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Corporate Pro-Bono Volunteering Campaign Tops $400 Million (photo)

Monday, September 08, 2008

CAPTION: Less than seven months after challenging corporate America to deliver $1 billion in pro bono volunteering support for nonprofits, Corporation for National and Community Service CEO David Eisner hailed $280 million in new pledges that pushed the campaign tally past $406 million, announced new research spotlighting the untapped potential for pro-bono volunteers, and unveiled a new campaign brand, A Billion + Change. Pictured at the podium: David Eisner, CEO, Corporation for National and Community Service.

PHOTO CREDIT: Corporation photo by M. T. Harmon, Office of Public Affairs

Corporate Pro-Bono Volunteering Campaign Tops $400 Million (photo)

Monday, September 08, 2008

CAPTION: Less than seven months after challenging corporate America to deliver $1 billion in pro bono volunteering support for nonprofits, Corporation for National and Community Service CEO David Eisner hailed $280 million in new pledges that pushed the campaign tally past $406 million, announced new research spotlighting the untapped potential for pro-bono volunteers, and unveiled a new campaign brand, A Billion + Change. Pictured: Dr. Robert Grimm, Director of Research and Policy Development, Corporation for National and Community Service.

PHOTO CREDIT: Corporation photo by M. T. Harmon, Office of Public Affairs

Corporate Pro-Bono Volunteering Campaign Tops $400 Million (photo)

Monday, September 08, 2008

CAPTION: Less than seven months after challenging corporate America to deliver $1 billion in pro bono volunteering support for nonprofits, Corporation for National and Community Service CEO David Eisner hailed $280 million in new pledges that pushed the campaign tally past $406 million, announced new research spotlighting the untapped potential for pro-bono volunteers, and unveiled a new campaign brand, A Billion + Change. Pictured: Stan Soloway, Board Member, Corporation for National and Community Service.

PHOTO CREDIT: Corporation photo by M. T. Harmon, Office of Public Affairs

Corporate Pro-Bono Volunteering Campaign Tops $400 Million (photo)

Monday, September 08, 2008

CAPTION: Less than seven months after challenging corporate America to deliver $1 billion in pro bono volunteering support for nonprofits, Corporation for National and Community Service CEO David Eisner hailed $280 million in new pledges that pushed the campaign tally past $406 million, announced new research spotlighting the untapped potential for pro-bono volunteers, and unveiled a new campaign brand, A Billion + Change. Pictured: Jean Case, Chair of the President's Council on Service and Civic Participation.

PHOTO CREDIT: Corporation photo by M. T. Harmon, Office of Public Affairs

Corporate Pro-Bono Volunteering Campaign Tops $400 Million (photo)

Monday, September 08, 2008

CAPTION: Less than seven months after challenging corporate America to deliver $1 billion in pro bono volunteering support for nonprofits, Corporation for National and Community Service CEO David Eisner hailed $280 million in new pledges that pushed the campaign tally past $406 million, announced new research spotlighting the untapped potential for pro-bono volunteers, and unveiled a new campaign brand, A Billion + Change.

PHOTO CREDIT: Corporation photo by M. T. Harmon, Office of Public Affairs

National Service Battles Midwestern Floods (photo)

Tuesday, June 17, 2008

CAPTION: As the most severe flooding in 15 years hits the Midwest, hundreds of AmeriCorps, Senior Corps and Learn and Serve America participants are working alongside tens of thousands of volunteers in battling the raging floodwaters, piling sandbags, running shelters and hotlines, and assisting evacuees.

PHOTO CREDIT: Office of Public Affairs, Corporation for National and Community Service

Major U.S. Companies Honored For Outstanding Employee Volunteer Programs (photo)

Monday, June 02, 2008

CAPTION: Disney Worldwide Outreach includes its employee VoluntEARS who generously share their magic to positively affect children, their communities and the environment. Last year, Disney donated more than $177 million in cash and in-kind support to various charities around the world and Disney VoluntEARS in over 42 countries contributed more than 466,000 hours of service, including the building of playgrounds, homes for families in need, and assisting with disaster relief efforts. On June 2nd, Disney Worldwide Outreach was recognized by Points of Light & Hands On Network and presented with the organization's Award for Excellence in Workplace Volunteer Programs before thousands of attendees at the National Conference on Volunteering and Service in Atlanta.

PHOTO CREDIT: Corporation photo by M. T. Harmon, Office of Public Affairs

Major U.S. Companies Honored For Outstanding Employee Volunteer Programs (photo)

Monday, June 02, 2008

CAPTION: In 2007, Booz Allen volunteers donated more than 8,500 pro bono hours, valued at over $3.1 million dollars, to support 26 major nonprofit organizations worldwide. Volunteers worked on a wide range of projects, including strategic planning, technology infrastructure, and board development using the consulting firm's intellectual capital to help these nonprofits fulfill their missions. On June 2nd, Booz Allen Hamilton was recognized by Points of Light & Hands On Network and presented with the organization's Award for Excellence in Workplace Volunteer Programs before thousands of attendees at the National Conference on Volunteering and Service in Atlanta.

