Women's Club Donates Time For Good Causes: Glenview Heroes

GLENVIEW, IL — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented times. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes.

This submission comes from Steven Robb, of Northbrook, who nominated Violette Abawi and Tamara Holmes, of the Glenview Women's Club:

Is the nominee considered an "essential worker"?:
No

What does the nominee do for work?:
Co-presidents of Glenview Women's Club

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
The group's efforts to raise money for the needy

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
These ladies and the Group as a whole is organized and donates their time and energy for many good causes. During the stay-at-home order they found a way to raise money and feed many families. The work continues as another funding event was scheduled around Father's Day.

Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here.

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