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Mission Hospital McDowell donates $2,500 to The Live Like Megan Foundation

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Mission Hospital McDowell donates $2,500 to The Live Like Megan Foundation

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Nov 22, 2025
Nov 22, 2025 Updated Dec 29, 2025
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Mission Hospital McDowell gave $2,500 to The Live Like Megan Foundation, a local nonprofit dedicated to bridging the gaps within the foster care community and providing support for children in crisis.

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