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AP: Volunteers came back to nonprofits in 2023, after the pandemic tanked participation

Thalia Beaty | Nov. 19, 2024

From foster grandparents who volunteer at an early child care center to citizen scientists who collect water quality data in remote locations, nonprofit volunteers have come back after the pandemic.

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New Federal Climate Spending Needs People to Power It. Philanthropy Can Help by Investing in National Service.

Kristen Bennett 
The Chronicle of Philanthropy | September 13, 2022

The recent passage of the Inflation Reduction Act and its $369 billion climate spending package was a major step toward creating a cleaner and healthier climate future. To address the long-term problems posed by the climate crisis, future generations must be given an opportunity to learn the skills to take meaningful action against climate change and fill new jobs in the clean-energy industry. Read more on The Chronicle of Philanthropy.

Uniting Americans through service on 9/11

Michael D. Smith and Barbara Stewart 
The Hill | September 11, 2022

On Sept. 11, 2001, thousands of innocent souls were lost during attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and in Shanksville, Pa. Innumerable lives were forever changed. However, the heroism of first responders and everyday citizens inspired countless individuals from all walks of life to refocus their efforts on serving others. Read more on The Hill.

On 9/11, an Opportunity to Honor our Nation through Service

Don Bacon and Salud Carbajal 
The Hill | September 11, 2022

Much has happened in the 21 years since the Sept. 11 terror attacks, but as we reflect on the fear, sadness, and uncertainty every American felt that day, so too should we remember our collective resolve to come together and support one another. On that day, and in the weeks and months after, Americans from all walks of life stood side-by-side in common purpose. Read more on The Hill.

Michael Smith on AmeriCorps and The Future of Service

Getting Smart | September 9, 2022

AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith joins Tom Vander on this episode of Getting Smart Podcast to share his vision for the future of service in America. Listen to more on Getting Smart.

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