IL HR1257

Recognizes Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity on its 23rd annual Black & Gold Scholarship Ball held November 17, 2012, at the Holiday Inn Chicago-Matteson

Acknowledges the fraternity's educational mission to provide resources and raise scholarship funds for young African American males

Notes Alpha Phi Alpha's community contributions including over $250,000 in scholarship awards from the Theta Mu Lambda Charitable Foundation, legislative scholarships, and mentorship programs

Salutes Minnie Minoso, Chicago White Sox legend, for his strong leadership at the 2012 program

Directs presentation of a suitable copy of the resolution to Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity as a symbol of the House's esteem and respect