STATE OF OKLAHOMA

1st Session of the 54th Legislature (2013)

SENATE
RESOLUTION 9	By:	Griffin

AS INTRODUCED

A Resolution proclaiming March 20, 2013, as Nonprofit Day in Oklahoma; and directing distribution.

WHEREAS, there are nearly 19,000 nonprofits in Oklahoma, operating in all 77 counties, strengthening communities and touching countless lives; and
WHEREAS, nonprofits employ approximately 10 percent of the workforce and constitute 14 of the top 50 employers in the state; and
WHEREAS, Oklahoma nonprofits contribute to the state economy by generating more than $12 billion in revenue annually and holding $38 billion in assets; and
WHEREAS, Oklahoma is a philanthropic state, with Oklahomans donating nearly $2 billion in itemized contributions, representing 5.6 percent of their discretionary income, to nonprofits.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE 1ST SESSION OF THE 54TH OKLAHOMA LEGISLATURE:
THAT the Oklahoma State Senate proclaims March 20, 2013, as Nonprofit Day in Oklahoma.
THAT a copy of this resolution be distributed to the Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits.

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