Senate Resolution No. 2845

BY: Senator GAUGHRAN

COMMENDING Abigail Wu upon the occasion of her
designation as a Distinguished Finalist in the 25th
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, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Abigail Wu
upon the occasion of her designation as a Distinguished Finalist in the
25th Annual Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program; and

WHEREAS, Abigail Wu 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, Abigail Wu, an esteemed resident of Syosset, New York, and
a freshman at Syosset High School, has achieved national recognition for
exemplary volunteer service by receiving a 2020 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, Abigail Wu founded Vision Competition, through which she
held two student music competitions in her community, raising more than
$10,000 to benefit the music therapy program at NYU Winthrop Cancer
Center for Kids; and

WHEREAS, This extraordinary young lady's efforts included securing a
venue, recruiting volunteers, holding auditions, and creating posters to
advertise her competition; 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 Abigail Wu, who use
their considerable talents and resources to serve others; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is moved to honor Abigail Wu,
commending her for her outstanding record of volunteerism, 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 Abigail Wu 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 Abigail Wu.