http://www.nationalservice.gov/about/newsroom/inthenews.asp National Service "In the News" highlights stories in the media focusing on the Corporation for National and Community Service and its programs. These articles and news stories are presented as links to their originating websites and linking from this page does not constitute a warranty or endorsement by the Corporation for National and Community Service. en-us Sun, 14 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST 0 http://www.nationalservice.gov/images/logos/cncslogo.gif http://www.nationalservice.gov 155 70 http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.ic.edu/admissions/news/news_story.asp?iNewsID=1843&strBack=/Default.aspIllinois College News - Illinois College has joined a select group of the nation's colleges and universities by earning a place on the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for its strong commitment to community service. In releasing an in-depth report of community service programs at college and university campuses nationwide, the Corporation for National and Community Service praised Illinois College for achieving Honor Roll status 'With Distinction.' Print ArticleThu, 4 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sunherald.com/2010/03/03/v-print/1997611/jon-bon-jovi-takes-united-we-serve.htmlSun Herald - Jon Bon Jovi, in collaboration with the Corporation for National and Community Service, will be the first artist to take President Obama's United We Serve initiative to a mass audience by bringing the message of service out on the road and engaging millions of fans on the band's "The Circle World Tour."Print ArticleThu, 4 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.rockpedia.info/jon-bon-jovi-takes-united-we-serve-on-tour.htmlRockpedia.info - Jon Bon Jovi, in collaboration with the Corporation for National and Community Service, will be the first artist to take President Obama's United We Serve initiative to a mass audience by bringing the message of service out on the road and engaging millions of fans on the band's 'The Circle World Tour.'Print ArticleThu, 4 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.themontclarion.org/archives/3732267The Montclarion - However, this business doesn't stop many Montclair State University students from giving back to their community. Montclair State University has just been awarded with the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll.Print ArticleThu, 4 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://ourvalley.org/grant-writing-teacher-gets-kids-to-eat-vegetables/The Salem Times Register - Now she has $1,000 in proof. She wrote a successful grant and received $1,000 to expand a gardening project she started last year so that all of her students can get excited about growing vegetables - and eating healthy.Print ArticleWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.uidaho.edu/newsevents/item?name=university-community-service-efforts-shine-in-national-spotlightUniversity of Idaho - The combined efforts of 2,196 University of Idaho students and 136,624 hours of community service have placed the land-grant institution on the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for the fourth year in a row.Press ReleaseWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.bonjovi.com/story/news-live-backstage_news/jon_bon_jovi_takes_united_we_serve_on_tourBonJovi.com - Jon Bon Jovi, in collaboration with the Corporation for National and Community Service, will be the first artist to take President Obama's United We Serve initiative to a mass audience by bringing the message of service out on the road and engaging millions of fans on the band's 'The Circle World Tour.'Press ReleaseWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.weber.edu/WSUToday/030310honorroll.htmlWeber State University - Weber State University serves a unique educational role by blending traditional liberal arts education with experiential learning to effectively meet local educational needs," said Ryan Thomas, associate provost. "Being nationally recognized for the fourth consecutive year as part of the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll is a wonderful national acknowledgment of the deep and continuing commitment of the university to prepare its students to strengthen the community.Press ReleaseWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://blogs.lawrence.edu/news/tag/community_serviceLawrence University - For the fourth consecutive year, Lawrence University has been named to the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement.Press ReleaseWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.oswego.edu/news/index.php/site/news_story/service_recognizedSUNY Oswego - The engagement of Oswego's students in the community and professors' use of service learning in classes have again earned recognition on the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll.Print ArticleWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/2010/03/03/bon-jovi-takes-united-we-serve-tourThe White House Blog - President Obama's United We Serve initiative is about to go on tour alongside Bon Jovi on the band's 'The Circle World Tour.' In collaboration with the Corporation for National and Community Service, rocker Jon Bon Jovi will be the first person to engage mass audiences in the President's call to service at concert venues. The United We Serve initiative encourages Americans to get involved in community service to help the nation move forward.BlogWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.fox11online.com/dpp/news/education/four-local-colleges-earn-community-service-awardFox 11 WLUK-TV - The honorees were announced by the Corporation for National and Community Service. Honorees for the President's Community Service Honor Roll were chosen on a series of factors, including scope and innovativeness of service projects, percentage of student participation in service activities, incentives for service, and the extent to which the school offers academic service-learning courses, organizers said.Broadcast / TranscriptWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.fmqb.com/article.asp?id=1719593FMQB - Bon Jovi, in collaboration with the Corporation for National and Community Service, will be the first artist to take President Obama's United We Serve initiative to a mass audience by bringing the message of service out on the road and engaging millions of fans on the band's "The Circle" world tour. Bon Jovi will debut a video at their concerts, making a call to service to the band's fans. Bon Jovi also star in a 60-second television PSA that includes images of President and First Lady Michelle Obama serving, which will be distributed nationally to broadcast stations and used in online promotions.Print ArticleWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.newberggraphic.com/news/2010/March/02/Education/33.school.briefs/news.aspxNewberg Graphic - Linfield College was named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for exemplary community engagement. The college was recognized for its outreach to homeless people in Yamhill County and beyond. Students served more than 2,000 meals to individuals who are struggling to remain housed, and coordinated a Homeless Youth Reading Program. More than 1,000 Linfield students volunteered 25,000 community service hours in 2009. The college is one of nine Oregon schools to be honored. The award is sponsored by the Corporation for National and Community Service.Print ArticleWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.poconorecord.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100303/NEWS14/3030337/-1/NEWSMAPPocono Record - RSVP Director Norma Fagan, who has led the group for all 20 years, says, "RSVP is working together with local high school and college age kids through Northampton Community College and East Stroudsburg University to do volunteer work like snow clearing, reading to senior residents, and minor home repairs."Print ArticleWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/03/03/AR2010030300016_pf.htmlThe Washington Post - The rock star will promote President Barack Obama's service initiative "United We Serve" in a video to run at 30 concert venues in the U.S., starting Thursday at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. AmeriCorps members and volunteers from local nonprofits will also be on hand to talk with concertgoers about how to find or create community service jobs through the program's Web site.Print ArticleWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.your-story.org/jon-bon-jovi-takes-united-we-serve-on-tour-130914/Your Story - Jon Bon Jovi, in collaboration with the Corporation for National and Community Service, will be the first artist to take President Obama's United We Serve initiative to a mass audience by bringing the message of service out on the road and engaging millions of fans on the band's "The Circle World Tour."Print ArticleWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.hometownannapolis.com/news/ent/2010/03/03-39/People-in-the-News.htmlThe Capital - Hometown Annapolis - The rock star will promote President Barack Obama's service initiative "United We Serve" in a video to run at 30 concert venues in the U.S., starting tomorrow at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. AmeriCorps members and volunteers from local nonprofits also will be on hand to talk with concertgoers about how to find or create community service jobs through the program's Web site.Print ArticleWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://news.rutgers.edu/medrel/news-releases/2010/03/rutgers-university-n-20100303Rutgers University - Rutgers University in Newark has been named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement.Print ArticleWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/jon-bon-jovi-takes-united-we-serve-on-tour,1189331.shtmlEarth Times - Jon Bon Jovi, in collaboration with the Corporation for National and Community Service, will be the first artist to take President Obama's United We Serve initiative to a mass audience by bringing the message of service out on the road and engaging millions of fans on the band's "The Circle World Tour." Print ArticleWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.foxbusiness.com/story/jon-bon-jovi-takes-united-serve-tour/Fox Business - On Thursday, March 4 at the Staples Center, Bon Jovi will debut a concert video before a sold-out arena. In the video, which will be shown at each venue on the US-leg of the tour, Bon Jovi makes a call to service to millions of fans. Bon Jovi also headlined a 60-second television PSA that includes images of President and First Lady Michelle Obama serving and will be distributed nationally to broadcast stations and used in online promotions. Click here to view and download the video and PSA.Print ArticleWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.mcpherson.edu/news/index.asp?action=fullnews&id=2019McPherson College - For the second consecutive year, McPherson College has been named to the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement. The 2009 honorees, announced by the Corporation for National and Community Service, which administers the annual Honor Roll award, comprise more than 700 colleges and universities who had a positive impact on issues from poverty and homelessness to environmental justice. Press ReleaseWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.pacificnewscenter.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3672:gcc-gets-national-recognition-for-community-service&catid=45:guam-news&Itemid=156Pacific News Center - Guam - Guam Community College has been named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement.Print ArticleWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://content.usatoday.com/communities/theoval/post/2010/03/obamas-vounteer-program-gets-aid-from-rocker-jon-bon-jovi/1USA Today - We can tackle the tough challenges we face and build community through service and volunteering," Bon Jovi says in a new video. "The reality is, we're all in this together.Print ArticleWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wctrib.com/event/article/id/64373/West Central Tribune - The award is given to volunteers who go above and beyond in donating their time to serving the aging population. It was also announced Tuesday that Stredde will receive the presidential award from the Minnesota foster grandparent program as well.Print ArticleWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5jQHbvzXGbAnzMGERkLxYBsY-R5tAD9E6V7JG0Associated Press - The rock star will promote President Barack Obama's service initiative "United We Serve" in a video to run at 30 concert venues in the U.S., starting Thursday at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. AmeriCorps members and volunteers from local nonprofits will also be on hand to talk with concertgoers about how to find or create community service jobs through the program's Web site.Print ArticleWed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.oldwestbury.edu/administrative/news_pop.cfm?id=454SUNY Old Westbury - SUNY College at Old Westbury has for the third consecutive year been named to the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. The Honor Roll is the highest federal recognition a college or university can achieve for its commitment to service-learning and civic engagement.Press ReleaseTue, 2 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.swvatoday.com/news/article/united_way_exceeds_goal/6989/The Bland County Messenger - The campaign launched last August under the theme United We Serve, reflecting President Barack Obama's community service initiative that is part of his plan for national economic recovery, according Powers.Print ArticleTue, 2 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.dakotastudent.com/home/index.cfm?event=displayArticlePrinterFriendly&uStory_id=844abf2c-c3f6-47ee-b78a-922c13500759The Dakota Student - The program is looking to expand in the coming school year, and Piippo stresses the need for volunteers. "We're looking for placing over 700 AmeriCorps volunteers next year. This kind of work can really change a child's life, and we need people who feel passionately about literacy to help them develop the necessary skills to succeed."Print ArticleTue, 2 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/fulfillment-any-age/201003/mentoring-and-being-mentored-win-win-situationPsychology Today - Mentoring is becoming a phenomenon in the business world as indicated by its appearance on NBC's The Office on March 4. There is a national Mentoring Organization and January was National Mentoring Month. Research on the topic is beginning to gain traction including the issue of race and mentoring. I recently surveyed the psych articles data base and was surprised to see 15 major scientific articles just in the past 3 months; hundreds more have come out in the past few years. My colleague, Jessica Henderson-Daniel of Boston Children's Hospital began a mentoring initiative in the American Psychological Association several years ago that has become a vital part of the organization. Print ArticleTue, 2 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://iberkshires.com/new/story.php?story_id=34150I Berkshires - Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is one of 29 colleges in the state named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll by the Corporation for National and Community Service.Print ArticleTue, 2 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.kcrg.com/news/local/86050902.htmlKCRG-TV ABC 9 - Tuesday, Bramow received the President's Volunteer Service Award, issued on behalf of the President of the United States to recognize Americans for improving their communities through volunteer service. Jackie Norris with the Corporation for National Community Service gave him the award during a ceremony at the Community Recovery Center, 220 Sixth St. NW.Print ArticleTue, 2 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://calpolynews.calpoly.edu/news_releases/2010/March/service-award.htmlCal Poly - Cal Poly was among more than than 700 institutions of higher learning named this week to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for exemplary service to America's communities from the Corporation for National and Community Service.Print ArticleTue, 2 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://thenewservice.wordpress.com/2010/03/02/americorps-connect-launches-new-site-to-help-you-access-americorps-stuff/AmeriCorps Connect Launches - New Site to Help You Access AmeriCorps Stuff - Today, the Corporation for National and Community Service announced the launch of its new web portal, AmeriCorps Connect — a one-stop shop for frequently-used national service content.BlogTue, 2 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wickedlocal.com/somerville/news/business/x655499013/Somerville-s-Welcome-Project-promotes-immigrant-owned-restaurants-through-discount-programWicked Local Somerville - The card is part of a larger effort at economic revitalization in Somerville led by Tufts' Tisch College of Citizenship and Public Service. Through a grant from Learn and Serve America of the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), Tisch College's Project PERIS (Partnering for Economic Recovery Impact through Service) partners Tufts faculty and students with community organizations to identify and address priorities for Somerville's economic recovery.Print ArticleTue, 2 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.carolinalive.com/news/spotlighton/story.aspx?id=424164News Channel 15 - Coker College has been named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement. That's according to a news release from the Corporation for National and Community ServiceBroadcast / TranscriptTue, 2 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.newsleader.com/article/20100302/NEWS01/100302005/1002/news01/Almost+40+JMU+teams+ready+for+Alternative+Spring+BreakThe News Leader - The longstanding commitment of students, faculty and staff to the Alternative Break Program is a key factor in JMU's recent inclusion on the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. JMU was chosen for the honor based on a series of selection factors including scope and innovation of service projects, percentage of student participation in service activities, incentives for service and the extent to which the school offers academic service-learning courses. Print ArticleTue, 2 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.marshallparthenon.com/news/service-program-seeks-to-fight-poverty-receives-volunteer-1.2175423The Parthenon - Founded in 1965, AmeriCorps VISTA is a national service program designed to fight poverty, according to the AmeriCorps Web site. Members commit to serve full-time for a year at a nonprofit organization or local government agency.Print ArticleTue, 2 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.tauntongazette.com/news/x1121873622/Stonehill-College-recognized-for-community-serviceTaunton Daily Gazette - For the fourth straight year, Stonehill College has been named to the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement. Print ArticleTue, 2 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://readme.readmedia.com/Elizabethtown-College-Receives-National-Recognition-for-Community-Service/1181965Elizabethtown College - Elizabethtown College has been named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement. This is the fourth consecutive year the College, known for its historic commitment to "Educate for Service," has received the honor.Press ReleaseTue, 2 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.delcotimes.com/articles/2010/03/02/life/doc4b8ce36ac3946097789988.txtDaily Times - Widener University and Swarthmore College were both recently named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for their commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement.Print ArticleTue, 2 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.kjct8.com/Global/story.asp?S=12068243KJCT 8 ABC - The organization is recognizing Mesa State for extensive contribution to the community. Students contributed more than 300 thousand volunteered hours. Those hours translate to saving about $6.2 million of paid work.Print ArticleTue, 2 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.dailytoreador.com/news/tech-named-to-president-s-community-service-honor-roll-1.2175095The Daily Toreador - 'I want to commend the faculty and staff involved whose efforts have earned Texas Tech a place on this honor roll,' Tech President Guy Bailey said in a news release. 'One of our goals at Texas Tech is to create opportunities for involvement in social and community service activities. Achieving this recognition for the third year in a row speaks to the high level of excellence our outreach programs provide.'Print ArticleTue, 2 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.central.edu/news/story.cfm?ID=442Central College - Doane was nominated by the Corporation for National and Community Service Iowa State Office and the Iowa Commission on Volunteer Service for her 'leadership and service to the state of Iowa.' The award was presented by Jackie Norris, policy adviser for President Barack Obama to the Corporation for National Community Service.Press ReleaseMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/education/85916097.htmlMy San Antonio - Through the United We Serve initiative, Obama has made service a central tenet of his administration and is calling on all Americans to make volunteering a part of their daily lives.Print ArticleMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.carolinalive.com/news/spotlighton/story.aspx?id=423578News Channel 15 - Horry-Georgetown Tech is the only technical college in the state to receive a top honor for its commitment to volunteering, servicing learning and civic engagement.Print ArticleMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.heartlandconnection.com/news/story.aspx?id=423507Heartland Connection - KTVO 3 - 'Volunteerism and serving the underserved and helping the community is one of the values of A. T. Still University and KCOM. We try to instill that in all of our students,' said A.T. Still University Assistant to the President Dr. Heinz Woehlk. 'I think that the students that we have are already motivated to work in the community. That's one reason they want to become physicians, that's one reason that they want to become primary care physicians in large part, and work with the underserved population."Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.misericordia.edu/news/news_full.cfm?news_id=53093Misericordia University - Misericordia University has been named for the third straight year by the Corporation for National and Community Service to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service learning and civic engagement.Press ReleaseMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://ourmidland.com/articles/2010/03/01/local_news/2365900.txtMidland Daily News - Sproull is the Disability Network's volunteer coordinator, encouraging more people to give time to the organization and managing their efforts. The group went from having a few volunteers to more than 20, and the volunteers now serve a total of more than 100 hours per month doing everything from office work to helping with consumers.Print ArticleMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://ourmidland.com/articles/2010/03/01/local_news/doc4b8bf1e9130ad667914221.txtMidland Daily News - Lazarowicz has worked as an AmeriCorps member with the Midland/Gladwin Chapter of the American Red Cross since September. She heard about AmeriCorps as her Alma College graduation date approached.Print ArticleMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://ourmidland.com/articles/2010/03/01/local_news/doc4b8bf2621ecb3658256864.txtMidland Daily News - When Eva Hales Rohlman tells people she's an AmeriCorps member, some of them get confused. Isn't she working with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid Michigan?Print ArticleMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.iowastatedaily.com/articles/2010/03/01/news/local_news/doc4b8c9304cddfa295005726.txtIowa State Daily - Jackie Norris is a senior adviser to the Corporation for National and Community Service, which includes Teach for America and Americorps. The program helps implements service by giving grants and help follow through the plans of the President and the First Lady.Print ArticleMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://today.ttu.edu/2010/03/texas-tech-named-to-national-honor-roll/Texas Tech Today - 'I want to commend the faculty and staff involved whose efforts have earned Texas Tech a place on this honor roll,' said President Guy Bailey. 'One of our goals at Texas Tech is to create opportunities for involvement in social and community service activities. Achieving this recognition for the third year in a row speaks to the high level of excellence our outreach programs provide.'Press ReleaseMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.marinij.com/marinnews/ci_14496404Marin Independent Journal - For the third year in a row, Dominican University has been named to the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll by the Corporation for National and Community Service for its commitment to community service.Print ArticleMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://ourmidland.com/articles/2010/03/01/local_news/2422157.txtMidland Daily News - The AmeriCorps program has received growing attention, with President Barack Obama calling for increased funding as part of a mission to help America's communities. Members across the country go to work knowing that they'll help someone that day in a variety of fields. The positions are filled by people with diverse backgrounds, all of whom share the mission of serving others.Print ArticleMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.macon.com/2010/03/01/1042149/state-teacher-of-year-finalist.htmlThe Telegraph - Wesleyan College in Macon was named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, according to a news release. It is the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement.Print ArticleMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://citizensvoice.com/news/happy-birthday-dr-seuss-1.649002Citzen's Voice - Two Luzerne County schools - King's College and Misericordia University - are included in the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll by the Corporation for National and Community Service.Print ArticleMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wave3.com/Global/story.asp?S=12061553WAVE 3 NBC TV - Bellarmine says it is among more than 700 colleges and university chosen for their impact on issues from poverty and homelessness to environmental justice.Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.holycross.edu/publicaffairs/press_releases/2009-2010/presidents_honor_rollHoly Cross - WORCESTER, Mass. - The College of the Holy Cross has been named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement. Holy Cross is one of only 115 colleges nationwide to receive the honor 'with distinction.' Print ArticleMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.uvm.edu/~uvmpr/?Page=News&storyID=16168The University of Vermont - The University of Vermont has been named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement. It is the second consecutive year UVM has received the distinction.Press ReleaseMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/print/article/20100301/news01/3010307/Volunteers-help-restore-former-boarding-houseHattiesburg American - A group of seven AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps members are currently in Hattiesburg working on the center. The group, from throughout the United States and ranging in age from 19-23, will be in Hattiesburg for approximately four weeks. Their work will be to continue work begun by others, as well as begin new projects.Print ArticleMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://wowktv.com/story.cfm?func=viewstory&storyid=75958WOWK 13 CBS - As apart of President's Volunteer Service Award program, on Sunday the Milton Baptist Church recognized local volunteers as a way to say thank and honor volunteers in West Virginia for their demonstrated commitment to their communities.Print ArticleMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.newsobserver.com/2010/02/27/360720/unc-ch-honored-for-public-service.htmlNews Observer - The Corporation for National and Community Service administers the annual Honor Roll award. The other five institutions honored for their work in 2009 are Lee University in Tennessee, Ohio Wesleyan, Emory & Henry College in Virginia, Raritan Valley Community College in New Jersey and Willamette University in Oregon.Print ArticleMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.herald-citizen.com/index.cfm?event=news.view&id=0B5E0E07-19B9-E2E2-679877D4F4BD8C8DHerald Citizen - Thousands of Tennessee Tech University students commit to service along with studying and socializing to make their college experience complete. And for the second year in a row, The Corporation for National Community Service has named Tennessee Tech a member of the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for exemplary service efforts to local communities. This honor is the highest federal recognition a school can achieve for its commitment to service-learning and civic engagement. Print ArticleMon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://news.clarku.edu/news/2010/02/28/clark-honored-for-exemplary-community-service/Clark University - The Corporation for National and Community Service named Clark University to the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for exemplary service efforts and service to disadvantaged youths. Press ReleaseSun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.boston.com/news/local/articles/2010/02/28/school_on_wheels_brings_study_help_to_the_homeless?mode=PFBoston Globe - 'What these kids go through is amazing,'' said Sigismondi, an AmeriCorps volunteer at School on Wheels of Massachusetts. 'But I always stress to them, 'The only difference between you and someone else is homelessness.' ''Print ArticleSun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/article/20100228/LIFESTYLE/2280322Hattiesburg American - This project originated in a temporary capacity with the observance of National Mentor Month," said Alfred Fairly, Boys and Girls Club Chief Professional Officer. "However, the success has been so great that we are hoping to make it a permanent part of the Boys and Girls Club after school program in Mount Olive.Print ArticleSun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.theledger.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100228/NEWS/2285002/1021/LIFE&Title=Student-News&template=printpicartThe Ledger - Denison Middle School's FCCLA (Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America) and Teen Challenge class in Winter Haven enjoyed the opportunity to give back to the community through sharing homemade valentines with residents at Brandywyne Health Care Center. Brandywyne residents thanked the students for making Valentine's Day extra special.Print ArticleSun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.parisbeacon.com/articles/2010/02/27/news/doc4b88493cc573c118130493.txtParis Beacon News - For Paris Cooperative High School senior Alyx Hays the call to community service began long before Obama took office in 2009.Print ArticleSat, 27 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.kplctv.com/Global/story.asp?S=120568847 NBC KPLC TV - The Bell City FFA was recently awarded a grant from the Lt. Governor's Learn and Serve Commission to construct the park, which sits behind the Calcasieu Parish Library-Hayes Branch. The FFA teamed up with several community partners for the project, including the Calcasieu Parish Ward Recreation Board.Broadcast / TranscriptSat, 27 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://blogs.uconn.edu/president/?p=4465PresRelease - UConn - Storrs has been named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. The honor roll recognizes institutions engaged in community service and service-learning initiatives. We join several other Connecticut colleges and universities in this distinction. Our Office of Community Outreach in Student Affairs submitted an application at the end of October, and just received the official notification:BlogSat, 27 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2010/feb/27/plugging-into-fashion/The Commercial Appeal - The 15-week program called the Future's Fashion Entrepreneurial Women was created by designer, educator and entrepreneur Marva Ballard, known for creating programs that get women and girls plugged into technology. In 2004 she founded Women of Style, Spirit and Success Inc., a nonprofit group that supports female entrepreneurship. F.F.E.W. is one of its initiatives.Print ArticleSat, 27 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.heraldsun.com/view/full_story/6481788/article-UNC-earns-presidential-honor-for-community-service?instance=homethirdleftThe Herald Sun - The award, sponsored by the Corporation for National and Community Service, a federal agency leading President Barack Obama's call to service through Senior Corps, AmeriCorps and Learn and Serve programs, recognizes universities for their community service activities.Print ArticleSat, 27 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.yourdailyjournal.com/view/full_story/6468810/article-Young-workers-set-out-to-grow-new-volunteers?instance=home_news_leadRichmond County Daily Journal - AmeriCorps workers Vassandra McDonald of Lubbock, Tx. and Amanda Miller of Fullerton, Calif. recently arrived in the area to partner with the Rockingham District Partners in Ministry (RDPIM) to help alleviate poverty in a three-county region.Print ArticleSat, 27 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://wiu.edu/newsrelease.sphp?release_id=7974Western Illinois University - For the second consecutive year, Western Illinois University has been named to the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for its exemplary service efforts. Press ReleaseFri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.indstate.edu/news/news.php?newsid=2145Indiana State University - Indiana State University has once again been named to the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement.Print ArticleFri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.businessrecord.com/main.asp?SectionID=4&SubSectionID=6&ArticleID=9652&TM=16050.38Business Record - Jackie Norris, the senior adviser to the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), will present "Women, Leadership and Service" at Iowa State University's Memorial Union at 8 p.m. on March 1. The lecture, which is free and open to the public, is part of the Women's Leadership Series at Iowa State. The CNCS works to support the American culture of citizenship, service and responsibility with programs such as Teach for America and AmeriCorps. Norris' previous experience includes serving as President Barack Obama's senior adviser on the Iowa caucus campaign and Al Gore's political director for Iowa during the 2000 presidential election.Print ArticleFri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wral.com/news/local/noteworthy/story/7125042/WRAL TV - The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill was among six universities named Friday to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to service-learning and civic engagement.Broadcast / TranscriptFri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wcfcourier.com/news/local/article_af0e7410-230a-11df-b712-001cc4c03286.htmlWCF Courier - Students worked with Carol Luce, service learning coordinator for CVCS, and Teresa Wasko, an AmeriCorps volunteer at the Human Rights Commission. Wasko helped students analyze survey results. Class members took turns telling the audience what they discovered in their analysis.Print ArticleFri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.your-story.org/simmons-college-receives-presidents-national-community-service-honor-125447/PR Web - For the fourth year in a row, Simmons College was named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for its students' volunteer contributions to the community.Print ArticleFri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.articleant.com/gen/13385-vcu-is-named-to-the-president-s-higher-education-community-servi.htmlArticle Ant - Virginia Commonwealth University has been named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll by the Corporation for National and Community Service.Press ReleaseFri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.turlockjournal.com/news/article/3087/The Turlock Journal - California State University Stanislaus students are making a positive impact on the Turlock community while they work towards a higher education degree. Through the CSU Stanislaus Office of Service learning, over 2,000 students contribute volunteer hours each semester. Students were recognized for this effort and CSU Stanislaus was awarded the national President's Higher Education Community Service Award for the fourth straight year. 