Commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Columbine Day of Service and honoring the memories of the victims, survivors, and their families.

This resolution commemorates the 10th anniversary of the Columbine Day of Service and honors the memories of the victims, survivors, and their families affected by the tragic 1999 Columbine High School shooting. The incident on April 20, 1999, resulted in the deaths of 13 individuals and physical injuries to 24 others, causing profound trauma within the community. The Day of Service was established to recognize the outpouring of love, dignity, compassion, and solidarity from students, staff, alumni, first responders, and community members in response to the tragedy.

The Columbine Day of Service is celebrated as a testament to community and resilience, encouraging participants to remember lives lost, reflect on those forever changed, and commit to acts of service. This initiative has grown into a global movement, with communities from 6 States and 10 countries engaging in over 60 projects and more than 1,600 participants in 2024. The resolution urges continued efforts to empower individuals worldwide to invest in their communities and encourages every U.S. citizen to participate annually in the Columbine Day of Service, thereby redefining the Columbine legacy as one of hope and rebirth through selfless contributions.