PHOTO CREDIT: Corporation photo by M. T. Harmon, Office of Public Affairs

Major U.S. Companies Honored For Outstanding Employee Volunteer Programs (photo)

Monday, June 02, 2008

CAPTION: In 2007, ChoicePoint Cares volunteers donated more than 6,000 volunteer hours at hundreds of community projects across the country. ChoicePoint is proud to offer low-cost volunteer background screening to youth-serving and other nonprofit organizations and to be the preferred background screening provider for the National Human Services Assembly, Little League International, Boy Scouts of America, National CASA and thousands of other nonprofits around the country that are diligently protecting the people they serve. On June 2nd, ChoicePoint was recognized by Points of Light & Hands On Network and presented with the organization's Award for Excellence in Workplace Volunteer Programs before thousands of attendees at the National Conference on Volunteering and Service in Atlanta.

PHOTO CREDIT: Corporation photo by M. T. Harmon, Office of Public Affairs

Major U.S. Companies Honored For Outstanding Employee Volunteer Programs (photo)

Monday, June 02, 2008

CAPTION: Genworth's philosophy, "Think It Possible", extends its commitment to the community through volunteer efforts and outreach, which seeks to support individuals at key stages of life. Genworth's programs help children prepare for their futures, enable access to affordable housing, and enrich seniors' lives. Last year, nearly 40 percent of Genworth employees volunteered - logging more than 17,000 volunteer hours and completing close to 200 projects. On June 2nd, Genworth was recognized by Points of Light & Hands On Network and presented with the organization's Award for Excellence in Workplace Volunteer Programs before thousands of attendees at the National Conference on Volunteering and Service in Atlanta.

PHOTO CREDIT: Corporation photo by M. T. Harmon, Office of Public Affairs

Major U.S. Companies Honored For Outstanding Employee Volunteer Programs (photo)

Monday, June 02, 2008

CAPTION: Citizen engagement is proving to be key to building healthy communities and a better quality of life for people. Business leaders, in particular, realize that what is good for the community also is good for their companies and employees.

PHOTO CREDIT: Corporation photo by M. T. Harmon, Office of Public Affairs

Remarks by Congressman John Lewis at Opening Plenary of the 2008 National Conference on Volunteering and Service (photo)

Sunday, June 01, 2008

CAPTION: Rep. John Lewis of Georgia drew a standing ovation from the crowd following his stirring address at the National Conference on Volunteering and Service in Atlanta, June 2008.

PHOTO CREDIT: Corporation photo by M. T. Harmon, Office of Public Affairs

Remarks by David Eisner at Opening Plenary of the 2008 National Conference on Volunteering and Service (photo)

Sunday, June 01, 2008

CAPTION: Corporation for National and Community Service CEO David Eisner delivers remarks at Opening Plenary of the 2008 National Conference on Volunteering and Service, held in Atlanta, GA.

PHOTO CREDIT: Corporation photo by M. T. Harmon, Office of Public Affairs

Remarks by David Eisner at Opening Plenary of the 2008 National Conference on Volunteering and Service (photo)

Sunday, June 01, 2008

CAPTION: Remarks by Corporation for National and Community Service CEO David Eisner at Opening Plenary of the 2008 National Conference on Volunteering and Service, held in Atlanta, GA.

PHOTO CREDIT: Corporation photo by M. T. Harmon, Office of Public Affairs

Remarks by Congressman John Lewis at Opening Plenary of the 2008 National Conference on Volunteering and Service (photo)

Sunday, June 01, 2008

CAPTION: Remarks by Congressman John Lewis at Opening Plenary of the 2008 National Conference on Volunteering and Service in Atlanta, GA.

PHOTO CREDIT: Corporation photo by M. T. Harmon, Office of Public Affairs

Ben & Jerry's Honored With Spirit of Service Award (photo)

Friday, May 16, 2008

CAPTION: Ben & Jerry's provides a range of support to The DREAM program, a Vermont AmeriCorps State Program. The DREAM Program is a youth mentoring organization that builds communities of families and college students to empower children from affordable housing neighborhoods to recognize their options, make informed decisions, and achieve their dreams. When DREAM became an AmeriCorps program in 2007, thereby doubling its staff, the organization faced a lack of sufficient office space. Ben & Jerry's provided the needed space. The entire company welcomed the staff to the building, offered organizational advice, and donated printing to DREAM's annual appeal. The Ben & Jerry's Foundation provided a $5,000 grant last year and included DREAM in the annual alternative holiday gift fair. As part of AmeriCorps Week, the Corporation for National and Community Service honored a handful of outstanding AmeriCorps members, alums, and corporate sponsors with Spirit of Service Awards in recognition of their contributions to national service.

