They have contributed to the development of young leaders by establishing a youth branch of the order. which currently has over 1.000 circles. by sponsoring almost 1.000 Boy Scout troops. and by providing recreational and educational activities for young people at a cost of millions of dollars each year. They have lifted the American spirit by establishing a special branch of the fraternity. known as the 4th degree. which has as its chief mission the fostering of patriotism. And they have helped countless needy people: During the last recorded year alone. the Knights gave more than 9.000.000 volunteer hours and over $32.000.000 for various charitable causes. including aid to the underprivileged and mentally handicapped. religious counseling. medical research. help to Vietnamese refugees. assistance to senior citizens. college scholarshipsthe list goes on and on. In tribute to this noble fraternity. I am introducing a resolution acknowledging March 29. 1982. as the 100th anniversry of the founding of the Knights of Columbus and commending them for a century of dedicated public service.
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