[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 51 (Wednesday, March 28, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E474]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   HONORING KAREN KELLEY-ARIWOOLA FOR HER SERVICE TO THE MINNEAPOLIS 
                               FOUNDATION

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                           HON. KEITH ELLISON

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 28, 2012

  Mr. ELLISON. Mr. Speaker, after 18 years of outstanding service Karen 
Kelley-Ariwoola is leaving her position as Vice President of Community 
Philanthropy for The Minneapolis Foundation.
  During her tenure, Karen has made a deep and lasting mark on both the 
Foundation and the metropolitan Minneapolis community. Her leadership 
in education, early childhood, and racial equity issues is renowned 
nationwide and her persistent, collaborative, and compassionate efforts 
have contributed to many of Minnesota's recent gains in each of these 
areas.
  In the aftermath of the May 22, 2011 tornado that struck Minneapolis, 
Karen has played a critical role in raising and distributing well over 
$1 million dollars in relief. She also has assisted many local agencies 
in creating a new model for collaboration and a new vision for North 
Minneapolis. She implemented the same collaborative leadership strategy 
after the I 35W Bridge collapsed and fell into the Mississippi River 
just over 4 years ago.
  Karen's great work has helped The Minneapolis Foundation maintain its 
commitment to transforming education, promoting economic vitality, and 
building social capital. These efforts enable us to create a more 
equitable community and Minnesota's 5th Congressional District is 
grateful for her service.
  As the U.S. Congressman representing Minnesota's 5th Congressional 
District, I honor Karen Kelley-Ariwoola for her accomplishments and 
wish her and her family health, happiness, and prosperity.

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