
| PolioPlus Chair | Kevin Reich | kevin.reich2020@gmail.com |
| Stewardship Chair | Dave Moore | davidtmoore@frontier.com |
| Peace Fellowships Chair | Dennis Wong | rotarydennis@gmail.com |
| Grants Chair | John Merkel | grantschair7980@gmail.com |
| District International Service Chair | Lyla Steenbergen | lylasteenbergen@gmail.com |
| Global Grants Officer | Ron Webb | ronwebb@snet.net |
| District Grants Officer | Nancy Gentes | ngentes@gmail.com |
| Global Scholars Officer | Colin Gershon | cmg@gershonmail.net |
| Annual Fund/Paul Harris Society Officer | Chip Marsh | chip.marsh14@gmail.com |
| Endowment Fund Officer | Alon Sapir | alon.d.sapir@gmail.com |