Dedicated WVU supporters honored for National Philanthropy Day

A West Virginia University alumni couple committed to boosting education, health care and more through charitable giving was honored Thursday, Nov. 17, in celebration of National Philanthropy Day.

The Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) recognized Wheeling, West Virginia, natives David and Dr. Jo Ann Goldbaugh Shaw as outstanding philanthropists at a special event in Pittsburgh. While National Philanthropy Day is officially observed on Nov. 15, AFP chapters nationwide recognize donors for their generosity throughout the month of November.