SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 372

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
congratulate Helen Crowder, who has been selected as the 
recipient of the 2005 Gus Groos Humanitarian Award by the
La Porte-Bayshore Chamber of Commerce; and
	WHEREAS, A longtime La Porte resident, Helen has been 
active in all aspects of community life; she has worked 
tirelessly on behalf of La Porte area schools and churches and 
has led numerous philanthropic causes; she quietly gives of her 
time, energy, and funds wherever a need exists; and
	WHEREAS, Helen serves on the board of La Porte Neighborhood 
Center, Incorporated, and on the boards of the Pasadena office of 
the Salvation Army and the Lou Lawler Seafarers' Center; her role 
as president and director of the Helen and Bill Crowder 
Foundation is the central focus of her many philanthropic 
activities; and
	WHEREAS, Under her direction, the foundation has supported 
Boys and Girls Harbor, the La Porte Habitat for Humanity, the
La Porte Bay Area Heritage Society, the Sonja Angelo Theater, the 
Saint John's After School Program, Project Graduation, and many 
other worthy causes; and
	WHEREAS, Her dedication and generosity have worked to the 
betterment of her community, and she is truly a source of 
strength to area citizens and an inspiration to all who know her; 
now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, hereby commend Helen Crowder for her 
exceptional leadership and her many contributions to the
La Porte-Bayshore community; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on March 14, 2005.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate