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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, Dedicated philanthropists from across the state are |
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gathering in Austin on February 20, 2013, to commemorate Texas |
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Charity Advocates Day at the State Capitol; and |
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WHEREAS, Established in 2005, TCA is devoted to the |
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betterment of Texas charities, and since its inception it has |
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increased its membership from 20 to nearly 370 organizations; these |
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groups provide a wide array of services, and they exist to meet the |
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needs of diverse populations and communities throughout Texas; and |
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WHEREAS, A powerful voice for its member organizations, TCA |
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works to unite these groups under their shared mission to bring |
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vital aid to the citizens of Texas; TCA has also helped raise funds |
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through charitable bingo games and other efforts, and it continues |
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to encourage statewide support and raise awareness among the public |
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about the positive results that can be achieved through charitable |
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endeavors; and |
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WHEREAS, Texas Charity Advocates has demonstrated an |
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unwavering commitment to philanthropy, and in so doing, it has |
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benefited countless individuals in the Lone Star State; now, |
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therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas |
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Legislature hereby recognize February 20, 2013, as Texas Charity |
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Advocates Day at the State Capitol and extend to all those |
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associated with TCA sincere best wishes for continued success with |
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their important work. |