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Never one to be stopped by obstacles, when Karin was denied entry to a company analyst meeting at a male only “Club” in Los Angeles she attended the meeting via telephone … calling from the kitchen! She was known by all for her determination and graciousness that was contagious, and spurred everyone around her to do and be their best

No Obstacle Too Big

A genetic disease caused her to lose her ability to walk. The wheelchair became her ally and she never slowed down. In the most respectful way possible she would say, ‘So what? I’m in a wheelchair I’m a woman in a traditionally male industry So, what?’ She had an attitude where there may be barriers, but barriers are made to be broken And she did it with respect and kindness

Make A Difference For Momentum

Karin was first introduced to Momentum by her friend Karen Craig over 30 years ago when it was known as UCPLA. Working side-by-side with Board member Marianne Younkheere, Karin jumped right in using her networking skills to raise funds. Later she worked with Ron Cohen on getting two Independent living apartments open, and even got the Capital Group Foundation and colleagues to raise the funds to furnish the Santa Monica apartments so they were ready for individuals to move in – for many it was the first time they were able to live independently

In 2019 the Momentum Board of Directors honored Ms. Larson for her exceptional generosity of her resources, network and her wisdom with the Inaugural Ronald S. Cohen Inclusion Award recognizing her as the embodiment of inclusion and acceptance for individuals of all abilities in our community.

Karen passed away peacefully in April of 2021, but she wasn’t done giving She left her legacy for Momentum secure with a planned gift of financial support for years to come This transformative gift will make a continuing impact in advancing the independence, productivity, and full citizenship of the children and adults we support.

Like Karin Larson, you can create a planned gift that amplifies your impact on future generations. There are many different gift planning methods to suit your financial goals, tax benefits, & wealth planning for your family.

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