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To recognize and thank MY Project USA on the occasion of the Columbus Interfaith Iftar Dinner being held on June 10, 2018
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WHEREAS, MY Project USA is a national initiative headquartered in Columbus that works to empower youth, families, and entire communities through social services and civic engagement; and
WHEREAS, the Columbus Interfaith Iftar Dinner will be hosted by MY Project USA on June 10, 2018, and will celebrate the service and legacy of social justice champions in Central Ohio; and
WHEREAS, by recognizing outstanding individuals for their service in the community, the Columbus Interfaith Iftar Dinner helps inspire and encourage ongoing charitable and social work to the benefit of Columbus families and neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, funds raised from the dinner will help MY Project USA provide care for those in need in the Columbus community, with a focus on providing food, housing, and employment opportunities to underserved youth and families; and
WHEREAS, MY Project USA has delivered more than 11,000 hot meals to homes and has distributed more than 700,000 meals and snacks through the My Family Pantry to community members in need; and
WHEREAS, the work of MY Project USA has been particularly impactful in the Wedgewood neighborhood of Columbus, where its successes include providing youth development and leadership training, fostering a closer relationship with the Columbus Division of Police, organizing language classes and other workshops for parents and adults, setting up youth sports, reading, and Scouting programs, and starting a Clean Building Initiative and a See Something, Say Something campaign to reduce crime and improve living conditions in the area; and
WHEREAS, the Columbus Interfaith Iftar Dinner is an opportunity for individuals of all faiths and backgrounds to join together to affirm that the City of Columbus welcomes, embraces, and supports all members of the community, especially those most in need; now, therefore
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