Proclamation Philanthropy Day
WHEREAS, philanthropic organizations are responsible for enhancing the quality of life
of people; and
WHEREAS, in recognition of the role played by the uniquely American tradition of
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philanthropy, the United States Congress has designated November 15 as
National Philanthropy Day; and
WHEREAS, voluntary associations formed to address societal needs are an integral
part of American society; and
WHEREAS, the history of American philanthropy is filled with the names of the
founding fathers and their efforts spawned universities, free public
libraries, homes for widows and orphans and volunteer fire departments, to
name a few; and
WHEREAS, Americans annually contribute billions of dollars to many worthwhile
charities; and
WHEREAS, today the non-profit sector affects nearly every citizen in one way or
another. They include the educational organizations, religious
organizations, the museums and concerts our children attend on school-
sponsored day trips, the little leagues and 4-H clubs that enrich their youth,
the social service agencies that provide food, clothing, housing and
training and help for the homeless.
NOW THEREFORE, I, TERRANCE M. DUGGAN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA, DO HEREBY PROCLAIM NOVEMBER 15, 2005 AS:
“PHILANTHROPY DAY”
IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE AND URGE ALL PEOPLE TO RECOGNIZE THE
TRADITION OF AMERICAN PHILANTHROPY AS IT CONTINUES TO IMPROVE AND
ENHANCE THE LIVES OF ALL BY PROMOTING THE COMMON GOOD.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto
set my hand and caused the Great Seal
of theCity of Dubuque, IA to be affixed
this 7th day of November, 2005.
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Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor
Attest:
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Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk