The Gloucester-Mathews Care Clinic held its annual fundraising Oktoberfest on Oct. 1 at Ware River Yacht Club, receiving a gift for $25,000 from Abingdon Episcopal Church during the event.
Chris Evans, senior warden of Abingdon, presented the donation to GMCC chair Woody Hobbs.
Also during the fundraiser, in which the clinic celebrated 25 years, it was announced that 25 “clinic heroes” will be honored in a permanent installation to be unveiled next Thursday, Oct. 19. The clinic, located at 6031 Industrial Drive in Gloucester, will be the site of a Gloucester Chamber of Commerce After Hours hosted by Water Pro. This event is free to chamber members, $10 for others.
Maureen Crone, GMCC marketing and development director, said that in addition to the donation from Abingdon, the clinic has raised more than $46,000 for patient care through the event.
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