[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 3]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 4373]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                   CONGRATULATIONS KENDALL CIESEMIER

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                          HON. PETER J. ROSKAM

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 14, 2007

  Mr. ROSKAM. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Kendall 
Ciesemier of Wheaton for her outstanding volunteer efforts and service 
to others.
  At just 14 years old, Kendall is the founder of Kids Caring 4 Kids, a 
nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness of the AIDS 
epidemic currently devastating Africa. Through community outreach and 
fundraising, Kendall has made an incredible difference in the lives of 
AIDS orphans in a village in Zambia.
  In spite of her recent personal struggle with two liver transplants, 
Kendall has tirelessly directed her remarkable talent and energy to 
serving others. To date, she has raised over $50,000 and just this week 
was recognized as one of the nation's top youth volunteers by the 
Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program.
  I commend Kendall for her strength of character and selfless 
community service.
  Kendall, your family, your school, and your community are extremely 
proud of what you've accomplished. I wish you all the best in the 
future. Keep up the good work!

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