[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 31 (Saturday, February 17, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E389]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING THE BUCKS COUNTY WOMEN'S FUND

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                         HON. PATRICK J. MURPHY

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 16, 2007

  Mr. PATRICK J. MURPHY of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, it is my 
privilege to rise before you today in recognition of the Bucks County 
Women's Fund.
  For sixteen years the Bucks County Women's Fund has provided more 
than $200,000 to 36 local organizations to support programming in the 
critical areas of domestic violence prevention, economic self-
sufficiency, vocational education, finance, leadership, mentorship and 
literacy. The Fund has opened countless doors to the women and girls of 
Bucks County, recognizing their potential for success and presenting 
them with opportunities to achieve their dreams.
  The Bucks County Women's Fund is a real source of inspiration to the 
citizens and organizations back home, and clearly demonstrates how much 
we all benefit from the advancement of women. The Fund leads by 
example: women manage the Fund, run its programs and promote policies 
for women's rights. It is also active in a global network of funds with 
common goals, working to ensure rights and opportunities for girls and 
women all over the world. What started as a humble organization has now 
established an endowment, ensuring that it will continue as a pillar of 
our community for years to come.
  Madam Speaker, the mission of the Fund has a special significance for 
me personally. My daughter Maggie was born three months ago, and I want 
to thank the Bucks County Women's Fund for building a better future for 
my little girl and all of the girls and women in our county. I offer my 
hearty congratulations as they prepare for ``Creating Change, 
Transforming Lives,'' their 16th annual dinner celebration on March 8, 
2007. Madam Speaker, on Maggie's behalf, I commend the Fund as it 
continues its good work for our wives, mothers, sisters, daughters and 
friends.

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