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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHON. DAVID G. VALADAO
of california
in the house of representatives
Mr. VALADAO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Kiwanis Club of Lindsay as it celebrates its 100th anniversary, and to commend its century of dedicated service to community improvement, support for local youth, and the promotion of education.
worked tirelessly to strengthen the community through service, leadership, and fellowship. From physicians and medical providers to farmers and retail workers, members from every part of the Lindsay community came together with the goal of inspiring residents to engage in service above self. From the beginning, the club has played a vital role in enriching the lives of local children by sponsoring and organizing events such as horse shows, Boy Scout meetings, youth sports, and community entertainment. Beyond its local impact, the club has extended its reach internationally, partnering with charitable groups to provide financial aid, scholarships, and livestock to children in need. Shortly after, local Kiwanians helped establish the Lindsay-Ono Sister City Program, offering students the once-in-a- lifetime opportunity to immerse themselves in Japan's rich culture and traditions
female member and, just four years later, was elected club president. During this time, the club also supported efforts to refurbish the Lindsay Memorial Building and helped bring back the iconic “Giant Olive,” which now stands proudly near the Olive Tree Inn along Highway 65.
to education, providing hundreds of thousands of dollars in loans and scholarships to high school students from Lindsay and Strathmore. Its dedication to service is equally evident in its ongoing efforts, including community cleanups, food distribution, family events, and city improvement projects.
Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the House of Representatives to join me in congratulating the Kiwanis Club of Lindsay on 100 years of outstanding service. Through its unwavering commitment to youth, education, and community, the club continues to help shape the next generation of leaders in the Central Valley and across our Nation.