Rosslyn Kleeman Keeper of the Flame Award
The “Keeper of the Flame” Award was established in 2000 as a special recognition for “an individual who has continued to provide public service after their official retirement from the profession.” The physical memento is a candlestick. In establishing the new award, the National Public Service Award Executive Committee recognized that many individuals retire from their career positions and continue to serve the public in other volunteer or paid positions. Often, these active retirees become very directly involved in their local community, working with civic or nonprofit organizations. Nominations for the Keeper of the Flame Award follow the timeline and other requirements of the National Public Service Awards. Those who have retired from their public service career as of the nomination deadline will automatically be considered for the Keeper of the Flame Award. The Selection Committee has the option of awarding up to two Keeper of the Flame Awards.
- The nomination itself may be no more than six pages (including the one-page summary of accomplishments and any attachments)
- The nomination may include up to five letters of endorsement (at least two are required)
- Letters of endorsement may be signed by more than one individual
Apply or nominate someone here.
Previous Winners
This award may not be given every year.
2022
Mary Hamilton
Joseph Vass
2013
Thomas D. Lynch
2012
Enid Beaumont
2010
Helen Chin Schlichte
2007
Marcia P. Crowley
Harriett G. Jenkins, Ed.D. and J.D.
2006
Thomas S. McFee
2004
Philip J. Rutledge
John G. Stone, III
2003
Dan Fenn, Jr.
Elmer B. Staats
2001
Harold Seidman
2000
Kent Mathewson