[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 102 (Monday, June 12, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E548]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              CELEBRATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF EL VALOR

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                     HON. JESUS G. ``CHUY'' GARCIA

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 12, 2023

  Mr. GARCIA of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 
50th Anniversary of El Valor, a multicultural non-profit organization 
whose mission is to support children. people with disabilities, and 
their young families to achieve excellence and participate fully in 
life throughout the Chicagoland area and Cook County, Illinois.
  El Valor was founded in 1973, when Guadalupe Reyes could not find 
quality care for her son with mental and physical disabilities. It was 
this need for a place that was welcoming and supportive for the most 
marginalized members of our community that led to the inception of El 
Valor.
  Over the past five decades, El Valor has been a home and place of 
belonging. From early childhood education programs in English and 
Spanish to adult programs for individuals of all abilities, and 
professional development opportunities for rising community leaders, El 
Valor supports people in achieving their full potential.
  I am honored to commemorate El Valor on their 50th Anniversary. 
Congratulations (!Felicidades!).

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