The resolution honors Leila Hubbard for her extensive volunteer service at The Riley Center, a community support organization in the Riley-Travellick neighborhood, which has been a partner agency of United Way of Central Alabama since 1903. The center provides support, socialization, assistance, and education to the community, particularly for the families of workers in Birmingham's mines and factories. Leila Hubbard, a nonagenarian who has lived in the neighborhood nearly her entire life, began volunteering at the center in the 1980s, initially helping with a food cooperative and later becoming a daily visitor, particularly involved in services for seniors.
Leila Hubbard's contributions to The Riley Center include active participation in sewing classes, known for their quilting, and leading social and fellowship activities such as Bible readings, devotionals, quizzes, and bingo games. Her efforts have helped foster a community of servant leaders, influencing new generations, including the center's current Executive Director, Theresa McGhee Johnson. The resolution by the Alabama House of Representatives conveys the highest commendations and honors to Leila Hubbard for her service, character, generous spirit, and offers best wishes for her continued blessings.