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SR 375: Savannah Feed the Hungry; commend

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Senate Resolution 375

By: Senator James of the 28th

A RESOLUTION

Commending Savannah Feed the Hungry; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Savannah Feed the Hungry was established in 2009 and has since provided over 1.5 million meals across 14 cities in Georgia and South Carolina; and

WHEREAS, founded during a time of economic hardship, Savannah Feed the Hungry has grown into one of the nation's largest holiday meal programs, serving more than 50,000 individuals annually; and

WHEREAS, in partnership with St. Joseph's/Candler, Savannah Feed the Hungry opened the Empowerment Center in 2019, a one-stop resource center dedicated to helping individuals achieve long-term self-sufficiency; and

WHEREAS, the Empowerment Center has assisted over 244 individuals in transitioning from renting to homeownership while also offering GED classes, continuing education, after-school programs, conflict resolution training, and various workshops and seminars; and

WHEREAS, Savannah Feed the Hungry further collaborates with Savannah Technical College, Saint Leo University, the Georgia Ports Authority, Georgia Power, and numerous other organizations to provide educational and professional opportunities; and

WHEREAS, through its unwavering commitment to service and the support of hundreds of volunteers, Savannah Feed the Hungry continues to uplift individuals and families in Georgia and beyond, making it abundantly fitting and proper that it be appropriately honored.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body commend Savannah Feed the Hungry for its outstanding contributions on behalf of those in need as well as extend best wishes for continued success.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Savannah Feed the Hungry.