[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 189 (Tuesday, December 6, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1225]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  HONORING THE SERVICE OF TIM O'KEEFE

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                          HON. MARK DeSAULNIER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 6, 2022

  Mr. DeSAULNIER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the service 
of Tim O'Keefe as he retires from his role as CEO of the Golden Rain 
Foundation (GRF) of Rossmoor in Walnut Creek.
  Tim's compassion and commitment to advocacy have been evident 
throughout his career. In 1994, he began working for Catholic 
Charities, serving as Associate Executive Director/Chief Operating 
Officer. In 2005, Tim stepped into the role of Executive Director at 
Shelter Inc., helping to provide housing solutions, family support, 
mental health care, and childcare services for families in need and 
working to prevent homelessness in the Bay Area. Thanks to Tim's 
leadership, Shelter Inc. was recognized as one of the top 10 
homelessness service providers of the Bay Area. After nearly a decade 
with Shelter Inc., he stepped into the role of CEO of the Golden Rain 
Foundation, working on behalf of Rossmoor residents.
  In his position with GRF, Tim has spearheaded a variety of projects 
aimed at engaging Rossmoor residents and allowing residents to thrive. 
Under Tim's leadership, GRF has successfully provided a wide range of 
programs and amenities to the Rossmoor community. GRF maintains and 
provides recreational spaces within Rossmoor, enabling residents to 
easily connect with other community members and promoting an active, 
healthy lifestyle within the community.
  Tim's hard work and dedication have helped to transform the lives of 
countless Contra Costa and Bay Area residents. Please join me in 
congratulating Tim as he retires after nearly three decades of public 
service.