Honor Rich Cave's Contributions

Senate Resolution No. 308 BY: Senator MARCELLINO HONORING Rich Cave upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by The Townwide Fund of Huntington, Inc., on February 9, 2017 WHEREAS, It is the practice 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 honor Rich Cave upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by The Townwide Fund of Huntington, Inc., to be celebrated at its Valentine's Day Red Tie Gala on Thursday, February 9, 2017, at the Oheka Castle, Cold Spring Hills, New York; and WHEREAS, The Townwide Fund of Huntington, Inc. was founded in 1961 by a group of private citizens who wanted to raise funds within the community to assist the local charities which make our society stronger; and WHEREAS, For more than 50 years, The Townwide Fund of Huntington, Inc. has continually raised funds and infused local organizations with the support they need to provide health and human services to the residents of the Town of Huntington; and WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents an opportunity for The Townwide Fund of Huntington, Inc. to recognize Rich Cave, Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President of 1st Equity National Title & Closing Services; he is an exceptional individual with a big heart, who proudly and enthusiastically supports the Fund; and WHEREAS, Rich Cave has been called upon to contribute his time and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has always given of himself unstintingly; and WHEREAS, In 2011, Rich Cave, along with his brother, founded PinkTie.org, Real Estate Professionals Networking for a Cure, combining the three key elements of Sports, Networking, and Charity; and WHEREAS, Initially started to compel Rich Cave's many contacts in the Real Estate industry to make a substantial and immediate financial impact on Breast Cancer Research on Long Island, PinkTie.org has now partnered with many local charities to help drive resources and funds in support of their respective causes; and WHEREAS, Under the able leadership of Rich Cave, to date, PinkTie.org, through various charitable partners, has raised significant funds through networking events and sports memorabilia auctions, 100% of which is donated directly to the charities; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Rich Cave has displayed throughout his life; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Rich Cave upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by The Townwide Fund of Huntington, Inc., on February 9,