2023S0211-1 02/24/23
By: West S.R. No. 253
SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize March 1, 2023, as United Way Day at the State Capitol;
and
WHEREAS, United Way partners work collaboratively at the
local level to create opportunities for improving the well-being
of their communities; and
WHEREAS, United Way's programs support educational,
financial, and health services and the 2-1-1 information and
referral hotline for social services; Texas United Way agencies
meet their goals through fundraising and extensive community
reinvestment; and
WHEREAS, More than 60 local United Way organizations exist
in Texas, some of which manage 12 of our state's 2-1-1 call
centers, connecting Texans in need to local resources, including
medical services, affordable housing programs, employment
assistance, food and nutrition services, and crisis hotlines;
and
WHEREAS, As Texas United Way celebrates 20 years of 2-1-1
Texas, it is important to recognize the devoted volunteers who
connect individuals to support services and collaborate with
community partners to aid those in need; and
WHEREAS, Local philanthropy and volunteerism are
indispensable assets to our state; United Way agencies have
effected measurable change and strengthened communities
throughout Texas, and it is fitting that they are recognized for
their many contributions to the state; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby recognize United Way staff, volunteers, and
donors for their outstanding contributions to the State of Texas
and extend to them best wishes for a memorable United Way Day at
the Capitol; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
United Way as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.