New York J 2467: Honoring Brittany Schiavone upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the National L'Oreal Paris Women of Worth Award

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Senate Resolution No. 2467
Senator GAUGHRANBY:
Brittany Schiavone upon the occasion ofHONORING
her designation as recipient of the National L'Oreal
Paris Women of Worth Award
Individuals and organizations devoted to improving theWHEREAS,
quality of life for others, enabling them to build lives of dignity and
self-worth are deserving of the highest praise and recognition; and
This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor BrittanyWHEREAS,
Schiavone upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the
National L'Oreal Paris Women of Worth Award; and
L'Oreal Paris Women of Worth honors extraordinary women whoWHEREAS,
selflessly volunteer their time to serve their communities; the
signature philanthropic program embodies the L'Oreal Paris belief that
'Every Woman Is Worth It' by elevating women who find beauty in giving
back; Brittany Schiavone is one such individual; and
Drawing on her own experiences as a woman with DownWHEREAS,
syndrome, Brittany Schiavone, a 30-year-old from Huntington, New York,
founded Brittany's Baskets of Hope (BBoH), a non-profit organization
dedicated to bringing information, support and guidance to families
welcoming babies with Down syndrome into their lives; and
Under the luminous direction of Brittany Schiavone, thisWHEREAS,
vital organization delivers handmade baskets of baby items and
information about Down syndrome, including Brittany's own story, to
instill hope in the face of uncertainty; and
Since its inception in October of 2016, BBoH has deliveredWHEREAS,
more than 800 baskets to families in 49 states across the country to
celebrate the birth of their babies; and
Remaining true to its mission, Brittany's Baskets of HopeWHEREAS,
is dedicated to encouraging all people with Down syndrome to stand in
their power and show the world what they're made of; and
As the founder of BBoH, Brittany Schiavone is truly aWHEREAS,
testament to the success of individuals living with Down syndrome, and
her story continues to help countless parents envision bright futures
for their children; and
It has always been the objective of this Legislative BodyWHEREAS,
to honor and support those individuals who have displayed their
commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent
of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to
Brittany Schiavone, that future generations may know and appreciate her
admirable character, her many benevolent deeds, and the respect and
esteem in which she is held by her peers; now, therefore, be it

That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations toRESOLVED,
honor Brittany Schiavone upon the occasion of her designation as
recipient of the National L'Oreal Paris Women of Worth Award; and be it
further
That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, beRESOLVED,
transmitted to Brittany Schiavone.