At a special dinner hosted in Evanston by Rotary International and the Paul and Jean Harris Home Foundation on Oct 13, RI Director M Muruganandam was recognised for his contribution of $ 250,000 towards the renovation of the home of Rotary’s founder Paul Harris and his spouse Jean in Chicago. For over a hundred years now, this home is revered as a landmark that symbolises Rotary’s roots and enduring values.
The Paul & Jean Harris Legacy Society honours “the generosity and service of members who seek to preserve the iconic home and legacy of Rotary’s founder and his wife. At the meeting attended by RI President Francesco Azzero, President Elect Olayinka Babalola, RI General Secretary John Hewko and several RI Board members, Muruganandam was honoured as the first member of the Paul & Jean Harris Legacy Society, who has contributed $250,000 for the renovation of the Paul Harris home. This Legacy Society is an exclusive circle limited to 23 contributors people who will contribute this amount for this mission.