2011-J2406
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Divi and Josh Greisman upon the occa-
sion of their designation by the Chabad of Little Neck as the Guests of
Honor at a Dinner on June 23, 2011
WHEREAS, The quality and character of life in the Empire State is great-
ly enriched by the faithful and generous service of those who devote
themselves to endeavors of family, faith and community; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend individuals of such magnanimous conduct and bearing who demon-
strate a deep and continuing concern for others, and in so doing,
inspire others to do the same; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and fully in accord with its long-
standing traditions, it is the intent of this Legislative Body to
commend Divi and Josh Greisman upon the occasion of their designation by
the Chabad of Little Neck as the Guests of Honor at a Dinner on June 23,
2011, to be held at Colbeh Catering; and
WHEREAS, This year the shul chose as its Guests of Honor Divi and Josh
Greisman for their support, commitment and dedication to the Chabad of
Little Neck; and
WHEREAS, The Chabad of Little Neck is dedicated to offering to all
people, regardless of background, philosophy or level of commitment, an
open door environment for strengthening and enhancing Jewish life,
providing material, emotional and spiritual support to anyone who walks
through its doors; and
WHEREAS, The Chabad of Little Neck which offers a warm, joyous,
sincere and inspiring atmosphere for worship, builds community through
its youth programs, prayer services, food drive, women's center and
educational events, strengthening not only the Jewish community but the
entire Borough of Queens; and
WHEREAS, Josh Greisman, the founder of his own real estate company, KC
Partner, grew up in Crown Heights and attended the United Lubavitch
Yeshivah, then went on to receive his Rabinic ordination in Sydney,
Australia; and
WHEREAS, Divi Greisman, the CEO and co-founder of MessesOfDresses.com,
grew up in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, where she attended the Beth Rivkah
Girl's school, then studied as an exchange student at Cape Town's Jewish
Women's Institute; and
WHEREAS, Josh, Divi and their son, Ben, have built their home on the
foundation of chesed and charity, and have generously supported Chabad
of Little Neck since its inception; and
WHEREAS, Divi and Josh Greisman are sincerely devoted members of the
Chabad of Little Neck and their community as well as generous supporters
of many worthy programs and causes at the Shul, in the community, and in
Israel; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to extend its highest commen-
dation to Divi and Josh Greisman for their dedication and commitment to
their community and their heritage; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Divi and Josh Greisman upon the occasion of their designation by
the Chabad of Little Neck as the Guests of Honor at a Dinner on June 23,
2011; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Divi and Josh Greisman.