Senate Resolution No. 3817

BY: Senator FLANAGAN

COMMENDING Madeline Mastriano upon the occasion of
her designation as a Distinguished Finalist in the
23rd Annual Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
program

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to act, in accord
with its long-standing traditions, honoring the youth of today, and
leaders of tomorrow, whose character and achievements exemplify the
ideals and values cherished by this great State and Nation; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commend Madeline Mastriano upon the occasion of her designation as a
Distinguished Finalist in the 23rd Annual Prudential Spirit of Community
Awards program celebrated at a special Ceremony on Tuesday, February 6,
2018; and

WHEREAS, Madeline Mastriano has distinguished herself as a young
woman of superlative ability, establishing a high standard of community
service, purposefulness of life, and sense of responsibility rarely
achieved in youthful years; and

WHEREAS, The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, created in 1995
by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of
Secondary School Principals (NASSP), are designed to emphasize the
importance our Nation places on service to others, and to encourage all
young Americans to contribute to their communities; and

WHEREAS, Madeline Mastriano, an esteemed resident of Stony Brook,
New York, and a senior at Ward Melville High School, has achieved
national recognition for exemplary volunteer service by receiving a 2018
Prudential Spirit of Community Award; and

WHEREAS, This prestigious award honors young volunteers across
America who have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to their
communities; and

WHEREAS, Madeline Mastriano earned this award for her steadfast and
unremitting commitment to raising funds for Stony Brook Children's
Hospital; throughout the last five years, Madeline and her brother have
graciously donated $37,000 to this vital medical institution from
selling lemonade at their neighborhood stand; and

WHEREAS, From its humble beginnings, the small lemonade stand has
grown into a full-fledged community event; recently, more than 100
student volunteers and 25 business supporters helped Madeline Mastriano
and her brother with their philanthropic efforts; and

WHEREAS, The success of the State of New York, the strength of our
communities, and the vitality of American society depend, in great
measure, upon the dedication of young people like Madeline Mastriano,
who use their considerable talents and resources to serve others; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is moved to honor Madeline Mastriano,
commending her for her outstanding record of volunteer service, peer
leadership, and community service, recognizing the value of her labors
and the promise of her future; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations,
with praise and pride, to commend Madeline Mastriano for her
achievements and to extend to her the best wishes of this Legislative
Body for a future of purposeful success and well-being; and be it
further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Madeline Mastriano.