85R12708 BK-D
By: Turner H.R. No. 681
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Dedicated philanthropists from across the state are
gathering in Austin on March 15, 2017, to commemorate Texas Charity
Advocates Day at the State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Devoted to the betterment of Texas charities, TCA
was established in 2005 with 20 charter members; the organization
has expanded significantly in the years since, providing a wide
array of services and meeting the needs of diverse populations and
communities throughout Texas; and
WHEREAS, A powerful voice for its member organizations, TCA
works to unite these groups under their shared mission to bring
vital aid to the citizens of Texas; TCA has also helped raise funds
through charitable bingo games and other efforts, and it continues
to raise awareness among the public about the positive impact of
charitable bingo, which is enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of
Texans every year; and
WHEREAS, Charitable bingo games in Texas generate revenue for
over 1,000 organizations that provide important assistance to
veterans, seniors, children, and communities across the state;
these charities' services, which range from medical care, research,
and job training to volunteer emergency and fire protection and
animal rescue, address community needs that might otherwise go
unmet without their support; and
WHEREAS, Texas Charity Advocates has demonstrated an
unwavering commitment to philanthropy, and in so doing, it has
benefited countless individuals in the Lone Star State; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize March 15, 2017, as Texas Charity
Advocates Day at the State Capitol and extend to all those
associated with TCA sincere best wishes for continued success with
their commendable work; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Texas Charity Advocates as an expression of high
regard by the Texas House of Representatives.