TITLE: Congratulating J. Michael and Leslie A. Lowrey of Lake Jackson on their receipt of the 2011 Philanthropist of the Year award from the Community Foundation of Brazoria County.

SUMMARY: Congratulating J. Michael and Leslie A. Lowrey of Lake Jackson on their receipt of the 2011 Philanthropist of the Year award from the Community Foundation of Brazoria County.

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WHEREAS, J. Michael and Leslie A. Lowrey of Lake Jackson have deservedly been honored with the 2011 Philanthropist of the Year award by the Community Foundation of Brazoria County; and WHEREAS, Two citizens who have contributed greatly to the betterment of their community, the Lowreys have shared their time and talents with numerous causes and initiatives in their area; Mike Lowrey began assisting nonprofit organizations early in his career, following in the footsteps of his parents, who had always extolled the rewards of helping others; he is the president of The Lowrey Foundation, which is operated exclusively for religious, charitable, scientific, educational, and literary purposes, and he serves on the boards of the 100 Club of Brazoria County and the Community Foundation of Brazoria County; and WHEREAS, Mr. Lowrey was previously a board member for United Way and the Brazoria County Association for Citizens with Handicaps; he is the founder, president, and CEO of a Lake Jackson management consulting and investment firm, Miken, Inc., and serves on the board of Texas Gulf Bancshares and Texas Gulf Bank, as well as on the Port Freeport commission; and WHEREAS, Leslie Lowrey is a dedicated civic leader in her own right who participates in the Junior League and the Women Building Community division of the Community Foundation; with her husband, she provides charitable support to United Way, the Salvation Army, the American Red Cross, the Star of Hope Mission, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the Brazoria County Association for Citizens with Handicaps, the SIDS Foundation, the Live Oak Clinic, and Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic School; other worthy organizations that benefit from the couple's interest include the Boys and Girls Club of Brazoria County, His Love Counseling Services, the 100 Club of Brazoria County, the Community Foundation, the Brazoria County Historical Association, the Lake Jackson Historical Society, and the Center for the Arts and Sciences in Clute; and WHEREAS, In their generous efforts to make a difference, Mike and Leslie Lowrey have demonstrated tremendous dedication and compassion, and it is indeed a pleasure to honor them for their many good works; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate J. Michael and Leslie A. Lowrey of Lake Jackson on their receipt of the 2011 Philanthropist of the Year award from the Community Foundation of Brazoria County and commend this remarkable couple for their many humanitarian endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Lowrey as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Bonnen Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1036 was adopted by the House on April 7, 2011, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House