Proc. 2021-31 - SHSU Hunger and Homeless Awarness Week -
Proclamation N0. 2021-31
WHEREAS hunger and homelessness are significant issues of grave concern across the United States and the State of Texas. In that spirit of giving, each year the National Coalition for
the Homeless and the National Student Campaign Against Hunger and Homelessness sponsor Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week during the week prior to Thanksgiving; and
WHEREAS this week is designed to educate the public, draw attention to the problem of poverty, and build up the base of volunteers and supporters for local anti-poverty agencies. This
week is spent generating publicity about hunger and homelessness through a series of events to engage communities; and
WHEREAS participating in Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week not only raises awareness and promotes ending hunger and homelessness within your own community—it also strengthens the
national movement to end poverty. Bringing attention to the plight of the hungry and homeless can foster greater understanding and solidarity and inspire others to take action.
WHEREAS the SHSU Food Panty brings health and hope to communities by taking a holistic approach to help students that struggle with food insecurity. Their focus is to better serve the
community by educating students on understanding food insecurity, and to provide a space for students to volunteer and network; and
WHEREAS SHSU Food Pantry understands that hunger is just one indication of poverty and strive to identify and address each symptom with the hope that they are empowering the community
and changing lives.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY PROCLAIMED, by the power vested in me as the Mayor of the City of Huntsville, Texas, that:
November 18,2021
be declared: SHSU FOOD PANTRY DAY
in Huntsville, Texas, and encourage all citizens to take action in the fight against hunger.
PROCLAIMED AND SIGNED this the 18th day of November 2021.
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Andy Brauninger, Mayor