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Hoover Make-A-Wish Volunteer "Gives From Her Heart"

"She has spent many, many hours hiking to raise money for the kids' wishes," says a friend.

Laura Gibson is a dedicated volunteer for the Alabama chapter of Make-A-Wish.
Laura Gibson is a dedicated volunteer for the Alabama chapter of Make-A-Wish. (Patch)

Hoover, AL — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. We’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from De Carroll who nominated Laura Gibson of Hoover, AL.

Local hero’s full name

Laura Gibson

Local hero’s home state

Alabama

Local hero’s Patch

Hoover, AL

How do you know the local hero?

Friend

What does the local hero do?

Lawyer

Why do you believe the local hero should be recognized or honored?

She is involved in Make-A-Wish . She has done so much for this organization and the kids. The Alabama chapter raised top money for the kids under Laura’s guidance. She has spent many, many hours hiking to raise money for the kids' wishes. She has trained many people to hike for make a wish, too. She gives from her heart .

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the local hero?

She always puts others' needs before hers.


Thank you for all you do, Laura Gibson!

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