To continue improving scientific understanding of meningitis to guide research on new vaccines and strategies, and to optimize impact of existing vaccines in the African meningitis belt.

To support the Epidemic Intelligence Service Alumni Association in their efforts to educate future disease detectives.

To honor Dr. Roger Glass for his commitment to global health research and capacity building. Awards will be presented annually to recognize two individuals for their outstanding contributions to research for improving the health and well-being of persons throughout the world and especially those living in low- and middle-income countries.

To support the assessment on the effectiveness and tangible contributions of Field Epidemiology Training Programs (FETPs), particularly in data collection and outbreak response.