[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 109 (Tuesday, June 30, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E641]
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                   HONORING COMMUNITY PROJECTS, INC.

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 30, 2026

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor 
Community Projects, Inc., a local thrift store and non-profit 
organization, on its 85th anniversary of dedicated service to our Napa 
community.
  Community Projects, Inc. is a cornerstone non-profit entity in Napa, 
California, governed by a dedicated Board of Directors and supported by 
a robust network of community volunteers, it operates as a 501(c)(3) 
organization focused on local community enrichment and support.
  Since its founding on April 15, 1941, Community Projects, Inc. has 
grown into a dedicated band of more than 100 volunteers who have 
granted approximately $17 million in donations over the years to 
charitable organizations. Their primary source of funding is the 
organization's thrift store located at 715 Franklin St., which provides 
affordable goods to the community while generating revenue for local 
grants and philanthropic projects.
  Community Projects, Inc. remains one of the oldest active non-profit 
organizations in our region, continuing to adapt its fundraising 
efforts to serve the evolving needs of our Napa community. The proceeds 
from Community Projects' efforts have allowed the organization to 
donate millions of dollars back to our Napa community through grants to 
other local organizations and scholarships to Napa County Schools.
  Some organizations supported by Community Projects, Inc. include 
Mentis, Cope Family Center, NEWS Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse 
Services, Girls on the Run, Project Napa Graduation, Can Do Pro 
Inclusion Napa, and Napa Wildlife Rescue.
  Mr. Speaker, Community Projects, Inc. has done incredible work 
supporting our community for the past 85 years. Therefore, it is 
fitting and proper that we honor this organization here today.

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