A house RESOLUTION

 

TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR THE COREY MITCHELL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS FOUNDATION FOR THE ORGANIZATION'S OUTSTANDING WORK IN PROVIDING EDUCATION, ADVOCACY, AND RESOURCES TO THOSE AFFECTED BY MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS; TO EXTEND BEST WISHES TO FOUNDER COREY MITCHELL FOR MUCH CONTINUED SUCCESS IN FULFILLING THAT ORGANIZATION'S WORTHY MISSION; AND TO DECLARE THE MONTH OF MARCH 2026 AS "MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS AWARENESS MONTH" IN SOUTH CAROLINA.

 

Whereas, during the month of March, which is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month, it is entirely fitting that the South Carolina House of Representatives should pause in its deliberations to commend the critical services performed by the Corey Mitchell Multiple Sclerosis Foundation (CMMS Foundation); and

 

Whereas, led by founder and CEO Corey Mitchell, the nonprofit CMMS Foundation serves under this mission: to walk alongside individuals and families affected by MS through education, outreach, advocacy, and opportunity while restoring hope and dignity to those who often feel unseen; and

 

Whereas, Corey Mitchell knows firsthand of what he speaks. He was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, a chronic and often unpredictable disease that affects the central nervous system. In that moment, when life felt uncertain and the future unclear, he had two choices: to allow the diagnosis to define him or to allow it to refine his purpose. Through faith, reflection, and a deep sense of responsibility to others walking the same road, a vision was born in Corey's heart that transformed his life. That vision became the Corey Mitchell Multiple Sclerosis Foundation; and

 

Whereas, since its founding, the CMMS Foundation has grown into a trusted community partner across the Midlands and beyond. It hosts annual health fairs and walks that provide education, resources, and access to care; it organizes back-to-school initiatives that equip hundreds of children with supplies, ensuring no child starts the school year behind. Moreover, through the organization's Helping Hands Scholarship Program, the CMMS Foundation supports rising college students, particularly those entering the medical field, with the hope that one day they may help create better treatments, improved quality of life, or even a cure for MS; and

 

Whereas, the CMMS Foundation has been honored by partnerships with local governments, schools, law enforcement, civic organizations, and healthcare advocates. The organization is proud to be recognized by the City of Columbia and continues to collaborate with institutions that believe in strengthening families and uplifting underserved populations; and

 

Whereas, the House takes great pleasure in adding its tribute to the many encomiums received by founder Corey Mitchell and his praiseworthy organization, which is rooted in community, driven by accountability, and guided by compassion. Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

 

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize and honor the Corey Mitchell Multiple Sclerosis Foundation for the organization's outstanding work in providing education, advocacy, and resources to those affected by multiple sclerosis; extend best wishes to founder Corey Mitchell for much continued success in fulfilling that organization's worthy mission; and declare the month of March 2026 as "Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month" in South Carolina.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Corey Mitchell.

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