89R16366 EME-D
By: Parker S.R. No. 163
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Representatives of United Ways of Texas and OneStar
are visiting Austin on February 26, 2025, for Texas Nonprofit
Strong and United Way Day at the State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, United Ways of Texas and OneStar have partnered to
form the Texas Nonprofit Strong initiative, which supports the
state's nonprofit sector through public outreach, education, and
advocacy; together, the organizations elevate the impact of
nonprofits, which make a positive difference in local communities,
add value to the state's economy, and contribute to civil society;
and
WHEREAS, There are more than 130,000 nonprofits across the
state, and approximately 1 in 20 Texas workers is directly employed
by a nonprofit; these organizations also serve as critical partners
to businesses and government agencies, and they help to deliver
services and innovative solutions that foster thriving
communities; and
WHEREAS, The nonprofit sector in Texas plays an instrumental
role in making the state an ideal place to live and work, and United
Ways of Texas and OneStar are indeed worthy of recognition for their
efforts to empower these outstanding organizations; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 89th Texas Legislature
hereby recognize February 26, 2025, as Texas Nonprofit Strong and
United Way Day at the State Capitol and extend to the visiting
delegation sincere best wishes for a meaningful and memorable trip
to Austin; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That official copies of this resolution be prepared
for United Ways of Texas and OneStar as an expression of high regard
by the Texas Senate.