Lofgren Honors DeFrank Center with Commendation for 25 Years of Service
Media Contact: Kyra Jennings, 202.225.3072, kyra.jennings@mail.house.gov
Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D-San Jose) announced that the Billy DeFrank LGBT Community Center received a commendation from her for their 25 year history, devotion and service to San Jose’s LGBT community.
“I am proud to offer this commendation to the Billy DeFrank LGBT Community Center and recognize the support and resources they offer to hundreds of people every week,” said Lofgren. “The DeFrank Center has been a valuable part of our community for a quarter-century and I know they will continue to address the needs and rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender people in San Jose.”
An excerpt from the text of the commendation reads: “Whereas, it has provided invaluable leadership and support services for thousands of LGBT adults, youth, seniors and families; Now, therefore, let it be resolved that Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren does hereby honor and commend the Billy DeFrank LGBT Community Center on this Twenty-Ninth Day of April, 2006.”
“Congresswoman Lofgren has always been an incredible ally to the LGBT community and we deeply appreciate her support and commendation,” said Aejaie Sellers, the DeFrank Center’s executive director. “Her efforts at the national level will ensure that one day who you love will not determine the rights you are entitled to.”
Founded in 1981, the Billy DeFrank LGBT Community Center addresses the needs and rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender people of all ages and backgrounds in Silicon Valley. The DeFrank Center provides a broad range of wellness, social and recreational activities, and emotional support services to approximately 400 visitors each week. The DeFrank Center is a 501(c)3, federally registered, tax-exempt organization, and receives over 21,000 contacts and requests for service a year (either in-person, via phone or on-line). To learn more, visit www.defrank.org.
