[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 93 (Wednesday, June 6, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E782]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING AND COMMENDING PAYU-TA, INC. ON THEIR 10TH ANNIVERSARY 
                       SERVING THE GUAM COMMUNITY

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                       HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO

                                of guam

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 6, 2018

  Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and commend 
Payu-ta, Inc. as they celebrate their 1Oth anniversary as a nonprofit 
organization serving the people of Guam. Payu-ta is Guam's umbrella 
association of non-governmental organizations. It was established in 
2008 to address the need to enhance the services and effectiveness of 
non-governmental agencies on Guam. The mission of Payu-ta, Inc. is to 
support system that promotes and strengthens member organizations' 
capacity and advocates for a progressive and sustainable Guam 
community. The organization seeks to create collaborative partnerships 
that maximize resources and responds efficiently and effectively for 
positive community impact.
  For the last 10 years, Payu-ta, Inc. has demonstrated that all those 
in our community are called to work together for the betterment of the 
island of Guam. The work of Payu-ta, Inc. has been a true investment in 
our community on Guam. The organization has recognized that non-profit 
organizations are a vital part of our society that contribute to the 
improved quality of life for all those in the community. Payu-ta, Inc. 
is made up of 27 member organization who provide a range of services to 
supplement the needs of the people of Guam. The members of Payu-ta, 
Inc. continue to deliver and enhance services to strengthen the island 
community. I am proud of the good work Payu-ta, Inc. has done over the 
last 10 years. I join the people of Guam in recognizing and commending 
Payu-ta, Inc. on its 10th anniversary as a nonprofit organization 
serving our island and people. I look forward to their continued 
success and contributions to our community.

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