Issue 164 - Week of January 8, 2007
Celebrate the King Day of Service
 As we celebrate the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday on January 15, 2007, Americans across the country will honor the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by participating in service projects in their communities. Together, they will honor King's legacy by meeting community needs and making the holiday "A day ON, not a day OFF."
Find a Volunteer Opportunity
Learn more about the King Day of Service
Visit www.mlkday.gov
January is National Mentoring Month
 First proclaimed by President George W. Bush in 2002, National Mentoring Month is an annual, high-profile campaign to draw attention to the need for more volunteer mentors, as well as how each of us - individuals, businesses, government agencies, schools, faith communities and nonprofits - can work together to increase the number of mentors and assure brighter futures for our young people.
Find a Mentoring Opportunity
Learn more about National Mentoring Month
Learn more about the Helping America's Youth Initiative
Read the Presidential Proclamation |
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Help the Survivors of the Gulf Coast Hurricanes
Americans can learn more about volunteer opportunities in their community or hurricane-related opportunities in the Gulf Coast by visiting or calling 1-877-USA-CORPS.
President Bush Recognizes Honolulu Woman for Dedication to Volunteer Service
President George W. Bush presented the President's Volunteer Service Award to Eloise Monsarrat upon arrival at the airport in Honolulu, Hawaii, on Monday, November, 20, 2006. Monsarrat is a volunteer with the Human Animal Bond Program at Tripler Army Medical Center.
Coming Attractions
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