HR0573 101ST GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish to recognize the 30th Annual Black & Gold Scholarship Gala presented by the Theta Mu Lambda Charitable Foundation, a not-for-profit entity of the Theta Mu Lambda Chapter - Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated; and

WHEREAS, This event raises funds in order to provide educational resources and scholarships to expand scholastic opportunities for young African American students; and

WHEREAS, Alpha Phi Alpha firmly believes in creating resources, leadership skills, and tools for youth to realize their full potential and is dedicated to building a foundation for the educational and personal development of future leaders; and

WHEREAS, Some of the community services provided include scholarships funded by the Theta Mu Lambda Foundation in excess of $180,000 to date, the Leader of Tomorrow mentorship program that provides mentorship and personal development programs through a six-month long program, Project Alpha leadership training, college tours, and many other educational programs; and

WHEREAS, This year's program theme is "Commitment to Community and Education"; and

WHEREAS, This year's gala will be held on November 16, 2019 at the Tinley Park Convention Center; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we recognize the 30th Annual Black & Gold Scholarship Gala, and we wish the Theta Mu Lambda Charitable Foundation many more years of success; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the Theta Mu Lambda Charitable Foundation as an expression of our esteem and respect.