'We are very excited to have received recognition, again, for the work of our faculty, staff and students,' said Julie Fox, director for the Office of Service Learning at CSU Stanislaus.Print ArticleFri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.pennlive.com/midstate/index.ssf/2010/02/messiah_college_receives_feder.htmlThe Patriot-News - Messiah College has been named to the Corporation for National and Community Service's 'President's Honor Roll with Distinction' for its commitment to volunteering and community service. Print ArticleFri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.theledger.com/article/20100226/NEWS/100229789?p=1&tc=pgThe Ledger - Another bill that Grayson supported, called the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act after the late senator from Massachusetts, was passed by Congress and signed into law by President Obama last April. It establishes a 'Summer of Service' program that engages middle and high school students in volunteer activities in their communities. Students can earn a $500 education award that can be applied to their college costs.Print ArticleFri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://home.bates.edu/views/2010/02/26/presidential-honor-roll/Bates Views - Bates College has been named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll with Distinction. This is the highest federal recognition available to a college for its commitment to volunteerism, service-learning and civic engagement.Print ArticleFri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.bc.edu/offices/pubaf/news/Community_Service_Honor_Roll2010_0226.htmlBoston College - Boston College has been named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement.Press ReleaseFri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.news.iastate.edu/news/2010/feb/NorrisLectureIowa State University - Jackie Norris, senior adviser to the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), will present a lecture at Iowa State University on Monday, March 1. The CNCS works to support the American culture of citizenship, service and responsibility with programs, including Teach for America and AmeriCorps.Print ArticleThu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.chattanoogan.com/articles/article_169798.aspThe Chattanoogan - Lee University was named as one of six Presidential Awardees in the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to service-learning and civic engagement. Print ArticleThu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://news.keuka.edu/featured-story/college-makes-honor-roll-for-fourth-straight-yearKeuka College - Keuka College has been named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning, and civic engagement.Press ReleaseThu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nwciowa.edu/news/contentID.2848/article.aspxNorthwestern College - Northwestern College has been named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll with Distinction, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement.Press ReleaseThu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.vcstar.com/news/2010/feb/25/csuci-president-announces-new-career-program/Ventura County Star - Rush also announced the university has been named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. Channel Islands is one of about 700 universities nationwide to receive the federal honor, which is given by the Corporation for National and Community Service.Print ArticleThu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.mycentraljersey.com/article/20100225/NEWS/100225088/-1/newsfront/RVCC-earns-presidential-awardCourier News - The award -- part of the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, administered by the Corporation for National and Community Service -- is in a special focus category that took into consideration a hallmark program at the college that enables students to receive academic credit for community service. RVCC learned about the honor this week.Print ArticleThu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://connect2.owu.edu/issues/20100225/newsAndViews/honorRoll.htmlOhio Wesleyan University - The award, announced today in Washington, D.C., recognizes the overall breadth and quality of Ohio Wesleyan's community service, service learning, and civic engagement programs. During the 2008-2009 academic year, nearly 1,800 Ohio Wesleyan students volunteered more than 45,000 hours of their time and their talent to help others.Press ReleaseThu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20100225/NEWS01/2260334/UC+honored+for+community+serviceCincinnati.com - The University of Cincinnati has been listed on the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition for community service, volunteering and civic engagement for colleges around the country. Print ArticleThu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.depauw.edu/news/?id=24907Depauw - Congratulations to DePauw University and its students for their dedication to service and commitment to improving their local communities," states Patrick Corvington, CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service. "Our nation's students are a critical part of the equation and vital to our efforts to tackle the most persistent challenges we face. They have achieved impactful results and demonstrated the value of putting knowledge into practice to help renew America through service.Press ReleaseThu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.stmarytx.edu/news/?go=community&id=2330St Mary's University - The Corporation for National and Community Service announced that St. Mary's University has been named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement.Print ArticleThu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.courierlifenews.com/articles/2010/02/25/features/01rsvp.txtOnalaska Holmen Courier-Life - The collaboration, which began in January and is called the Positive Achievements Through New Educational Resources Program, is designed to help students achieve more in the classrooms. RSVP coordinates the recruitment and retention of volunteers, increasing the number of volunteer opportunities as well as benefiting students, teachers and schools.Print ArticleThu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://news.blog.gustavus.edu/2010/02/25/14586/Gustavus - Gustavus Adolphus College has been named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll by Learn and Serve America, a program of the Corporation for National and Community Service.Press ReleaseThu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.esf.edu/communications/view.asp?newsID=336State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry - Hahn, the public programs coordinator at Lime Hollow Center for Environment and Culture in Cortland, N.Y., said she got her job because of the career fair. She is employed at Lime Hollow through the AmeriCorps program.Print ArticleWed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.mlive.com/news/jackson/index.ssf/2010/02/spotlight_volunteer_is_doing_h.htmlJackson Citizen Patriot, MLive - In January, EldenBrady began working for the Albion Volunteer Service Organization in the AmeriCorps position. In the next several weeks she is hoping to kick off two mentoring programs for the organization: Volunteens and Care Choice Mentors.Print ArticleWed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sdnn.com/sandiego/2010-02-24/education/college-prep-school-inspires-inner-city-students-to-stay-the-courseSan Diego News Network - Each year, on average, Nativity Prep employs seven full-time, full-salaried teachers and two full-time beginner teachers. The latter comes by way of a unique partnership with AmeriCorps and the School of Leadership and Education Sciences at the University of San Diego. The AmeriCorps teachers receive a no-cost graduate degree in education for two years of service at Nativity Prep Academy and earn $20,000 a year to serve as teachers, coaches, and administrators.Print ArticleWed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.tdn.com/lifestyles/article_d15f7610-21a0-11df-8d39-001cc4c03286.htmlThe Daily News - The Life Works building is home to the Cowlitz AmeriCorps Network, a kitchen for training adults to learn independent living skills, a therapy center for autistic children, a center for family support programs, career development and a variety of other programs.Print ArticleWed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.courant.com/community/hc-community-articleresults,0,5942637,results.formprofile?Query=25971HCHartford Courant - Samantha Hesslein of West Hartford has been honored for her exemplary volunteer service with a state-level Certificate of Excellence from The 2010 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program. Samantha was nominated for this award by Hall High School where she is currently a senior.Print ArticleWed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wtvm.com/Global/story.asp?S=12038864WTVM 9 - The Federal Government has awarded $400,000 in stimulus money to Macon and Russell Counties for a "Senior Companion Program" where people 60 or older can apply for part-time work.Print ArticleWed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.oneidadispatch.com/articles/2010/02/24/news/doc4b85f9841fc5e887676362.txtThe Oneida Daily Dispatch - As a residential facility, Maxwell House is staffed 24 hours a day. Two certified counselors are assigned to the house and, according to Kipping, the program exceeds the state's requirement for support staff. An additional four AmeriCorps volunteers also help run the program.Print ArticleWed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.pnj.com/article/20100224/NEWS05/2240303/1006/NEWS01/Senior-citizens-can-find-a-wealth-of-services-at-expoPensacola News Journal - The Santa Rosa Medical Center and the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Milton are pulling out all the stops to put on a first-class event for this vivacious group at the upcoming 12th annual Senior Expo and Health Fair on March 18. Print ArticleWed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/nominations-now-open-for-2nd-annual-governor-and-first-ladys-medals-for-service-85067357.htmlPRnewswire.com - The nomination period for the 2nd Annual Governor and First Lady's Medals for Service Award is now open, CaliforniaVolunteers announced today.Press ReleaseTue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.elon.edu/pendulum/Story.aspx?id=3371Elon.edu - A college or university must have at least 14 alumni volunteering in the Peace Corps in order to be added to the list for the category of small colleges and universities. Other students have been pursuing options with AmeriCorps VISTA, Teach for America and other non-profits.Print ArticleTue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.csrwire.com/press/press_release/28948-University-of-Phoenix-and-HandsOn-Network-Celebrate-Outstanding-ServiceCSRwire.com - The nation is approaching the first anniversary of the passage of the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act, the most comprehensive and expansive service legislation since Franklin Roosevelt's Presidency. Press ReleaseTue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2010/022010/02232010/529274fredericksburg.com - The two civic-oriented Learn and Serve classes at Brooke Point High School have undertaken their first international project, an effort to help pay for the security and education of as many as 100,000 children in the East African nation of Uganda who--in the last quarter century--have been kidnapped, given automatic weapons and ordered to join a guerilla uprising or be killed.Print ArticleTue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.times-standard.com/lifestyle/ci_14453386Times Standard - After basking in retirement for a couple of years, she found herself needing a challenge. She had heard about a volunteer program called RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) and in 1989 decided to volunteer in Del Norte County. Connecting with several local organizations and schools, she explained how RSVP could benefit them without cost. It was a 'win-win' situation -- retired seniors wanted to give back to their community and local agencies needed extra help. RSVP is now part of the Volunteer Center of the Redwoods and continues to thrive in Del Norte and Humboldt counties.Print ArticleTue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.dailyastorian.com/main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=398&ArticleID=68070Daily Astorian - After her Peace Corps stint ended, Lenius taught outdoor education at a YMCA camp in the San Juan Islands. Then she heard about an AmeriCorps job opening in Cannon Beach. Print ArticleMon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.crestonnewsadvertiser.com/articles/2010/02/19/r_ixgvyntdtveykso5havuoq/index.xmlCreston News Advertiser - Three members of the AmeriCorps State program began calling Green Valley home about a month ago, and are helping Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) with the park's renovations.Print ArticleMon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.servicenation.org/blog/entry/how-fast-can-americorps-grow-an-analysis-from-cap/ServiceNation - One of the core goals for ServiceNation is an America in which 1 million Americans volunteer to serve our nation each and every year through national service programs like AmeriCorps, because we believe that would fundamentally change our democracy and civic life for the better. At the same time, in an economy struggling to generate jobs, national service has become an increasingly popular option for Americans who are looking for a meaningful work experience. Put these together and you come to an important question: How fast can AmeriCorps grow?Print ArticleMon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.delmarvanow.com/article/20100222/OPINION01/2220326/-1/newsfront2/The-community-service-dilemmaDelmarva Now - There is one big problem with full-time volunteerism --unless you are independently wealthy or being supported by family members, a stipend is necessary if you are to pay the bills. That's why national and international volunteer community service programs like AmeriCorps or the Peace Corps offer minimal income to their participants.EditorialMon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.huffingtonpost.com/meredith-segal/volunteerism-20----a-gene_b_471117.htmlHuffington Post - During 2008 alone, the Corporation for National and Community Service reports that over 8.2 million young Americans (16-24) participated in some form of community service. Print ArticleMon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.mlive.com/living/saginaw/index.ssf/2010/02/americorps_stint_takes_thomas.htmlMichigan Live - Our project is working with Rebuilding Together New Orleans, the nation's leading nonprofit working to preserve affordable home ownership and revitalize communities. New Orleans is a big focus for the agency now, which is the reason my team and I will be spending the next two months here. Our team is usually split up every day, going to different project sites. So far I've worked in many different places within the organization. I've had the opportunity to work with deconstruction team members as they salvaged usable materials for the warehouse.Print ArticleSat, 20 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.republican-eagle.com/event/article/id/64745/group/Opinion/Red Wing Republican Eagle - Contact between farms and schools is established by two supportive AmeriCorps workers, one working with the farmers and schools establishing the program while the other deals with education outreach regarding healthy food and eating habits.EditorialFri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wxow.com/Global/story.asp?S=12013268WXOM ABC 19 - 'Food-4-Thought' is a project started in the summer of 2008 by parents and teachers of the Prairie du Chien, Seneca, and Wauzeka-Steuben school districts. Teachers, parents, the PTO, food service staff, and local farmers team up with Americorps members to establish healthier eating habits among children.Print ArticleFri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sidneyherald.com/articles/2010/02/19/news/doc4b7f16c47991c159922188.txtSidney Herald - And that wasn't all she had been awarded. Beyer was also given the President's Volunteer Service Award, which honors Americans who have volunteered significant amounts of their time to serve their communities and their country. The award came with a letter from the White House, signed by President Barack Obama, congratulating her.Print ArticleFri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://hawaii.gov/recovery/uh/cncs/corporation-for-national-and-community-service.htmlState of Hawaii ARRA - The Recovery Act funds that the Commission received from the federal Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) falls in line with Hawaii's priority use by creating jobs and helping promote economic recovery. BlogFri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://research.scottrade.com/public/markets/news/news.asp?docKey=100-048p8130-1&section=headlinesScott Trade Stock Market News & Headlines - The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) is applauding the confirmation of a senior member of the Annie E. Casey Foundation as president of the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), which among other things oversees AmeriCorps. Print ArticleFri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.healthylistings.com/listings/foster-grandparentsHealthy Listings - When you share your love, time, and experience, you have the power to help a child who needs you. If you're 55 and want to share your experience and compassion, you have what it takes to be a Foster Grandparent.BlogFri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://philanthropy.com/blogPost/Buzz-Keeps-Building-for-Social/21329/The Chronicle of Philanthropy - The Corporation for National and Community Service issued its final notice this week on how it plans to spend the Social Innovation Fund, or SIF as insiders call it. And blogs are abuzz with the potential of the new program.Print ArticleThu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.pnwlocalnews.com/south_king/ren/opinion/84744142.htmlRenton Reporter - In King County, thousands of people go without food, clothing, shelter, a mentor or a job. Just the other day I discovered www.serve.gov, a website created by President Obama as part of his 'United we Serve' initiative. Here I simply entered my zip code to generate hundreds of volunteer opportunities right in my own backyard!EditorialThu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://billingsgazette.com/news/state-and-regional/montana/article_594853e8-1d1f-11df-9af7-001cc4c03286.htmlBillings Gazette - Myrna Burgess has seen a lot of Northern Cheyenne culture disappear. Like many in her generation, she was discouraged from speaking her native language at school. She remembers having her hands slapped by ruler-wielding teachers and being made to stand in a closet or kneel in a corner.Print ArticleThu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://americorpsalums.wordpress.com/2010/02/18/the-corporations-new-ceo/AmeriCorps Alums - On his first day in office, Patrick Corvington, the new CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service, speaks about his background in the nonprofit sector and the unprecedented opportunity to address the nation's challenges by expanding service and volunteering in the United States.BlogThu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://icicp.blogspot.com/2010/02/patrick-corvington-sworn-in-as-new-head.htmlInnovations in Civic Participation - While Washington, DC, and much of the east coast came to a standstill under the snow and ice that blanketed the area last week, the Corporation for National and Community Service braved the elements to announce the confirmation of their new Chief Executive Officer, Patrick Corvington. BlogThu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.gjsentinel.com/news/articles/at_86_citizen_of_the_year_devo/The Daily Sentinel - Also, Kornman has given 10,000 volunteer hours to Mesa County RSVP (retired and senior volunteer program) in the past six years.'Every time I see him, he's smiling and gracious,' said Ruth McCrea, volunteer manager for RSVP. 'I'd like to have more volunteers just like Chuck.'Print ArticleThu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.ptleader.com/main.asp?SectionID=36&SubSectionID=55&ArticleID=26305ptleader.com - The OlyCAP Pea Patch seeks new gardeners. 'We had an abundant first season and we plan to grow this year,' said Cali Keck, AmeriCorps volunteer garden coordinator for OlyCAP. Print ArticleThu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://blog.oregonlive.com/washingtoncounty/2010/02/americorps_volunteer_helps_far.htmlThe Oregonian - Tracy Hoagland, who graduated from Oregon State University in English with a minor in writing, is the new AmeriCorps member at Farmington View Elementary School. Print ArticleThu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://thepresidentsvoice.com/?p=1505The President's Voice - Yesterday, the Corporation for National and Community Service launched the Social Innovation Fund (SIF) grant competition, which takes a new approach to addressing our nation's most critical social challenges.BlogThu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wxow.com/Global/story.asp?S=12001436WXOM ABC 19 - Giang Pham joined Americorps, and as part of that mission, she ended up in La Crosse at Riverfront.Her goal is to teach art to people with disabilities and let them be creative with what they learn.Print ArticleWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.theindependent.com/articles/2010/02/19/news/local/11449735.txtThe Grand Island Independent - RISE was created by the Nebraska State Probation Office and is funded through a grant from AmeriCorps. The program began three years ago and there are now 13 RISE specialists in 10 districts, said Annette McClure, RISE specialist with District Eight Probation.Print ArticleWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.stlamerican.com/articles/2010/02/18/news/local_news/localnews03.txtThe St. Louis American - More than a trillion dollars of Obama's 2011 budget proposal is dedicated to creating and accessing new, well-paying jobs, affordable homes, modern transportation, healthy food choices and quality schools in depressed urban areas. St. Louis, with its impoverished black population and depressing social indicators, stands to benefit from Obama's other proposed federal programs, such as the Healthy Food Financing, Choice Neighborhoods, Sustainable Communities and Social Innovation Fund initiatives.Print ArticleWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.redandblack.com/2010/02/17/teach-for-america-to-change-country/RedandBlack.com - All corps members receive an Americorps Education award to help pay off past student loans or to put towards future education. Teach for America covers all training and certification, so no matter what your major is, you can apply.Print ArticleWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?Read more: http://www.swrnn.com/southwest-riverside/2010-02-17/news/first-5-comes-to-temecula-friday-with-mobile-health-clinic#ixzz0g10sL5yjSouthwest Riverside News Network - The First 5 Riverside AmeriCorps will also be there promoting dental health, according to Jamie Ayala, spokeswoman First 5. Print ArticleWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.redwoodtimes.com/HomeRedwood Times - About 265 South Fork High School students participated in a Career Fair held on campus on Jan. 28. Over 35 community volunteers and local agency staff such as Laura Chancellor of the Job Market, and Susi Huschle of the Humboldt Regional Occupational Program (HROP) staffed the event, organized by AmeriCorps member Cory Lemings and South Fork vocational counselor Carole Willard Clark. Print ArticleWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://othellooutlook.com/?p=8531OthelloOutlook.com - Aboud is the most recent AmeriCorps volunteer for the Columbia National Wildlife Refuge. She started in January and is excited about her first time in Washington state.Print ArticleWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://behavioralhealthcentral.com/index.php/20100217202790/Latest-News/older-adult-volunteers-help-meet-many-needs-ventura-county-star-calif.htmlBehavioral Health Central - Cindy Powers has seen the shift at the Conejo Valley Retired Senior Volunteer Program in Thousand Oaks, which matches people 55 and older with volunteer positions in organizations ranging from the Ojai Valley Museum to the Conejo Free Clinic.Print ArticleWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.edcc.edu/news/news.php?newsID=1498Edmonds Community College News - Students in Edmonds CC's Learn and Serve Environmental Anthropology Field (LEAF) School, a series of anthropology classes with a hands-on, service-learning focus, will assist the teachers.Print ArticleWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thewestsidestory.net/article/School_News/CyFair_ISD/Cypress_Ranch_Key_Club_Members_Earn_Presidential_Service_Awards/19531The West Side Story - Cypress, Texas — Fourteen members of the Cypress Ranch Key Club have earned the President's Volunteer Service Award. The award is presented to students and other citizens who perform 100+ service hours in a calendar year. The award comes with a certificate and letter from President Barack Obama, as well as a pin rewarding recipients for their hard work and dedication to helping others. The President's Volunteer Service Award is categorized into three levels of service (Gold, Silver and Bronze) and is awarded based on the number of service hours performed and the age of the recipient.BlogWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.egovmonitor.com/node/33755eGov Monitor - Yesterday, the Corporation for National and Community Service launched the Social Innovation Fund (SIF) grant competition, which takes a new approach to addressing our nation's most critical social challenges.Print ArticleWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/lisc-applauds-confirmation-of-patrick-corvington-to-lead-national-service-agency-84631707.htmlPR Newswire - The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) is applauding the confirmation of a senior member of the Annie E. Casey Foundation as president of the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), which among other things oversees AmeriCorps. Press ReleaseWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.makingjusticereal.org/the-recovery-act-at-work-one-year-laterLegal Aid Society of the District of Columbia - My particular fellowship was created by a partnership between Equal Justice Works, the Institute for Foreclosure Legal Assistance (IFLA) and the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) to increase legal representation to homeowners at risk of foreclosure. BlogWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://groundwaterfoundation.blogspot.com/2010/02/remembering-groundwater-hero.htmlGroundwater Blog - Vern learned of the project through the El Paso Retired Senior Volunteer Program and took the initiative to assist in recruiting 23 citizen volunteers to conduct a potential contaminant source inventory around El Paso's 144 public water supply wells. BlogWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20100217/VIEWPOINTS04/100217021/RSVP+program+receives+new+busPress & Sun Bulletin - Catholic Charities of Broome County's Retired & Senior Volunteer Program has received a 10-passenger bus thanks to a grant from the state Department of Transportation's 5310 program.Print ArticleWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nonprofitquarterly.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1856:are-you-a-social-innovatorThe Nonprofit Quarterly - While not a scientific test, our crack staff, along with special contributor Phil Anthrop, has identified fifteen variables to predict your success in being accepted as a 'social innovator' for purposes of bringing in the really big bucks. We publish this in celebration of the recent publishing of the Social Innovation Fund notice of funding application. Proceed at your own risk.BlogWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.notforprofit.net/2010/02/17/patrick-corvington-confirmed-by-senate-to-run-cncs/NoForProfit.net - Five months after being nominated by President Barack Obama, Patrick Corvington was confirmed by the Senate to be the next chief executive officer for the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS). Senate consent was unanimous and Corvington is expected to officially begin later this month after the president signs his confirmation.Print ArticleWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://socialentrepreneurship.change.org/blog/view/new_improved_social_innovation_fund_now_taking_applicationsChange.org - A few months ago, the much-ballyhooed Social Innovation Fund released a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) to solicit public comment. Many of us chose to make our comments public, with common themes including questions of how accessible the money would be and concerns about stringent impact measurement requirements. Now, the NOFA has been updated -- incorporating many of the public's comments -- and the Social Innovation Fund is open for business.Print ArticleWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nasfaa.org/publications/2010/awcovington021610.htmlNational Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators - Patrick Corvington was confirmed by the Senate to be the next chief executive officer for the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS)," Non-Profit Times reports. "CNCS oversees service programs, such as Senior Corps, AmeriCorps, and Learn and Serve America programs, and leads President Obama's national call to service initiative, United We Serve. The corporation received a record budget increase totaling $1.14 billion to support its mission, and Congress enacted the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act, described as the most sweeping expansion of service in a generation. Its proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2011 is $1.4 billion.Print ArticleWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.youthtoday.org/publication/article.cfm?article_id=3808Youth Today - Long-awaited funding guidelines for the new $50 million Social Innovation Fund were announced today by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), whose interim board chair, Stephen Goldsmith, tried to explain just how much experience might be needed to qualify for some of the money.Print ArticleWed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://equaljusticeworks.wordpress.com/2010/02/16/economic-recovery-in-california/Equal Justice Works - For some, the dream of owning a home can take years of sacrifice and planning to achieve. Unfortunately, it can all be taken away in what seems like minutes. Picture this - you've missed a few months of mortgage payments, but haven't received any letters or notices from the bank. Imagine the surprise, then, when you see in the local paper that your home is for sale. This is an example of a non-judicial foreclosure…they can occur without a notice of default.BlogTue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://ppp.cof.org/news/social-innovation-fund-grant-competition-launched_1239/Public-Philanthropic Partnership - Fund effective and potentially transformative portfolios of nonprofit community organizations to help them strengthen their evidence base, and replicate and expand to serve more low-income communities; Identify more effective approaches to addressing critical social challenges and broadly share this knowledge; and Develop the grantmaking infrastructure necessary to support the work of social innovation in communities across the country.Print ArticleTue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.vcstar.com/news/2010/feb/16/older-adult-volunteers-help-meet-many-needs/Ventura County Star - RSVP, as is it is known, is sponsored by the Conejo Recreation and Park District and has 1,200 members. In a year, members serve about 275,000 hours, saving the community about $5.5 million, Powers said.Print ArticleTue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.socialenterpriselive.com/section/news/uk-should-follow-obamas-lead-venture-philanthropy-fundSocial Enterprise Live - The UK government should take inspiration from Obama's administration and establish its own £50m social innovation fund to boost venture philanthropists' work combating social problems.Print ArticleTue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://philanthropy.com/article/Social-Innovation-Fund/64218/The Chronicle of Philanthropy - The Corporation for National and Community Service issued its final notice today on how it plans to spend the Social Innovation Fund, paving the way for organizations to prepare their grant applications.Print ArticleTue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.propublica.org/ion/stimulus/item/a-stimulus-birthday-present-our-spending-speed-chart-0216Pro Publica - The Speed Chart also shows agencies that obligated their money early. By last summer, the Environmental Protection Agency, the Smithsonian, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Corporation for National and Community Service had each committed at least two-thirds.Print ArticleTue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.onestarfoundation.org/news/si-fundOne Star Foundation - Too many social challenges have been allowed to fester when innovative approaches are already delivering results in communities throughout the U.S. - it doesn't have to be this way," said Stephen Goldsmith, the Chair of the Corporation's Board of Directors. "The SIF will help ensure that high-impact nonprofits are able to attract the public and private resources they need to grow and improve the economic, education and health prospects of low-income communities.Print ArticleTue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://americorpsalums.wordpress.com/2010/02/16/nominate-a-fellow-alum-or-friend/AmeriCorps Alums - Nine of the 10 finalists will be awarded $10,000 to donate to the nonprofit organizations of their choice. The top honoree will receive $15,000 to donate and will be recognized at the first ever L.E.A.D. Summit presented by University of Phoenix and HandsOn Network (www.handsonnetwork.org/LEAD) in Washington D.C. on April 20th at the Newseum.BlogTue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nptimes.com/10Feb/breakingnews-100216-1.htmlThe NonProfit Times - After weeks of public comment, the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) has released its final Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for the Social Innovation Fund (SIF), lowering the original minimum grant award to $1 million.Print ArticleTue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.americanprogress.org/issues/2010/02/national_service.htmlCenter for American Progress - Proposals to expand national service and related programs have prompted questions regarding how quickly these programs could grow while retaining their high quality. Yet these programs have already grown considerably over the past year with funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act, and they report that demand for their services is high enough to support even further expansion. The Corporation for National and Community Service, which administers many of these national service programs, similarly reports that, 'national service is ready to grow, innovate, and solve tough challenges.' These programs have room to expand, and recent experience shows that they can do so rapidly.Print ArticleTue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.seguingazette.com/story.lasso?ewcd=c92243685ea4d17bGazette-Enterprise - Megan Connolly, AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer, is working with Teatro to create new programs for the area.Print ArticleTue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://mobile.californiafarmer.com/index.aspx?ascxid=cmsNewsStory&rmid=0&rascxid=&args=&rargs=9&dt=634018792824128000&lid=a8yebu2d9qxnz7lo&adms=634018792822724000X19ed90b51f&cmsSid=35512&cmsScid=9California Farmer - Seventeen of the SAFE AmeriCorps programs participated in this five day event to prepare them to train farmworkers in Spanish and English on how to protect themselves from the effects of pesticides. Print ArticleTue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nj.com/opinion/times/editorials/index.ssf?