NATIONAL SERVICE RECOGNITION DAY And LOCAL COMMUNITY SERVICE VOLUNTEERS APPRECIATION DAY

WHEREAS, service to others is a hallmark of the American character, and central to how we meet our challenges; and

WHEREAS. Elected Mayors and County Commissioners across the nation are increasingly turning to national service and volunteerism as a cost-effective strategy to meet city needs; and

WHEREAS, AmeriCorps and Senior Corps along with groups such as the Salvation Army and the American Red Cross help to address some of the most pressing challenges facing our cities and nation, from educating students for jobs of the 21st century and supporting veterans and military families to preservin...