September 2019: Bill and Cindy Abbott

September 2019 Honorees

Bill and Cindy Abbott

Co-Chairs of Cooks and Chords benefiting the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Arizona chapter nationalmssociety.org/Chapters/AZA

Why do you support the National Multiple Sclerosis Society?

Cindy: I was diagnosed with MS in December 2012 and invited by a friend to attend Cooks and Chords. I thought it was a great event and wanted to get involved.

Describe this year’s event.

Cindy: We’ve changed locations this year and have a secret garden theme. The food, entertainment and auction items are always fabulous. It’s a fun social event.

Favorite movie:

Bill: “Sixth Sense”

Favorite restaurant in Arizona:

Bill: Binckley’s Restaurant, because he’s an incredible chef and it feels like you’re dining in his home.

Favorite place to travel to:

Cindy: San Francisco

Proudest accomplishment:

Bill: Being married to each other.

Secret talent:

Cindy: Making people comfortable.

Talent or skill do you wish you had?

Bill: The ability to cure MS.

Fun fact about you:

Cindy: I was one of the founders of a successful cannabis dispensary in Arizona. It’s great to be able to help people who suffer with pain have a natural alternative.

Runner-Up: Hank Arens, JDRF Arizona Chapter’s Promise Ball gala chair

To learn more about National Multiple Sclerosis Society, go to nationalmssociety.org.

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