/base/news-1/126630272793000.xml&coll=5Times of Trenton - A report issued in July by the Corporation for National and Community Service found that, even in the grip of prolonged economic recession, volunteers were hard at work. Almost 62 million Americans volunteered 8 million hours through an organization in 2008, up 1 million from the previous year.EditorialTue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.brainerddispatch.com/stories/021610/new_20100216005.shtmlBrainerd Dispatch - Goeden said she keeps active in Staples. She has been a foster grandparent at Staples Elementary School for 16 years. She is also a member of the Motley Lions and on a committee for the Early Childhood Coalition. Print ArticleTue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.queens.edu/news_detail.asp?press_id=3019&section=queens&TopLevelID=17Queens University of Charlotte - Last month, dozens of local middle school students came to Queens for a day of learning and self-discovery. Today, the group that made the MLK Day of Service possible is already brainstorming ideas for next year. Print ArticleMon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.timesleader.com/pittstondispatch/news/RSVP_to_help_elderly_residents_with_income_tax_preparations_02-14-2010.htmlThe Dispatch - For the past thirty-five years, the RSVP Program of the Area Agency on Aging for Luzerne/Wyoming Counties has offered free federal and state income tax assistance and the PA Rent/Property Tax Rebate to the elderly. For more information and an appointment call 822-1158 ext 3539.Print ArticleSun, 14 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thefamuanonline.com/news/resident-and-homelesse-shelters-try-to-expand-their-limited-space-to-accommodate-the-homeless-1.2152638The FAMUAN - With very little government assistance in the last 12 years organizations that cater to the homeless have to rely on groups like the United Way and community contributions to feed 300 people daily. These organizations prepare all the meals offered in the shelter and on sundays the Good News Outreach serves lunch Jacob Reiter, a member of AmeriCorps VISTA and the Domestic Peace Core, is trying to make a difference for people who are homeless in Tallahassee.Print ArticleSun, 14 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.centralfloridafuture.com/we-salute-knights-who-give-back-1.2152469Central Florida Future - The other notable UCF organization featured in today's paper is the Junior Achievement program that recently earned the President's Volunteer Service Award.EditorialSun, 14 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.centralfloridafuture.com/ucf-students-learn-through-ja-1.2152631Central Florida Future - UCF's Junior Achievement program has been awarded the President's Volunteer Service Award, which recognizes individuals and organizations for community service.Print ArticleSun, 14 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.heraldpalladium.com/articles/2010/02/14/features/1190123.txtThe Herald Palladium - During a lesson last month, Stermer was telling her students about Freedom Riders. In 1960, a Supreme Court ruling outlawed racial segregation in restaurants and interstate bus terminals. After this landmark decision, 450 Freedom Riders - both black and white civil rights activists - boarded interstate buses traveling across the southern United States to challenge local laws that continued to support segregation. The Freedom Riders encountered brutality and hatred, but their nonviolent action has been recognized for transforming the civil rights movement.Print ArticleSun, 14 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://jacksonville.com/news/metro/2010-02-14/story/saving_arlington_what_residents_are_doing_to_save_itJacksonville.com - In her class of 17 children, Swineford sees no 'typical' student. 'You have to look at each individual kid.' The school's teachers respond by doing just that, she said, coming up with new ideas and working with partners like the YMCA. This year, they are hoping to expand a foster grandparent program that has proved successful in another kindergarten classroom. Print ArticleSun, 14 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.bearvalleynews.com/bvn_9021210.htmBear Valley News - During the recent wave of record-breaking snowfall and rain, the National Forest Association's AmeriCorps crew picked up a different shovel, a snow shovel, answered the call and were literally 'shovel ready' to assist mountain communities and Bear Valley in need of quick response and shovel power! Print ArticleFri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5iQcCvY27JDV-PdsaSVIvkwxRunwAD9DQRI600Google.com - So the 44-year-old former teacher in the South Pacific and China spearheaded Coach Across America with support from the federal AmeriCorps program. The goals: Reduce dropout rates, gang activity and childhood obesity. Print ArticleFri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thekansan.com/features/x626054134/Senior-Patrol-sets-recordThe Kansan - 'We would never have the time to do that many checks,' Walton said. The volunteer hours logged by senior patrol are recorded with the Harvey County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program. RSVP director Chad Frey said there was an unannounced goal for the senior patrol to complete 2,500 checks last year, which was more than doubled. Print ArticleFri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://americorpsalums.wordpress.com/2010/02/12/senate-confirms-new-ceo-of-the-corporation/AmeriCorps Alums Blog - Hear ye, hear ye! The U.S. Senate confirmed the nomination of Patrick Corvington by unanimous consent yesterday to be the new Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation for National and Community Service. Corvington, a recognized expert on nonprofit management and leadership, joins the agency at a time marked by unprecedented social need and support for national service.BlogFri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.youthtoday.org/publication/article.cfm?article_id=3798Youth Today - Patrick Corvington was confirmed to be chief executive officer of the Corporation for National and Community Service. Corvington, who was previously senior associate in the Leadership Development Unit at the Annie E. Casey Foundation in Baltimore, was nominated in October. Obama originally selected Nike Foundation Vice President Maria Eitel to head the agency, which operates AmeriCorps and other service-learning programs, but Eitel abruptly withdrew from consideration - before her name was sent to the Senate - citing health reasons. Corvington will be the first confirmed CEO at the corporation since David Eisner resigned in October of 2008. Nicola Goren, Eisner's chief of staff, has been acting as interim CEO.Print ArticleFri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?Via Email Newsletter, Not on SiteVoices for National Service Newsletter - Voices for National Service applauds the Senate's unanimous approval of Patrick Corvington to become the next CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service. Mr. Corvington's expertise in nonprofit leadership and capacity-building, evaluation and performance measurement, and systems reform will be helpful to a field poised for major growth with high expectations for results. His extensive background in the nonprofit community will bring many new partners to national service and expand service and innovation as solutions to community needs.Print ArticleFri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://philanthropy.com/article/Senate-Confirms-a-New-Leader/64157/The Chronicle of Philanthropy - Mr. Corvington takes over the corporation as it is in the process of greatly expanding AmeriCorps, the flagship national-service program, and preparing to award $50-million in grants under the Social Innovation Fund, a new program to help nonprofit groups expand successful approaches to social problems.Print ArticleFri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.servicenation.org/blog/entry/cncs-has-a-new-ceo-patrick-corvington/ServiceNation - It took a while, but last night the Corporation For National and Community Service got a new CEO. The Senate, by unanimous consent, approved the nomination of Patrick Corvington (along with 26 other Obama nominees for a variety of jobs). BTC and ServiceNation look forward to working with CEO Corvington, and welcome his arrival at this critical time for service in America.BlogFri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nptimes.com/10Feb/breakingnews-100212-1.htmlThe NonProfit Times - Five months after being nominated by President Barack Obama, Patrick Corvington was confirmed by the Senate to be the next chief executive officer for the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS). Senate consent was unanimous.Print ArticleFri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.accenture.com/Global/Accenture_Blogs/Consulting_Analysts_Blog/Accenture+Day+of+Service.htmAccenture Website - Accenture is all about giving back to the community. The company volunteers at many events and projects through the year. This year our Metro DC office had approximately 1,400 volunteers for MLK Day of Service on January 18.Print ArticleThu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://zh-cn.facebook.com/posted.php?id=56824932317&share_id=301056998850&comments=1Public Allies Facebook Page - Public Allies Congratulations to Patrick Corvington on being confirmed as the new CEO of the Corporation for National Service! Press Release: Senate Confirms Corvington as CEO of National Service AgencyBlogThu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://thenewservice.wordpress.com/2010/02/11/patrickcorvingtonconfirmed/The New Service - Annie E. Casey Foundation staffer has been confirmed to lead Corporation for National and Community Service—Obama to sign his appointment. Late this afternoon Acting CEO of the Corporation Nicola Goren issued this announcement:BlogThu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://servicewire.org/content/20100211/wire/blog/Senate-Confirms-Patrick-Corvington-New-Chief-CNCSYSA Service Wire - Annie E. Casey Foundation staffer has been confirmed to lead Corporation for National and Community Service—Obama to sign his appointment. Late this afternoon Acting CEO of the Corporation Nicola Goren issued this announcement: While a record snowstorm has quieted much of official Washington this week, we have exciting news to share: the Senate today unanimously confirmed Patrick Corvington as the next CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service.Press ReleaseThu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/dn/localnews/columnists/sblow/stories/DN-blow_11met.ART0.Central.Edition1.4b8e6e0.htmlDallas Morning News - Chris, 23, had volunteered to work at one of those after-school sites through AmeriCorps, the national community-service program. Print ArticleThu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://blognext.wordpress.com/2010/02/11/senate-confirms-new-ceo-of-cncs/ServeNext.org Blog - In addition to the Senate's support for Corvington, there is overwhelming support among the service community for his appointment. In January, Voices for National Service, ServiceNation, and America Forward spearheaded a joint letter — signed by more than 100 service organizations — to Majority Leader Reid, Minority Leader McConnell, Chairman Harkin, and Ranking Member Enzi asking the Senate to 'move expeditiously to approve' Corvington's nomination to be the CEO. ServeNext.org congratulates Patrick, CNCS, and the entire service field, and thanks the Senate for its unanimous decision!BlogThu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://thecaucus.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/02/11/senate-confirms-27-obama-nominees/The New York Times, The Caucus Blog - Updated Before leaving for the President's Day break, the Senate tonight confirmed — by unanimous consent — 27 of President Obama's nominees to federal positions, under a threat made earlier this week by the president that he might make recess appointments not requiring Senate votes. None of these seemed controversial; the senators approved these amid a backlog of presidential nominations and holds on some.Print ArticleThu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://faribault.com/news.php?viewStory=97210Daily News - Everybody needs a grandparent. That's the premise behind the federal Foster Grandparent Program. Print ArticleWed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.greeleytribune.com/article/20100210/NEWS/100219983/1007&parentprofile=1001The Tribune - On Tuesday, this eighth-grade class had their annual checkup from Sarah Tolan, an AmeriCorps Vista member who works with Colorado Riverwatch to make sure that the children have been testing the water correctly all this time.Print ArticleWed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.tampabay.com/news/education/k12/students-lobby-for-sidewalks-near-seven-springs-middle-school-in-trinity/1072431St. Petersburg Times - The best part for these 24 students was that their initiative would benefit their community, and not just themselves.Print ArticleWed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.csmonitor.com/Commentary/the-monitors-view/2010/0210/How-to-reduce-student-dropout-rates-link-volunteering-to-studiesChristian Science Monitor - Yet research shows service learning is a promising strategy for dropout prevention. EditorialWed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://aapress.com/?p=239Asian American Press - Admission Possible's mission attracted current Admission Posisble AmeriCorps member Liz Abbas, an organizational communication major from Bethel University.Print ArticleTue, 9 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100208/COMM/2080307Ties Herald-Record - At its Jan. 25 meeting, the Newburgh City Council honored outgoing AmeriCorps VISTA volunteers Kimberly Bersin, Barbara Simon and Ramona Torres.Print ArticleMon, 8 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://blog.al.com/birmingham-news-stories/2010/02/post_78.htmlBirmingham News - A 2005 study by the Corporation for National and Community Service found that 10.6 million students ages 12-18, or 38 percent of students, have participated in school-based service. Of those, 77 percent have participated in some form of service learning. Print ArticleSun, 7 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wkbw.com/news/local/83738607.htmlWKBW - They were at the center of much of the volunteer work that helped transform a Buffalo neighborhood for ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition last November. Now the non-profit group AmeriCorps is getting a helping hand. Print ArticleSat, 6 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.berkshireeagle.com/local/ci_14345754Berkshire Eagle - The program is funded by a federal Learn and Serve America grant which is geared toward enhancing science, technology/engineering, and mathematics instruction at the middle school level using community service-learning projects in schools where there is a high number of students from low-income families. Print ArticleSat, 6 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thedailyjournal.com/article/20100206/NEWS01/2060316Daily Journal - CCTEC, along with GCIT and Atlantic County Institute of Technology, have created the South Jersey Learn and Serve Regional Learning Center. It's funded by Learn and Serve, a grant program dedicated to funding service learning in schools. Print ArticleSat, 6 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.catholiccourier.com/cc/index.cfm/regional-life/livingston/news/geneseo-grads-help-catholic-charities-of-livingston-county-grow/Catholic Courier - Administered by the Corporation for National and Community Service, which just received more than $200 million in the most recent economic stimulus package, the AmeriCorps VISTA program is designed to expand and strengthen agencies that fight poverty. By the end of a three-year commitment by VISTA volunteers, the programs the volunteers have worked on are intended to be self-sustaining.Print ArticleFri, 5 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://au.sys-con.com/node/1275264Cloud Computing Journal - These volunteers are members of the Office of Surface Mining's two teams of AmeriCorps Volunteers in Service To America [OSM/VISTAs] coordinated by Dr. T Allan Comp. Print ArticleFri, 5 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.americanprogress.org/issues/ideas/2010/02/020510.htmlCenter for American Progress - Programs such as YouthBuild or AmeriCorps can help solve this problem, however. Print ArticleFri, 5 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.americanprogress.org/issues/ideas/2010/02/020510.htmlCenter for American Progress - Programs such as YouthBuild or AmeriCorps can help solve this problem, however. Print ArticleFri, 5 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.doc.wa.gov/news/pressreleases/2010/020510foodbanknewsrelease.aspDepartment of Corrections Washington State - Department of Corrections staff members donated more than 5,400 pounds of food to food banks across the state for Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. Press ReleaseFri, 5 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://thealternativepress.com/article.asp?news=9886&Jersey-Tribe-Members-Participate-in-MLK-Day-of-ServiceThe Alternative Press - In the morning, five young adults painted the recreation room of a camp for underprivileged children in Edison. The Kiddie Keep Well Camp serves the neediest children in Middlesex County with an 11-day residential summer program.Print ArticleFri, 5 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://zh-cn.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=290021304556&comments&ref=mfHospice of the Carolina Foothills Facebook Page - Holmes is pleased that the federal government's stimulus package has allowed him to increase student volunteers from 60 to 100, making it a win for Hospice, the students and AmeriCorps. Lindsey Moore summed up the partnership this way: 'In an age of consumers, these students are learning to be contributors.' Print ArticleThu, 4 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://equaljusticeworks.wordpress.com/2010/02/04/calling-in-the-troops-how-lawyers-are-helping-the-country-recover-from-economic-crisis/Equal Justice Workds - his economic recovery series, AmeriCorps Recovery Fellows and other housing experts will explain some of the systematic flaws inherent with our current lending system. BlogThu, 4 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://dailyuw.com/2010/2/4/graduating-look-beyond-job-market/The Daily of the University of Washington - Similarly, volunteer organizations like the Peace Corps, Teach for America and AmeriCorps have recently seen higher-than-average application rates. Penn State's The Daily Collegian reports that 'The Peace Corps is experiencing its largest increase in applications in the past five years,' and goes on to conclude that many applicants are recent college graduates whose applications to volunteer organizations may have been prompted by the unforgiving job market.EditorialThu, 4 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://theminaretonline.com/?p=9112The Minaret Online - AmeriCorps, an organization devoted to the betterment of impoverished and troubled communities across the nation, newly assigned representative Karen Lederer to a coordinator post at UT.Print ArticleThu, 4 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/print/article/20100204/NEWS01/100203018/Big-Brothers-Big-Sisters-celebrate-with-activitiesPughkeepsie Journal - In conjunction with National Mentoring Month, Big Brothers Big Sisters (BB/BS) of Dutchess County is staging a bevy of activities today at the Poughkeepsie Galleria from noon to 6 pm. The event, which will feature a talent show and a silent auction of artwork, is designed to bring attention to the group with the hope of encouraging people to get involved.Print ArticleThu, 4 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.artdaily.org/index.asp?int_sec=2&int_new=36032Art Daily.org - Arts Corps, the largest nonprofit arts educator in the Seattle area, fosters creative habits of mind in young people through a passionate corps of teaching artists. Active since 2000, Arts Corps brings the lifelong practices of persistence and discipline, critical thinking, courage and risk-taking, reflection and imagining possibilities to the classroom and beyond. MusicianCorps is a program of Music National Service run locally by Seattle's Arts Corps. MusicianCorps is a prototype for the Artist and MusicianCorps as called for by President Obama and Congress in the Edward Kennedy Serve America Act.Print ArticleThu, 4 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.usaweekend.com/article/99999999/MDDAY/301260001USA Weekend - The workplace doubles as one of the nation's most effective message boards for volunteer opportunities. It's where one volunteer in four learns about specific chances to help others. On Make A Difference Day, multinational corporations and mom-and-pop businesses alike use skills and resources to contribute where the need exists. Projects often pull in employee families and community non-profits to address a range of social concerns, strengthening ties between your company and community. The Points of Light Foundation, USA WEEKEND's partner in sponsoring Make A Difference Day, counts many corporations among its Connect America partners.Print ArticleThu, 4 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.hvpress.net/news/125/ARTICLE/8699/2010-02-03.htmlHudson Valley Press - Newburgh - At their January 25th meeting the City Council honored outgoing AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteers Kimberly Bersin, Barbara Simon and Ramona Torres. Kimberly, a Quality of Life Specialist, and Barbara, a Community Organizer, just concluded their service. Ramona served from 2008-2009 as a Community Organizer.Print ArticleWed, 3 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.newtondailynews.com/articles/2010/02/03/r_mnrwf1sjsko8dnl5gmafpq/index.xmlNewton Daily News - In January, Big Brothers Big Sisters celebrated National Mentoring Month by hosting receptions at Newton Senior High School and Colfax-Mingo High School for local school-based mentors. The local BBBS office also hosted a reception, sponsored by Bank Iowa and Pizza Ranch, at Pizza Ranch in honor of the adults who are serving as BBBS school-based and community-based mentors in Jasper County.Print ArticleWed, 3 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sltrib.com/davis/ci_14321804The Salt Lake City Tribune - They listen to someone who's been through and experienced it," said Ron White, residential living manager at Weber Basin Job Corps, an educational facility that's one of the many sites where Border mentors. "The fact that he's been successful and started his own business is an inspiration and a point of reference.Print ArticleWed, 3 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thisisnottingham.co.uk/homenews/Firefighter-s-award-volunteering/article-1799695-detail/article.htmlEvening Post - Since then, he has organised the distribution of decommissioned uniforms and equipment to fire services across the world. Mr Millington was presented with The President's Volunteer Service Award at the end of last year.Print ArticleWed, 3 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://newsinfo.iu.edu/news/page/normal/13346.htmlIndiana University Newsroom - VETS, funded by the Corporation for National and Community Service and administered through IU's Indiana Institute on Disability and Community, supports students, ages 14-21, as they build relationships with veterans and collaboratively record oral histories. These histories will be submitted to National Veteran's History Project at the Library of Congress. Press ReleaseWed, 3 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://media.www.oxyweekly.com/media/storage/paper1200/news/2010/02/03/News/400-Students.Serve.Community.In.Day.Of.Service-3863326.shtmlThe Occidental Weekly - On Jan. 23, Occidental students joined a nationwide commitment to service as part of the Martin Luther King Day of Service Challenge. Approximately 400 Oxy students and faculty gathered to donate their time to 24 organizations around Los Angeles in a full day of community service.Print ArticleWed, 3 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.indiancountrytoday.com/living/83036637.htmlIndian Country Today - A mentor and mentee from the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Three Affiliated Tribes participated in a White House ceremony Jan. 20 marking National Mentoring Month. President Barack Obama and the first lady joined the event in an effort to increase public awareness of the benefits of mentoring.Print ArticleWed, 3 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www2.tbo.com/content/2010/feb/03/pa-fair-focuses-on-the-community/Tampa Bay Online - About 60 vendors will participate in the fair, set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Elks Lodge 2284 in New Port Richey. The vendors, said John Trouse, coordinator of the county's Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, represent a variety of public and philanthropic organizations.Print ArticleWed, 3 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.poconorecord.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100203/NEWS14/2030310/-1/NEWSMAPPocono Record - A new year and two new office — that's what's happening at the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program of Monroe County. The local organization, now 20 years old, has grown to an amazing 184 sites, including food pantries, schools, senior centers, parks, hospitals and more. Because of the program's size — and the size of the county — satellite offices have recently opened in Tobyhanna and the West End. Both locations will continue RSVP's mission to match qualified volunteers with the needs of nonprofit organizations in Monroe County. By the way, you don't have to be retired or a senior to join RSVP.Print ArticleWed, 3 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.newberggraphic.com/news/2010/February/02/Local.News/countys.homeless.may.be.increasing/news.aspxNewberg Graphic - 'It does look like there's an increase,' said Amy Burton, AmeriCorps volunteer and homelessness and community outreach coordinator for YCAP (Yamhill Community Action Partnership). However, she added, they might end up closer when all the results are in.Print ArticleTue, 2 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.newstribune.info/news/x979442609/AmeriCorps-worker-honored-for-serviceMineral Daily News Tribune - In summing up her feelings about her AmeriCorps VISTA experience Frazier said, 'The last three years have been challenging but overall rewarding. I feel sad to leave this service, but I feel that I have accomplished things. I have completed some worthwhile projects over the past three years.'Print ArticleTue, 2 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.northfieldnews.com/news.php?viewStory=51479Northfield News - January was National Mentoring Month, a time, Oto said, to honor mentoring efforts and increase the visibility of mentoring programs on a local and national level. Roughly 220 mentors meet with an equal number of students regularly through the four mentoring programs in Northfield, including Project Friendship; Big Brothers, Big Sisters; Connected Kids and Main Street Mentors. But the programs always need more willing volunteers to be mentors, especially men and Hispanic mentors. Right now, Oto has 40 kids she wants to pair with a mentor through Connected Kids, many of whom have requested a mentor.Print ArticleTue, 2 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.bakersfield.com/entertainment/local/x807500885/Mentoring-aids-those-without-family-supportThe Bakersfield Californian - January is National Mentoring Month, an annual reminder of the power a positive role model has to turn around lives like Priscilla's. Last year more than 770 participants received help through the Family to Family Mentoring program, according to Garden Pathways Executive Director Karen Goh. The program was developed to help people struggling with poverty learn to overcome challenges. In 2009, there were 85 mentors who provided individual support and more than 150 people who volunteered their services to the nonprofit.Print ArticleTue, 2 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.jaxdailyrecord.com/showstory.php?Story_id=530181Financial News and Daily Record - In observance of January as National Mentoring Month, more than 100 students from local high schools and elementary schools were treated to a reading rally at Frank Peterson Academies of Technology as part of their commitment to the Teen Trendsetters Reading Mentors program. Teen Trendsetters, an award-winning youth mentoring program launched in Florida in 2002, pairs high school teens with 2nd and 3rd graders to boost the reading skills of the younger students.Print ArticleTue, 2 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.zwire.com/site/news.cfm?BRD=1302&dept_id=181979&newsid=20407353&PAG=461&rfi=9Madison Daily Leader - Since joining the program in 1990, Lane has logged over 20,000 hours of helping other elderly in her community continue to live independently. She assists with meal preparation, baking, errands, grocery shopping and light housekeeping, as well as socialization and companionship.Print ArticleTue, 2 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.garnercitizen.com/2010/02/east-garner-middle-receives-start-grant/Garner Citizen - East Garner Magnet Middle School was chosen by Microsoft and the Corporation for National and Community Service to participate in an initiative to explore how technology affects the evolution of teaching and learning.Print ArticleTue, 2 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://thenewbriansig.wordpress.com/2010/02/02/why-volunteer/thenewbriansig.wordpress.com - I'm intrigued by this study because I fall into that category of people riding out the storm by doing something that helps the community. I've said on here before that Cedar Rapids got hit with a double whammy. The economy tanking did our flood-ravaged city no favors whatsoever.BlogTue, 2 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thehawkeye.com/story/loebsack-020210The Hawk Eye - He also pointed to what Congress did pass in 2009, including the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, the State Children's Health Insurance Program and the Serve America Act.Print ArticleTue, 2 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.newlenoxpatriot.com/Articles-c-2010-02-02-204154.112113_NL_resident_receives_Presidents_Volunteer_Service_Award.htmlThe New Lenox Patriot - Razny received a President's Volunteer Service Award for her volunteer efforts with the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). The ESGR is a Department of Defense agency established in 1972 to promote understanding and support among employers of those who serve in the National Guard and Reserve. "I was surprised since I didn't realize how much time I was putting in. I'm more focused on helping people instead of counting hours," Francine Razny said. "But I'm happy to do it for free. I think it's a good cause." Print ArticleTue, 2 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/article/20100202/NEWS21/2020318/Stimulus+program+aids+Hawaiian+IslesHonolulu Advertiser - The second-largest job generator during the fourth quarter was a $13.6 million contract with Bulltrack-Watts to repave runway aprons at the Pacific Missile Range on Kaua'i. That project created 54 jobs. Another 53 jobs were created in the AmeriCorps community volunteer program.Print ArticleTue, 2 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.peninsuladailynews.com/article/20100218/NEWS/302189995Sioux City Journal - Six Siouxlanders representing diverse cultures will share their experiences and insights on the changing climate of racism and discrimination in Sioux City, Sister Renae Hohensee, an AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer with the Sioux City Human Rights Commission, said Wednesday.Print ArticleMon, 1 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://newsroom.dc.gov/show.aspx/agency/cncs/section/2/release/19126Serve DC - A record 49,462 volunteers joined Serve DC - The Mayor's Office on Volunteerism on January 18th, participating in a record number of community service projects in honor of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Print ArticleMon, 1 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.app.com/article/20100201/GETPUBLISHED/2010320/Lay-rabbi-volunteers-at-Bey-Lea-VillageAsbury Park Press - Research compiled by the the government agency that runs AmeriCorps shows that community service has long-term health benefits for volunteers, including volunteers who are over 65. These benefits include longer life expectancy, lower rates of depression, and decreased risk of heart disease.Print ArticleMon, 1 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/article/CA6717185.htmlSchool Library Journal - The U.S. Department of Education (DOE) believes that when it comes to technology training, we should look no further than a terrific resource already in the classroom—students. That's why Microsoft and the Corporation for National and Community Service has launched a new initiative that empowers middle and high school students to help teachers and staff better integrate tech into schools.Print ArticleMon, 1 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.herald-dispatch.com/news/x1812930758/Energy-Express-program-impacts-Cabell-Wayne-countiesHerald Dispatch - HUNTINGTON — Children in Cabell and Wayne counties joined other children from across the state in increasing their reading scores and receiving two nutritious meals each day during the summer of 2009, thanks to the Energy Express AmeriCorps program.Print ArticleMon, 1 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://triad.bizjournals.com/triad/stories/2010/02/01/daily12.htmlThe Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area - Members of the Stokes Partnership for Children's AmeriCorps and Children Together program appeared Sunday night on 'Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.'Print ArticleMon, 1 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.unionky.edu/News/10/020110_Atlanta_Service_Trip.aspunionky.com - Union College's Common Partners program took more than 20 students to Atlanta for a spring service trip over Martin Luther King weekend. Print ArticleMon, 1 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://philanthropy.com/article/President-s-Budget-Proposes/63829/Philanthropy.com - President Obama has proposed increasing the budget for the Corporation for National and Community Service in fiscal year 2011, allowing the agency to continue expanding AmeriCorps and increase spending on the Social Innovation Fund, the new program to help nonprofit groups expand successful projects.Print ArticleMon, 1 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nj.com/suburbannews/index.ssf/2010/02/troop_40914_of_fanwood-scotch.htmlNJ.com - Girl Scout Troop 40914 of the Fanwood-Scotch Plains Service Unit of the Girl Scouts of the Heart of NJ participated in a full day of service during the first annual Martin Luther King Day of Service in Scotch Plains and Fanwood. Six Juniors, one Cadette, and three adult members of the troop participated in an array of activities throughout the day, donating their time and creativity to projects that will benefit both young and old, U.S. troops, cancer patients and autistic children.Print ArticleMon, 1 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://dcscores.blogspot.com/2010/02/number-of-volunteers-significantly.htmlDC Scores Blogspot - President Obama called on Americans to serve during his inaugural address a year ago, and clearly the millions listening took his words to heart. Since that day, according to the report, "support for the (Corporation for National and Community Service) has skyrocketed -- AmeriCorps applications have tripled and a record number of Americans joined together to serve on the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service and the first-ever 9-11 Day of Service and Remembrance in 2009." BlogMon, 1 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://carolinanewswire.com/news/News.cgi?database=000001news.db&command=viewone&id=754&op=tCarolina Newswire - Katie Snow, the ACT Program Coordinator with the Stokes Partnership for Children, coordinated the participation of more than 50 North Carolina AmeriCorps volunteers from various counties and programs across the state for the TV show. Print ArticleMon, 1 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.daytondailynews.com/news/ohio-news/memorial-grows-for-ohio-cyclist-killed-in-accident-523164.htmlDayton Daily News - A bicycle is the centerpiece of a growing curbside memorial in Cleveland for a woman struck and killed by a truck while riding the bike to work. Sylvia Bingham's white bicycle is surrounded by flowers and helmets at the corner where the AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer was killed in September. The bicycle helmets can be taken and used by anyone who needs one. Print ArticleMon, 1 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://frank-simpson.blogs.petaluma360.com/12451/mlk-day-valley-vista/frank-simpon.blogs.petaluma360.com - Last week's Argus was pretty heavy with 'news' about our troubles and woes in Petaluma-The Target Dispute, Petaluma's streets