SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 163
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 State of Texas, 89th
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.
Parker, Johnson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 26, 2025.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate