CORPORATION FOR NATIONAL & COMMUNITY SERVICE

Americans to Honor 9/11 Anniversary with Volunteer Service

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Tuesday, September 10, 2019
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, Americans across the country will volunteer in communities large and small to commemorate the September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, Americans across the country will volunteer in communities large and small to commemorate the September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance.
  • Since then, millions of Americans have engaged in service on the 9/11 anniversary as a respectful way to commemorate those who lost their lives that day.
  • "Volunteer service is woven into the fabric of our nation," said Barbara Stewart, CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS).
  • As the federal agency for volunteering and service, the Corporation for National and Community Service is charged by Congress with leading the 9/11 Day of Service.

New List Ranks Top 10 States, Cities that Produce Most AmeriCorps Members

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Wednesday, August 14, 2019
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Minneapolis-St. Paul, New Orleans, and Baltimore claim the highest slots in the large cities listing, with Little Rock, Ark.

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  • Minneapolis-St. Paul, New Orleans, and Baltimore claim the highest slots in the large cities listing, with Little Rock, Ark.
  • "For 25 years, their service as AmeriCorps members exemplifies what it means to be an active, engaged citizen.
  • Every year, 75,000 AmeriCorps members serve through more than 21,000 schools, nonprofits, and community and faith-based organizations across the country.
  • Below are the nation's top 10 AmeriCorps member-producing states and cities for 2019:

Senior Corps Week Celebrates Senior Volunteers

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Monday, April 30, 2018
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WASHINGTON, April 30, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), the federal agency that oversees Senior Corps, will celebrate the valuable contributions made by older volunteers during the eighth annual Senior Corps Week, taking place April 29 May 5 during Older Americans Month.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 30, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), the federal agency that oversees Senior Corps, will celebrate the valuable contributions made by older volunteers during the eighth annual Senior Corps Week, taking place April 29 May 5 during Older Americans Month.
  • Today, Senior Corps engages approximately 220,000 Americans at 25,000 locations across the nation through its Foster Grandparent, Senior Companion, and RSVP programs.
  • I salute the Senior Corps volunteers leading these efforts and thank them for their commitment to serve their community and country."
  • From administering the Senior Corps pledge to issuing proclamations, elected officials, community leaders, and organizations will honor Senior Corps volunteers at recognition events and service projects throughout the week.