officially declared to be at risk, and so on. By way of a brief respite, I offer this Petaluma story about the recent Martin Luther King Day at Valley Vista School. Background MLK Day is more than another Monday Holiday. It is also a day when people throughout the country join together to work on various service projects in their community… Print ArticleMon, 1 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2010/jan/31/focusfaith-in-action-service-shows-king-dream/Memphis Commercial Appeal - On a beautiful Monday morning, residents from across the Mid-South came out to honor Dr. Martin Luther King's dream by making Jan. 18 a "day on, not a day off." Print ArticleSun, 31 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thonline.com/article.cfm?id=271698Thonline.com - Ermina Soler lives in a downtown apartment with her three children, attends college and works part time with Americorps. Without Section 8, Soler said she wouldn't even entertain the long-term goals she now has, let alone pursue them.Print ArticleSun, 31 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.postindependent.com/article/20100131/VALLEYNEWS/100139984/1083&ParentProfile=1074Post Independent - Virgili has earned both statewide and national recognition for her work in the community. She received an Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award from former Colorado Governor Roy Romer for her work in mentoring a high school youth group. She also received a Daily Point of Light Award from President Bill Clinton and the Points of Light Institute for her extraordinary involvement in community volunteer activities. Print ArticleSun, 31 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thespectrum.com/article/20100131/NEWS01/1310315The Spectrum.com - Still, a lot of work has been done already, paving the way for the long-term project, said Sean Damitz, director of the Utah Conservation Corps, an AmeriCorps program operating out of Utah State University that has helped lend a personnel force to the project for the past three months. The UCC, funded largely through a grant from the Utah Commission on Volunteers, has had a full crew dedicated to gathering willows and re-establishing native vegetation along the river banks. The crew has nearly completed its three-month contract on the project, but Damitz, said he thought the project accomplished a lot for the local residents and wildlife, while helping those who worked on the crew get valuable experience. Print ArticleSun, 31 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nevadaappeal.com/article/20100131/NEWS/100139969/1029&parentprofile=1061Nevadaapeal.com - Directing the Nevada Rural Counties RSVP Program for 31 years is the best part of my life. We have fantastic, caring volunteers who give generously of their time and talents to help others, a hard-working board of directors and the best staff any director could hope for. Print ArticleSun, 31 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.tampabay.com/news/briefs/free-tax-preparation-sites/1069468Tampa Bay.com - Low- and middle-income Hernando County residents can have their federal income tax preparations done free through two organizations at various sites throughout the county: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance The VITA program is part of the Retired Senior Volunteer Program that provides free federal tax preparation assistance to people with a total income of $50,000 or less. The progam is offered from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, through April 15, at RSVP, 880 Kennedy Blvd., Brooksville. All returns are electronically filed with the IRS. Print ArticleSun, 31 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nj.com/hunterdon-county-democrat/index.ssf/2010/01/martin_luther_king_service_day.htmlNJ.com - On Jan. 18, thousands of people across the country spent the day doing community service as way to honor Dr. King's legacy. In our county, nearly 150 volunteers participated in the Community Diversity Council's seventh annual MLK Day of Service. Our volunteers decorated 50 lunch bags for Meals on Wheels recipients; drew 150 pictures for home healthcare patients; filled two large boxes with plastic silverware sets rolled into a napkin, tied with yarn and placed into a Ziploc bag with a cheerful note for the Samaritan Homeless Interim Program (SHIP); and decorated 100 paper placemats for SHIP and the Hunterdon Developmental Center.EditorialSat, 30 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.ohio.com/news/83172447.htmlohio.com - The event drew 26 volunteers like Horak, a vice president with Chase bank, who said he has volunteered for three years as a way of giving back to the community. They were joined by nine members of the federal jobs program AmeriCorps, who are assigned to Akron Summit Community Action for six weeks to help with tax preparation. All the preparers underwent training and a certification exam. Each completed return was double-checked by a reviewer. Print ArticleSat, 30 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.cdispatch.com/news/article.asp?aid=4626cdispatch.com - Braving cold temperatures and a few snow flurries, volunteers from area organizations and Mississippi State University worked to clear land and create an organic farm Saturday for the Southern Foundation for Homeless Children. Print ArticleSat, 30 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://gazettextra.com/news/2010/jan/30/new-housing-concept-uses-active-seniors-care-frail/GazetteXtra.com - The senior workers are from the Wisconsin Senior Employment program, which is coordinated through the Rock County Job Center, and from Senior Companions, which is a program of Senior Services of Rock County. Print ArticleSat, 30 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/travel/2010909469_trvolunteervacations31.htmlThe Seattle Times - The number of U.S. voluntourists who served more than 120 miles from home but within the United States exceeded 3.4 million last year. More than 1 million volunteered overseas, according to a report called "Volunteering in America," released by the Corporation for National and Community Service. Print ArticleSat, 30 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.tdn.com/news/opinion/article_a6bc6342-0d27-11df-b842-001cc4c03286.htmltdn.com - More than 63 million Americans volunteered to help others at least once between September 2008 and September 2009. That's up 1.6 million from September 2007 to September 2008, according to Associated Press writer Ann Sanner. "In this time of economic distress, the need for service and volunteering is more critical today than ever before," Stephen Goldsmith, board chairman of the Corporation for National and Community Service told Sanner, "and Americans are responding." Print ArticleSat, 30 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.mlive.com/news/muskegon/index.ssf/2010/01/teen_and_his_mentor_visit_wash.htmlmlive.com - North Ottawa Weekly/Johnny QuirinRyan Brott, 14, left, and his mentor Andrew Knight, both of Holland, recently traveled to Washington, D.C., as part of National Mentor Month White House celebration. Brott and Knight participate in Ottawa County's Journey 4-H program. One year ago, Ryan Brott, 14, could never in his wildest dreams have imagined he would be shaking the hand of the President of the United States. But on Jan. 20, that's exactly what he got to do, during a National Mentor Month White House celebration. Print ArticleSat, 30 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.newsherald.com/news/volunteers-81005-city-getting.htmlNews Herald - 'There was a state grant last year that went to 24 communities. We were 25th,' said Ed Brown, an AmeriCorps volunteer who helped coordinate the census. 'We need to step up and get ourselves in line, where we should be.'Print ArticleSat, 30 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nevadaappeal.com/article/20100129/NEWS/100129508/1001&parentprofile=1058Nevadaappeal.com - RSVP Carson City volunteers will distribute free USDA commodity foods from 9 to 11 a.m. today at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William St.Print ArticleSat, 30 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.delmarvanow.com/article/20100130/ESN01/1300319Delmarvanow.com - The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program is starting a new volunteer work plan that will reach out to our elderly and homebound Eastern Shore Community.Print ArticleSat, 30 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nonprofitquarterly.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1783:text-and-subtext-the-state-of-the-union&catid=163:age-of-obama&Itemid=147The Non Profit Quarterly - Presidential State of the Union addresses, even when delivered by a speaker as skilled as Barack Obama, tend to be compilations of big statements with relatively few specifics. The reader or listener mines these speeches for hints of the President's overall direction and emphasis. The specifics of a President's policy initiatives are in his (or her) proposed federal budget, not in a speech, even one as highly touted as the State of the Union.Print ArticleSat, 30 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://michiganpca.wordpress.com/2010/01/29/mpca%E2%80%99s-arra-americorps-program-exceeds-expectations/Michigan Primary Care Association - Michigan Primary Care Association's American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) AmeriCorps program has already far exceeded expectations and proven to be a resounding success since its launch in August 2009. BlogFri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.servicenation.org/blog/entry/2010-mlk-day-of-service-highlights-make-it-a-day-on-not-a-day-off/Servicenation.com - On January 18th, citizens across America spent the day celebrating and honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by serving their communities. The Corporation for National and Community Service has been tallying the results and collecting stories (share yours here), and it was a great day for service and citizenship. According to CNCS, hundreds of thousands of Americans--from all walks of life and in al 50 states-- volunteered for more than 10,000 service projects. The "City of Brotherly Love," Philadelphia, set a record with 70,000 volunteers spending time on some 1100 service projects! BlogFri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wellsvilledaily.com/news/x690802206/Health-kits-for-HaitiWellsville Daily Reporter - Until Feb. 5, two local AmeriCorps volunteers are collecting specific items for the victims of the Jan. 12 earthquake in Haiti which left thousands in need of basic supplies. Print ArticleFri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thenorthwestern.com/article/20100129/OSH1003/1290651thenorthwestern.com - January 2010 marks the ninth-annual National Mentoring Month, which aims to promote the rapid growth of mentoring by recruiting organizations like UW Oshkosh's TIP.Print ArticleFri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://communitynewspapergroup.com/articles/2010/01/29/waverly_newspapers/news/doc4b61aca1d42e6450977502.txtWaverly Democrat - With January being National Mentoring month, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bremer County wants to say a thank you to all of the mentors.Print ArticleFri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.uniondemocrat.com/2010012999028/News/Local-News/Mentors-needed-to-aid-area-youthUnion Democrat - National Mentoring Month, January, is nearly over, but it's never too late to get involved, local mentoring program coordinators say. Print ArticleFri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://blog.nj.com/njv_guest_blog/2010/01/be_the_change_mentor_a_child.htmlNJ.com - The children of New Jersey need our help. Nearly one year ago President Obama's Public Service Announcement 'Be the change. Mentor a child' called upon Americans to become role models for young people.Print ArticleFri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nashobapublishing.com/shirley_news/ci_14293585Nashoba Publishing - United Way-Youth Venture of North Central Massachusetts has the biggest concentration of Youth Venture teams in the country, and Shirley has more teams than any other school district in the area, according to Rebecca Korduner, the United Way-Youth Venture Partner Specialist with the AmeriCorps VISTA program.Print ArticleFri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://ashleycmccarthy.wordpress.com/2010/01/29/mlk-day-i-cant-think-of-anything-clever/How Have You Served America Today? - Now you may be asking yourself 'What exactly is MLK Day'? I'll tell you. Way back in 1994 the government designated MLK Day as a national day of service and urged people to 'make it a day on, not a day off'. BlogFri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://news.medill.northwestern.edu/chicago/news.aspx?id=154909&print=1Medill Reports - 'In this time of economic distress, the need for service and volunteering is more critical today than ever before, and Americans are responding,' Stephen Goldsmith, Board Chair of the Corporation for National and Community Service, the federal agency which sponsored the survey, said in a written statement Tuesday.Print ArticleThu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.stl.unitedway.org/templates/uw_whoweare.aspx?id=9350Saint Louis Beacon - What an incredible day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day was with nearly 1,200 people of all backgrounds and ages volunteering through United Way of Greater St. Louis at 20 neighborhood projects. Volunteering on this day was especially important as it honored Dr. King by answering his call to serve others.BlogThu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp? http://www.wtol.com/Global/story.asp?S=11897660WTOL 11 - Jessica Sutton, a certified high school teacher and recent grad, volunteered after college. She says she wasn't ready for a typical 9-to-5 job and the transition time allows time for volunteer work with AmeriCorps. Print ArticleThu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://muskogeephoenixonline.com/blogs/MelonyCarey/2010/01/kudos-to-teens.htmlThe Care and Feeding of Teenagers - A correlation between volunteering, civic pride, and college success among disadvantaged youth has been shown in the research project done by the Corporation for National and Community Service. BlogThu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://financing-community-change.blogspot.com/2010/01/opportunity-spotlight-social-innovation.htmlFinancing Community Change - The investment of federal dollars through the Social Innovation Fund (SIF) is an enormous opportunity to have an impact on low-income communities throughout the United States. BlogThu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.dailytidings.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100128/LIFE/1280314/-1/NEWSMAPDaily Tidings - Southern Oregon University students broke out their paintbrushes Saturday for the annual Martin Luther King Day of Service, creating a mural that will be hung in the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Medford. Print ArticleThu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.adn.com/homeless/story/1113814.htmlAnchorage Daily News - In a scene replayed repeatedly all morning, Kanohokula, Homeward Bound resident Richard Miller and AmeriCorps Vista volunteer Annie Prevost looked for people hidden in woods, the ones who don't stay in shelters, the ones who don't like rules. Kanohokula is outreach coordinator for Homeward Bound, which helps longtime homeless alcoholics. Print ArticleThu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://fairfieldmirror.com/2010/01/27/helping-hands-for-haiti/The Mirror - Nicole Kansagra, an Americorps volunteer in the Center for Faith and Public Life, is working with JUHAN on campus by trying to spread information about fund-raising opportunities to the Fairfield community. The audience at today's event was encouraged to speak out about possible fund-raising efforts that may come to fruition through additional programming later in the semester.Print ArticleThu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.tcpalm.com/news/2010/jan/28/irsc-receives-grant-train-community-disaster-respo/TCPalm - Indian River State College will expand its Community Emergency Response Team training (CERT) with the support of an AmeriCorps grant of more than $47,000 from the Corporation for National & Community Service.Print ArticleThu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.jacksoncountychronicle.com/articles/2010/01/27/features/00americ.txtJackson County Chronicle - AmeriCorps members Brittany Johnson and Lisa Christie have been serving Jackson County youth for several months now by promoting a spirit of service within the community.Print ArticleThu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://rushmorevistas.blogspot.com/2010/01/mlk-day-2010-reflections.html  - On January 18th 2010, RSVP Volunteers participated in a donation drive for the local Watertown Salvation Army of Watertown, SD. BlogThu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wlkm.com/?p=10675WLKM - Governor Jennifer Granholm has announced that there are a record number of children being mentored in Michigan according to the recent Mentor Michigan Census. The announcement comes during the 2010 Michigan Mentoring Month, an annual effort to highlight the importance and impact of mentoring in communities across the state. It is held in conjunction with National Mentoring Month.Print ArticleThu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.battlecreekenquirer.com/article/20100128/NEIGHBORHOODS13/1280333/NCCC+members+shape+the+futureBattle Creek Enquirer - A diverse group of 11 NCCC members have come to Augusta, Michigan on their second major service project. They are serving at Sherman Lake as camp counselors and cabin leaders. Print ArticleThu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://philanthropy.com/news/government/index.php?id=10797Philanthropy.com - While President Obama was on Washington's Capitol Hill reflecting on his first year in office during his State of the Union speech Wednesday night, another top White House official was in Los Angeles offering her views on the challenges for government, foundations, and other nonprofit organizations.Print ArticleThu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.toacorn.com/news/2010-01-28/Community/Trained_volunteers_to_offer_tax_preparation_for_se.htmlThe Acorn Online - Trained and certified volunteers from the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program will provide free income tax preparation from Feb. 3 through April 9 for seniors ages 60 and older or for anyone with an income of $50,000 or less regardless of age.Print ArticleThu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/article.asp?article=337127&paper=72&cat=104Springfield Connection - Springfield's Dusty Miller and eight fellow team members from the AmeriCorps' National Civilian Community Crops are seeking to erase all traces of that terrible storm and bring life back to the city that was once a vibrant cultural hub.Print ArticleWed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.ddtonline.com/articles/2010/01/28/news/columns/columns1.txtDelta Democrat Times - In a way, the organization sounds like a TV show: 'AmeriCorps, NCCC.'EditorialWed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://philanthropy.com/article/US-Volunteerism-Rose/63750/Chronicle of Philanthropy - The percentage of American adults who volunteer rose slightly in 2009, as did the overall number of people who gave their time, according to new figures released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.Print ArticleWed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.lohud.com/article/20100127/NEWS03/1270400/-1/newsfront/Rockland-matches-unemployed-workers-with-agencies-needing-helpLoHud.com - Rockland County AmeriCorps will place up to 20 of its members in positions with non-profit organizations and municipalities that find themselves short workers following layoffs, hiring freezes and early retirement incentives, Kathy Galione, project coordinator for AmeriCorps, said.Print ArticleWed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.iowapolitics.com/index.iml?Article=183353iowapolitics.com - Iowa Congressman Tom Latham cosponsored legislation approved by the U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday recognizing the contributions of Americans who mentor children. Print ArticleWed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.brandywine.psu.edu/Information/News/30914.htmPenn State Brandywine - As part of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service on January 18, more than 45 volunteers from all over greater Philadelphia, ages four and up, brought their dreams to life on the pages of their very own hand-made books at a literacy event sponsored by Penn State Brandywine.Print ArticleWed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://marlton.elauwitmedia.com/2010/01/27/beeler-students-spend-mlk-day-helping-others/Marlton Telegram - This year, fifth-grade students at Helen L. Beeler Elementary School learned that Martin Luther King Jr. Day is more than just another day off from school - it's an opportunity to help those less fortunate. Print ArticleWed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.volanteonline.com/verve/mlk-day-fosters-service-learning-1.2151085Volanteonline.com - Eight-year-old Johnathan Zurcher and his five-year-old brother were doing more than just selling a cup of lemonade at Jones' Food Market on Martin Luther King Jr. Day: They were making a difference, and they knew it.Print ArticleWed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.eschoolnews.com/2010/01/27/new-program-combines-technology-community-service/Eschoolnews.com - Students at six schools from across the country are taking part in a pilot program that uses 'service learning' as a way to revitalize their schools and communities while gaining valuable 21st-century skills. Print ArticleWed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://newstranscript.gmnews.com/news/2010-01-27/Schools/Reading_program_aims_to_inspire_firstgraders.htmlNews Transcript - First-graders at the Park Avenue Elementary School in Freehold Borough look anxiously at their daily calendar and when they see it is Thursday the smiles and anticipation are clearly visible, according to their teacher Janaina Lasota. Thursday is the day when members of the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) visit the school. The program is sponsored by Family and Children's Service, Long Branch. Print ArticleWed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://washingtonscene.thehill.com/party-events-pictures/archive/1711-rep-doris-matsui-d-calif-participates-in-the-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-national-day-of-service-Huffington Post - Matsui spoke at the kickoff event on the morning of Martin Luther King, Jr. day at Bruce Monroe Elementary School. Later, she took part in a virtual town hall to connect volunteer events around select cities across the U.S.Print ArticleWed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.usatoday.com/news/2010-01-26-volunteers_N.htmUSA Today - From September 2008 to September 2009, 63.4 million Americans, 26.8% of the population, volunteered with organizations, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.Print ArticleWed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://abcnews.go.com/print?id=9668981ABC News, AP - A million and a half more Americans volunteered to help with such activities as raising money, collecting food and tutoring children during the span of a year ending in September 2009, a period marked by job losses and a lousy economy.Print ArticleWed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.mountainx.com/news/2010/mlk_day_of_service_turns_into_largest_ever_at_mars_hill_collegeMountain Express - A total of 62 students, faculty and staff turned out for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service at Mars Hill College Saturday, making it one of the largest voluntary service events at the college in recent memory.BlogTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474978016568&grpId=3659174697244816&nav=GroupspaceNewsgather.com - Based on the 2002-2004 Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) report, Baby Boomers have the highest volunteering rate of 33 percent among Americans. Print ArticleTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.usatoday.com/news/sharing/2010-01-26-volunteers_N.htmUSA Today - More Americans, especially women, are giving their time and energy to good causes, a new government report says. From September 2008 to September 2009, 63.4 million Americans, 26.8% of the population, volunteered with organizations, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Print ArticleTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://dailynewarker.com/press/2010/01/26/city-of-newark-and-newark-mentoring-coalition-celebrate-national-mentoring-month-at-municipal-council-chamber-ceremony/Daily Newarker - Mayor Cory A. Booker, U.S. Representative Donald Payne, Newark Municipal Council Members, Newark Mentoring Coalition Representatives, and other dignitaries joined with Newark employers, non-profits, and students to celebrate National Mentoring Month at a Municipal Council Chamber ceremony yesterday, which honored 10 Newark organizations and individuals who have contributed to mentoring youth, by presenting them with Mentoring Champion Awards.Print ArticleTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory?id=9668981ABC News - The number of hours that people spent volunteering with their churches, hospitals and other organizations varied depending on their age. Volunteers aged 65 and older typically worked about 90 hours during the year, while those 25 to 34 years old typically volunteered 36 hours annually.Print ArticleTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://philanthropy.com/news/updates/index.php?id=10770Philanthropy.com - President Obama has proposed freezing some parts of the federal budget for three years starting in 2011 — a move that some charity leaders worry could affect spending in areas like social services and the arts.Print ArticleTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.montgomerynews.com/articles/2010/01/26/roxborough_review/news/doc4b5f36abd034e370131840.txtMontgomery News.com - This year's MLK Day of Service on Monday, January 18, 2010, marked the 14th year that Springside School students celebrated the life of Dr. King through a 'day on' of community service activities. Springside students in all grade levels pre-k through 12 participated in 24 different service projects to benefit over 20 organizations in the Philadelphia region. Print ArticleTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://my.lakers.com/blogs/2010/01/26/lakers-reach-out-to-dc-community/Lakers.com - Before each American championship-winning sports team visits President Obama at the White House, they are enlisted to do a service event as part of the President's 'United We Serve' campaign that encourages everyone to give back to the community on a year-round basis. BlogTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/n/a/2010/01/26/national/w140127S05.DTL&type=politicsSan Francisco Chronicle - About 63.4 million people ages 16 and older volunteered at least once between September 2008 and September 2009, according to a report released Tuesday by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Print ArticleTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.statejournal.com/story.cfm?func=viewstory&storyid=74100statejournal.com - The Greater Wheeling Coalition for the Homeless held a training session for volunteers who want to help count the homeless. The Point In Time Count gathers more information than just the number of homeless people. Print ArticleTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.battlecreekenquirer.com/article/20100126/NEIGHBORHOODS08/1260332/Albion+Volunteer+Service+welcomes+new+AmeriCorps+memberBattle Creek Enquirer - The Albion Volunteer Service is thrilled to welcome their new AmeriCorps Member: Anna L. EldenBrady, which will be working with them at the office on 131. E Cass St.Print ArticleTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.goerie.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100127/OPINION01/301279993/-1/OPINIONgoerie.com - Greater Erie Habitat for Humanity unveiled its new construction project at an opportune time, in January, which President Barack Obama has proclaimed as National Mentoring Month. What better way to mentor those in need than to show that in Erie, we can enlist volunteers from diverse organizations for a common purpose? "The House that Faith Built was such a success, not only in building a house and improving a community and helping a family, (but also) it developed friendships and relationships among different churches in our community," Milkowski said. Print ArticleTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thedailyworld.com/articles/2010/01/26/local_news/doc4b5f38faa57f6577359364.txtThe Daily World - January is also National Mentoring Month and to celebrate, the mentoring roundtable is hosting a free movie night Friday at 6:30 p.m. at Grays Harbor College in Room 2250. The movie, which is for all ages, is 'Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story.' It's about the value of mentoring. Print ArticleTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wenatcheeworld.com/news/2010/jan/26/valley-duathlon-may-keep-going-rsvp-pulled-plug/Wenatchee World - The Wenatchee Valley Duathlon bit the dust last week — at least momentarily. The Retired Senior Volunteer Program, the duathlon organizer, withdrew its support on Friday, said Eric Granstom, marketing director at the Wenatchee Valley Sports Council. Print ArticleTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.2theadvocate.com/opinion/82658852.htmlABC WBRZ - According to the Corporation for National and Community Service, a federal agency that oversees AmeriCorps and other service programs, volunteerism rates for people 16 through 24 years of age nearly doubled from 1989 through 2005, from 12.3 percent to 23 percent.EditorialTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.buffalonews.com/home/story/935201.htmlThe Buffalo News - The plan builds on many of the neighborhood's success stories, including the urban youth farm on Massachusetts Avenue and the 60 out-of-school young people enrolled in an AmeriCorps training and employment program.Print ArticleTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.seacoastonline.com/articles/20100126-NEWS-1260327Sea Coast Online - Diane Marchese of Farmington said as a student at Farmington Senior High School, she was considering AmeriCorps when she was contacted by City Year. With plans to spend 10 months with City Year, options Marchese will be considering will be whether to extend that time to a two-year commitment, or begin studies at Keene State College.Print ArticleTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=73910&provider=gnewsWGRZ NBC - I think what happened (even) when the cameras went away was that the interest continued," said Mark Lazarra, Founder and CEO of Western New York AmeriCorpsPrint ArticleTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.mountainx.com/blogwire/2010/wnc_nature_center_gets_weatherized_by_americorpsMountain Xpres - The Western North Carolina Nature Center will see a reduction in their total energy consumption due to a Jan. 23 project undertaken by the local AmeriCorps members: The volunteers have participated in an all day weatherization service project at the WNC Nature Center, 75 Gashes Creek Road in East Asheville.BlogTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wausaudailyherald.com/article/20100126/WDH04/1260320/1619Wausau Daily Herald - Winter is moving forward, and I've noticed a subtle increase in the amount of daylight at the beginning and end of each day. Growth is in the air. January is nearly past, and the AmeriCorps Team-Greater Wausau Area program continues moving forward as well.EditorialTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.gainesville.com/article/20100126/ARTICLES/1261017/1002?p=2&tc=pgGainesville.com - Gainesville resident Shirley Swan, 84, can still remember a little boy from the first kindergarten class she was a foster grandparent for 12 years ago. Print ArticleTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.modbee.com/2021/story/1023181-p2.htmlModesto Bee - Show possible mentors what they stand to gain. Often in mentor relationships, both parties benefit and it may be necessary to point it out. Young says mentoring Bared has been invaluable to her: "It gave me insight into how the next generation thinks." Lee says he, too, learns from mentoring students and young workers: "They are helping me continue to dream." Read more: http://www.modbee.com/2021/story/1023181-p2.html#ixzz0djQBoTET Print ArticleTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nj.com/news/index.ssf/2010/01/newark_encourages_mentoring_to.htmlNJ.com - Last year, Denise Aguirre needed a quick way to satisfy the community service requirement at Central High School. In doing so, she found her passion. Print ArticleTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://money.cnn.com/news/newsfeeds/articles/prnewswire/SF42775.htmMoney.cnn.com - In the news release, Microsoft and the Corporation for National and Community Service Launch New Initiative to Promote Student Leadership in the Classroom, issued 25-Jan-2010 by Microsoft Corp. over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that an additional paragraph should be inserted into the content of the release following the fifth paragraph. The complete, corrected release follows:Print ArticleMon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://blogs.abcnews.com/politicalpunch/2010/01/bulls-fan-obama-honors-the-la-lakers-championship-win-.htmlABC News - Earlier today the Lakers joined with the administration's United We Serve initiative and held a fitness clinic for kids from a local Washington, DC elementary school - teaching them some moves on the court, but also how to lead healthy and active lives.Print ArticleMon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://blogs.suntimes.com/sweet/2010/01/obama_salues_la_lakers_and_phi.htmlChicago Sun Times - And earlier today, the team joined with our United We Serve initiative to hold a fitness clinic for kids from Stanton Elementary School right here in Washington, D.C. -- teaching them about a few moves, but also how to live healthy and active lives.Print ArticleMon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.fayettetribune.com/local/local_story_025092554.htmlThe Fayette Tribune - Volunteers worked on three different projects, along with the addition of a special project to raise donations to help in the recovery effort in Haiti. The projects ranged from construction crews working on the rehabilitation of a house in North Page to constructing planting boxes for a gardening project at the Beards Fork Community Center.Print ArticleMon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.chattanoogan.com/articles/article_167496.aspThe Chattanoogan - In May 2009, Kaycee Ensign and Annie Paden, GPS sophomores, won UNICEF's Gold President's Volunteer Service Award, a national honor recognizing individuals throughout the U.S. who are engaged in volunteer service. They received their award at a UNICEF regional luncheon in Atlanta where they met Barron Segar, a member of the Atlanta chapter of the U.S. Fund for UNICEF.Print ArticleMon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.mysuburbanlife.com/westernsprings/newsnow/x1920338532/Area-residents-receive-Presidents-Volunteer-Service-AwardLa Grange Suburban Life - Four area residents were recognized for their efforts by the Illinois Committee for the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) on January 14-16.Print ArticleMon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.gvnews.com/articles/2010/01/25/columns/18a%20volunteercorner0124.txtGreen Valley News - Two organizations in the Green Valley area that I have wondered about are Paws Patrol and Foster Grandparents.Print ArticleMon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.huffingtonpost.com/silda-wall-spitzer/haiti-earthquake-and-mlk_b_425525.htmlhuffingtonpost.com - How can we begin to explain to our children what we ourselves cannot comprehend? As the earthquake ravaged Haiti last week, it seemed unimaginable that such devastation could strike a country that was already the poorest in the Western Hemisphere. We ask ourselves: how could this happen? And then we ask ourselves the more important questions, "how can I help?" Print ArticleMon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://media.www.unews.com/media/storage/paper274/news/2010/01/25/News/Students.Give.Back.For.Mlk.Day-3857223.shtmlUniversity News - While most people spend holiday weekends playing catch up or just relaxing, more than 50 members of Jumpstart Kansas City, an organization comprised of UMKC and Rockhurst University students, spent their