Out of the tragedy of the 9/11 attacks, a generous gesture was born. An associate at The London Company witnessed the heroism and dedication of the fire department during and after the terrible events of that day. It inspired her to give to Widows & Orphans.
Tim McCoy, the firm’s Director of Institutional Sales and Marketing, shares his associate’s emotions toward the firefighting community. He said, “The majority of the firefighters in her precinct died in the line of duty and those that did not worked tirelessly throughout the aftermath to help in any way they could. The obvious health concerns at Ground Zero did not deter these men and women from helping with the cleanup. As reported, a number of them have developed serious medical conditions as a result. The efforts of the firefighters throughout this horrific event exemplified altruism and valor at its best.”
For that reason, The London Company and its entire staff backs the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen’s Fund. “[It’s] a way of expressing our gratitude and support of the heroic firefighters (and their families) who put their lives in harm’s way to protect citizens,” said Tim.
Based in Richmond, Virginia, The London Company is a $15 billion equity manager specializing in low-volatility, high-active share, domestic equity strategies. While risk-adjusted returns have been attractive, their primary focus is on downside protection over full market cycles. They are an institutional firm, primarily working with endowments, foundations and public pensions.
And just as The London Company helps manage their customers’ finances, they also help ensure firefighters have the support they need. Tim said, “We believe it is of the utmost importance to provide resources to those who face often extreme consequences serving their community.”
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By David Vienna