President Clinton Thanks William Loiry

New York - December 21, 2011.


William,

This year we celebrated a big milestone: 10 years of life-changing work. As I reflect on the remarkable successes of the past decade, I'd first like to express my deepest thanks on behalf of the millions of people around the world whose lives have been touched by your support.

When I left office 10 years ago, I couldn't have imagined all that we'd accomplish together. Thanks to you:

•Cities around the world are reducing their greenhouse gas emissions by more than 2 million tons through projects that also boost local economies.

•13,000 U.S. schools are offering more nutritious foods and physical activity in an effort to fight childhood obesity.

•25,000 Peruvians have received cataract surgeries that help them return to work and earn a living -- benefiting both their families and their communities.

•Entrepreneurs in New York City have received $15 million worth of pro bono consulting services, helping them grow their businesses and create jobs in their communities.

•Smallholder farmers in Rwanda and Malawi have planted 4.5 million trees that have also increased their crop yields, allowing them to support their families and reverse deforestation at the same time.

These are just a few of the tangible steps that have made a measurable, meaningful difference in millions of lives across the globe.

And I am certain that, with your support in the years to come, we can build a world where every child has the same opportunity to succeed, where every individual has the chance to live out his or her dreams, and where our common humanity matters more than our differences.

From everyone at the Clinton Foundation, we wish you a joyful and healthy holiday season.

Sincerely,

Bill Clinton

National Oil Spill Commission Chairman Applaud's William Loiry's Gulf Coast Leadership

Senator Bob Graham, Co-Chairman of the National Oil Spill Commission, was the Opening Keynote Speaker at the Gulf Coast Leadership Summit in New Orleans in April of 2011. Graham subsequently sent Summit Chairman William Loiry the following commendation: "If the purpose of the Gulf Coast Leadership Summit was to be the premier event of the first anniversary of the Macondo tragedy, then you exceeded your aspirations. It was attended by the people most involved, focused their attention on not just the event itself, but what steps are needed to mitigate a repetition, and was engaging for all. Congratulations."