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SENATE RESOLUTION
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WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to |
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recognize Interfaith of The Woodlands on the occasion of the |
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organization's 50th anniversary; and |
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WHEREAS, Founded in 1973 by George P. Mitchell to serve the |
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needs of local communities in accordance with the values of |
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compassion and neighborly love, Interfaith of The Woodlands is a |
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nonprofit organization that seeks to foster connection among |
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area residents, social services and support programs, local |
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businesses and congregations, and charitable groups to provide a |
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comprehensive array of resources to The Woodlands and |
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surrounding communities; and |
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WHEREAS, Interfaith of The Woodlands supports new |
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congregations and social services programs and works with member |
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congregations, agencies, and nonprofit organizations to develop |
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and promote efforts that serve members of the community; the |
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organization has helped to enable access to such programs and |
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services as counseling, job training, and child care as well as |
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programs for seniors and financial assistance for individuals |
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and families in crisis that benefit thousands of area residents |
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annually; and |
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WHEREAS, This year, the organization will host an |
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anniversary dinner on October 18, 2023, in celebration of 50 |
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years of service, and it is truly fitting that this exemplary |
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organization receive special recognition on its invaluable |
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contributions to The Woodlands community and to the residents of |
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Texas; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th |
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Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby commend the members, |
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volunteers, and supporters of Interfaith of The Woodlands on |
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their outstanding dedication to the organization's mission and |
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extend to all best wishes for a memorable 50th anniversary |
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celebration and for continued success in their endeavors; and, be |
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it further |
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RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in |
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honor of this special occasion. |