2023-J1615
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(D) 32nd Senate District
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2023-J1615
Senate Resolution No. 1615
BY: Senator SEPULVEDA
COMMENDING Fundacion Rica Inc. upon the occasion
of establishing a nonprofit philanthropic presence
in New York and honoring its commitment to education
and community service
WHEREAS, The State of New York takes great pride in acknowledging
organizations that demonstrate unwavering commitment to education and
community service; and
WHEREAS, Fundacion Rica Inc., with a laudable history of
philanthropy and community engagement, has recently established itself
in New York as a nonprofit organization, thereby extending its reach and
impact; and
WHEREAS, Fundacion Rica Inc. has been a crucial sponsor and
supporter of educational excellence, as demonstrated by their
sponsorship of the Merit Student event in New York, where the
foundation, in collaboration with the Dominican Government and the
Consul General Carlos A. Castillo, awarded medals of merit to 545
outstanding Dominican and Dominican-origin students in various states
under the jurisdiction of the New York consulate; and
WHEREAS, This event, held annually at the Great Hall and Sheppard
Hall at City College in Upper Manhattan, signifies Fundacion Rica's
dedication to recognizing and encouraging academic achievement among
young learners; and
WHEREAS, For over 20 years, Fundacion Rica Inc. has shown its
commitment to student merit and educational advancement, a dedication
that was highlighted during the event when Carlos Castillo presented a
plaque to Carmen Patricia Brache and Wenceslao Soto of Fundacion Rica,
acknowledging their continuous support and contributions; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Fundacion Rica Inc. upon the occasion of establishing a
nonprofit philanthropic presence in New York and recognize its
significant contributions to education and uplifting the community; and
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Fundacion Rica Inc.
actions
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09 / Jan / 2024
- REFERRED TO FINANCE
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