"Volunteers like these behind me have worked long hours to help those affected by the storms -- long hours not only in Florida, but in other states, as well. The Red Cross, for example, has sheltered over 400,000 people. The Salvation Army, the Southern Baptist Convention, the Convoy of Hope from Springfield, Missouri, and other faith-based groups have set up kitchens, and helped feed the hungry. Unions and truckers have transported supplies. Young people have given up free time to lend a hand. I just met with some of the high school students here from Martin High School who are volunteering to help the Red Cross.
I thank them for their example, I thank them for their service."

President George W. Bush
Thanking Volunteers for Helping Hurricane Victims
Stuart, Florida
September 30, 2004

• AMERICORPS TRIBAL TEAMS TO ASSIST IN FLORIDA HURRICANE RECOVERY EFFORTS.  Three teams of the AmeriCorps*Tribal Civilian Community Corps (AmeriCorps*TCCC) are heading to Florida to assist in disaster recovery efforts that are continuing to address damage caused by summer hurricanes….
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• NATIONAL FAMILY VOLUNTEER DAY: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2004.  National Family Volunteer Day offers a great opportunity for families to spend quality time volunteering together. Parents can introduce their children to the importance of service as their family makes important contributions to the community. National Family Volunteer Day is Saturday, November 20, 2004, the Saturday before Thanksgiving, and kicks off National Family Week….
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• PRESIDENT BUSH RECOGNIZES CINCINNATI AREA WOMAN FOR DEDICATION TO VOLUNTEER SERVICE.  President George W. Bush met Sue Stuempel when he arrived at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, on Sunday, October 31, 2004. Stuempel and her dog, Daisy, have been pet therapy volunteers with several organizations in Cincinnati….
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