H.R. No. 2164
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Corpus Christi is
celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2015, and this occasion
presents a fitting opportunity to recognize the organization's
important work; and
WHEREAS, Established in 1990, the Corpus Christi Ronald
McDonald House provides assistance to families with critically ill
or injured children; it has served as a temporary home for more than
22,000 families over the years, allowing parents and siblings who
live more than 50 miles away to stay close to a child receiving
treatment at a nearby hospital; by keeping families together, the
house supports the healing process and improves the hospital
experience for young patients; additionally, parents and siblings
gain strength and stability by connecting with other residents who
are facing similar circumstances; and
WHEREAS, The Ronald McDonald House offers 25 private bedrooms
that can accommodate up to four people, and volunteers and staff
provide scheduled transportation to and from hospitals in the
immediate area; indoor and outdoor play areas are available for
children of all ages, and special events are scheduled for the
benefit of residents; and
WHEREAS, The facility is financed through donations and a
variety of charitable events, such as Casa de Amor and the Day of
Change; residents pay a small fee to help offset costs and give back
to the house by taking part in volunteer efforts; individuals and
community groups also contribute in various ways, including through
the preparation of home-cooked meals for the families; and
WHEREAS, For a quarter-century, the Ronald McDonald House of
Corpus Christi has fostered a welcoming and supportive environment
for the loved ones of sick or injured children, and in so doing, it
has enriched the lives of countless families in the Lone Star State;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the 25th anniversary of Ronald
McDonald House Charities of Corpus Christi and extend to the
organization's staff and volunteers sincere best wishes for the
future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Corpus Christi as
an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.
Herrero
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2164 was adopted by the House on May
21, 2015, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House