LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending the Carol Maraj Foundation upon the
occasion of hosting its 1st Annual H.O.P.E. Rising Awards Gala on May 7,
2015

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to acknowledge
certain events held to build support for charitable causes of signif-
icant societal concern; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
the Carol Maraj Foundation upon the occasion of hosting its 1st Annual
H.O.P.E. Rising Awards Gala on Thursday, May 7, 2015, at the Coral House
in Baldwin, New York; and
WHEREAS, As an advocate for families and homes free from domestic
violence, President/Founder Carol Maraj's mission is to empower victims
of this tragedy to once again see their human value through programs
designed to nurture their self-esteem, build their inner strength, and
give them hope of a better today and brighter future; and
WHEREAS, An inspirational singer, songwriter, and playwright, Carol
Maraj's drama presentations are designed to educate and bring awareness
to all affected by domestic violence; and
WHEREAS, A survivor herself, Carol Maraj spends her time and energies
educating by means of motivational speaking in schools and other vital
organizations throughout the tri-state area; and
WHEREAS, With strategically implemented programs, the Carol Maraj
Foundation is on its way to enhancing family lives, and ultimately
decreasing the rate of domestic violence in America; and
WHEREAS, Today, Carol Maraj is the loving mother of rap-icon, Nicki
Minaj; and
WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of certain
altruistic individuals and organizations it wishes to acknowledge for
their philanthropic contributions to our society which enhance the basic
humanity among us all; and
WHEREAS, It is with great pleasure that this Legislative Body recog-
nizes the many contributions of the Carol Maraj Foundation, and wishes
this worthy foundation continued success in its proactive mission to
benefit the communities it represents; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend the Carol Maraj Foundation upon the occasion of hosting its 1st
Annual H.O.P.E. Rising Awards Gala on May 7, 2015; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Carol Maraj, President, Carol Maraj Foundation.