Martin Luther King (MLK) weekend volunteering.Print ArticleMon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://thehullabaloo.com/2010/01/25/students-step-up-for-mlk-day-of-service/The Tulane Hullabaloo - Whether rebuilding churches or spending time with the elderly in local nursing homes, hundreds of Tulane students worked from early Monday morning until late in the afternoon for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service.Print ArticleMon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://unitedwaycapitalarea.blogspot.com/2010/01/united-ways-2010-martin-luther-king-day.htmlUnited Way Capital Area Blog - The theme 'everybody can be great because anybody can serve' was definitely felt throughout the entire day. Print ArticleMon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://thelangarhall.com/usa/combating-hunger-one-meal-at-a-time/The Langar Hall - Last week, in celebration of Dr. King's legacy, the DC Metro satellite of Kid's Against Hunger drew volunteers all across the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area for a hugely successful meal packaging event.Print ArticleMon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.vx50.com/latest-news/americans-mark-mlk-day-by-serving-their-communities/VX50.com - Though often overlooked in the Metroplex, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is being celebrated around the country today in honor of the civil rights leader's enduring legacy of love and peace. Print ArticleMon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://thefacts.com/story.lasso?ewcd=6c7e5dc9cf6b1ddcthefacts.com - A team of 15 AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps members arrived Jan. 11 in Freeport to begin a two-month project supporting the Boys and Girls Club of Brazoria County. This team will be the third to work with the club since the summer of 2009. Print ArticleMon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thevillagesdailysun.com/articles/2010/01/25/lifestyles/lifestyles01.txtVillage Daily Sun - Retirement means finally having time for all the want-to-do's instead of the have-to-do's in life. For many, it also means having time to give back in ways they weren't able to before retiring. Print ArticleSun, 24 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thestarpress.com/article/20100124/NEWS01/1240329Star Press - For local non-profits it's a thankful RSVP. That would be the Retired Senior Volunteer Program, which is returning to Muncie after losing its funding in 2008.Print ArticleSun, 24 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.rutlandherald.com/article/20100124/FEATURES15/1240332/1030/FEATURES15&template=dialupHerald - Proposed cuts include elimination of programs in senior housing as well as elimination of state grants to foster grandparents, senior companion, and Neighbor to Neighbor AmeriCorps programs. Print ArticleSun, 24 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.burlingtonfreepress.com/article/20100124/NEWS02/1240311/Termination-of-grants-spreads-impact-of-Vermont-budget-crisisFree Press - Grants slated for deletion include one for the "foster grandparents" who provide helping hands in classrooms, another for senior companions who spend time with frail elderly and funding to help disabled Vermonters make modifications such as building ramps or handicapped adapted bathrooms in their homes.Print ArticleSun, 24 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://citywalktalk.blogspot.com/2010/01/americorps-visits-citywalkakard.htmlCityWalkTalk - On Monday, January 18, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we were blessed with a group of about 50 AmeriCorps members who were providing a day of service. BlogSun, 24 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.buffalonews.com/home/story/934109.html?imw=YBuffalo Evening News - The impact was felt even before Sunday's show was televised, said Jessica Collier, a coordinator for WNY AmeriCorps. She believes the massive volunteer effort will be a catalyst for future projects.Print ArticleSun, 24 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.allgov.com/ViewNews/Create_a_Non_Military_Draft__William_L_Hauser_and_Jerome_Slater_100123All GOV.com - Military veterans William Hauser and Jerome Slater want to bring back the draft—the likes of which America has never experienced. Hauser, a retired Army colonel and Vietnam veteran, and Slater, professor emeritus of political science at SUNY Buffalo and former naval officer, argue the war against terrorism is going to be a long one, and the military today just isn't large enough to meet the security needs of the country.Print ArticleSat, 23 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://placlair.wordpress.com/2010/01/23/there-is-never-a-shortage-of-work-a-summary-of-americorpsncccs-disaster-commitment/The Geezum Crow Blog - In addition to the predictable humdrum of our scheduled service work, AmeriCorps*NCCC teams are on-call for domestic disaster relief. BlogSat, 23 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://suburbanjournals.stltoday.com/articles/2010/01/24/stcharles/news/0124stc-service0.txtThe Suburban Journals - The Senior Connections program recruits and trains volunteers to form one-on-one relationships with seniors in nursing homes. Senior Connections collaborated with the Community Council of St. Charles County to arrange the visits Jan. 18.Print ArticleSat, 23 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.htrnews.com/print/article/20100123/MAN0101/1230455/Courage-to-change-Challenge-Academy-graduate-tries-to-keep-life-going-in-positive-directionHerald Times Reporter - De Witt said several recent graduates have accepted slots in the AmeriCorps performing service projects across the United States.Print ArticleSat, 23 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wickedlocal.com/falmouth/news/x867958095/Good-listeners-VIPS-celebrates-National-Mentoring-MonthWicked Local - For the past nine years, January has been recognized as National Mentoring Month, a designation which President Obama just put into legislation on Jan. 6 of this year. In celebration of the month, VIPS hosted a field trip to Highfield Hall on Tuesday, Jan. 12 for students from Lawrence School and Falmouth High School and their mentors. For most of the students, it was their first visit to the Queen Anne-style mansion. They received a tour from docent Jan Hull, followed by a catered, sit-down lunch by Roland Lamirande of Chef Roland's Catering.Print ArticleSat, 23 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.mlive.com/living/muskegon/index.ssf/2010/01/foster_grandparents_a_win-win.htmlMUSKEGON LIVING - In its 38th year in Muskegon, Foster Grandparents is a federally funded program where low-income senior volunteers are given a stipend for service to the community. Locally serving communities along the lakeshore, the service is under the umbrella of Catholic Charities West Michigan.Print ArticleSat, 23 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.lewisvilleleader.com/articles/2010/01/22/lewisville_leader/news/38.txtLewisville Leader - As part of its Helping Hands program, the Denton Community Theatre will present 'Cyrano de Bergerac' at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 11. The performance will be held at the theater at 214 West Hickory St. in Denton. Tickets are $30 each. In addition, RSVP will host a silent auction and reception at 6 p.m. at The Denton Area Teachers Credit Union located across the street from the theater. The auction will include items such as gift baskets and gift certificates. Print ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/operation-reach-launches-youth-change-network-82399442.htmlPR Newswire - NEW ORLEANS, Jan. 22 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- National nonprofit organization Operation REACH, Inc. (ORI) is launching the Youth Change Network (YCN), an innovative initiative designed to build a progressive network of youth-serving organizations that are promoting community-focused youth leadership across the South. Sponsored by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, the Foundation for the Mid South, and the Corporation for National and Community Service, the YCN is intended to create institutional change within the southern region by building the capacity of small to mid-size youth-serving organizations that are cultivating in youth the ideals of activism and service.Press ReleaseFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://cjonline.com/news/local/2010-01-22/campaign_participants_thankedTopeka Capital Journal - Give. Advocate. Volunteer. Those three words were reiterated throughout the past four months during the United Way's 2009 Live United campaign. Print ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.emporiagazette.com/news/2010/jan/22/become_mentor_today/The Emporia Gazette - January marks the ninth annual celebration of National Mentoring Month, a campaign that raises awareness about the need for mentors and recognizes those already helping young people achieve brighter futures.Print ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.montgomerynews.com/articles/2010/01/22/perkasie_news_herald/news/doc4b56a93b1e512716156908.txtMontgomery News Media - On Monday, a group of Day of Service volunteers worked on sanding, painting and cleaning up the house in Souderton.Print ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.ktuu.com/Global/story.asp?S=118687372 NBC KTUU - It's a positive ripple effect that can only encourage positive support systems and health and wellness all the way around, mental and physical," said Southeast Alaska graduate Annya RitchiePrint ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.fox8live.com/news/local/story/Haiti-gets-help-from-New-Orleans/4gNvdDLwPEClLzX5Ux9ErA.cspxWVUE Fox 8 - Sally Webster is an Americorps Volunteer who came to New Orleans to rebuild homes, but spent the day sorting supplies she hopes will help the people of Haiti rebuild their lives. Webster adds, "It has been really inspiring that people in New Orleans are reaching out, even though they are in the process of recovering from their own natural disaster."Broadcast / TranscriptFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wkbw.com/news/local/82447557.htmlWKBW ABC 7 - A current project is renovating a building at Massachusetts and 19th, so that people can eventually live or work in the structure. And in the process of fixing up the building, it's providing work and experience. "Partnered with Western New York AmeriCorps and... many of whom live on the west side are able to come here and get real on the job work experience with professional contractors," PUSH Community Organizer Whitney Yax said about this particular house project. "Then they spend half their time doing educational stuff, doing GED's and pre-college classes."Broadcast / TranscriptFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.gladwinmi.com/articles/2010/01/22/opinions/doc4b59e26b07488988370328.txtRecord & Clarion - Research shows more than 35,000 youth are being mentored in our state, but there are hundreds of thousands more that could benefit from having a mentor. I hope you will consider becoming a mentor because through your guidance and support, you could help a child make positive decisions like staying in school, avoiding drugs and alcohol, excelling in their schoolwork, and much more.EditorialFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.statesman.com/news/local/little-brother-got-to-meet-president-before-introducing-191846.htmlAustin American Statesman - For four years, Anthony has been a "little brother" with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas, which provides long-term mentors for children.Print ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.statesman.com/opinion/the-welcome-eye-of-big-brother-191676.htmlAustin Statesman - Was there a better feel-good image this week than Austin's Anthony Saldana, 11, introducing President Barack Obama at a White House East Room event celebrating National Mentoring Month?EditorialFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wsfa.com/Global/story.asp?S=11868539WSFA 12 NBC - The WE MENTOR Program will be hosting the 7th Annual Mentor Match Cook-Off. This event will be held in honor of National Mentoring Month. Matched teams will showcase their culinary skills in this friendly, Iron Chef type competition!Print ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://newsdemocratleader.com/printer_friendly/5632528New Democrat Leader - As a Foster Grandparent, you're a role model, a mentor, and a friend. Foster Grandparents help children learn to read, provide one-on-one tutoring, and guide children at a critical time in their lives. Put simply, you give the kind of comfort and love that sets a child on the path toward a successful future. And remember: When you volunteer, you're not just helping others—you're helping yourself. Volunteering leads to new discoveries and new friends. Plus, studies show that volunteering helps you live longer and promotes a positive outlook on life. EditorialFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.superiortelegram.com/event/article/id/39680/Superior Telegram - 'They wanted volunteers,' Prinz said, and she was one of the first to sign up through the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). In the beginning, most participants were her age. They've gotten younger over the years, but close ties remain.Print ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.news-register.net/page/content.detail/id/533505.html?nav=510The Intelligencer - Renee Stewart, an Americorps VISTA representative working at the homeless coalition, said the East Wheeling area needs some extra security measures, including possible cameras to monitor potential criminal activity.Print ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.gantdaily.com/news/43/ARTICLE/70288/2010-01-22.htmlGant Daily - One of the most influential activities was the MLK Day of Service, when students from Penn State DuBois, as well as five other Penn State campuses, celebrated this Martin Luther King Jr. Day serving others. The regional Penn State Make it a Day On, Not a Day Off Day of Service gives students the chance to give back each Martin Luther King Jr. Day, rather than just take the day off while classrooms are closed. Print ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nj.com/suburbannews/index.ssf/2010/01/girl_scout_cadette_troop_40052.htmlNJ.com - Girl Scout Cadette Troop 40052 of Girls Scouts Hearts of New Jersey Council participated in the first SPF MLK Day of Service on Monday, Jan 18 by running a donation drive of small used household items like small kitchen appliances, dishes, pots & pans, children's books, toys, decorative items etc. for families in need at Forest Road Park from 11:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m.Print ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.statenews.com/index.php/article/2010/01/volunteer_stateThe State News - Poirier was one of 240 MSU students who sent an application to Teach for America this year, marking an increase of about 73 percent from the 139 applications received from MSU last year.Print ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thetandd.com/articles/2010/01/22/news/doc4b58eeb758de9409722460.txtThe Times and Democrat - These students, members of Claflin AmeriCorps, spent the day collecting more than 500 cans of food that they distributed Thursday at First Baptist Church's soup kitchen.Print ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.montgomeryadvertiser.com/article/20100122/LIFESTYLE/1220310/Helping-students-succeedMontgomery Adviser - Broadnax has been men­toring Chris for four months. He is one of several local volunteers who have been matched with middle school students to help them through issues at home or school. Earlier this week Broadnax and Chris joined a group gathered for Mentor-Mentee Play Day at Wood­mere Lanes Bowling Center, where they wrote letters to troops overseas, ate lunch and then spent the rest of the afternoon bowling. Print ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20100122/EDIT02/1220354/1019/EDIT/Mentoring+changes+our+lives+every+daywww.cincinnati.com - I see children who want to do well in school and who want to stay out of trouble. I see parents who want to help their children, and are willing to reach out for that help. And I see a community that demands answers to some of our greatest juvenile concerns.Print ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.magicvalley.com/news/local/community/article_3b05f948-4619-5887-9e39-d70ab38cf761.htmlMagicvalley.com - First Choice Home Care and Hospice needs volunteers in the Twin Falls, Jerome, Gooding, Glenns Ferry and Burley areas to assist with patient care: sit with patients, play games and read to patients, or help in the office. Information: Kerri, 736-0900.Print ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.timesherald.com/articles/2010/01/22/news/doc4b58daece1518626989122.txtTimes Herald - Temple Ambler held its first Martin Luther King Jr. Service Day Jan. 18, with students and faculty members volunteering at two local organizations. Volunteers first helped out at the Mattie N. Dixon Community Cupboard in Ambler at 10 a.m. before spending time with residents of the Silver Stream Center in Spring House. The day concluded with an on-campus presentation recognizing King's impact on American history at 7 p.m. Print ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://media.www.theonlinerocket.com/media/storage/paper601/news/2010/01/22/Focus/Students.Volunteer.Give.Back.During.Mlk.Jr.Day.Of.Service-3856413.shtmlThe Online Rocket.com - Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a holiday which often goes almost unnoticed within most communities. But at SRU, it's a different story. Since 2004, SRU's Office of Multicultural Programs has organized the annual events that take place during the week of MLK day. Print ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.recordgazette.net/articles/2010/01/22/news/doc4b58aad90f3b2503840235.txtRecord Gazette - For a number of members, volunteers and staff of the Boys and Girls Club of the San Gorgonio Pass, King's birthday was a day to perform service, and a time for thinking of others.Print ArticleFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wibw.com/political/headlines/82328767.htmlWIBW.com - The Kansas House and Senate passed resolutions Thursday declaring January National Mentoring Month. The measures encourage more Kansans to get involved with statewide mentoring efforts and recognize people already dedicating their time. Broadcast / TranscriptThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100121/PUB03/1210386South Coast Today - The pair won a national contest and are featured in a public service announcement which is being aired nationally throughout January to promote National Mentoring Month.Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.tradingmarkets.com/news/stock-alert/zzbou_habitat-for-humanity-plans-store-in-belfair-719389.htmlTrading Markets - The project will break ground off State Route 3 just as soon as Habitat receives permits -- estimated to happen by spring. Once under way, construction will only take a couple of months or so, because it will be a simple, steel building, according to Carmen Hubbs, an AmeriCorps volunteer who was hired in September and coordinates the project.Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sierrasun.com/article/20100121/COMMUNITY/100129969/1066&ParentProfile=1051Sierra Sun - The Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation AmeriCorps Team organized a community mural project to honor Martin Luther King, Jr. Different community groups created murals with the common themes of freedom and equality. An art reception at 4 p.m., Friday, Jan. 22, at the Incline Village Library will display the murals. Community members are invited to attend the reception to view the artwork, vote for a favorite mural, snack on refreshments, and learn more about the life and teachings of Dr. King. Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.warwickonline.com/view/full_story_news/5622592/article-ServeRI-reaches-out-to-Edgewood-community?instance=home_news_rightWarwick Beacon - The Martin Luther King Holiday was a special one for the Edgewood Congregational Church and the entire Edgewood community, as over 50 VISTA/AmeriCorps volunteers joined with church members to renovate the empty building adjacent to the church to serve as the Edgewood Family Center. Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.dailycomet.com/article/20100121/HURBLOG/100129813/1223?Title=Library-program-to-highlight-financial-aid-options&tc=arDaily Comet - Presenters will include the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance, AMERICORPS, the Main Library and U.S. military. "This program is about informing the community about money available to help them pay for college," said Carlos Crockett, program organizer and library paraprofessional. "It can be a big help to people who might not be able to easily afford it alone."Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.kold.com/Global/story.asp?S=11862741KOLD CBS News - The Red Cross, Americorps, and Pantano Christian Church are helping to staff shelfters and with feeding people. A mobile emergency response unit is there and the tribe is providing MREs which are military style meals ready to eat.Broadcast / TranscriptThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.the-dispatch.com/article/20100121/ARTICLES/100129976/1005The-Dispatch.com - The need for mentors is emphasized throughout the month of January to help brighten the future of youths.Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.fstribune.com/story/1604649.htmlFort Scott Tribune - The Kansas House and Senate passed resolutions Thursday declaring January as National Mentoring Month to encourage more Kansas residents to get involved with statewide mentoring efforts and to recognize those individuals already dedicating their time. Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sussexcountian.com/lifestyle/x190607320/RSVP-will-host-Explore-Your-Future-motivational-seriesSussex Countiann - The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Sussex County will host 'Explore Your Future," four free sessions on exploring the opportunities available for people over fifty. The sessions will be held at the Seaford District Library from 10 a.m. to 12 noon on Tuesdays Jan. 26, Feb. 2, 9 and 16. Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.larchmontgazette.com/news/mhs-students-volunteer-to-keep-dream-alive-on-mlk-day/Larchmont Gazette.com - More than 150 Mamaroneck High School students spent the Martin Luther King day holiday on Monday, January 18 helping out in the community as part of the national 'Day of Service' project. It was the schools first year participating in the volunteer program, which was in addition to the annual in-school commemoration.BlogThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.okcfriday.com/default.asp?sourceid=&smenu=92&twindow=Default&mad=No&sdetail=4715&wpage=&skeyword=&sidate=&ccat=&ccatm=&restate=&restatus=&reoption=&retype=&repmin=&repmax=&rebed=&rebath=&subname=&pform=&sc=1079&hn=okcfriday&he=.comOklahoma City Friday - Casady High School students skipped a rare chance to sleep in and, instead, swarmed across Fridayland to help others in need on Martin Luther King Day. School buses transported a large group of students to the Hope Crossing neighborhood in northeast Oklahoma City. The students there strapped on hard hats and donned hammers to help frame a new home going up as part of the local Habitat for Humanity chapter.Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.workers.org/2010/us/houston_0128/workers.org - With bright blue skies and warm weather, the parade led off with Grand Marshall Derek King, the nephew of Dr. King, leading more than 150 parades entries. Since the earthquake in Haiti, the focus of the parade was changed to stand in solidarity with the people of Haiti. Donations of non-perishables and money were collected for Haiti.BlogThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://dcgreenmuslims.blogspot.com/2010/01/makin-it-day-on-not-day-off.htmldcgreenmuslims.blogspot.com - A group of DC Green Muslims signed up for City Year's day of service last MLK Jr. day of service. City Year put together projects to give a major make-over to the Ron Brown Middle School in Northeast, DC. The projects ranged from painting inspirational quotes such as Shakespeare's "All the World's a Stage and all the Men and Women, Merely Players," in the huge theater, to outdoor clean-up work to patching holes in the roof, to making and painting benches to decorating the school's mascot (a rocket ship) up and down the halls of the school. BlogThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://media.www.thepacificindex.com/media/storage/paper1207/news/2010/01/21/StudentLife/Mlk-Day.Campus.Celebration-3856063.shtmlthepacificindex.com - This year on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a portion of the Forest Grove community gathered at Rogers Park and marched to the steps of Marsh Hall, singing "We Shall Overcome," "This Little Light of Mine" and "If I Had a Hammer." Their banner read, "We believe in the Dream." Above them, two cloth doves soared. These Giant Peace Dove puppets are part of Roots & Shoots, a service organization created by Jane Goodall. Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://media.www.upbeacon.net/media/storage/paper1193/news/2010/01/21/News/Students.Skip.Class.To.Honor.Mlk-3855938.shtmlUPBeacon.net - Following in King's footsteps, dozens of UP students practiced their own civil disobedience on MLK Day: They skipped class - in violation of university policy - in order to participate in an MLK service event involving about 1200 college students from throughout the Portland area.Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://news.collegemedianetwork.com/news/bsu-commemorates-mlk-day-with-serviceDaily Utah Chronicles - Sha'von Daniels, a U student in health promotion and education and a member of the U's Black Student Union, volunteers at the local YWCA. When Mike Thompson, the U's Black Student Union community service coordinator, was given gloves and a sponge to clean an already tidy Young Women's Christian Association shelter, it wasn't about how clean or messy the shelter was—it was about service in memory of Martin Luther King Jr. BlogThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/broward/fort-lauderdale/fl-hrb-service-0121-20100121,0,4516029.storySun Sentinel - Some volunteers worked alone painting front doors green, kneeling on brown paper to paint the bottom of a wall white or standing on a ladder to reach the building's eaves. Others worked in clusters, playfully touching wet paint rollers to their friends' skin after brushing a coat of paint on the slats of an iron fence.Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://blog.aalead.org/2010/01/mlk-day-in-dc-with-accenture-volunteers.htmlblog.aalead.org - It was a full house at the AALEAD Community Center in DC. With almost 50 students, staff, and Accenture volunteers, there were multiple projects going on at once!BlogThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://metcouncilvolunteer.blogspot.com/2010/01/met-council-rocks-mlk-day.htmlmetcouncilvolunteer.blogspot.com - Nearly 100 individuals volunteered with Met Council on Monday, January 18th in celebration of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service.BlogThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://nonprofit-em.blogspot.com/2010/01/mlk-day_21.htmlnonprofit-em.blogspot.com - 1. On January 15th the FIRSTLINK disaster preparedness department gave a presentation on Martin Luther King and his committment to strengthening communities by preparing yourself and your community in the event of a disaster. Focus was on receiving the H1N1 vaccine. The presentation was to the Franklin County Foster Grandparent Program. After the presentation the program members put together 300+ informational kits including several brochures, hand sanitizer and thermometers. These kits will go to the Foster Grandparent sites (in schools) where the program members will educate the children. (Special thanks to FIRSTLINK's community engagement team for assisting in the project)BlogThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://iowaflood.wordpress.com/2010/01/21/mlk-day-2010/iowaflood.wordpress.com - The VISTA Flood Recovery program was busy celebrating Martin Luther King Day over the long weekend. In honor and remembrance of Martin Luther King Jr. the day commemorating his life is celebrated with a national day of service. BlogThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.hometownlife.com/article/20100121/NEWS24/1210589/1027hometownlife.com - This was the fourth consecutive year that the Livonia university partnered with the University of Michigan-Dearborn, United Way for Southeastern Michigan, Lawrence Tech University and Henry Ford Community College for this day of service. United Way staff recruited the agencies where students served and assisted Volunteer Solutions in creating and maintaining the extensive online volunteer database.Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.reporterherald.com/news_story.asp?id=26602reporterherald.com - Colorado is the first state in the nation to honor volunteers through the national United We Serve program.Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.mymuskegonow.com/news/82246052.htmlwww.mymuskegonow.com - Although the Retired Senior Volunteer Program - more commonly referred to as RSVP - is now part of the Interfaith Senior Programs they continue to hold an annual fish fry because it is an important source of income for the not-for-profit program.Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wickedlocal.com/melrose/news/x867957103/Mentoring-month-is-every-month-in-Melrosewickedlocal.com - Melrose - January is National Mentoring Month and today, Thursday, Jan. 21, is National Thank Your Mentor Day. Locally, thanks to the Melrose Alliance Against Violence (MAAV), Melrose children don't have to travel very far to track down a mentor to thank.Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.hdnews.net/communitystory/youthworks012110Hays Daily News - In a 2009 study by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, researchers found volunteer service, such as tutoring children, can help older adults delay or reverse declining brain function. Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.azstarnet.com/news/local/article_a199e9b8-b4b2-5e17-8bd5-33bcc3196a79.htmlArizona Daily Star - Although most schools had the day off Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, students at Toltecalli High School rolled up their sleeves to help clean up the community.Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://media-newswire.com/release_1110784.htmlMedia-newswire.com - The President and First Lady Michelle Obama will give a tremendous boost today to the national movement to recruit volunteer mentors to help transform the lives of America's youth. Mentors and their mentees from across the country will join the President and Mrs. Obama at a White House event to highlight the value of mentoring and mark the 9th Annual National Mentoring Month. The President's remarks will be streamed live at www.whitehouse.gov/live starting at 4:05 pm EST. Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.moultrieobserver.com/local/local_story_021000640.htmlMoultrie Observer - In December 2009, the U.S. Senate officially declared January 2010 National Mentoring Month with the passing of a resolution introduced by Senator John McCain (R-AZ) and John Kerry (D-MA). Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wickedlocal.com/allston/news/lifestyle/columnists/x532585065/Mayor-Menino-column-King-s-message-is-still-relevant-todayAllston-Brighton TAB - On Monday, I joined hundreds of community members for the 40th annual Martin Luther King Day Breakfast at the Hynes Convention Center. The celebration of his life and work continued at Faneuil Hall during a tribute that featured musical selections by the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestra complemented by readings from several of Dr. King's works that were provided by the Museum of African-American History. The events brought community members of all ages and backgrounds together to reflect on the immense contributions of one of Boston's proudest citizens. EditorialThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/10021/1029810-55.stmPittsburgh Post Gazette - Even before President Barack Obama issued a proclamation urging Americans to mark Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday with charitable service, some Penn State students had planned just that kind of observance. Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://media.www.villanovan.com/media/storage/paper581/news/2010/01/21/News/Mlk-Day.WeekLong.Tribute-3855436.shtmlThe Villanovan - The celebration began with a "Day On, Not Off" on Jan. 18, MLK Day. Over 250 students volunteered at various on- and off-campus sites to serve the less fortunate, in honor of those who have brought to life Dr. King's vision of a noble community. The motto of the day was "prepare to learn, learn to serve." Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wickedlocal.com/allston/news/lifestyle/columnists/x532585065/Mayor-Menino-column-King-s-message-is-still-relevant-todaywickedlocal.com - We paused earlier this week to honor the life and legacy of one of America's greatest civil rights leaders — Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. King's message of justice and equality is still as relevant today as it was during the civil rights movement, and his commitment to service is a powerful reminder that we can all do our part to improve the lives of others. In a city rich with history, I'm proud that Dr. King's personal history is rooted here in Boston. Print ArticleThu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.ugive.org/blog/?p=201ugive.org - UGIVE students did a wonderful service on MLK Day by helping the Cincinnati Zoo take down the thousands of lights they had set up for their annual Festival of Lights. BlogWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.aikenstandard.com/Local/01121-RSVP-donationaikenstandard.com - We're doing this for Martin Luther King Day and chose the Salvation Army to use the blankets in the shelter and give them to needy people," Moyers said.Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.tcpalm.com/news/2010/jan/20/friends-of-slc-library-host-sundaes-in-the-park-ja/tcpalm.com - The St. Lucie County Friends of the Library and the Lifelong Literacy Coalition of St. Lucie County will host the 4th Annual Sundaes in the Park on Jan. 31 from 1 - 3 p.m. at Whispering Pines Park, 800 S.W. Darwin AvePrint ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/remarks-president-and-first-lady-honor-national-mentoring-monthwhitehouse.gov - MRS. OBAMA: Thank you. Please sit. Hello, everyone, and welcome to the White House. I'm thrilled to be here with all of you as we celebrate National Mentoring Month. Mentors have played an incredibly important role in my life and in the President's life. That's why last November, the women, we started a leadership and mentoring program here at the White House for some of the most promising students in Washington, D.C. And that's why today we're so happy to welcome a new group of mentors and mentees here with us today, and I hope you're as excited about this program as we are. Are you? Can I hear a little excitement? (Applause.) Press ReleaseWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.postbulletin.com/newsmanager/templates/localnews_story.asp?z=2&a=434789Post Bulletin.com - On Monday, people from Rochester and area cities gathered in the city-county Government Center to celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr. As part of the festivities, AmeriCorps volunteers helped children of all ages make posters to display during the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day rally and march, sponsored by the Rochester branch of the NAACP. We asked a few folks about participating in the day's events. Watch the video to hear what they had to say.Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.buffalonews.com/258/story/928944.htmlbuffalonews.com - But another snow-shoveling initiative came under criticism today during a meeting of Buffalo's accountability panel. The city has formed a partnership with AmeriCorps and the Father Belle Community Center on Maryland Street to deploy shovelers to homes that are occupied by elderly residents or people who have disabilities. Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wkbw.com/news/local/82204722.htmlwkbw.com - he accomplishments of the more than 6,200 volunteers working alongside the Extreme Makeover crew in that one November week still amaze Western New York Americorps C.E.O. Mark P. Lazzara. "The funny thing... I think we agreed to eight other projects like a week before, the day of... we had 20 other projects, and we did over I think 131 side projects which was amazing and is a miracle," says Lazzara.Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thebatavian.com/blogs/dan-crofts/groups-team-volunteer-fair-martin-luther-king-jr-day/12467The Batvian.com - In honor of the service-based philosophy of the late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Genesee County AmeriCorps and the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) held the "Be a Star - GO Volunteer Fair" on Monday at the Batavia Senior Center.BlogWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thedalleschronicle.com/news/2010/01/news01-20-10-03.shtmlThe Dalles Chronicle - On a chill overcast Monday morning, a group of 24 AmeriCorps volunteers gathered at the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center. Armed with paintbrushes, rakes, wheelbarrows, chain saws and a power washer, their mission was to spruce up the grounds at the center.Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.northwestgeorgia.com/local/local_story_020101035.htmlThe Daily Citizen - There are two sides to service, said Nicole Densmore, an AmeriCorps Vista volunteer at Dalton State College. One is volunteering. The other is accepting help. Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.newsandtribune.com/homepage/local_story_020204656.html?keyword=leadpicturestoryNew and Tribune - Tori Murden McClure earned fame by being the first woman to row a boat across the Atlantic Ocean. But it's what drove her to attempt the feat a second time, after failing on her first attempt, that makes her the perfect speaker at a mentoring event.Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sltrib.com/valleywest/ci_14204405Salt Lake Tribune - I met my mentor, Jennifer Sanchez, at a conference for Latino students. I signed up to have a mentor starting in the summer of 2008. I chose her. Having a mentor is like having an older sister who helps you out with what you want to pursue later on in life, such as going to college and getting scholarships. Jenn has helped me in many things, such as volunteering and activities related to the medical career I plan to pursue. Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www1.voanews.com/english/news/news-analysis/Obama-Quietly-Marks-One-Year-In-Office--82212027.htmlvoanews.com - January 20, 2010 was a much quieter day for Mr. Obama. "Good afternoon, everybody, and welcome. I am glad you all could join us today as we mark National Mentoring Month here at the White House," he said. Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.statesman.com/news/local/central-texas-digest-big-brother-little-brother-meet-188318.htmlStatesman.com - Austin attorney Ben De Leon — the 2009 Big Brother of the Year for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America — and his Little Brother Anthony Saldana participated in a White House ceremony Wednesday to honor National Mentoring Month.Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sltrib.com/valleywest/ci_14208410Salt Lake Tribune - National Mentoring Month President Barack Obama has declared January National Mentoring Month, an observance in its ninth year. His proclamation encourages Americans to become one of the mentors who are building a brighter future for our nation by helping our children grow into productive, engaged, and responsible adults. Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.echo-pilot.com/lifestyle/x745469281/Local-efforts-to-benefit-Haitiecho-pilot.com - As a service project in honor of Martin Luther King Jr., the Civics classes at Greencastle-Antrim High School are collecting items during the home basketball game against Eastern York, for the Franklin County Homeless Shelter and donations for the Red Cross relief efforts in Haiti. Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wickedlocal.com/watertown/news/lifestyle/celebrations/x745469180/Watertown-s-Jennifer-Grant-joins-AmeriCorps-National-Civilian-Community-Corpswickedlocal.com - Watertown resident Jennifer Grant has committed 10 months to national and community service by joining AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps.Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://blogs.suntimes.com/sweet/2010/01/obama_first_lady_michelle_on_m.htmlSun TImes - MRS. OBAMA: Thank you. Please sit. Hello, everyone, and welcome to the White House. I'm thrilled to be here with all of you as we celebrate National Mentoring Month. Mentors have played an incredibly important role in my life and in the President's life. That's why last November, the women, we started a leadership and mentoring program here at the White House for some of the most promising students in Washington, D.C. And that's why today we're so happy to welcome a new group of mentors and mentees here with us today, and I hope you're as excited about this program as we are. Are you? Can I hear a little excitement? (Applause.) Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.dunnconnect.com/articles/2010/01/20/variety/doc4b57489e09080931749397.txtdunnconnect.com - Can a middle school student change the world? That question and others will be addressed on Monday, Feb. 1, during the Martin Luther King Jr. commemoration in Menomonie. Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.news.vcu.edu/news/VCU_AmeriCorps_volunteers_participated_in_A_Day_On_to_celebrateVCU News Center - Members of Virginia Commonwealth University's AmeriCorps program participated in a four-day community service effort as part of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.shorelineareanews.com/2010/01/sccs-mlk-day-food-drive-tops-25000-lb.htmlBlogspot/ Shoreline Area News - Question: Can a group of Shoreline Community College students who find inspiration in the words and example of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., collect 25,000 pounds of donated food in just one day? Answer: No, they can collect 26,233 pounds in one day, add to the total the next day and then donate it all to local food banks. BlogWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.hfhmgc.org/news_events/detail.php?id=180&year=Habitat for Humanity of the Mississippi Gulf Coast - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. dedicated his life to the causes of equality and social justice. He taught that through nonviolent partnerships and understanding, we can overcome barriers and address our communities' most urgent needs. To honor Dr. King's dreams and achievements, Martin Luther King Day has been named a 'day on, not a day off,' urging everyone to join together in serving their community. Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.news.vcu.edu/news/VCU_AmeriCorps_volunteers_participated_in_A_Day_On_to_celebratenews.vcu.edu - Members of Virginia Commonwealth University's AmeriCorps program participated in a four-day community service effort as part of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.shorenewstoday.com/news.php?id=6889Shore News Today - GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP - Nearly 400 volunteers turned out Monday, Jan. 18 for the sixth annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service at The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey.Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://dignityandrespectcampaign.blogspot.com/2010/01/mlk-day-of-service-event.htmldignityandrespectcampaignblogspot.com - Recently, the Center for Inclusion in Health Care, along with Pittsburgh Cares at the Duquesne-West Mifflin Boys and Girls Club held a youth orientated activity to commerate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and also to discuss ideas of how we can all work together to make the world a better place.BlogWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://gsborganicteachinggarden.blogspot.com/2010/01/mlk-day-of-service-another-gsb-move.htmlgsborganicteachinggarden.blogspot.com - This year as part of our MLK day of service we completed three projects that are new to our gardens and student's at school and home ability to grow more food during the winter. BlogWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://americorpsalumsboston.blogspot.com/2010/01/boston-chapter-alums-celebrates-2010.htmlamericorpsalumsboston.blogspot.com - 600 lives saved. Not a bad goal for a service project. Even better for one dreamed up by the collaborative efforts of an active AmeriCorps member and three Northeastern University students as part of a service and leadership activity created by Boston area AmeriCorps alums. Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.growandshare.org/?p=769growandshare.org - Our Monday service day moved our greenhouse assembly forward! We framed, added supports, and squared off the greenhouse.BlogWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.marinermanagement.com/idea-center/20100119/association-volunteers-support-mlk-day-of-servicewww.marinermanagement.com - Conservative estimates put the number of service projects on MLK Day of Service at more than 10,000. From President Obama and his family to kids and their families at an elementary school in DC, people took a 'day on not a day off'. Twitter crackled with news coming in from all parts about in impromptu and very-organized activities (follow #MLKDay). BlogWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.rbr.com/radio/20263.htmlrbr.com - More broadcasters to the rescue: On Monday, 1/18 during a special radiothon on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Emmis' 98.7 KISS FM NYC, in partnership with the Salvation Army, raised $76,438.70 towards relief efforts for those affected during the catastrophic earthquake which hit Haiti last week. Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://7thspace.com/headlines/331900/us_transportation_secretary_ray_lahood_encourages_small_businesses_to_give_back_to_their_communities.html7thspace.com - U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today challenged small and minority business leaders to build on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by answering President Obama's call to use their unique skills to serve others on a sustained basis. The Secretary spoke with nearly 1,000 small and minority businesses leaders in a telephone conference call. Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.phillytrib.com/tribune/index.php/phillynewsheadlines/9138-outpouring-of-volunteers-on-mlk-day-of-servicePhiladelphia Tribune - The Martin Luther King Jr. day of service drew a large entourage of volunteers to the St. Peter Claver Center for Evangelization in Philadelphia Monday. The volunteers were an intergenerational and multicultural group ranging from middle school students from Chester and South Philadelphia to those who came from Mount Airy, West Oak Lane and even Lower Montgomery County. Perhaps no one was more pleased with the standing room only crowd that filled the center's ground floor than the Rev. Stephen D. Thorne, director of the Office for Black Catholics and coordinator of the King volunteer effort. The volunteers came from Roman Catholic and Hallahan high schools in Center City, the McDevitt High School in Wyncote, as well as the St. Katherine Drexel parish in Chester. Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.huffingtonpost.com/angela-glover-blackwell/beyond-the-noise----12-qu_b_429619.htmlhuffingtonpost.com - 9. Built on Successes of the Nonprofit Sector through the Social Innovation Fund The Obama Administration has repeatedly recognized the crucial role the nation's nonprofit infrastructure plays in ensuring all Americans have access to social and economic opportunities. In setting aside $50 million in seed money for the Social Innovation Fund, the administration made a commitment to expanding the capacity of the nonprofit sector and bringing the most proven, results-oriented innovations to scale. Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://compassiontakesaction.wordpress.com/2010/01/20/what-volunteering-means-mlk-day-reflections/WordPress/Compassion Takes Action - As a part of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, volunteers turned out all over the country to 'Make it a day on, not a day off,' working to bring the philosophy of MLK to life through their service. There was many volunteer projects going on throughout our community and thousands happening around the country. It's always refreshing to see the spirit of service move so many people. Even President Obama got involved, serving food to the homeless in Washington, D.C.BlogWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://awolinatl.blogspot.com/2010/01/martin-luther-king-jr-day-of-service.htmlBlogspot/ AWOL In Atlanta - They expected to have at least 250 people volunteer, and actually had over 700 people signed up, so the turnout was pretty good! I went along to the Pre-Service Pep Rally as I thought it would only be right to have the full-on US experience of organised volunteering, and I wasn't disappointed! The college mascot, a jaguar, was there, there were videos, speakers, free Chick-fil-A breakfast, a free bright yellow t-shirt and a tiny 5 year old girl with a huge voice who got up and sang the US National Anthem Gospel-style - pretty amazing! BlogWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://media.www.mucdynamo.com/media/storage/paper1287/news/2010/01/20/News/we.Hold.These.Truths.To.Be.SelfEvident.That.All.Men.Are.Created.Equal-3855089.shtmlmedia.www.mucdynamo.com - Four years ago, Mount Union decided to turn its day off into a "day on". Started by the office of service learning, this activity gives students an opportunity to better the Alliance community on Martin Luther King, Jr., Day, which was normally just an extension of the weekend for many students. Last year, Mount Union invited Malone University and Walsh University to take part in bettering the Stark county area. BlogWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://council.icte.us/node/22ctecouncil.org - Students from JFK high school's Bronx Digital Academy Digital Video Production sequence were invited to NBC for a special Martin Luther King Day of Service event this past Friday. These current and future filmmakers were paired up with mentors from different departments of the network and spent a good part of the day job shadowing and working right along with their mentors. Another feature of the day was a special conference on the Emma Bowen Foundation available to young people looking to study media in college and maintain employment in the industry during that time. The students truly enjoyed the day and cherish the industry connections the event allowed them to create. Ms. Yolanda Askew of NBC was the driving force behind this day.BlogWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://icicp.blogspot.com/2010/01/day-of-service.htmlicicp.blogspot.org - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. once poignantly stated, 'Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'' There were over 10,000 opportunities for Americans to answer this question and honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy on January 18, 2010. Established as a national day of service by Congress 16 years ago, volunteers all over the country spent their holiday serving others in their communities, marking the day as a 'day on' rather than a 'day off.' In light of the nation's economic situation and in the wake of the earthquake in Haiti last week, service opportunities were varied and plentiful for thousands of Americans to spend a day as King dreamed: working for and with each other.BlogWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.grassrootseducationdc.org/2010/01/mlk-day-of-service-at-tubman-a-success/grassrootseducationdc.org - Thanks to everyone who came out and made the MLK Day of Service at the Tubman Elementary School in Columbia Heights such a big success. Approximately 180 of you turned out for the event. We were able to complete all of our projects: BlogWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://foodshuttledurham.wordpress.com/2010/01/20/mlk-day-of-service-2010/foodshuttledurham.wordpress.com - Monday was an incredible day at the Durham Service Center as we honored Martin Luther King, Jr. by making it a day on instead of a day off. We were thankful to have Triangle United Way present, and altogether about 70 volunteers were in and out of the DSC! The volunteers packed and delivered 150 grocery bags of fruit and veggies for seniors, and packed about 300 BackPack Buddies bags with food! BlogWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://media.www.dennews.com/media/storage/paper309/news/2010/01/20/Opinions/Staff.Editorial.Volunteer.Work.Shouldnt.End.After.One.Day.Is.Complete-3854904.shtmlDenNews.com - The National Day of Service was Monday - Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Participation in the King Day of Service has grown every year since 1994, when Congress designated King's holiday a National Day of Service. Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.indianastatesman.com/news/isu-community-uses-mlk-day-to-help-others-1.1078067Indiana Statesman - When more than a dozen students at Indiana State arrived to begin their service for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, none of them realized that while they helped their community by making safe-sex kits, they also would get an impromptu sex education.Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.tampabay.com/news/humaninterest/mlk-day-of-good-deeds-brings-300-volunteers-to-largo/1066604Tampabay.com - In all, about 300 volunteers heeded the call to serve others during Largo's MLK Day of Good Deeds. Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/01/20/AR2010012000010.htmlThe Washington Post - Now President Barack Obama is following her lead, pairing 20 high school-age boys with White House officials who will serve as mentors. Obama planned to announce the boys' mentoring program on Wednesday as part of an event marking National Mentoring Month, according to an administration official who spoke on condition of anonymity before the president's announcement.Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.semissourian.com/story/1603743.htmlSoutheast Missourian - For hundreds of boys and girls, young men and women throughout Southeast Missouri, mentors provide the only positive role models in their lives. Thanks to the special attention they receive from their mentors, these individuals have a friend to talk to or someone to help them understand the complexities of sixth-grade math.Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.peninsuladailynews.com/article/20100120/news/301209983Peninsula Daily News - On Monday, more than a dozen AmeriCorps volunteers, most born more than a decade after King died, picked up hammers, saws and paintbrushes to help finish the exterior of a house being built by Habitat of Humanity/East Jefferson County. Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.news-leader.com/article/20100120/NEWS01/1200405/1007/NEWS01/January-is-National-Mentoring-MonthNews Leader - Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks and Mayor Jim O'Neal declared January National Mentoring Month in a citywide proclamation.Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.fox11az.com/news/local/Haiti-volunteers-82119327.htmlfox11az.com - More than a thousand people made their way to the Southern Arizona chapter of the American Red Cross this weekend to donate money to relief efforts. Volunteers from Americorps worked to wave potential donors into the parking lot this afternoon. The Red Cross would usually be closed today because of the holiday. Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.poconorecord.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100120/FEATURES/1200303/-1/NEWSPocono Record - Dolci, who is the first AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteer in Service to America) for Northampton Community College's Monroe County campus, earns $10,800 a year.Print ArticleWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://media.www.cunewspaper.com/media/storage/paper1397/news/2010/01/20/StudentLife/Mlk-Jr.National.Day.Of.Service.Held.At.Heaven.Sent.Ministries-3854886.shtmlThe Concordian - 'Everyone can be great because everyone can serve.'- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. On Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday, Monday, January 18, Concord students took part in the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Day of Service.BlogWed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.laurinburgexchange.com/pages/full_story/push?article-St-+Andrews+promotes+day+of+service-%20&id=5593797&instance=home_news_leadThe Laurinburg Exchange - Martin Luther King Day means a day off from school to many of the students and teachers in the county's public schools and colleges, but for some at St. Andrews Presbyterian College, it is a chance to rededicate themselves to community service. MLK Day Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.usatoday.com/news/sharing/2010-01-17-mlk-service_N.htmUSA Today - Though the number of registered service projects is down from last year, more than 10,000 projects have been registered for this year's day of service in honor of the holiday today, said Stephen Goldsmith, chairman of the Corp. for National and Community Service, which was charged by Congress 16 years ago to establish the King holiday as a service day. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.northeastern.edu/news/stories/2010/01/MLKday.htmlwww.northeastern.edu - With the life of Martin Luther King Jr. as their guidepost, more than 400 Northeastern students and Boston youths fanned out across a snow-covered city on Monday during the University's annual MLK Day of Service.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://atheistandagnostic.wordpress.com/2010/01/20/mlk-day-of-service/aethistandagnostic.blogspot.com - To honor Martin Luther King, Jr. on Jan 18, groups across the country spent their day off work volunteering in the MLK Day of Service. Zack and Tori organized a volunteer opportunity for AAS at ACCESS - a shelter for victims of domestic violence. BlogTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://servicewire.org/content/20100119/wire/blog/Points-Lights-Michelle-Nunn-MLK-Day-and-Haiti-Relief-Effortsservicewire.org - In this episode we hear from Michelle Nunn, CEO of the Points of Light Institute and Co-Founder of the HandsOn Network.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www2.muc.edu/Newsroom/January2010/MLK_Events_Post.aspxMount Union College Athletics - Members of the Mount Union College community participated in a variety of events in celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nba.com/cavaliers/community/mlk_100119.htmlCavs.com - CLEVELAND, OH - January 19, 2010 - On Monday, January 18th, to honor Martin Luther King Day, Cavs players Danny Green, J.J. Hickson, Darnell Jackson and Jawad Williams teamed up with the City Year Cleveland Youth Corps for an afternoon of community service. The players participated in a 'day ON not a day off,' by helping to spruce up Collinwood High School working side-by-side with 130 of City Year's younger leaders to clean the hallways and paint the school walls. Additionally, the players presented Collinwood with four Cleveland Cavaliers Fatheads (a bold, colorful, removable and reusable wall-graphic) donated by Fathead for the freshly painted walls. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.standard.net/topics/service/2010/01/19/red-cross-holds-conference-youthStandard.Net - LAYTON - For the third year Northern Utah Chapter of the American Red Cross held a Youth Leadership Conference "A Day of Service" for High School students from Weber and Davis Counties.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thedailysentinel.com/story.lasso?ewcd=a21f4cce8cab8acdScottsboro Daily Sentinel - Other groups in Scottsboro had celebrations over the weekend to honor King, and the fourth annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community Unity Celebration was held Monday morning at the Joyce Chapel United Methodist Church. Some 50 people attended that service and there were a reported 75-80 people at the St. Paul's service. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.uwkcblog.org/2010/01/19/counting-corn-for-dr-king/uwkcblog.org - 'Everybody can be great… because anybody can serve. You don't have to have a college degree to serve. You don't have to make your subject and verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.' -Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr I'll admit, I've heard and read this quote many, many times over the years without giving it much thought beyond 'what a nice sentiment'. It wasn't until I spent yesterday afternoon packaging around 7,000 pounds of frozen corn cobs with 35 fellow MLK Day volunteers that it truly hit home. BlogTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://news.fiu.edu/2010/01/alumni-and-students-remember-king-in-day-of-service/news.fiu.edu - On Jan. 16, FIU held its second annual Alumni Association National Panther Day of Service. Alumni chapters throughout the country signed up to help. Alumni, students and faculty/staff in Miami; New York City; and Los Angeles planted trees, laid sod and worked at a soup kitchen.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://nafblogger.blogspot.com/2010/01/team-indymlk-day-of-service-2010.htmlnafblogger.blogspot.com - Each year the IUPUI (Indiana University, Purdue University, Indianapolis) Center for Service Learning puts on a day of service on Martin Luther King Day. Students, Faculty, Community Members, and Alumni gather for breakfast and a program honoring Dr. King. Participants are prepared for a productive day of service throughout the city of Indianapolis. After meeting in groups lead by a Service Leader from IUPUI, the groups disperse to work on projects off campus. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://cityyeardc.blogspot.com/2010/01/mlk-day-of-service-2010.htmlcityyeardc.blogspot.com - Yesterday, City Year Washington, DC hosted over 600 volunteers, including City Year Co-Founder and CEO Michael Brown and US Secretary of Education Arne Duncan and his family, at City Year's MLK Day of Service. We spent the day in Northeast DC beautifying both Houston Elementary School and Ron Brown Middle School. At the end of the day, volunteers had painted almost 300 murals throughout the schools hallways, built and repaired park benches, reorganized the middle school's library, and made over 100 transitional housing kits and bag lunches for the homeless. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sfpar.org/site/2010/01/mlk-day-of-service-sutro-park.htmlsfpar.org - An intrepid team of volunteers, led by Park Ranger George Durgerian braved wind and rain to help improve Sutro Heights Park, chopping and chipping branches and improving park trails. BlogTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://sayitrahshay.blogspot.com/2010/01/mlk-day-of-service-parts-1-and-2.htmlsayitrahshay.blogspot.com - This year I made it my business to participate in two service days for the Philadelphia area's MLK day of service (it's a day on, not a day off). I have been very blessed this last year and I feel that it is my duty and honor to be able to give a small something back in order to repay some of the all that I have gotten.BlogTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://hyperlocalfood.blogspot.com/2010/01/helping-out-with-mlk-day-of-service.htmlhyperlocalfood.blogspot.com - Yesterday was MLK Day and Lowcountry Community Gardens was out in the community working with College of Charleston students on local community garden projects. In the morning, we helped weed and plant the garden at Chicora Elementary in North Charleston. The afternoon consisted of raised bed-making at the new mini-farm on the old Navy Yard, a project of Metanoia, Americorps/VISTA, and the Noisette FoundationBlogTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://blogs.uscannenberg.org/neontommy/2010/01/day-of-service-with-la-works-a.htmlblogs.uscannenburg.com - Students and volunteers took their day off and turned it into a "day on" celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day with L.A. Works--and California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://broadwaymarket.org/?p=329Broadwaymarket.org - AmeriCorps and over 200 volunteers have made a difference at the Market.BlogTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://merfton.blogspot.com/2010/01/mlk-day-of-service.htmlmerfton.blogspot.com - Jose Jimenez, 11, held up a dirty diaper with one glove-encased hand. 'I'm brave,' he called out as the other volunteers at Monday's clean up of Casa de la Esperanza inched away from the offending piece of garbage. BlogTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://northtexasfoodbank.wordpress.com/2010/01/19/wal-mart-associates-give-time-to-the-north-texas-food-bank-on-mlk-day-of-service/northtexasfoodbank.wordpress.com - On the inaugural Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, 70 Walmart associates gave up a day off to give back to their community. These employees joined 90 other community volunteers to pack and sort the second-highest amount of food ever in a 3-hour Volunteer Experience, according to North Texas Food Bank Warehouse Coordinator Randy Gould.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://unityhigh.org/wp/?p=74Unity News - Wilmerding Parents' Association volunteers at Oakland Unity High School on 'MLK Day of Service'BlogTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wcfcourier.com/news/local/article_c4fbd5a4-0507-11df-9f5e-001cc4c03286.htmlWaterloo Cedar Falls Courier - About 100 students from University of Northern Iowa and Wartburg College converged on Northeast Iowa Food Bank, and dozens more volunteered at Catholic Worker House and Exceptional Persons, Inc. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://foodshuttle.wordpress.com/2010/01/19/mlk-day-of-service-in-durham/foodshuttle.wordpress.com - Yesterday was not only a wonderful day of service in Raleigh at the Food Shuttle, but it was an exciting day at our Durham Service Center, too! The 70+ volunteers were unbelievable yesterday helping pack 150 grocery bags for seniors, and another group of volunteers conducted 10 food drives across the Greater Triangle for BackPack Buddies! After the food from the drive came in, volunteers helped sort and pack about 300 BackPacks! 2010 is going to be an exciting year in Durham. Let Jerome know if you'd like to join the Food Shuttle in fighting hunger in Durham by sending him an email to DurhamCoord@foodshuttle.orgBlogTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://cabrinipip.blogspot.com/2010/01/2010-mlk-day-of-service.htmlcabrinipip.blogspot.com - On January 18, 2010, Cabrini Connections students volunteered with City Year Chicago at a school on the south side in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. They painted several classrooms and were treated to a visit from Richard M. Daley, Mayor of Chicago. We are very proud of our students and we hope you enjoy the video! Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wreg.com/news/wreg-day-of-service-volunteer,0,4060036.storywreg.com - This was no day off for 14 year old Christian Braden: "Painting, decoupage on canvas, just a lot of hand on activities." She and her friend Bianca Swift woke up at normal time on their day off from school...to get their hands dirty volunteering at Cypress Middle School.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://providencechildrensmuseum.blogspot.com/2010/01/powerful-mlk-day.html Providence Children's Museum - Families also explore an exhibit of photographs, words and books describing Dr. King's life and work and can choose to participate in an interactive exploration of the negative power of discrimination, during which they wear a red or green tag and encounter 'red only' and 'green only' labels throughout the Museum - on lunchroom tables, bathroom doors, water fountains and more. The activity and performance inspire reflection and compelling conversations. BlogTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.lsjournal.com/100/story/42764.htmlLee's Summit Journal - Sorting through boxes of diapers, baby lotions and powder, games and books isn't exactly what most people have in mind for a day off. But for students at MCC-Longview, that's just what they did Jan. 18. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.grandhaventribune.com/paid/358996655290130.bspGrand Haven Tribune - Our desire is that somehow the White House gathering will result in more churches becoming aware of the opportunity to partner with a nearby school," he said. "When that happens, more children will build a positive relationship with someone who believes in them. Reaching children with that type of relationship is the heartbeat of Kids Hope USA.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.bonnersferryherald.com/articles/2010/01/19/local/doc4b55fed393170154997230.txtbonnersferryherald.com - On Martin Luther King Day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. , Monday Jan. 18., a school bus will be at Boundary Trading Co. and a furniture truck provided by Rich Beck of Beck's furniture will be at Safeway and volunteers will fill the vehicles with donated food.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thebatavian.com/blogs/dan-crofts/local-organizations-team-volunteer-fair-martin-luther-king-day/12467The Batavian - In honor of the service-based philosophy of the late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Genesee County AmeriCorps and the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) held the "Be a Star- GO Volunteer Fair" on Monday at the Senior Center.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.kswt.com/Global/story.asp?S=11842601KSWT CBS 13 - At South Mountain Park in Phoenix, 300 volunteers from Arizona State University and AmeriCorps worked through the morning to pick up trash, get rid of graffiti and trail maintenance.Broadcast / TranscriptTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wausaudailyherald.com/article/20100119/WDH0101/1190619/1981/WDHsports/Civil-rights-marchers-reuniteWausau Daily Herald - The marchers had come from the University of Wisconsin-Extension office, 212 River Drive, and were making two loops through downtown Wausau to honor King. Local AmeriCorps members organized the event.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sctimes.com/article/20100119/NEWS01/101190004/1009/A-day-of-service--Food-packing-fights-hungerSt. Cloud Times - Dahir was one of 50-plus local volunteers for a federal service program, AmeriCorps VISTA, who packed food Monday for Kids Against Hunger, a Minnesota-based group that sends food to starving people in the U.S. and overseas.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sequimgazette.com/news/article.exm/2010-01-19_community_garden_grows_on_mlk_day_Sequim Gazette - Students from Sequim High School's Environmental Club and other community helpers picked weeds, churned soil and spread bark in a modest patch of greenery at the high school campus Monday morning and afternoon. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100119/NEWS/1190315/-1/NEWSMAPCape Cod Times - For its 10th annual Day of Service on the holiday, AmeriCorps Cape Cod brought together more than 150 volunteers for a food drive to restock shelves of Cape food pantries and programs.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.rutlandherald.com/article/20100119/NEWS04/1190358/0/OBITUARIESRutland Herald - Members of the club observed Martin Luther King Jr. Day by watching a documentary about the civil rights leader, writing letters to soldiers serving overseas and making "peace flags" describing their dreams for a better future.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.dailytribune.com/articles/2010/01/19/news/doc4b55b81543a8e481485730.txtRoyal Oak Daily Tribune - The performance was part of the Greater Pontiac Community Coalition luncheon Monday at the St. George Cultural Center on Woodward Avenue celebrating the work of Martin Luther King. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nba.com/cavaliers/community/mlk_100119.htmlnba.com - On Monday, January 18th, to honor Martin Luther King Day, Cavs players Danny Green, J.J. Hickson, Darnell Jackson and Jawad Williams teamed up with the City Year Cleveland Youth Corps for an afternoon of community service. The players participated in a 'day ON not a day off,' by helping to spruce up Collinwood High School working side-by-side with 130 of City Year's younger leaders to clean the hallways and paint the school walls. Additionally, the players presented Collinwood with four Cleveland Cavaliers Fatheads (a bold, colorful, removable and reusable wall-graphic) donated by Fathead for the freshly painted walls. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.theolympian.com/southsound/story/1106456.htmlThe Olympian - One of the groups spent the day packing care packages for the homeless - suitcases full of clothes and toiletry items - and distributing them at Sylvester Park. It was the culmination of a months-long effort. 'We just collected donations since, like, October,' said Brittany Barbour, 22.