HJR616 Summary

• Commends Patrick Morris and the UA Greek Relief Fund for relief efforts following the April 27, 2011, tornadoes that caused unprecedented destruction and loss of life in Alabama.

• Patrick Morris, a University of Alabama Delta Kappa Epsilon officer and business major, organized a food drive on the night of the storms that served over 1,500 meals by April 28, 2011.

• By April 29, 2011, the UA Greek Relief Fund established a full relief operation with communication centers, donation drop-offs, food pantries, and delivery services throughout Tuscaloosa County.

• The UA Greek Relief Fund delivered over 8,000 meals in one day and more than 52,000 hot meals by the end of the second week, representing one-third of total relief meals provided in the Tuscaloosa area.

• The legislature expresses gratitude for the community service and inspiration provided by Morris and the Greek Relief Fund, which instilled a spirit of volunteerism and service in the community.