Honor CDPHP for Community Service

Senate Resolution No. 2227 BY: Senator BRESLIN HONORING CDPHP upon the occasion of its selection as an Outstanding Community Partner by The Food Pantries for the Capital District on October 3, 2019 WHEREAS, It is the custom 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 CDPHP upon the occasion of its selection as an Outstanding Community Partner by The Food Pantries for the Capital District, to be observed at its 8th Annual Harvest Evening Celebration on Thursday, October 3, 2019, at Franklin Plaza in Troy, New York; and WHEREAS, Established in 1979, The Food Pantries for the Capital District is a coalition of more than 60 food pantries located in Albany, Rensselaer, Saratoga, and Schenectady Counties; each year, The Food Pantries help fund, collect, and deliver 2.9 million pounds of food for its food member pantries, which helps provide food to 59,000 people for approximately 3.3 million meals; and WHEREAS, For many years, CDPHP has been a strong supporter in the fight against hunger; this compassionate company is being recognized for its many contributions to The Food Pantries for the Capital District, and to the people this vital organization serves; and WHEREAS, Remaining true to its mission, CDPHP supports and promotes health, wellness and education in its community through philanthropy and service; and WHEREAS, CDPHP has established deep roots in the communities it serves, cultivating close ties and supporting the mission of countless civic, cultural and charitable organizations; and WHEREAS, Since its inception in 1984, CDPHP's corporate giving program has donated millions of dollars and thousands of volunteer hours to extend the reach and impact of numerous charities, improving the lives of residents in its service area; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor CDPHP upon the occasion of its selection as an Outstanding Community Partner by The Food Pantries for the Capital District; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to CDPHP.