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Proclamation thanking The Businessmen, a talented and entertaining band, for their efforts in raising over $200,000 to support various charities.
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WHEREAS, The Businessmen, a talented and entertaining charity band that is committed to helping those less fortunate, especially children, have raised thousands of dollars for several charitable organizations throughout Allegheny County; and
WHEREAS, charities they support include Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Family Resources, the Lupus Foundation, and the Homeless Children and Family Emergency Fund, just to name a few; and
WHEREAS, they have also held special events for individual children in need, such as Megan Greene, a teenager who was temporarily paralyzed from a horseback riding fall, and Joey Guarino, who was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 7; and
WHEREAS, thanks to the generosity of The Businessmen and all of their fans, the band has raised over $200,000 in contributions, provided to various charities;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Allegheny County Council does hereby recognize and thank The Businessmen for making good music and giving back to the community at the same time. Your commitment and dedication to serving those in need serves as an inspiration to the residents of Allegheny County and to all.