[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 53 (Tuesday, April 29, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E778]
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                      THE SUCCESS OF ANGEL CHARITY

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                             HON. JIM KOLBE

                               of arizona

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 29, 1997

  Mr. KOLBE of Arizona. Mr. Speaker, our forbearers believed it was 
their duty to work together for the common good so that each might have 
the opportunity to enjoy the full fruits of liberty. Tucson's own Angel 
Charity for Children epitomizes that commitment to the principle of 
personal compassion that has made America great. Truly, there can be no 
greater reward than the satisfaction that comes from helping our 
neighbors in need to help themselves.
  For 15 years, Angel Charity volunteers have identified and met the 
critical needs of children, and their families, in our community. 
Goodness knows there has been no shortage of worthwhile projects that 
have needed Angel Charity's support. To this charity's credit, it has 
purposefully sought out a different organization each year for which to 
raise funds.
  And Angel Charity's gifts keep on giving. By concentrating on brick-
and-mortar projects, the organization has enabled beneficiaries to 
concentrate their resources on programs that meet the physical, 
emotional, and developmental needs of children. The increased public 
exposure each beneficiary receives through association with Angel 
Charity is incalculable.
  The fact that Angel Charity has raised more than $9 million to date 
for Tucson's children is truly astounding. Their success is testimony 
to the truth that those who give freely are twice blessed.

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