[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 145 (Friday, September 9, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E906]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    SPECIAL RECOGNITION OF THE MARSH FOUNDATION'S 100TH ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. ROBERT E. LATTA

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 9, 2022

  Mr. LATTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize and celebrate the 
100th anniversary of the Marsh Foundation. The Marsh Foundation has a 
remarkable history within Van Wert and the surrounding community. Over 
the last 100 years, the Foundation has been committed to its mission of 
inspiring hope, teaching others, and caring for children and families.
  The Marsh Foundation was made possible by the family of George and 
Hilinda Marsh. George, Hilinda, and their daughter Katie donated their 
substantial estate for the purpose of helping children and families in 
need. The concept for the Foundation originated when George and Hilinda 
were traveling through Van Wert on their way home from Fort Wayne, 
Indiana when they noticed two small boys huddled together in a dark 
doorway. Their mother was working that evening, so the boys had to wait 
during the winter night for her to finish. The sight of the cold, young 
boys drove the compassionate Marshs to use their resources to help 
those in need.
  Through his will, George Marsh created a foundation to benefit youth 
in the area. His will provided $5,000,000 for the establishment of the 
Foundation. During the last 100 years, the Marsh Foundation has 
provided many services including: on-campus group homes for boys ages 
ten to seventeen, a specialized residential program for male juvenile 
sex offenders, a strong network of foster homes, clinical services, an 
on-campus school for youth in care, and a full-time activities program 
for youth.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in paying special 
tribute to the Marsh Foundation and its staff, past and present, on 
this remarkable occasion. By celebrating the one hundredth anniversary, 
community members and Ohio residents recognize the contribution of the 
Foundation to our region and community. Congratulations to the Marsh 
Foundation on this significant milestone.

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