PHOTO CREDIT: Office of Public Affairs, Corporation for National and Community Service

Pearson Honored With Spirit of Service Award (photo)

Friday, May 16, 2008

CAPTION: As an education leader, Pearson has helped the AmeriCorps program Jumpstart grow by nearly 20 percent annually. Pearson, an international company with its U.S. headquarters in New York, and the Pearson Foundation promote Jumpstart, provide leaders for Jumpstart's national and regional boards, and donate 100,000 books to underserved families each year. They have been the lead sponsor of Jumpstart's Read for the Record campaign from the beginning - a national awareness event and the largest shared-reading experience on record - helping Jumpstart raise money for young children and rallying together hundreds of thousands of individuals across the country to volunteer for literacy. Together the two organizations have worked to set a new standard for how corporate-nonprofit partnerships can impact the achievement gap in America. Pearson helps Jumpstart and communities grow and learn. As part of AmeriCorps Week, the Corporation for National and Community Service honored a handful of outstanding AmeriCorps members, alums, and corporate sponsors with Spirit of Service Awards in recognition of their contributions to national service.

PHOTO CREDIT: Office of Public Affairs, Corporation for National and Community Service

AmeriCorps NCCC Team Blue Four Honored With Spirit of Service Award (photo)

Friday, May 16, 2008

CAPTION: Blue Four, a team based at the AmeriCorps NCCC Western Region campus near Sacramento, traveled to New Orleans for its first project with the Recovery School District immediately after completing training in Denver. Team members focused on their assignment, the physical rehabilitation of schools, while undertaking a variety of additional projects to leave a lasting mark on the school district and the community. Members brainstormed creative ways to increase interaction with students, teachers, and the community in general. They helped create a more pleasing environment at modular schools by painting signs and murals, using discarded tires and other materials to landscape gardens, planting flower beds, installing benches, and spray painting mascots on school grounds. They also organized two field days, seeking various donations such as play equipment and inflatable bouncy castles to entertain 925 students. The team members, led by Tiffany Zapico, include Jennifer Armstrong, Kelly Comley, Kathleen Delahunty, Ashley Duquette, Raven Hughes, Jonathan Lee, Emily Lewis, Brian Tirey, Danielle Trezek, and Miranda Williams. As part of AmeriCorps Week, the Corporation for National and Community Service honored a handful of outstanding AmeriCorps members, alums, and corporate sponsors with Spirit of Service Awards in recognition of their contributions to national service.

PHOTO CREDIT: Office of Public Affairs, Corporation for National and Community Service

Former AmeriCorps NCCC Members Honored With Spirit of Service Awards (photo)

Friday, May 16, 2008

CAPTION: Former AmeriCorps NCCC members Ashley Sloan, Greg Loushine, and Jackie Smith served at the former Charleston, S.C., NCCC campus during the 2006-07 program year. While serving on a project in St. Bernard Parish, they recognized Gulf Coast recovery efforts were hampered by the need for more volunteer housing. Their response was to create Live St. Bernard, an organization that renovated an 1,800-square foot home where up to 16 volunteers can be housed while participating in rebuilding projects. The fundraisers they organized garnered $15,000 in donations. They then led 50 volunteers to clean mold, install insulation, and paint the Live St. Bernard Home. Their efforts were chronicled by CNN and USA Today. As part of AmeriCorps Week, the Corporation for National and Community Service honored a handful of outstanding AmeriCorps members, alums, and corporate sponsors with Spirit of Service Awards in recognition of their contributions to national service.

PHOTO CREDIT: Office of Public Affairs, Corporation for National and Community Service

AmeriCorps VISTAs Honored With Spirit of Service Awards (photo)

Friday, May 16, 2008

CAPTION: The eight-member team of AmeriCorps VISTAs serving with the American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter is helping the region's most vulnerable residents prepare for natural disasters and other emergencies, meeting the great demands of serving a population of 4 million people. Lindsay Dumas, Emerson Chen, Nikki Nichols, Jeff Schurke, Alicia Esterripa, Juan Carlos Pinzon, Francine Williams, and Chester Ng are targeting the needs of specific populations as they design and offer disaster training programs and conduct outreach activities. As part of AmeriCorps Week, the Corporation for National and Community Service honored a handful of outstanding AmeriCorps members, alums, and corporate sponsors with Spirit of Service Awards in recognition of their contributions to national service.

PHOTO CREDIT: Office of Public Affairs, Corporation for National and Community Service