A RESOLUTION HONORING Gautham Vaidyanathan.
Whereas, Gautham Vaidyanathan, an esteemed resident of
Mishawaka, Indiana, and a student at Penn High School, has
achieved national recognition for exemplary volunteer service
by receiving the 2006 Prudential Spirit of Community Award;
Whereas, This prestigious award, presented by Prudential
Financial in partnership with the National Association of
Secondary School Principals, honors young volunteers across
America who have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment
to serving their communities;
Whereas, Mr. Gautham Vaidyanathan earned this award by giving generously of his time and energy by establishing an
organization called "Lean on Me" that collects donations of
money, clothing, toys, and medical and school supplies for sick
and needy children around the world; and
Whereas, The success of the state of Indiana, the strength
of our communities, and the overall vitality of American society
depend, in great measure, upon the dedication of young people
like Mr. Gautham Vaidyanathan who use their considerable
talents and resources to serve others: Therefore,
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