J 1055: Commemorating the 2025 Spring Gala of the Brooklyn Children's Museum (BCM) and honoring Dr. Jocelynne Rainey, recipient of the BCM Champion Award, to be held on June 12, 2025

 Senate Resolution No. 1055 BY: Senator PARKER COMMEMORATING the 2025 Spring Gala of the Brooklyn Children's Museum (BCM) and honoring Dr. Jocelynne Rainey, recipient of the BCM Champion Award, to be held on June 12, 2025 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and honor outstanding cultural institutions and individuals who have demonstrated visionary leadership, civic dedication, and a profound commitment to enriching the lives of children and families across New York State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is proud to commemorate the 2025 Spring Gala of the Brooklyn Children's Museum, to be held on Thursday, June 12, 2025; and WHEREAS, Founded in 1899, the Brooklyn Children's Museum is the first children's museum in the world and remains a beloved cultural landmark, dedicated to sparking curiosity, creativity, and lifelong learning through dynamic exhibitions, educational programming, and community engagement; and WHEREAS, The 2025 Spring Gala serves as a vital fundraiser to support the museum's mission of accessibility and inclusion, ensuring that children from all backgrounds have access to playful, enriching experiences that nurture both intellect and imagination; and WHEREAS, At this year's Gala, the museum will proudly honor Dr. Jocelynne Rainey with the 2025 BCM Champion Award, in recognition of her exceptional leadership, commitment to equity, and enduring contributions to education, workforce development, and community advancement; and WHEREAS, Dr. Rainey's tireless work as president and CEO of the Brooklyn Community Foundation, along with her decades of service in both the nonprofit and public sectors, exemplifies the spirit of the BCM Champion Award and reflects the very best of Brooklyn's civic and philanthropic tradition; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body commends the Brooklyn Children's Museum for its continued excellence as a cultural and educational institution, and honors Dr. Jocelynne Rainey for her outstanding achievements and lasting impact; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 2025 Spring Gala of the Brooklyn Children's Museum, and to celebrate Dr. Jocelynne Rainey, recipient of the BCM Champion Award; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Brooklyn Children's Museum and Dr. Jocelynne Rainey in recognition of this meaningful occasion.