Community Corner: Abbie DeLoach Foundation hosts annual scholarship luncheon
On Thursday, April 17, the community will come together to celebrate local scholars and the tremendous impact one person can have on countless lives during the Abbie DeLoach Foundation Scholarship Luncheon.
Now in its ninth year, the foundation will celebrate a record 27 students from Savannah State University, University of Georgia, Georgia Southern University, Mercer University, Savannah Christian Preparatory School, Groves High School, Myers Middle School and Woodville Tompkins High School who reflect Abbie's spirit, passion, and dedication to nursing, education, and athletics.
Jimmy DeLoach is Abbie's dad and the founder of the foundation. He sat down with WSAV's Kim Gusby to talk about her enduring legacy.
Click the arrow in the video box to watch our interview.
You can make a donation to the Abbie DeLoach Foundation or find more information here.
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