2025 Elizabeth M. Forsyth Community Service Award Recipient
The Elizabeth M. Forsyth Community Service Award was created in 2004 to acknowledge the impact of individuals who have made significant contributions to the community by recognizing local needs and supporting solutions to meet them. The award was named after one of our co-founders, Mrs. Elizabeth M. Forsyth who set a tremendous precedent in her lifetime of service to the Lynchburg community and particularly to Miriam’s House through a generous financial commitment. This year’s award recipient has demonstrated significant commitment to Miriam’s House and our work to end homelessness.
Bio
Kate Worthington Sigler has been a dedicated supporter of Miriam’s House for over a decade, serving on the Board of Directors from 2012 to 2023. During her tenure, she held numerous leadership roles including Board President, Vice President, and Development Chair, helping guide the organization through seasons of growth and deepening community impact.
Kate is a graduate of the University of Virginia with a degree in Economics and American Politics. In 2023, she joined Pettyjohn, Wood & White, Inc. as the Chief Compliance Officer and Office Manager after ten years as the Director of Administration at Virginia Legal Aid Society.
A passionate advocate for community engagement, Kate has served in leadership and volunteer roles with organizations including Amazement Square, the Dolly Parton Lynchburg Imagination Library, the Lynchburg Garden Club, and the University of Virginia Lynchburg Regional Jefferson Scholar Selection Committee. She is also active with the Lynchburg Aquatic League, St. John’s Episcopal Church, and various local PTOs.
Kate’s contributions have been recognized throughout the region. In 2016, she was named a “Top 20 Under 40” honoree by Lynchburg Business Magazine, and in 2017, received the City of Lynchburg’s Vice Mayor’s Award of Excellence.
Kate and her husband, Walker, are the proud parents of three children: Worth, Will, and Jane Clayton.
Kate's years of steadfast leadership, generosity, and commitment to Miriam’s House have helped shape a stronger, more compassionate Lynchburg.
Sherrie McNamera represented Fleet Laboratories, our 2024 EMF Award recipient, to present this award to Kate at our Annual Luncheon on May 20, 2025 at the University of Lynchburg.
