The Philadelphia Award | |
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Awarded for | Given each year to a citizen of the Philadelphia region who, during the preceding year, acted and served on behalf of the best interests of the community. |
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First awarded | 1921Leopold Stokowski | to
Currently held by | Marsha Levick |
Website | www |
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