88S30226(12) CJM-D
 
  By: Craddick H.C.R. No. 5
 
 
 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
         WHEREAS, Lorraine and Ray Perryman are being recognized by
  the Association of Fundraising Professionals TX, Permian Basin
  Chapter with the Lifetime Achievement Award on the occasion of
  National Philanthropy Day on November 16, 2023; and
         WHEREAS, Officially established by the AFP in 1986, National
  Philanthropy Day is an annual observance of the extraordinary
  humanitarian efforts of people and organizations around the world;
  the event also aims to increase public interest and awareness of the
  importance of giving, volunteering, and engaging effectively at the
  philanthropic level; and
         WHEREAS, The AFP Permian Basin Chapter was founded in 1993
  and supports its members by offering a variety of valuable
  networking and training opportunities; each year, the group hosts
  an NPD event to honor the outstanding work of individuals,
  businesses, and organizations in the region that are dedicated to
  giving back to the community; and
         WHEREAS, National Philanthropy Day provides a welcome
  opportunity to recognize those individuals who endeavor to make the
  world a better place, and Lorraine and Ray Perryman are setting an
  admirable example of generosity and civic engagement to which all
  may aspire; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the 88th Legislature of the State of Texas,
  3rd Called Session, hereby congratulate Lorraine and Ray Perryman
  on receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association of
  Fundraising Professionals TX, Permian Basin Chapter and extend to
  them sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for the Perrymans as an expression of high regard by the
  Texas House of Representatives and Senate.