Issue 159 - Week of September 11, 2006
Serve to Remember. Remember to Serve.
This week marked the fifth anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. USA Freedom Corps, which was created by President Bush in 2002 to build on the countless acts of service, sacrifice, and generosity that followed those attacks, remains committed to helping Americans find opportunities to give back to their communities.
Click here to find out how you can Serve to Remember Click here to support our armed forces and their families Click here to view the White House's "Remembering 9/11" page
One Year Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina
President Bush returned to the Gulf Coast in August to show the Federal government's ongoing commitment to do what it takes to help residents of the Gulf Coast rebuild their lives in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. He also returned to thank the American people for overwhelming the region with a powerful volunteer mobilization and philanthropic outpouring.
When the President addressed the Nation from Jackson Square in New Orleans on the evening of September 15, 2005, he issued a call to service to all Americans: "Important work can be done by everyone, and everyone should find their role and do their part." He asked USA Freedom Corps to create an information clearinghouse, so that families anywhere in the country could find opportunities to help families in the affected region. Over the past year, USA Freedom Corps has continued to support the effort.
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National Preparedness Month
National Preparedness Month is a nationwide effort held each September to encourage Americans to take simple steps to prepare for emergencies in their homes, businesses and schools. The goal of the month is to increase public awareness about the importance of preparing for emergencies and to encourage individuals to take action.
Learn more about National Preparedness Month Learn more about Citizen Corps Find a volunteer opportunity
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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 Minneapolis Man For Dedication to Volunteer Service
President George W. Bush presented the President’s Volunteer Service Award to David Jewison, 27, upon arrival at the airport in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Tuesday, August 22, 2006. Jewison is a volunteer with the University of Minnesota Medical Reserve Corps.
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