LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION paying tribute to Stephanie Crispinelli, of
Somers, New York, posthumously for her humanitarian efforts which
continue to inspire others

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize the lives
of young people such as Stephanie Crispinelli who distinguished herself
through her sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the
welfare of the global community; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and fully in accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Stephanie Crispinelli posthumously for her humanitarian spirit and
consummate compassion which serve as an inspiration to us all; and
WHEREAS, Stephanie Crispinelli, of Somers, New York, was a true huma-
nitarian, often spending her vacations volunteering in countries such as
Jamaica and Haiti; she had an immense heart and was intensely passionate
about helping other people; and
WHEREAS, Stephanie Crispinelli's commitment to excellence, and her
spirit of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, includ-
ing charitable and civic endeavors; and
WHEREAS, Stephanie Crispinelli had traveled to Haiti on a volunteer
mission called the Journey of Hope when the devastating 2010 earthquake
occurred; Stephanie lost her life on January 12, 2010, at the young age
of 19 while carrying out her life's work; and
WHEREAS, To honor her memory, the Crispinelli family is working dili-
gently to carry on her legacy, keeping Stephanie's dream and spirit of
helping others alive; the dedicated family built a school in Jamaica in
2010, called Steph's Place, in her name and are working toward building
a second school in May 2011, continuing their daughter's mission; and
WHEREAS, In addition, the Stephanie Crispinelli Humanitarian Fund was
established to carry on her mission of helping the less fortunate; the
fund has already helped build several new cinderblock homes for families
in Caribbean nations and is giving scholarships to Lynn University as
well as Somers High School students interested in doing humanitarian
work; and
WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit, imbued with a sense of
compassion, and encouraged by a loving family, Stephanie Crispinelli
leaves behind a legacy which will long endure the passage of time and
will remain as a comforting memory to all she served and befriended; and
WHEREAS, Stephanie Crispinelli's life is a portrait of what it truly
means to give of oneself; her remarkable charitable efforts have had a
positive effect; she was a beautiful light in the lives of her family,
friends, and of all those with whom she came in contact and lives on in
their memory; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that those who
enhanced the well-being and vitality of others, and who, even at a young
age, displayed a unique commitment to humanity have earned the recogni-
tion and applause of the citizens of this great Empire State; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Stephanie Crispinelli posthumously for her humanitarian spirit and
consummate compassion which will long serve as an inspiration to us all;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the family of Stephanie Crispinelli.