The Rhode Island House of Representatives has passed a resolution recognizing and expressing gratitude to Andrew Schiff on the occasion of his retirement as Chief Executive Officer of the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. Mr. Schiff has dedicated over eighteen years to leading the organization, which serves as the central distribution hub for food assistance in the state, providing 18.3 million pounds of food monthly to over 84,400 residents through a network of 147 member agencies. Under his leadership, the Food Bank has doubled its food distribution and has been a strong advocate for issues affecting food security, such as raising the minimum wage and improving access to nutrition programs.

The resolution highlights Mr. Schiff's leadership during his tenure, particularly his efforts to navigate the challenges posed by the pandemic while ensuring continuous food distribution and fostering relationships with under-resourced communities. The House acknowledges his significant contributions to the well-being of Rhode Islanders and expresses admiration for his commitment to serving those in need. As he embarks on his retirement, the resolution wishes him health, happiness, and success in his future endeavors, and directs the Secretary of State to transmit a certified copy of the resolution to him.