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This concurrent resolution commends David Kerstein for receiving the 2025 Times-Picayune Loving Cup, an award given to individuals who serve their community without seeking personal gain or recognition. The resolution highlights Mr. Kerstein's extensive philanthropic work in New Orleans, particularly through his leadership of the Helis Foundation, which supports making art accessible, preserving cultural institutions, and funding local artists. It also acknowledges his background, his role in significant projects like the Poydras Street sculptures and the City Park sculpture garden, his support for Louisiana artists at the Venice Biennale, and his past service on various community boards, all of which demonstrate his dedication to the city and state.