HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 63 Offered February 20, 2007 Commending Elizabeth Levy. ---------- Patrons-- Ware, O., Fralin and Griffith ----------

WHEREAS, Elizabeth Levy of Roanoke, aged 16, is recognized as a distinguished finalist in the 2007 Prudential Spirit of Community Award program for her exemplary volunteer activities; and

WHEREAS, this prestigious award, presented by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals, honors young volunteers across the nation who have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to serving their communities; and

WHEREAS, a junior at Roanoke Catholic School, Elizabeth Levy cofounded and now heads a 120-member, nonprofit youth leadership organization called U.S. Kids Care; and

WHEREAS, since its first meeting in September 2005, U.S. Kids Care has helped organize projects that help feed and clothe persons in need, provide supplies to refugee children, and raise money for Hurricane Katrina victims; and

WHEREAS, the spirit of volunteerism, the strength of the Commonwealth's communities, and the overall vitality of American society depend, in great measure, upon the dedication of young people like Elizabeth Levy who use their considerable talents and resources to positively affect the lives of others; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That Elizabeth Levy be hereby commended as a distinguished finalist in the 2007 Prudential Spirit of Community Award program; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Elizabeth Levy as an expression of the admiration of the House of Delegates for her exemplary commitment to serving others.