2015-J6015

Honoring The Links, Incorporated/Albany District Chapter as recipient of the Excellence in Leadership Award by the Flora E. Kippins Foundation, Inc.

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2015-J6015


LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring The Links, Incorporated/Albany District
Chapter upon the occasion of its designation as recipient of the Excel-
lence in Leadership Award by the Flora E. Kippins Foundation, Inc. on
October 22, 2016

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize that the
quality and character of life in the communities across New York State
are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those organiza-
tions and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the
community and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor The
Links, Incorporated/Albany District Chapter upon the occasion of its
designation as recipient of the Excellence in Leadership Award by the
Flora E. Kippins Foundation, Inc. to be celebrated at its Third Annual
Gala on Saturday, October 22, 2016, at the Colonie Golf and Country
Club, Voorheesville, New York; and
WHEREAS, The Flora E. Kippins Foundation, Inc. strives to provide
resources and services to support and strengthen the development of
children and families on the African continent and globally who are at
risk of the devastating effects of poverty as well as HIV/AIDS and other
opportunistic viruses; and
WHEREAS, Since its inception in 2011, the Flora E. Kippins Foundation
has greatly benefitted not only the residents of the Capital Region of
New York, but also those of Guyana, South America and Ghana, Africa by
offering food, gifts, and medical supplies, hosting parties and holiday
events, and providing educational opportunities; and
WHEREAS, This auspicious award will be bestowed upon The Links,
Incorporated/Albany District Chapter for its exemplary leadership in its
respective profession, steadfast and unremitting commitment to the
Greater Capital Region, and its demonstrated pledge to advance educa-
tion, as well as its outstanding support of the mission of the Flora E.
Kippins Foundation; and
WHEREAS, For over 60 years, The Links, Incorporated/Albany District
Chapter has promoted educational, civic and cultural activities through-
out the Greater Capital Region; and
WHEREAS, Chartered in 1952, the Albany District Chapter is dedicated
to linking friendship and service through programming, partnership and
collaborations with local organizations and agencies to benefit its
communities; and
WHEREAS, Throughout its history, this vital organization has generous-
ly awarded Community Giving Awards, established a memorial scholarship,
supported Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) activities
for children and supported programming for women; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those organiza-
tions which enhance the well-being and vitality of its community and
have shown a long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have
earned the recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great
Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor The Links, Incorporated/Albany District Chapter upon the occasion
of its designation as recipient of the Excellence in Leadership Award by
the Flora E. Kippins Foundation, Inc.; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to The Links, Incorporated/Albany District Chapter.

actions

  • 26 / May / 2016
    • REFERRED TO FINANCE
  • 02 / Jun / 2016
    • REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
  • 02 / Jun / 2016
    • ADOPTED

Resolution Details

Law Section:
Resolutions, Legislative

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