THE FIALKOWSKI'S
A Celebration of the Human Spirit

The City of Philadelphia
Office Of Mental Retardation has established
The Fialkowski Humanitarian Award
as part of the annual Brighter Futures Awards

This Award honors the spirit and memory of Leona and
Marion Fialkowski, two tireless crusaders who, for more
than four decades, fought for the rights of people with disabilities. Their vision and
resolve led to creating and enhancing services for their two sons and many others
with severe challenges, changing the human service system forever.

Awardees