Abbot was one of 17 people who lost at least one limb in the April 15, 2013, bombing. Since then, her foundation has given other amputees customized prosthetics that weren’t covered by insurance.
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Also, the Foundation will present the findings of the recent Community Needs Assessment and award the Patricia F. Alderson Philanthropist of the Year Award to local philanthropists Bill and Jenny McCloy.
The theme of the event is intended to highlight the impact of philanthropy, bringing it to the forefront of community dialogue, organizers said.
“We are excited to celebrate charitable giving with Leadership Through Philanthropy,” said Community Foundation president and CEO Erin Clemons. “Our hope is that the event will be inspirational, and generate discussion about how local philanthropy can make a positive impact in West Chester and Liberty Twp.”
The event will take place at the Holiday Inn Centre Park in West Chester Twp.
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For more information or to get a seat at the event, visit www.wclfoundation.com/LTP or call 513-874-5450.