VOLUNTEERISM IN THE UNITED STATES

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National Volunteer Week, April 21-27

Strengthening Opportunities to Serve In America's Communities

During his State of the Union Address, President Bush called on all Americans to give at least two years of their lives -- the equivalent of 4,000 hours -- to service to their neighborhoods, communities and Nation.

On April 9, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, the President outlied his principles for reforming and strengthening the community service programs operated by the Corporation for National and Community Service. These principles are outlined in a package that President Bush sent to Congress on April 9 -- calling for a Citizen Service Act. Complete text

See also: The President's Remarks on the Citizen Service Act, Bridgeport, Connecticut

Other News
• Under Secretary of State Beers Salutes Visitors Council 15 April 2002
• Fact Sheet: Citizen Corps Grows Strong in America's Communities, 08 April 2002
• President Promotes Citizen Corps for Safer Communities, 08 April 2002
• Fact Sheet: USA Freedom Corps Fostering a Culture of Service, Citizenship and Responsibility, 12 March 2002
• President Bush Promotes Public Service through Freedom Corps, 12 March 2002