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://boulderjewishnews.org/2010/mlk-day-in-boulder/Boulder Jewish News - On Monday, January 19, the Boulder community celebrated Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The day's events included a march and rally, human rights fair, workshops and main program. Nearly 2.000 people celebrated Dr. King's legacy at this annual Boulder event. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/leadertimes/news/s_662925.htmlLEADER TIMES - Armstrong Conservation District, Crooked Creek Watershed Association and AmeriCorps volunteers participated in a national "day on, not a day off," initiative here in Armstrong County by doing a service project in answer to King's call to help communities.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.bigislandvideonews.com/2010/01january/0119/20100119keaukaha.htmBig Island Video News - Kaiser Permanente Hawaii physicians and staff members partnered with Hawaii Island School Garden Network to volunteer their time weeding, pruning and planting crops at the Keaukaha school on the day of the holiday. The effort was part of several community service activities by nearly 300 Kaiser Permanente's physicians and staff taking place on the Big Island, Maui, and Oahu.Broadcast / TranscriptTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://jewishboca.blogspot.com/2010/01/repairing-world-one-mitzvah-at-time.htmlBill's Blog - Likewise, on Monday, January 18, that feeling of humanitarianism continued to build momentum. It was the inaugural United We Serve Day of volunteerism across the country and, for our part, our Federation was the cheerleader and coordinator for our neighbors throughout South Palm Beach County.BlogTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www2.statesville.com/content/2010/jan/19/volunteers-unite-make-difference-day/Statesville Record & Landmark - More than a dozen people volunteered at Fifth Street Ministries in Statesville as a part of Make a Difference Day, a day devoted to community service in the spirit of slain civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr., whose birthday was celebrated across the nation Monday. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.columbian.com/news/2010/jan/19/day-of-service/The Columbian - More than 110 volunteers pre-registered for WSUV's first annual MLK-inspired service day. Projects included the homemade comfort cards, tree planting with the Water Resources Education Center, meal service with Share Vancouver and work with the Clark Public Utilities Stream Team. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.standard.net/topics/service/2010/01/19/red-cross-holds-conference-youthstandard.net - For the third year Northern Utah Chapter of the American Red Cross held a Youth Leadership Conference "A Day of Service" for High School students from Weber and Davis Counties.Press ReleaseTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.heraldsun.com/pages/full_story/push?article-Hagan-+Holiday+a+day+on-+not+off%20&id=5593501&instance=most_recommendedHeraldsun.com - Her dream -- homeownership -- came closer to reality Monday when the N.C. Central University community and others, including U.S. Sen. Kay Hagan, D-N.C., gathered in a North-East Central Durham neighborhood during a groundbreaking ceremony for Farrington's new dream home. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.fayettedailynews.com/article.php?id_news=4921Fayettedailynews.com - The Fayette County Chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) and Fayette County Board of Education teamed up for the 14th annual Martin Luther King Jr. birthday commemoration program held Monday, the official holiday, at the F.A. Sams Auditorium in Fayetteville.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://thedailysentinel.com/story.lasso?ewcd=7e289f11f92430e8The Daily Sentinel - The soup was on at St. Paul's AME Church Monday afternoon as volunteers worked to prepare a community lunch in celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.azcentral.com/news/articles/2010/01/18/20100118mlkevents0118-ON.htmlazcentral.com - Seven-year-old Jasmine Singleton held her father's hand and smiled as she marched through the streets of downtown Phoenix on Monday. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://nyccoalitionagainsthunger.wordpress.com/2010/01/19/400-new-yorkers-honor-mlk-in-citywide-serve-a-thon/New York City Coalition Against Hunger - Volunteers met at Riverside Church on Saturday to honor Dr. King and rally before they served at food pantries and kitchens throughout the City. From Saturday's kickoff through Monday, 400 volunteers assisted over 30 soup kitchens and food pantries at various service sites. Council Member Dickens, Council Member Brewer and Donna Smith from the Corporation for National and Community Service rallied the volunteers at Riverside Church, a site where Dr. King previously delivered a speech, encouraging them to make long-term commitments to serve.BlogTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.postcrescent.com/article/20100119/APC0101/1190483/1979/APCsports/Lawrence-students-lend-hand-honor-King-s-legacypostcrescent.com - Brown, who works as an admissions counselor at Lawrence, joined more than 100 students from the Appleton campus on Monday in honoring the legacy of civil rights leader the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. by participating in community service projects in the Fox Valley. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.journaltribune.com/articles/2010/01/19/todays_stories/doc4b55cd1d01f00831333410.txtjournaltribune.com - For many, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day means little more than just a day off from work or school. Volunteers from First Parish Church and other community organizations see it differently, however, and took advantage of the day as an opportunity to help others. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.vicksburgpost.com/articles/2010/01/19/news/doc4b55e6ff0177c892512738.txtvicksburgpost.com - Remember the lessons taught by Martin Luther King Jr., those attending a celebration of his birth were told Monday night. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.krgv.com/news/local/story/Students-Celebrate-MLK-Day/wTbtcKBaIEW9Aeva0AsE0A.cspxKRGV - HARLINGEN - Texas State Technical College students observed Martin Luther King Jr. Day by doing what he always preached. The civil rights icon believed community service could unite a divided community. Thanks to an AmeriCorps service project grant, TSTC students got a lesson on helping others.Broadcast / TranscriptTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://inincontrol.blogspot.com/2010/01/internal-controls-for-painting-room-at.htmlinincontrol.blogspot.com - Stuart L. Graff leads the Internal Control and Analysis Team at the Corporation for National and Community Service.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://media.www.thecandor.com/media/storage/paper1410/news/2010/01/19/News/Obamas.Participate.In.Mlk.Service.Event-3854221.shtmlthecandor.com - The extended first family served lunch at a shelter and charity kitchen in Washington, part of a national day of service honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Monday. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.mysuburbanlife.com/huntley/features/x532586693/Volunteerism-stays-solid-in-down-economymysurbanlife.com - The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, 'Life's most persistent and urgent question is 'What are you doing for others?'' King's question on Aug. 11, 1957 is one that still is being considered by many. As the day honoring King came Monday, the importance of volunteering in the local area was remembered. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://mckinneyblog.dallasnews.com/archives/2010/01/olympian-michael-johnson-to-sp.htmlThe Dallas Morning News - Michael Johnson, a Dallas native and winner of an Olympic gold medal, will speak at McKinney Boyd High School this morning on the importance of mentoring. The program is sponsored by the McKinney ISD Partners in Education Program.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sequoyahcountytimes.com/pages/full_story/push?article-Boys+and+Girls+Clubs+celebrate+national+mentoring+month%20&id=5589451&instance=home_news_bulletsSequoyah County Times - The Boys and Girls Clubs of Sequoyah County are currently seeking volunteer mentors. The club has received funding from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention through the National Congress of American Indians to support a mentoring program. The Boys and Girls Club began implementing the mentoring program in January 2008.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.cumberlink.com/articles/2010/01/19/news/local/doc4b55b1931f5ab105580951.txtcumberlink.com - At 15, Cassie Burgard is well past her years as a middle school student. But that didn't stop the sophomore at Mechanicsburg High School from taking part in a day of service that's geared more towards the district's middle school students. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.journal-news.net/page/content.detail/id/530677.html?nav=5065Journal-news.net - GRAFTON - The West Virginia Promise Volunteers in Service to America project held VISTA and site supervisor training at Tygart Lake State Park in Grafton on Nov. 13, 2009.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.centredaily.com/news/local/story/1736337.htmlCentre Daily Times - Wertz was one of 15 teachers, staff members and interns from Corl Street Elementary who spent their Martin Luther King Jr. Day giving back to the community. About a dozen teachers and staff from the school spent hours painting and cleaning a third-floor apartment at Housing Transitions, a nonprofit organization that offers emergency housing to individuals and families.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.huffingtonpost.com/rachael-chong/everyone-can-be-great-bec_b_426805.htmlhuffingtonpost.com - When my friend Dan asked me this question yesterday, I went straight to the Web to search for opportunities that would allow me to act on my desire to serve on the National Day of Service. My first search result offered up ONE, single opportunity. BlogTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.pnj.com/article/20100119/NEWS01/1190314/1006/NEWS01/Dozens-heed-call-to-help-on-Day-of-ServicePNJ.com - The project was coordinated by the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Santa Rosa County and the Blackwater River Foundation. The RSVP has partnered with Walt Disney World for Give a Day, Get a Disney Day.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://savannahnow.com/news/2010-01-19/volunteers-paint-way-service-kings-imageSavannah Morning News - He has used the tried-and-true word-of-mouth method, but also tech-friendly Facebook, Twitter and text messages to capture helpers. It is his second year in the project, Huggins said. "This is bigger than last year," said Huggins, who said he was to remain with the project until "the end of the day - whenever that is."Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2010/01/19/news/local_news/2_mlk_day.txtCarrol County Times - Instead of using the day off for play, 21 children and teens instead chose to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday Monday by spending the day doing service. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.greenvilleonline.com/article/20100119/NEWS/1190310/1071/YOURUPSTATE02/Service-a-theme-of-MLK-DayGreenville News - Clemson University students, staff and faculty volunteered at numerous nonprofit agencies including Clemson Community Care, where university President Jim Barker and his wife, Marcia, worked alongside some students sorting cans of beans. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www2.timesdispatch.com/rtd/news/local/article/STEW19_20100118-214402/318488/Richmond Times Dispatch - When teachers and students at Fairfield Court and Woodville elementary schools arrive at their schools today, they'll see new murals on the walls, cleaned desks and windows and, for Woodville teachers, an updated teachers lounge. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://onlineathens.com/stories/011910/new_551737325.shtmlOnline Athens - Hundreds of volunteers like Reed came to 24 job sites around Athens on Monday, chipping in a few hours for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service organized by HandsOn Northeast Georgia. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wreg.com/news/wreg-day-of-service-volunteer,0,4060036.storyWREG-TV - Fast Facts: It was a holiday full of hard work for thousands of Mid Southerners today The answered the call to turn their day off from work into a day of service through out the community Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nj.com/bridgeton/index.ssf?/base/news-8/1263877818249640.xml&coll=10The Bridgeton News - NJ.com - VINELAND - On a day celebrating the man who had a dream, volunteers from First United Methodist Church worked with members of the Cumberland County Habitat for Humanity to help others achieve the American dream. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wickedlocal.com/capecod/news/education/x1301084621/-Hungry-for-Change-unites-AmeriCorps-and-Cape-Cod-communityThe Register - In seeking a project for the 10th annual Martin Luther King Day of Service, AmeriCorps Program Coordinator Mary Lawrence looked to the Barnstable County Department of Human Services.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.shorenewstoday.com/news.php?id=6863Atlantic County News - Properly honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. means not just listening to speeches about the civil rights leader, but putting his words into action.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.livingstondaily.com/article/20100119/NEWS01/100119001/-1/NEWSFRONT2/Schools-honor-King-s-legacyDaily Press & Argus - Although Hartland Consolidated Schools was closed Monday in observance of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, students didn't miss out on learning about the late civil-rights pioneer.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.gazettetimes.com/news/local/article_18965492-0471-11df-a844-001cc4c002e0.htmlGazette Times - Smiling and laughing, the 3-year-old was clearly enjoying herself Monday afternoon, as she received an early lesson about fighting inequality. The timing of her lesson was a fitting one for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which has been a federally recognized holiday since 1986.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.philly.com/philly/hp/news_update/82035177.htmlPhiladelphia Daily News - Until yesterday, Erica Riddick had never really interacted with her immigrant counterparts at South Philly High, who spend most of the school day in bilingual classes on the second floor.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/local/MLK-Day-inspires-residents_-volunteers-81997942.htmlThe Washington Examiner - Hundreds of Washington-area residents and tourists congregated on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial Monday to honor Martin Luther King Jr., while thousands more celebrated MLK Day through volunteerism. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.philly.com/philly/news/local/82034752.htmlPhiladelphia Inquirer - Plastic sheets lined the stairwells and the sweet smell of fresh paint filled the halls of the T.M. Peirce Elementary School in West Philadelphia yesterday as dozens of volunteers - among an estimated 70,000 in the region - joined in the 15th annual Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.goupstate.com/article/20100119/ARTICLES/1191010/1083/ARTICLES?Title=Converse-students-entertain-Charles-Lea-residents-on-MLK-day-of-serviceHerald-Journal - In keeping with the spirit and mission of Martin Luther King Jr. and the day that honors him, Converse College students played host to a group of adult residents from the Charles Lea Center on Monday.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thenewsstar.com/article/20100119/NEWS01/1190306The News Star - The national Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Monday was the perfect day for West Monroe to kick off a project to repaint the Ouachita River seawall.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.amestrib.com/articles/2010/01/19/ames_tribune/news/doc4b55df8e3a679344371321.txtThe Tribune - If Martin Luther King Jr. could have stopped by the Volunteer Center of Story County on Monday, he would have been impressed by the number of people of all ages and ethnicities that turned out for a day of service to honor his birthday. That's the consensus of a group of Ames High teens who rolled out of bed on Monday to participate.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.themountainmail.com/main.asp?SectionID=4&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=18234The Mountain Mail - As part of national recognition of Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. Monday, Salida Boys and Girls Club members conducted community service projects to help others.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.pittnews.com/article/2010/01/18/students-opt-day-martin-luther-king-dayThe Pitt News / The University of Pittsburgh - While much of the campus was still asleep yesterday, about 150 students arrived at the William Pitt Union to participate in the Martin Luther King Day of Service. The National Society of Black Engineers and the Black Action Society organized the event, called 'Dr. King Day of Service — A Day On, Not a Day Off.'Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?https://www.hopeww.org/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=1341HOPE World Wide - Wayne, PA - "Life's most persistent question," Dr. King once asked, "is 'what are you doing for others?'" This Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday weekend, more than 10,000 HOPE worldwide volunteers are teaming up with the American Red Cross, along with various other corporations and community partners throughout the United States, to take a day on, not a day off. Volunteers have pledged to serve and meet needs of community members at 95 sites across the country. HOPE worldwide anticipates 10,000 of its volunteers serving more than 25,000 volunteer hours, impacting over 120,000 people through this one national day of service.Press ReleaseTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.recordpub.com/news/article/4750579 Record Publishing - At the Skeels-Matthews Community Center in Ravenna Township, volunteers gathered for a 'card party' organized by the RSVP program. Basketball players from the girls teams at Theodore Roosevelt High School joined area youths and volunteers from the community in making cards for area seniors. Similar parties were set up at Nichol Woods and Bryn Mawr Glen earlier in the day.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/01/18/article/a_day_of_serviceNews & Record - On his next stop, he found American Friends Service Committee on West Market Street, where a crowd had gathered to assemble aid packets for Haitians and local homeless people.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.heraldsun.com/pages/full_story/push?article-Hagan-+Holiday+a+day+on-+not+off%20&id=5593501&instance=homefirstleftThe Herald Sun - Her dream -- homeownership -- came closer to reality Monday when the N.C. Central University community and others, including U.S. Sen. Kay Hagan, D-N.C., gathered in a North-East Central Durham neighborhood during a groundbreaking ceremony for Farrington's new dream home. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.shreveporttimes.com/article/20100119/NEWS01/1190339/1060Shreveport Times - Booker T. Washington High School student Ty-Rell Walton honed in on Vincent Perez, director of mentoring for Volunteers for Youth Justice, an organization that works to keep northwest Louisiana youth out of the criminal justice system.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.fredericknewspost.com/sections/news/display.htm?StoryID=100256Frederick News Post - Yvette Gause took the day off from work Monday and brought her children to the Cultural Arts Center in Frederick to honor the life of Martin Luther King Jr. by volunteering.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.bradenton.com/vin_mannix/story/1984987.htmlBradenton.com - Instead, they were among 80 volunteers who gutted the old Hayden Day Care Center on 17th Street East, cleaning it inside and out for its eventual transformation into the Kelly Brown Career Development Center.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.fayobserver.com/Articles/2010/01/19/969152The Fayetteville Observer - The initiative, called the Cumberland County Day of Service, began with several organized service projects, including visits to jails and rest homes and cleaning up Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Hall Street.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://new.wkzo.com/news/articles/2010/jan/19/hundreds-kalamazoo-participate-mlk-day-service/WKZO - It was another successful Celebration of the King Holiday yesterday. Hundreds participated in Kalamazoo's Martin Luther King Day of Service and hundreds more marched from the WMU Campus to Martin Luther King Jr. Park on North Rose, where Mayor Bobby Hopewell grabbed a bull horn and addressed the crowd, saying King's legacy is the opportunity to be whatever we want to be, no matter who we are. Marches, memorial services, and school programs were held all over the nation yesterday.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20100119/NEWS/1190362/-1/ENT06/Iowans-pitch-in-on-MLK-Day-to-help-others-here-abroadThe Register - Drake University students and staff observed a national holiday by transforming the Drake Fieldhouse into an international aid center on Monday.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100119/NEWS/1190314South Coast Today - NEW BEDFORD — It was a day on, not a day off, for several hundred people gathered in a Cove Street mill building for a day of community service honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://edition.cnn.com/2010/US/studentnews/01/18/transcript.tue/CNN Student News - AZUZ: And since yesterday was the third Monday in January, it was also Martin Luther King Day. For a lot of people, it's a day on, not a day off; a time to give back to their communities. Folks took part in hundreds of service projects across the U.S., from repainting schools to serving food at soup kitchens. People also donated time to charities that are focused on the needs of the earthquake victims in Haiti. Of course, the holiday also honors the man it's named after. And in his hometown of Atlanta, relatives laid a wreath at the tomb of Dr. King. Later in the day, a commemorative service at Ebenezer Baptist Church, where the civil rights leader had served as pastor, paid tribute to his life and legacy.Broadcast / TranscriptTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.covnews.com/news/article/10672/Covington News - Porterdale has a new community garden thanks to more than 100 volunteers who attended Hands On Newton's third annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service celebration Monday.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www2.statesville.com/content/2010/jan/19/volunteers-unite-make-difference-day/Statesville Record & Landmark - Instead of using the federal holiday to sleep in or run a few personal errands, some people chose to use Monday to help others.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://abclocal.go.com/wtvd/story?section=news/local&id=7225552abc11.com - About 500 volunteers were in Chapel Hill Monday morning and made almost 150 blankets for people in Haiti and more than 2,000 gift baskets for US troops in Afghanistan and Iraq. Broadcast / TranscriptTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.columbian.com/news/2010/jan/19/day-of-service/The Columbian - At least part of the goal behind the Washington State University Vancouver-organized Martin Luther King Jr. 'Day-on' was instilling a sense of service in volunteers to last a year or, better yet, a lifetime.Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.seacoastonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100119/NEWS/1190399/-1/NEWSMAPSeacoastonline.com - Listen as I tell you a story," said Portsmouth artist Richard Haynes Monday at York High School. It is a story, he said, of Martin Luther King Jr. and his "beautiful wife" Coretta, of the seamstress Rosa Parks who one day refused to move to the back of the bus, and of his own life, one of growing up black and poor first in South Carolina and then in New York City. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kwmu/news.newsmain/article/1/0/1601065/St..Louis.Public.Radio.News/Martin.Luther.King.'Day.of.Service'.draws.big.crowd.of.volunteersKWMU St. Louis Public Radio - More than 1,000 people turned out to volunteer for the first ever Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service in St. Louis. Monday's event, which was organized by the United Way of Greater St. Louis, gathered volunteers at 20 sites around the city to clean and paint homes and schools and to beautify neighborhoods. Print ArticleTue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://stjoechannel.com/content/fulltext_news?cid=105151The St. Joe Channel - 47 years ago, Dr. King had a dream, and on the day we celebrate his life, that dream still lives on. All across St. Joseph, volunteers expressed the theme, "Make it a Day On, Not a Day Off."Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.cu-portland.edu/news/detail.cfm?news_id=6136Concordia University - More than 1,200 students from 11 colleges and universities gathered today at Concordia University in Northeast Portland to kick-off the largest service event in Portland's history in celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.koinlocal6.com/news/local/story/People-Volunteer-Time-in-Honor-of-MLK-Day/QzHf8yjgCUmZshm6b3d_WA.cspxkoinlocal6.com - This Martin Luther King Jr holiday is a national day of service. People in our own neighborhoods took time to give back to their communities. Habitat for Humanity gave four families in Gresham keys to a new home. It couldn't have been possible without the help of volunteers. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://northeastportland.katu.com/content/mlk-day-students-rally-concordiaNortheast Portlant KATU - Monday was a day of service for students from 11 different Portland-area colleges who gathered at Concordia University to hear Martin Luther King Jr.'s I Have a Dream speech and then left for a day of work out in the community.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.eschoolnews.com/2010/01/18/groups-honor-mlk-day-with-technology-challenge/eSchool News - To help meet schools' technology needs, several educators and web professionals volunteered their expertise during the Martin Luther King Day Technology Challenge on Jan. 18.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.dccentralkitchen.org/article.php?id=235DC Central Kitchen Website - DC Central Kitchen honored Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a special day full of service with guest volunteers including VA Secretary Eric Shinseki.BlogMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wtoc.com/global/story.asp?s=11841108WTOC 11 - SAVANNAH, GA (WTOC) - Volunteers picked up ladders, paint brushes and rakes Monday in honor of the slain Civil Rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://blogs.gwhatchet.com/newsroom/2010/01/18/in-photos-mlk-day-of-service/GW Hatchet - Check out some photos from today's day of service in which more than 500 students volunteered at Roosevelt High School in the Petworth neighborhood of D.C. For more coverage, see tomorrow's edition of The Hatchet.BlogMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nysenate.gov/initiative/mlk-day-serviceNY State Senate - Today we celebrate the life and legacy of one of the greatest civil-rights leaders our society has ever known: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. King was more than an icon; he was a leader of one of the most transformational movements—for civil rights—our nation has experienced. His vision, dedication and leadership fundamentally changed the landscape of America. And the Senate sees fit to use today, and every day, as a call to continue the fight for equality and justice. There is no greater way to honor Dr. King's legacy than to continue his work--our work—so that one day we will live in a society of peace and equality.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://pr-usa.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=317041&Itemid=95PR-USA.net - Attorney General Eric Holder released the following statement today in recognition of Martin Luther King Day: EditorialMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.philly.com/philly/hp/news_update/81950342.htmlphilly.com - THE CONVERGENCE OF Martin Luther King Jr. Day with the devastation in Haiti - the Western world's first black republic - has galvanized many Philadelphians into action .Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.myfoxdc.com/dpp/mornings/holly_live/holly-morris-mld-day-011810myfoxdc.com - Monday is the day the nation honors the memory and accomplishments of the slain civil rights leader. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.kyw1060.com/pages/6141326.php?KYW1060.com - People throughout the country were celebrating the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Monday. Here in the Delaware Valley, thousands of volunteers were fanned out at various events to do their part.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.mysouthwestga.com/news/story.aspx?id=403486FOX 31 - The Americorps cadets were at the Boys and Girls Club Monday, educating children about Martin Luther King Day.Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://thehill.com/capital-living/in-the-know/76699-ray-lahood-shovels-trash-arne-duncan-paints-wallsThe Hill - But those are just some of the things Obama administration officials volunteered to do, all across the region, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s National Day of Service. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nj.com/news/index.ssf/2010/01/njs_martin_luther_king_jr_day.htmlThe Star Ledger - The disaster in Haiti inspired impassioned pleas for action and renewed donation drives across the state today, transforming the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday into a much-needed chance to spotlight relief efforts in the devastated Caribbean nation.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.herald-mail.com/?cmd=displaystory&story_id=238125&format=htmlThe Herald-Mail - Kareem Khodary admits he sleeps a lot. But there would be no sleeping in late Monday morning for the Shepherd University political science major and about two dozen other students. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.kktv.com/morenews/headlines/82021547.htmlKKTV CBS - It's the thrill of a lifetime, for a youngster from the Colorado Springs area. On Tuesday, that youngster will be on a plane on his way to meet with President Obama, and he'll be armed with a mission. He'll be telling the President how it feels to have gained a new "Big Brother".Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-greensboro-celebrates-mlk-100118,0,1036086.storyFOX8 News - GREENSBORO, N.C. - South of downtown, on a street that bears the name of one of the country's great civil rights leaders, Greensboro residents came out in droves Monday to celebrate the life and work of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.statenews.com/index.php/article/2010/01/students_volunteer_time_for_mlk_dayMSU State News - Decades after the civil rights movement and a year after the election of the nation's first black president, MLK Day at MSU has become a celebration encompassing more than civil rights for blacks. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.statenews.com/index.php/article/2010/01/students_volunteer_time_for_mlk_dayMSU State News - Decades after the civil rights movement and a year after the election of the nation's first black president, MLK Day at MSU has become a celebration encompassing more than civil rights for blacks. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wndu.com/home/headlines/81988467.htmlwndu.com - Monday was a day off for many, but for nearly 700 community leaders, the Martin Luther King holiday means a day of working toward the future.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.cw.ua.edu/region-honors-mlk-s-legacy-1.2140105Crimson White - Twenty years have passed since President Ronald Reagan signed legislation to create a national holiday celebrating the life of civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.tonic.com/article/how-to-volunteer-on-national-day-of-service/tonic.com - Martin Luther King, Jr. once said, "Life's most persistent and urgent question is: What are you doing for others?" And it is in that spirit that the National Day of Service takes place today, on a holiday celebrating a man who lived and died in service to others.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://sbj.net/main.asp?SectionID=18&SubSectionID=23&ArticleID=86167Springfield Business Journal - When Chris and Jenny Reynolds decided to get involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks, they were somewhat concerned about the time investment. Chris Reynolds is president of business development at Intuitive Web Solutions LLC. Jenny Reynolds is vice president of marketing at CU Community Credit Union. She said they soon found out that mentoring a child fit into their busy schedules.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.2theadvocate.com/opinion/81936722.html2theadvocate.com - 'Life's most persistent and urgent question is: What are you doing for others?' Those words from the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. ring with special urgency today as the nation observes another holiday honoring King's birthday. EditorialMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.rdmag.com/News/Feeds/2010/01/information-tech-call-to-service/R & D Magazine - At Microsoft, we're committed to community service today and year round. Besides donating cash, software and curricula to local communities, the company has always encouraged employees to give their 'time, money, and hope.' And their response has never been greater. Our U.S. employees increasingly use Microsoft's 'matching gifts' program, which provides a $1 for $1 corporate match up to a maximum of $12,000 per year, per employee, including $17 match to nonprofits for every hour that employees volunteer.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.kansascity.com/115/story/1692618.htmlKansascity.com - Kansas City teenagers John Pfaff and Lorenzo Gatapia are going to remember where they were and what they were doing on this Martin Luther King Jr. Day.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.poststar.com/news/local/article_de6b81a6-0499-11df-a185-001cc4c03286.htmlThe Post Star - In March, the transportation group teamed up with the Retired Senior Volunteer Program - or R.S.V.P. - which delivered its own program with volunteers driving their own vehicles that made an additional 150 trips through the region in 2009.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://nonprofit.about.com/b/2010/01/18/mobile-giving-creates-sonic-boom-during-haiti-crisis-4-reasons-why.htmnonprofit.about.com - The simple gravitas of the Red Cross brand ensured that important people and institutions would partner with it. These included the White House, the Corporation for National and Community Service, most media companies, and major corporations. In this case, being big, historical, connected, and well-staffed paid off. The Red Cross was uniquely positioned to raise a lot of money for Haiti relief. BlogMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://michelleobamawatch.com/2010/01/photos-first-family-honors-dr-king-participate-in-national-day-of-service/michelleobamawatch.com - To celebrate the Martin Luther King, Jr National Holiday the First Family, along with 10 Cabinet Secretaries and senior Administration officials, participated in community service projects throughout Washington, DC. According to the White House Press Office, the day was led by the Corporation for National and Community Service and the King Center. The Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service was an opportunity for all Americans to come together to help meet the needs of their communities and make an ongoing commitment to service throughout the year. This year's projects included delivering meals and refurbishing schools to reading to children, and promoting nonviolence to name a few. BlogMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/dcnow/2010/01/obama-administration-marks-day-of-service-.htmlLos Angeles Times - President Obama and his family today visited a nonprofit center that provides meals and other services to the poor as part of the drive to make Martin Luther King Jr. Day a celebration of volunteerism.BlogMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://blog.al.com/spotnews/2010/01/2000_likely_to_volunteer_in_ml.htmlAL.com - Participation in Hands On Birmingham's annual day of service in honor of the fallen civil rights leader has increased significantly in recent years, said an official with the group, which connects volunteers with organizations that need help. BlogMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/local/articles/2010/01/18/20100118mlkservice0118.htmlThe Arizona Republic - Martin Luther King Jr. Day has become a time to do community service, but the tough economy has pushed many of service projects toward helping those in need.