Lehigh Valley Icon Martha Cusimano's Legacy: Family Races to Finish Her Dream Food Pantry in Florida
Martha Cusimano , a beloved figure in the Lehigh Valley known for her tireless fundraising efforts, passed away recently at age 83. Her family and friends are now rallying to fulfill her dying wish: completing a new food pantry and community center at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Kissimmee, Florida . A Lifelong Dedication to Community Service Cusimano left an indelible mark on the Lehigh Valley through decades of charitable work. After retiring in 2008 as the first executive director of the Greater Lehigh Valley Auto Dealers Association (GLVADA), she continued her passion for helping others in Florida. In the Lehigh Valley, she organized the Concours d’Elegance vintage car show for a decade, raising over $100,000 annually for the Burn Prevention Foundation (now Burn Prevention Network ). She also played a key role in establishing GLVADA after the success of the 1997 Lehigh Valley Auto Show , which has generated millions for local nonprofits focused on children, educatio...