LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending the Neighborhood Technical Assistance
Clinic upon the occasion of hosting its 5th Annual Gala

WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon the people of the State of New York to
recognize and acknowledge those within our midst who have made signif-
icant contributions to the quality of life therein; and
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
organizations 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
the Neighborhood Technical Assistance Clinic upon the occasion of host-
ing its 5th Annual Gala on Wednesday, June 27, 2012, at Steiner Studios
in Brooklyn, New York; and
WHEREAS, Founded in 1998, the Neighborhood Technical Assistance Clinic
(NTAC) strengthens partnerships between communities and philanthropies;
its services build the capacity of New York City community-based and
faith-based organizations serving low income and service-deprived neigh-
borhoods; this is accomplished through ongoing assessments that identify
human, financial and other necessary resources; and
WHEREAS, Many of NTAC's services include: Funding and Grantmaking
Assistance, Project Assistance & Consultation, Board Strategy & Consul-
tation, Meet the Grantmakers, Grant Writing 101, Marketing Outreach and
Special Events, Staff/Volunteer Training, Speakers and Trainers, and
Continuing Education; and
WHEREAS, Ably led by President Valerie Oliver-Durrah, NTAC's distin-
guished record merits the recognition and respectful tribute of this
Legislative Body; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend the Neighborhood Technical Assistance Clinic upon the occasion
of hosting its 5th Annual Gala; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to President Valerie Oliver-Durrah, Neighborhood Technical
Assistance Clinic.