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WHEREAS, Terra Cush did not have a lot growing up, but she did have the belief that you should always try to help somebody in need when you could; and,
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WHEREAS, as Terra’s small business grew and she became more successful, she wanted to give back in some way. In 2023, she began a toy drive around the holiday for disadvantaged children. She was able to secure a box truck and had donation boxes at her nail salon and two other locations. Between all locations, it wasn’t long before they were able to fill the box truck; and,
WHEREAS, the toy donations she collected helped Save a Life Today Pittsburgh distribute toys to over 100 low-income families during their annual Christmas event. Because of its success, she plans on continuing the toy drive annually; and,
WHEREAS, in addition to her toy drive, Terra’s business helped feed the unhoused for Thanksgiving where they served 67 people in 2022 and close to 100 in 2023 throughout downtown Pittsburgh and the North Side; and,
WHEREAS, Terra’s goal for 2024 is to open up a safe spot for people in need to be able to come to a safe environment to ask for help with daily essentials such as food, clothing and shelter; and,
WHEREAS, she believes that anything people do to help others matters, whether big or small. As she acts upon what she believes, she is proving her conviction; and,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize and commend Terra Cush for her selfless acts of kindness towards those less fortunate; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare, Tuesday, February 20, 2024 to be “Terra Cush Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.