[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 112 (Thursday, July 7, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E699]
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  RECOGNIZING THE MISSION OF SHRIMAD RAJCHANDRA LOVE AND CARE USA TO 
               SERVE COMMUNITIES IN NEED ACROSS THE WORLD

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                        HON. RAJA KRISHNAMOORTHI

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, July 7, 2022

  Mr. KRISHNAMOORTHI. Madam Speaker, today I rise to recognize the 
global mission of Shrimad Rajchandra Love and Care (SRLC) USA and the 
selfless Americans who serve communities in need across the world.
  Led by thousands of highly motivated volunteers, SRLC is a global 
initiative that endeavors to meet the needs of the underprivileged 
through multi-pronged community support and development programs and 
other forms of educational, medical, and humanitarian care. Since its 
founding in 2003, SRLC has carried out its noble mission in big cities 
and small towns all over the world. With over 5,000 volunteers--most of 
whom carry distinguished expertise in medicine, engineering, and 
finance, and are active initiatives in over 50 cities worldwide--SRLC's 
mission to reduce human suffering is global and far-reaching.
  Importantly, SRLC offers individuals a safe-haven in the face of 
armed conflict, relief from climate-related disasters, and access to 
medical care and other critical resources to battle the COVID-19 
pandemic. In this effort, SRLC volunteers serve on the front lines of 
recovery efforts, rising to the challenges associated with providing 
emergency shelter to families impacted by devastating floods, 
tornadoes, fires, and other disasters. But don't just take my word for 
it; the data speaks for itself. According to recent estimates, SRLC has 
assisted more than 1.45 million patients in rural areas receive access 
to medical care to improve both physical and mental wellness in 
underserved communities. The organization has also impacted the lives 
of 1.47 million school children through educational initiatives that, 
for example, teach literacy and financial independence. In addition, 
SRLC has helped 2.34 million people through its humanitarian 
initiatives to combat homelessness, food insecurity, and economic 
disparity.
  It is for this reason that SRLC now enjoys Special Consultative 
Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council, a position 
it has held since 2020.
  Throughout our history, Americans have always stepped up for one 
another in times of crisis. The obligation to be there for our fellow 
citizens is woven into the very fabric of our nation. For almost 20 
years, this spirit of selflessness has been exemplified by Shrimad 
Rajchandra Love and Care (SRLC) USA and its devoted team of volunteers. 
It is my privilege to honor the important mission of SRLC and encourage 
all Americans to renew our collective commitment to lend a helping hand 
to those most in need.

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