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2026 -- S 3277
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STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
IN GENERAL ASSEMBLY
JANUARY SESSION, A.D. 2026
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S E N A T E R E S O L U T I O N
CELEBRATING THE 160TH ANNIVERSARY OF CHILD & FAMILY AND RECOGNIZING
ITS IMPACT ACROSS RHODE ISLAND
Introduced By:
Senators DiPalma, Felag, Tikoian, Appollonio, LaMountain, McKenney,
Sosnowski, Rogers, Famiglietti, and Burke
Date Introduced:
May 12, 2026
Referred To:
Recommended for Immediate Consideration
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WHEREAS, Child & Family was founded in 1866 by Ellen Townsend, establishing one
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of Rhode Island’s oldest and most trusted human service organizations dedicated to supporting
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children and families in need; and
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WHEREAS, For 160 years, Child & Family has evolved to meet the changing needs of
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Rhode Islanders, strengthening individuals, families, and communities through evidence-based
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programs and compassionate care; and
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WHEREAS, Child & Family provides a comprehensive continuum of services across the
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lifespan, including early childhood education, foster care and adoption services, family support
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and preservation programs, behavioral health services, supportive housing for families
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experiencing homelessness, and services that enable older adults to age safely and independently;
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and
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WHEREAS, In 2025, Child & Family served more than 1,835 Rhode Islanders,
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delivering critical support through programs such as the Sandpipers Early Learning Center,
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Family Centered Treatment, Functional Family Therapy, foster care and youth transition services,
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and aging well programs; and
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WHEREAS, Child & Family provided 135 children with early education, supported 42
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families with housing and stabilization services, and ensured access to essential resources for
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individuals and families across the State; and
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WHEREAS, Child & Family delivered more than 165,000 hours of care and services
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statewide, reflecting its deep and sustained investment in strengthening Rhode Island
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communities; and
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WHEREAS, Through these programs, Child & Family helps children build strong
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foundations for lifelong success, supports families through crisis and stabilization, provides safe
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and supportive environments for youth in care, and promotes dignity and independence for older
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adults; and
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WHEREAS, The organization’s success is made possible through the dedication of its
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staff, leadership, Board of Directors, volunteers, and community partners, whose collective
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efforts have strengthened communities across the State; and
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WHEREAS, In 2026, Child & Family proudly celebrates its 160th Anniversary, honoring
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a legacy of service while continuing to advance innovative solutions that meet the needs of future
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generations; now, therefore be it
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RESOLVED, That this Senate of the State of Rhode Island hereby congratulates Child &
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Family on the occasion of its 160th Anniversary and recognizes its longstanding commitment to
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improving the lives of Rhode Islanders; and be it further
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RESOLVED, That this Senate hereby acknowledges Child & Family as a vital
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community resource and commends its continued leadership in delivering impactful, evidence-
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based services that strengthen children, families, and older adults across the State; and be it
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further
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RESOLVED, That this Senate expresses its sincere appreciation to the staff, volunteers,
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board members, and community partners whose dedication continues to advance the mission of
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Child & Family and create stronger, more resilient communities; and be it further
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RESOLVED, That the Secretary of State be and hereby is authorized and directed to
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transmit a duly certified copy of this resolution to the leadership of Child & Family.
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