LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending PRONTO upon the occasion of celebrat-
ing its 40th Anniversary

WHEREAS, It is the sense 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 commend
PRONTO upon the occasion of celebrating its 40th Anniversary; and
WHEREAS, PRONTO is a Long Island based non-profit human service agency
which provides various services to the needy, the homeless, unemployed,
immigrants, uninsured and anyone in need of basic services; and
WHEREAS, Founded in 1969, PRONTO began its services, operating out of
St. Anne's Church in Brentwood, New York; as the needs of the community
grew, PRONTO grew to incorporate four parishes; in 1977, a group of
volunteers cleaned up the shell of what used to be a house which would
become its headquarters; and
WHEREAS, This illustrious organization provides its essential services
in the Tri-Hamlet (Town of Islip) area and its surrounding communities;
and
WHEREAS, PRONTO's philosophy stems from its faith-based beginnings;
each person is encountered with compassion, patience, understanding, and
encouragement; in this way, it meets the immediate needs of the individ-
ual, while providing hope and resources for their future; and
WHEREAS, Families and individuals throughout Suffolk County have come
to rely on PRONTO for food, basic essentials and household needs; it
also offers a variety of programs including the Food Pantry, the Thrift
Storage Area, English as a Second Language classes, a Prescription
Program, a children's Shots For Tots Program and several other community
service programs; and
WHEREAS, In fact, PRONTO serves, on average, more than 1,200 house-
holds annually with information and referral services; and
WHEREAS, A symbol of hope in the community for almost 40 years, the
success enjoyed by PRONTO is in direct correlation to the efforts of the
many individuals and volunteers who have supported the development of
the organization over the years; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when organiza-
tions of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend PRONTO upon the occasion of celebrating its 40th Anniversary
fully confident that it will continue its outstanding efforts in better-
ing the quality of life for others; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to PRONTO.