UBS Advisor Wendy Spinner Recognized for Local Philanthropic Work by Invest in Others

By: UBS Private Wealth Management via Business Wire

July 15, 2021 at 06:59 AM EDT

UBS Private Wealth Management announced today that Wendy Spinner, a Private Wealth Advisor in the firm’s Los Angeles office, received an honorable mention in the Catalyst Award category at the 15^th Annual Invest in Others Awards.

Spinner was recognized for her philanthropic contributions to The Fulfillment Fund in Los Angeles, which works to make college a reality for students growing up in educationally and economically under-resourced communities.

“We are extremely proud that Wendy has been recognized for her philanthropic work within the Los Angeles community,” said Lauren Gorsche, West Coast Complex Director at UBS Private Wealth Management. “It’s truly gratifying to see her acknowledged for her long-standing dedication to the communities she serves.”

Spinner is an Endowment & Foundation Consultant who along with her team, partners with family foundations and philanthropic organizations to help them fulfill their missions. She first became involved with The Fulfillment Fund as a mentor 30 years ago and currently serves as Board Chair, supporting the delivery of critical college access and success programs for low-income and first-generation students of color in Los Angeles. The organization promotes equity through educational access with programs that are uniquely designed to help students identify and overcome barriers so they can successfully complete high school and graduate from postsecondary institutions.

The Invest in Others Awards program recognizes Financial Advisors in communities across the country and around the world for actively giving back to nonprofits to improve their communities and make a difference in the lives of others. Those earning honorable mentions were selected based on their leadership, dedication, contribution, inspiration, and impact on a nonprofit and the community it serves.

For the full list of honorable mentions and further information visit: www.investinothers.org/honorable-mentions.

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