[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 188 (Thursday, November 16, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1580]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 RECOGNIZING NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY

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                            HON. MATT GAETZ

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 16, 2017

  Mr. GAETZ. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize the National 
Philanthropy Day Awards held on this day to honor the millions of great 
Americans across the country and around my district in Northwest 
Florida who selflessly dedicate their lives, time, money and talents 
for the benefit of others.
  Each year a special event is held by the Association of Fundraising 
Professionals to honor those who impact our community on a daily basis 
without want of reward, recognition or return.
  The West Florida Chapter announced the nominees for this year due to 
their philanthropic community efforts. They include: The Ambersley 
Foundation; Audi Pensacola; Baptist Health Care; Terry Berling; Randy 
Bricker; Carol Carlan; Madrina Ciano; Cross Faith Church; Escambia 
County Council of PTA/PTSAs; Junior League of Pensacola; Levin Rinke 
Realty; David Lorenzo; Harold Marcus, Jr.; David Peaden, II; Pen Air 
Federal Credit Union; Michelle Salzman; Sunday's Child; and Todd 
Torgersen.
  This may just be a list of names to those lending an ear, but to me 
and my constituency this list is comprised of organizations and 
individuals who lead by example, inspire those around them and leave a 
lasting impact on our community.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States Congress, I am privileged 
to congratulate these individuals and organizations on their selfless 
acts of giving, and to thank the National Philanthropy Day Awards for 
hosting a day to honor individuals who give all but ask for nothing in 
return.

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