Women’s Philanthropy Society accepting nominations for outstanding Tri-State women

Nominations are being accepted through February 13 for three awards from the Women’s Philanthropy Society.

The Christie Kinsey Focus Award, the Kitty Hage Lifetime Achievement Award and the Abigail McNeely Youth Service Award will be presented at the 26th annual Women’s Philanthropy Society’s Luncheon on Saturday, March 7, at the Marshall Health Network Arena Ballroom. These distinctive awards honor Tri-State women who exemplify the heart, strength and compassion of our community.

• The Christie Kinsey Focus Award honors achievements in volunteerism, pioneering in women’s health, community service, professional achievement and home and family. The 2025 recipient was Linda Holmes.
• The Kitty Hage Lifetime Achievement Award is presented to an individual whose life’s work has been dedicated to humanitarian efforts. The award is designed for someone who has not sought recognition for her deeds but has worked solely to better her community and the quality of life for others. The 2025 recipient was Cynthia Murray.
• The Abigail McNeely Youth Services Award is presented to an individual under the age of 18 who has gone above and beyond to give back to an organization or community project. The 2025 recipient was Winnie Bird.

Nominees must be a resident of Cabell, Wayne, Mason or Lincoln counties in West Virginia, Lawrence County in Ohio or Boyd County in Kentucky. 

“The Women’s Philanthropy Society was created to celebrate the power of compassion, leadership, and service,” said Christie Kinsey, founding member of the Women’s Philanthropy Society. “Through these awards, we have the honor of recognizing women and young leaders who lead with their hearts. Their stories remind us that meaningful change begins with individuals who care deeply, and their impact helps strengthen the health and well-being of women and children throughout our hospitals.”

Founded in 2000, the Women’s Philanthropy Society has raised support for women’s and children’s needs at Marshall Health Network through many gifts, including specialty robes for mastectomy patients, pediatric-specific equipment, and funding for mammograms for uninsured and underinsured women.

To make a nomination online, visit mhnfoundations.org/initiatives/womensphilanthropy.

Nominations packets, including the nomination form, a brief biography of the nominee and two letters of recommendation, may be mailed to:
Women’s Philanthropy Society Committee
Attn: Sara Schultz-Britt
2900 1st Ave.
Huntington, WV 25702

For more information, contact Sarah Schultz-Britt at sara.schultz-britt@mhnetwork.org.