2026 SESSION

INTRODUCED

26109063D

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 395

Offered March 11, 2026

Commending the Richmond Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc.

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Patrons—McQuinn, Clark, Cole, J.G., Cole, N.T., Cousins, McPike, Rasoul, Schmidt, Ward and Ware

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WHEREAS, for 50 years, the Richmond Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc., has uplifted communities and empowered young people by providing access to vital resources and services; and

WHEREAS, chartered in 1976, the Richmond Chapter of Continental Societies is part of an international service network dedicated to the socioeconomic and cultural welfare of underserved youths; and

WHEREAS, the Richmond Chapter of Continental Societies is one of 50 chapters in 21 states, Washington, D.C., and Bermuda; and

WHEREAS, the Richmond Chapter of Continental Societies strives to create environments within communities where children have access to quality services and appropriate opportunities to reach their fullest potential; and

WHEREAS, the Richmond Chapter of Continental Societies was one of the original sponsors of the For Kid's Sake program on WTVR-6, and the chapter remains focused on assisting young people with special needs; and

WHEREAS, among many other projects to support young people, the Richmond Chapter of Continental Societies has established the Gift of Warmth winter coat drive and scholarships for worthy high school seniors in the Richmond area; and

WHEREAS, the Richmond Chapter of Continental Societies has fulfilled its mission through the hard work of generations of volunteers and generous support from donors and community partners; the chapter has proudly hosted its largest fundraiser, the Elegance in Black and White Gala, since 1978; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That the Richmond Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc., hereby be commended on the occasion of its 50th anniversary; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the Richmond Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc., as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for the organization's legacy of contributions to young people.