[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 109 (Thursday, July 7, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1059]
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                        TRIBUTE TO DAWN FOUNTAIN

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                          HON. DAVID W. JOLLY

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, July 7, 2016

  Mr. JOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize Dawn Fountain for 
the care and kindness she provides to victims of domestic violence.
  Ms. Fountain is a founder of Purses and Love, a non-profit 
organization in aid of the victims of domestic violence; but first and 
foremost, she is also a survivor. Alongside her mother and other 
volunteers, she helps the victims and their children by providing them 
with essential items when they arrive at shelters after leaving their 
home. The sad reality exists that these victims often come to shelters 
empty-handed, as many have to flee their homes in a hurry. Ms. Fountain 
provides, among other things, clothing, kids' toys and medical supplies 
for the victims of abuse.
  Mr. Speaker, I want to recognize Ms. Fountain for the work she does 
for these survivors. I thank her for her efforts and I ask that this 
body join me in recognizing her for all that she provides to our 
community.

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