SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 421
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Altrusa International, Incorporated, on the 100th
anniversary of its founding; and
WHEREAS, Altrusa International was founded in 1917 in
Nashville, Tennessee, to fill the need for civic organizations
for women; the mission of this global volunteer service
organization is to promote better communities through
leadership, partnership, and service; and
WHEREAS, Altrusa members share human and financial
resources in their communities, support nongovernmental
organizations through foundation grants, and provide
humanitarian relief through multiple avenues; in 2016 alone,
members around the world engaged in more than a million hours of
volunteer service; and
WHEREAS, This outstanding organization works tirelessly to
support and promote women, but membership is open to all; rather
than seeking to place blame for the lack of recognition and
opportunities for women in business, the organization aims to
awaken women to their responsibilities and possibilities and to
highlight their accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, The many service areas Altrusa has focused on
through the years include literacy, HIV/AIDS, and disaster
relief; it is truly fitting that Altrusa receive special
recognition as it reaches this milestone in its history; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby commend Altrusa International,
Incorporated, on its commitment to humanitarian service and
extend to its members best wishes for memorable 100th anniversary
celebrations; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for this
exemplaryorganizationasanexpressionofesteemfromtheTexasSenate.
Watson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 14, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate