TITLE: Commemorating the 50th anniversary of Christian Community Action in Denton County.

SUMMARY: Commemorating the 50th anniversary of Christian Community Action in Denton County.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Christian Community Action (CCA) in Denton County is marking the 50th anniversary of its founding in 2023; and WHEREAS, Started as a small Bible study in 1973, CCA has since grown into a nonprofit organization with 30 employees and more than 5,500 volunteers; the group assists area residents facing poverty and homelessness, with the ultimate goal of helping local families to thrive; in its important work, the organization is guided by the principles of excellence, dignity, servant spirit, trust, diversity, and integrity; and WHEREAS, CCA offers a wide variety of services, including a food pantry, financial assistance, seasonal programs, assistance for seniors, and education and empowerment; in 2022, the organization provided more than two million healthy meals, contributed nearly $1.5 million toward preventing and ending homelessness, and gave Christmas gifts to over 1,500 children; and WHEREAS, For half a century, Christian Community Action has played a vital role in the North Texas community, and the organization is indeed deserving of recognition on this important milestone in its history; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby commemorate the 50th anniversary of Christian Community Action and extend to all those associated with the organization sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for CCA as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Thimesch Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1015 was adopted by the House on April 20, 2023, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House