Honor Drug-Free Foundation Gala

Senate Resolution No. 2900 BY: Senator PARKER COMMENDING the Foundation for a Drug-Free World upon the occasion of hosting its 13th Annual Drug-Free Heroes Awards Gala on May 28, 2020 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend those illustrious organizations of the State of New York whose focus and intent have made a substantial impact on the quality of life in their communities; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend the Foundation for a Drug-Free World upon the occasion of hosting its 13th Annual Drug-Free Heroes Awards Gala on Thursday, May

28, 2020, in Leonard's Palazzo, Great Neck, New York; and WHEREAS, The Foundation for a Drug-Free World holds its annual gala in honor of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime International Day Against Drug Abuse, the chapter honors local officials and community leaders who have largely contributed to drug education and awareness; and WHEREAS, The Foundation for a Drug-Free World is a nonprofit public benefit corporation which empowers youth and adults with factual information about drugs so they can make informed decisions and live drug-free; and WHEREAS, This vital organization provides the facts and empowers youth to choose not to take drugs; additionally, its Truth About Drugs campaign consists of simple and effective activities which popularize drug-free living; and WHEREAS, Through a worldwide network of volunteers, 50 million drug prevention booklets have been distributed, tens of thousands of drug awareness events have been held in some 180 countries, and Truth About Drugs public service announcements have been aired on more than 500 television stations; and WHEREAS, These materials and activities have helped people around the world learn about the destructive side effects of drugs; and WHEREAS, Over its distinguished history, the Foundation for a Drug-Free World has demonstrated continuous service to the residents and communities which it serves; and WHEREAS, The success of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World is in direct correlation to the efforts of its dedicated staff, whose involvement is, and always has been, characterized by an impressive commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm, and an uncompromising standard of excellence in all endeavors on behalf of the organization and the community it serves; and WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents an opportunity for this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to the Foundation for a Drug-Free World; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individuals and organizations 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 commend the Foundation for a Drug-Free World upon the occasion of hosting its 13th Annual Drug-Free Heroes Awards Gala on May 28, 2020; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Foundation for a Drug-Free World.