J 283: Commending the Stuy Park Lions Club, Inc. upon the occasion of hosting its 32nd Annual Red and White Winter Gala on February 14, 2025

 Senate Resolution No. 283 BY: Senator PARKER COMMENDING the Stuy Park Lions Club, Inc. upon the occasion of hosting its 32nd Annual Red and White Winter Gala on February 14, 2025 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and commend those outstanding organizations whose purposeful endeavors enhance the quality of life in their communities and beyond, and whose commitment to service embodies the highest standards of excellence; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend the Stuy Park Lions Club, Inc. upon the occasion of hosting its 32nd Annual Red and White Winter Gala, to be held on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Antun's Catering Hall, Queens Village, New York; and WHEREAS, Chartered in 1991, the Stuy Park Lions Club is part of Lions Clubs International, the largest service organization in the world, with over 1.4 million members in more than 200 countries, united by the mission of service; and WHEREAS, For more than three decades, the Stuy Park Lions Club has faithfully served the Brooklyn community, exemplifying the Lions' motto, "We Serve," by supporting those less fortunate through initiatives addressing hunger, education, health, and community development; and WHEREAS, The Annual Red and White Winter Gala stands as the premier fundraising event for the Stuy Park Lions Club, allowing the organization to sustain its vital programs, honor its dedicated members and supporters, and further its mission to make a meaningful difference locally and globally; and WHEREAS, In keeping with this year's theme, "We Serve" and Beyond the Horizon, the Stuy Park Lions Club remains steadfast in its mission to inspire hope, bring relief to those in need, and foster a spirit of community and collaboration; and WHEREAS, The success of the Stuy Park Lions Club is in direct correlation to the efforts of its dedicated members, including Lion Janet Felix, President, Lion Dian Duke, Event Chairperson, and the entire Board of Directors, whose commitment to service and excellence has had an immeasurable impact on the community it serves; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to recognize and applaud the outstanding achievements of the Stuy Park Lions Club, Inc., and to extend its highest commendation to this remarkable organization, which has demonstrated an unwavering dedication to service and humanity; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend the Stuy Park Lions Club, Inc. upon the occasion of hosting its 32nd Annual Red and White Winter Gala on February 14, 2025, and to honor its members for their steadfast commitment to building a stronger, more compassionate community; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Lion Janet Felix, President; and the Stuy Park Lions Club, Inc.