Sharon Militello • October 26, 2026

RCPA Member Achieva’s Cecil and David Rosenthal Memorial Fund Transforms Lives Across Western Pennsylvania

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Sharon Militello

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October 26, 2026

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Press Release from RCPA Member Achieva: Published October 26, 2026

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Pittsburgh, PA (October 26, 2026) — For 18-year-old Katie Hannan, a dream trip to Disney World wasn't just a birthday celebration - it was the moment her hard work overcoming sensory and social challenges paid off, culminating in a bold high-five with a Storm Trooper and a photo with Kylo Ren. Katie’s unforgettable journey is just one of many dreams made possible by Achieva’s Cecil and David Rosenthal Memorial Fund (Fund), which has now distributed over $200,000 in products, services, and experiences to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across western Pennsylvania.


"A day like this, only a few years earlier, would have overwhelmed Katie," her family shared. "Her innocence and belief in magic took this trip to another level. She broke down barriers, and her confidence truly shined. Without the Cecil and David Rosenthal Memorial Fund, this would not have been possible." 

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