White House Celebrates Five Year Anniversary of USA Freedom Corps

On February 13th, the President and Mrs. Bush joined USA Freedom Corps in celebrating their five year anniversary by participating in a briefing on volunteerism and a volunteer service project. Partners from our national service programs and the non-profit sector also came together for a reception in the East Room at the White House.

To mark the five year anniversary, USA Freedom Corps recently launched a new interactive map on their website that indicates where the President has recognized more than 550 individuals for answering the call to serve their neighbors and their nation. The map can be viewed by clicking here.

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The President and Mrs. Bush
Participate in Briefing on Volunteerism

President Bush announced the creation of USAFC in his 2002 State of the Union Address to promote and expand volunteer service in America by partnering with national service programs, working to strengthen the non-profit sector, recognizing volunteers, and helping to connect individuals with volunteer opportunities.  The President and Mrs. Bush were joined by leaders in the volunteer field and social scientists on February 13th in the Roosevelt Room to discuss the progress that has been made over the past five years.

View the President's remarks

President Bush Participates
in Volunteer Service Project

On February 13th, President Bush visited the YMCA Anthony Bowen and participated in a "Mini-Majig" event to spark interest in science, technology, and the arts among youth.  In 1853, the YMCA Anthony Bowen was founded as the first African-American YMCA in the United States.  The President met there with students and volunteers at a smaller version of YMCA's annual "Thingamajig," an event where mentors from technological professions work with youth to develop skills and offer exposure to career paths in science and technology.

View the President's remarks