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wlbt.com/Global/story.asp?S=11839930WLBT TV NBC 3 - JACKSON, MS (WLBT) - Many are marking Martin Luther King Day with community service. And two Jackson churches teamed up Monday to do just that.Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.ksla.com/Global/story.asp?S=11839008KSLA News 12 - SHREVEPPORT, LA (KSLA)-We are encouraged to observe Martin Luther king, Jr. Day today by doing exactly what Dr. King encouraged people to do, volunteer. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://abclocal.go.com/wjrt/story?section=news/local&id=7225241ABC12.com - If you happen to be driving down MLK Avenue in Flint Monday, you may have noticed more people than usual working to clean the streets and sidewalks of snow and ice. Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www1.voanews.com/english/news/usa/President-Obama-Tribute-Martin-Luther-King-Jr--81989987.htmlVoice Of America - U.S. President Barack Obama led Americans on Monday in honoring the legacy of the slain civil rights leader, Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. For the president, the King Day holiday has a special meaning. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nwcn.com/news/oregon/MLK-Day-events-in-Portland-Metro-area-81978347.htmlNWCN - Portland/Metro East Habitat for Humanity and volunteers will dedicate four newly completed homes and pass the keys to the new homeowners at a ceremony at 11:30 a.m. Monday at Jubilee Commons , a Habitat condominium development Southeast 197th Avenue between Burnside and Stark streets in Gresham's Rockwood neighborhood, to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. The ceremony will mark completion of 14 homes in the development that will eventually include 23 homes built in a U-shape around a community center.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://abclocal.go.com/kgo/story?section=news/local/north_bay&id=7225892KGO-TV - MARIN CITY, CA (KGO) -- Monday morning's downpour did not stop more than 270 volunteers from planting the first-ever garden for school children at the Martin Luther King Jr. Academy in Marin City. Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.niagara-gazette.com/communities/local_story_018203301.htmlNiagara Gazette - On a day when the nation paused to remember the accomplishments of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, students and community members took time to honor King's legacy by working on local improvement projects. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.edmondsun.com/local/x1059039520/UCO-honors-MLK-with-day-onEdmond Sun - Levi Harrel, a University of Central Oklahoma senior, said his grandfather's recitations of Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I have a dream' speech helped inspire him to serve others. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.independentmail.com/news/2010/jan/18/mlk-day-marked-day-service-clemson-university/Anderson Independent Mail - Clemson students, faculty members and staff participated in a day of service honoring the slain civil rights leader at the 10th annual Day of Service at the school.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.seattlepi.com/local/414372_king19.htmlPost-Intelligencer - The Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration, which brought more than 1,400 people to the Garfield rally and a march to the Seattle federal building, "shows the community Dr. King described is a little bit closer to reality," County Executive Dow Constantine told the crowd.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.kansascity.com/115/story/1692721.htmlKansas City Star - Kansas Citians remembered and celebrated the principles of Martin Luther King Jr. Monday by gathering in song, solemn prayer and rousing sermons.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.kypost.com/content/wcposhared/story/MLK-Service-Project-Hammers-Away/DYa6L6Z7FkW1a-pPNf8g-w.cspxkypost.com - On this day of service to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a Tri-State college decided to think outside the box.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wpri.com/dpp/news/students-pledge-service-on-mlk-day-WPRI - PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - In honor of MLK Day, local students pledged their service to the community.Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.lsureveille.com/news/students-commemorate-martin-luther-king-jr-through-service-and-ceremony-1.2138233LSU Reveille - Many University students spent Monday remembering the dream of nonviolent, direct community action of one of the most influential leaders of the civil rights movement almost 42 years after he died. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.star-telegram.com/sports/story/1902716.htmlStar-Telegram - Although she was picking up trash in Sycamore Park, Fort Worth Polytechnic junior Queniqua Luckey had a big smile on her face. After all, she was one of about 30 students doing the mundane chore alongside newly signed Texas Rangers left-hander Darren Oliver, as well as former major league infielder Homer Bush.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.timescall.com/news_story.asp?ID=20336Longmont Times-Call - Longmont High student Danielle Telson, 18, will introduce Gov. Bill Ritter, Lt. Gov. Barbara O'Brien, Mayor John Hickenlooper and other dignitaries, before the 10:30 a.m. start of the 'Marade,' as it's known, from City Park to Civic Center Park.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://whyy.org/cms/news/uncategorized/2010/01/18/king-day-of-service-in-full-swing/28181WHYY - Participation locally is expected to reach a national record of about 70,000 people, scattered across 1100 different service projects. Girard College in North Philadelphia hosted the signature event. Michelle Kaleb is one of the volunteers. She says Dr. King would be proud of the day of service at the institution, which he pushed to integrate 45 years ago.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.kansascity.com/115/story/1691855.htmlThe Kansas City Star - This year's theme, 'Embracing the Dream; Striving For Peace, Economic and Moral Justice At Home and Worldwide,' seeks to continue King's efforts to pursue social justice, organizers said.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.philly.com/inquirer/opinion/81949982.htmlThe Philadelphia Inquirer - Across this region, a record 70,000 volunteers are expected to participate in more than 1,000 community-service projects in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. For them, it is a day on, not a day off.EditorialMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.regionalfoodbank.org/Food-Bank-Blog/?p=300Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma - More than one hundred volunteers are out in our Volunteer Center right now serving the community in need by sorting food donations in honor of MLK Day of Service. BlogMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://wrongful-convictions.blogspot.com/2010/01/local-volunteers-take-part-in-annual.htmlWrongful-Convictions - People throughout the country were celebrating the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Monday. Here in the Delaware Valley, thousands of volunteers were fanned out at various events to do their part. BlogMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://foodshuttle.wordpress.com/2010/01/18/mlk-day-of-service-2/Inter-Faith Food Shuttle - Our friends from the Jewish Community Relations Council came out to pack and deliver grocery bags for seniors today in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr Day. BlogMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://blog.ups.com/2010/01/18/king-holiday-a-day-on-not-a-day-off/King Holiday: A Day On, Not A Day Off - The King Holiday also provides a unique opportunity to teach young people about the value of volunteer engagement. This year, on the King Holiday I will be using a vacation day to participate in a service project with young women from the Atlanta Girls School. We will be creating outdoor nature paths at a local elementary school. I look forward to helping these future leaders learn about the critical role that community service must play in the life of a responsible global citizen.BlogMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wfaa.com/community/Former-Dallas-Cowboy-Emmitt-Smith-honors-Dr-Martin-Luther-King-Jr-81999752.htmlWFAA-TV - North Texas and the nation aren't just pausing to remember the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Many spent the Monday holiday working to keep it alive, as the nation marks what would have been the civil rights leader's 81st birthday. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wbay.com/Global/story.asp?S=11840178ABC 2 WBAY - They volunteered at the Emergency Shelter of the Fox Valley. Some served up meals and others cleaned up from a recent flood.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wvnstv.com/story.cfm?func=viewstory&storyid=73640WVNS-TV - The Citizen's Conservation Corp used the National Day of Service to help new mothers get baby supplies. Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2010/jan/18/obamas-volunteer-dc-soup-kitchen/Washington Times - President Obama and his family paid tribute Monday to slain civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. by serving hot lunches to the needy in Washington. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.kolotv.com/home/headlines/82000452.htmlKOLO-TV - Monday would have been Rev. Martin Luther King's 81st birthday. It was also the 25thfederal observance of the holiday in his honor. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.dailynews.com/news/ci_14218247Daily News - Heavy rains and strong wind gusts couldn't dilute the will of more than 200 volunteers Monday who painted murals, cleaned bleachers and organized library books at Van Nuys Middle School in an effort to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.myfoxtwincities.com/dpp/news/obamas-mlk-day-of-service-0118101263858112813Myfox9.com - President Barack Obama served plates of steaming hot lunches to the needy on Monday, one of several ways the nation's first black president paid tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. on the federal holiday that honors the slain civil rights leader. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.ktre.com/Global/story.asp?S=11841451KTRE - The Nacogdoches celebration of more than 100 included prayers for the community and its youth. Talk abounded about how to carry on the "dream." Not just today, but every day.Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://slweber.blogspot.com/2010/01/mlk-day-2010.htmlA City Year: Experiences in Harlem - City Year was founded on the Beloved Community that Dr. King talked about 40 years ago. His messages are what we in City Year use as inspiration to continue the work that we do on those days that can be oh-so-difficult. Today the Nation remembers this great man and the work that he did, not only in racial relations, but also in community service. He showed how easy it was to help your fellow man.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://wdef.com/news/sau_cgla_team_up_for_mlk_day_of_service/01/2010WDEF News 12 - Students from Southern Adventist University joined those from the Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy Monday for a Day of Service.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wctv.tv/home/headlines/81997122.htmlWCTV-TV - Community members enjoy a big turnout for the annual MLK Day of Service. There was fun, education, and the spirit of volunteerism.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://abclocal.go.com/wpvi/video?id=7225050&rss=rss-wpvi-video-7225050Action News -  Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.philly.com/philly/news/breaking/20100118_70_000_volunteer_for_King_Day_of_Service_projects.htmlPhiladelphia Inquirer - About 70,000 volunteers are taking part today in the 15th annual Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service, giving their time and energy to help those in need. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://kohawktalk-kali.blogspot.com/2010/01/mlk-day-of-service.htmlKohawk Talk - Classes have commenced though not today. Today classes were canceled to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day. In the spirit of this day, the Service Learning Department hosted a service opportunity for students on campus. BlogMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://wwje.wordpress.com/2010/01/18/mlk-day-of-service/  - As part of the national holiday celebrating the life and work of Dr. King World Hunger Relief, Inc. will be working at nine gardens in Waco. BlogMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://nonprofit.about.com/b/2010/01/18/mlk-day-of-service-merges-with-helping-haiti.htmAbout.com: Nonprofit Charitable Blogs - Today, we celebrate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. and the spirit of service he exemplified and inspires. It is also nearly a week since the disastrous earthquake in Haiti. These events have merged in the minds of Americans, and many of us will serve our communities even as we find ways to help with the relief efforts in Haiti. BlogMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.klewtv.com/news/local/82003807.htmlKLEW TV - In Lewiston, two little volunteers were helping their schools raise money for earthquake victims in Haiti.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.fox11online.com/dpp/news/lawrence-students-serve-on-mlk-dayFox11online.com - APPLETON - The temptation may be there to lounge around on a day off, but these Lawrence University students are serving the community. Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.myfoxmemphis.com/dpp/news/tennessee/011810_mlk-remembered-by-community-serviceMy Fox Memphis - Booker says, "It's not necessarily the number of people but to show that there are interested citizens in each community who are willing to do what they can."Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wsaz.com/news/headlines/81997702.htmlWSAZ News Channel 3 - 'This is a wonderful day for our community where so many came out to volunteer, and our residents appreciate it and can come out and enjoy a warm meal on a day like today, which is a day of service," said John Clarke, director of the Homeless Coalition.Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sunherald.com/prnewswire/story/1875028.htmlSun Herald - President, Cabinet Secretaries, Elected Officials Make Holiday A Day On, Not a Day Off WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The same spirit of compassion and generosity that has driven an extraordinary outpouring of support for Haitian relief will today be directed at tackling pressing problems at home, as hundreds of thousands of Americans will join in volunteer service projects across the country as part of the annual Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service.Press ReleaseMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sacbee.com/opinion/story/2469148.htmlThe Sacramento Bee - Most people know about King's long fight to end legal discrimination and segregation by race. Less well known, however, is his mid-1960s turn to a "second phase" in the civil rights struggle "to lift the load of poverty" from people of all backgrounds.EditorialMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wkrg.com/alabama/article/a_day_on_not_a_day_off/655570/Jan-18-2010_5-39-pm/WKRG - CBS News - So, students and their families from the University of South Alabama put those words to work. Hundreds rolled up their sleeves and did yard work, painted and helped those in greater need.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.independentmail.com/news/2010/jan/18/what-are-you-doing-easing-burdens-another-among-li/Independent Mail - The national celebration to honor Martin Luther King Jr. as 'a day on, not a day off' is evident in the Upstate, as college students celebrate the late civil rights leader with community projects. There are observances and programs at Anderson University and Clemson University, and Hospice of the Upstate will have its sixth annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Breakfast today. (Clemson's celebration continues Tuesday. For a full listing of all events planned, visit our Web site: Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.walb.com/Global/story.asp?S=11841062WALB News 10 NBC - THOMASVILLE, GA (WALB) - While the MLK holiday gave kids a day off from school, some students in Thomasville put their time to good use. They used their time off to help people in need. They spent the day working with Hands on Thomas County.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/34920825/ns/politics-white_house/msnbc.com - WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama served plates of steaming hot lunches to the needy on Monday, one of several ways the nation's first black president paid tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. on the federal holiday that honors the slain civil rights leader. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.kxii.com/home/headlines/81991577.htmlKXII-TV - DURANT, OK - Students, faculty, staff, and community members celebrated Southeastern Oklahoma State University's 13th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Monday.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://westseattleblog.com/2010/01/mlk-day-at-greenbridge-a-day-on-not-a-day-offWest Seattle Blog - A joint event between the Southwest Boys and Girls Club, the Red Cross and HOPE worldwide at Greenbridge (map) combined messages of civil rights and disaster preparedness to honor and celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Day.BlogMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wafb.com/Global/story.asp?S=11841002WBXH - BATON ROUGE, LA (WAFB) - The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday was a chance for some community activists to come full circle, from civil rights to clean change. About 150 LSU students and community leaders worked to revitalize homes and businesses in old South Baton Rouge. Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.ksbitv.com/news/81990687.htmlKSBI 52 - Hundreds of Oklahomans take the time to honor Doctor Martin Luther King Jr. Crowds gathered at the Oklahoma History Museum to ring the bell as a symbol of freedom. The day started with a silent march from the Freedom Center to honor a leader of the civil rights movement. Governor Brad Henry says the words that doctor king spoke on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial are just as powerful and relevant today as they were in 1963.Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://wowktv.com/story.cfm?func=viewstory&storyid=73631wowktv.com - HUNTINGTON -- Some volunteers spent their holiday helping the needy today. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.lasvegasnow.com/Global/story.asp?S=11840715Lasvegasnow.com - LAS VEGAS -- Dozens of volunteers are using the Martin Luther King Day holiday to give a Las Vegas school a makeover. Lunt Elementary got a good scrubbing -- from the walls inside the hallway to the outside playground.Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-news/residential-light-fixtures-19563923/Georgia-Power-celebrates-MLK-Day-with-energy-efficient-lighting-offerselightbulbs.com - For the past decade, Georgia Power and Southern Company has honored Martin Luther King Jr. with a day of service. This MLK Day, they will focus on kicking off energy-efficient projects in the city of Atlanta. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.newsnet5.com/news/22266807/detail.html NewsNet5.com - CLEVELAND -- Students celebrated civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. at Cleveland's John F. Kennedy High School on Monday. Broadcast/ TranscriptMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.idahostatesman.com/boise/story/1046407.htmlIdaho Statesman.com - Carrying signs and banners, hundreds of Idahoans celebrated Martin Luther King Jr./Idaho Human Rights Day during three different events in Boise on Monday.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://brosher.com/blogs/photo/?p=383&cpage=1#comment-105James Brosher Photography - Sophia Lyman paints carefully around a mirror in a bathroom during the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Monday, Jan. 18, 2010, at Girls Inc. Lyman, an Ivy Tech student, joined other volunteers to paint rooms at the center. BlogMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/michigan/news.newsmain/article/0/0/1600913/Michigan.All.Things.Considered/A.Hamtramck.Family.Gets.A.New.Home.on.MLK.DayMichigan Radio, NPR - HAMTRAMCK, MI (Michigan Radio) - A Hamtramck family celebrated Martin Luther King Day by moving into a new house that's the result of a 40-year-old housing discrimination case.Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://gwadmissions.blogspot.com/2010/01/mlk-day-of-service.htmlGW Student Blog - Today, Martin Luther King, Jr. day has been re-branded as a day not only to remember and admire one of our nation's most notable heroes, but also to promote his legacy of service for the greater good. As a result, thousands of us worldwide took part in service projects throughout the country today, making it "A Day On, Not a Day Off."BlogMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.mydailyfind.com/features/two-faiths-unite-to-plant-trees-for-mlk-day-of-service.htmlMy Daily Find - On Sunday, January 17, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, volunteers from Valley Beth Shalom (VBS), a synagogue in Encino, and the New Philadelphia AME Church in Rancho Dominguez, planted trees and distributed bare root fruit trees donated by the TreePeople.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://mediagallery.usatoday.com/Martin-Luther-King-Day-of-Service/G1406USA Today - Three busloads of volunteers for Martin Luther King Day of Service arrive at O'Keeffe Elementary on Chicago's South Side to begin their projects Saturday. They and thousands of other Americans spent part of this Martin Luther King Jr. weekend volunteering their time as the move to turn the holiday into a day of national service gains momentum. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2010/01/18/MLK-day-of-service-slips-co-founder-says/UPI-54341263823030/UPI.com - The day set aside to honor civil rights leader Martin Luther King has a way to go before it truly honors his legacy, the U.S. congressional co-sponsors said.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nydailynews.com/ny_local/bronx/2010/01/18/2010-01-18_serve__pray_on_mlk_day_bronx_commemoration_of_holiday_includes_community_action.htmlNew York Daily News - Whether it's through prayer or community service, Bronxites are taking time Monday to honor the legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/valleynewsdispatch/s_662783.htmlThe Valley News Dispatch - A slew of volunteer activities are planned throughout the Alle-Kiski Valley and beyond to commemorate the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr. today. The closure of government offices and school districts for the federal holiday should provide some quality time for volunteering, say celebrants of the slain Civil Rights leader. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100118/NEWS/100119762Capecodonline.com - As many enjoyed a day off today, others considered Martin Luther King Day a 'day on.' In its 10th annual day of service on the holiday, AmeriCorps Cape Cod brought together more than 150 volunteers for a food drive to restock shelves of Cape food pantries. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/01/17/AR2010011703286_pf.htmlThe Washington Post - During his single term in the U.S. Senate, Wofford (D-Pa.) partnered with Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.) in 1994 to pass the King Holiday and Service Act. Both men, veterans of the civil rights movement who were friends of King, were fed up and disappointed with what the holiday had become. Rather than a day of unity and service as they had envisioned, the holiday was little more than broadcasts of the "I have a dream" speech and sales at shopping malls.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://liveshots.blogs.foxnews.com/2010/01/18/attorney-general-holder-honors-mlk-day/liveshot.blogs.foxnews - 'I'm Eric from D.C.' That's how the nation's first African-American attorney general, Eric Holder, introduced himself Monday morning to more than 50 homeless men and women gathered at a church in Washington. BlogMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.myfoxdc.com/dpp/mornings/holly_live/holly-morris-mld-day-011810FOX News DC - Monday is the day the nation honors the memory and accomplishments of the slain civil rights leader. The Obama's plan to participate in a service event and they're asking you to do so too. FOX 5's Holly Morris joined us from one big event in northwest D.C.Broadcast / TranscriptMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://content.usatoday.com/communities/kindness/post/2010/01/mlk-day-a-touchstone-for-haiti-support-over-the-long-term/1USA Today - Often, the best way to honor a lost hero's memory and legacy is to carry that individual's work forward, building on his dream and hope for a better future. Such is the case with Martin Luther King Jr., a man whose life continues to inspire peace, compassion and understanding around the world.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/aarps-create-the-good-promotes-service-on-mlk-birthday-81960847.htmlPR Newswire - While the nation celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King's birthday, AARP honors his legacy by shining the light on service through Create The Good - a national initiative that aims to connect individuals with volunteer opportunities in their local communities. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.seacoastonline.com/articles/20100118-OPINION-1180318Sea Coast Online - This short and utilitarian quote, credited to the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., speaks volumes about his life and work, and his hopes for Americans, both his contemporaries and those of generations to follow.EditorialMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.reflector.com/news/ecu-plans-volunteer-events-vigil-honor-king-20492The Daily Reflector - As the nation honors the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday on Monday, a group of East Carolina University students will be putting the civil rights leader's words into action. About 125 students are expected to participate in the 2010 MLK Day Challenge. The seventh annual event, organized by ECU's Volunteer and Service-Learning Center, matches students up with nonprofit organizations for a variety of projects. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.forbes.com/feeds/ap/2010/01/18/general-us-obama-call-to-service_7282241.html?boxes=HomepagebusinessnewsForbes Magazine - WASHINGTON -- A retired teacher went back to a classroom in need. A barber is giving time to a child whose first years remind him of his own. A college graduate decided to help kids learn instead of helping investors on Wall Street.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://nashville.bizjournals.com/nashville/stories/2010/01/18/daily3.htmlNashville Business Journal - Cities of Service and the Rockefeller Foundation announced today that Nashville is one of 10 cities to win a $200,000 two-year grant to hire a 'chief service officer' to develop and implement a citywide plan for increasing volunteerism.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2010/01/18/Obamas-participate-in-MLK-service-event/UPI-87531263819130/UPI - Men, women and children listened to a radio playing jazz music in the brick-walled basement of the facility operated by So Others Might Eat, as President Barack Obama, first lady Michelle Obama, daughters Sasha and Malia, and grandmother Marian Robinson dished the food and refreshments.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://heraldnet.com/article/20100115/NEWS01/701159898Heraldnet.com - That's the vision of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday being fostered for the first time by three local agencies.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.misericordia.edu/news/news_full.cfm?news_id=53074Misericordia University - Misericordia University Campus Ministry students and staff partnered with the Kids Care Club of Jewish Family Service of Greater Wilkes-Barre to fill and distribute 30 diaper bags to mothers in need as part of the National Day of Service to commemorate the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thetelegraph.com/news/boys-35270-new-.htmlThe Telegraph - The Boys & Girls Club of Bethalto is encouraging the community to donate new or gently worn shoes for Soles4Souls, a charity that distributes footwear to people in need. As part of its Martin Luther King Day of Service project, the club today kicked off its shoe drive and will continue collecting shoes until Feb. 26. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?Americans mark MLK Day by serving their communitiesThe Colony Courier - Leader - Though often overlooked in the Metroplex, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is being celebrated around the country today in honor of the civil rights leader's enduring legacy of love and peace.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/01/17/AR2010011703286.html?sub=ARThe Washington Post - For a decade and half, Harris Wofford has taken what Americans do on the national holiday marking the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy personally. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wyff4.com/news/22264943/detail.htmlWYFF News 4 - Many Upstate residents observed the national MLK Day of Service by lending their time and talents to an organization. Dozens of volunteers showed up to help out at the Center for Community Services in Simpsonville. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.denverpost.com/breakingnews/ci_14216589The Denver Post - The ceremony celebrating the civil rights icon began at 10 a.m., with prayer and remarks by Colorado officials including Gov. Bill Ritter and Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper. From City Park, the crowd made the 3-mile trek down East Colfax Avenue, finishing at Civic Center.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.kyw1060.com/Area-Volunteers-Celebrate-MLK-Day-of-Service/6141326KWY Newsradio 1060 - People throughout the country were celebrating the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Monday. Here in the Delaware Valley, thousands of volunteers were fanned out at various events to do their part.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www2.eprisenow.com/ent/news/local/article/national_challenges_addressed_on_mlk_day/123340/The Enterprise Ledger - 'This year, we're seeing more projects focused on helping those suffering during these tough economic times,' said Nicola Goren, acting CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service, the federal agency charged with leading the MLK Day of Service. 'By serving on King Day, hundreds of thousands of Americans will make real and lasting impacts on the lives of people in need in their communities.' Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.foxbusiness.com/story/americans-mark-king-day-serving-communities/Fox Business - The same spirit of compassion and generosity that has driven an extraordinary outpouring of support for Haitian relief will today be directed at tackling pressing problems at home, as hundreds of thousands of Americans will join in volunteer service projects across the country as part of the annual Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/americans-mark-king-day-by-serving-their-communities-81957772.htmlPR Newswire - The same spirit of compassion and generosity that has driven an extraordinary outpouring of support for Haitian relief will today be directed at tackling pressing problems at home, as hundreds of thousands of Americans will join in volunteer service projects across the country as part of the annual Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/pittsburgh/print_662780.htmlPittsburgh-Tribune Review - More than 250 volunteers are expected to spend the day working on a host of community service projects. Bob Ziller, a local artist, will lead volunteers in painting artwork on chipboard panels to be installed on abandoned buildings.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/01/18/AR2010011800004.htmlThe Washington Post - A retired teacher went back to a classroom in need. A barber is giving time to a child whose first years remind him of his own. A college graduate decided to help kids learn instead of helping investors on Wall Street. When President Barack Obama called for Americans to volunteer, all three listened. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/americans-mark-king-day-by-serving-their-communities,1123178.shtmlEarth Times - The same spirit of compassion and generosity that has driven an extraordinary outpouring of support for Haitian relief will today be directed at tackling pressing problems at home, as hundreds of thousands of Americans will join in volunteer service projects across the country as part of the annual Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.forconstructionpros.com/online/Asphalt-News/Transportation-Secretary-Ray-LaHood-Volunteers-in-DC-Community-for-MLK-Day-of-Service/41FCP14774For Construction Pros - U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood joined with senior DOT leadership, DOT employees, and community volunteers, to mark the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service by cleaning up a public space adjacent to Garfield Park in Southeast Washington, DC. Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.usatoday.com/news/sharing/2010-01-17-mlk-service_N.htmUSA Today - The volunteers are among hundreds of thousands of Americans expected to spend part of this Martin Luther King Jr. Day volunteering their time as the move to turn the holiday into a day of national service continues.Print ArticleMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nyccah.org/files/ElDiario_MLK_Jan10.pdfEl Diario (The Diary) - NUEVA YORK — Con un discurso apasionado, Joel Berg, director ejecutivo de New York City Coalition Against Hunger, dio inicio a las actividades especiales del fin de semana de Martin Luther King donde 400 voluntarios trabajarán en 30 cocinas comunales y bodegas comunitarias en toda la ciudad.Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.socialcitizens.org/blog/make-it-day-online-mlk-day-virtual-town-hall?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+SocialCitizensBlog+(Social+Citizens+Blog)Social Citizens.org - On Monday, the Points of Light Institute and HandsOn Network will bring the nation together in service, dialogue and reflection during the MLK Day Virtual Town Hall to honor the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King. For those of you who have made it a 'Day On' already and have found a service project in your community, thanks for your service. For those of you who are stuck in front of your computers on Monday, don't worry, you can tune in and join the interactive dialogue here.BlogSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.huffingtonpost.com/steven-culbertson/youth-poised-for-action_b_426323.htmlThe Huffington Post - Those of us in the national service field and nonprofit sector spend a lot of time preparing for big events. As an MLK Day grantee from the Corporation for National and Community Service, the staff at Youth Service America and I have been working with schools and organizations across the United States to launch a Semester of Service, problem solving of both intensity and duration, starting on the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service. BlogSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/01/17/martin-luther-king-day-vo_n_425552.htmlhuffingtonpost.com - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. has long been celebrated as one of the most influential voices in the American Civil Rights Movement. His unyielding commitment to racial equality ultimately cost him his life, which was cut short before he could witness the impact he would make for civil rights of all kinds. In 1986, the Federal government (with the help of some key supporters like Stevie Wonder) declared the third Monday of January a day of remembrance to honor Dr. King's accomplishments and sacrifices. BlogSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.mercurynews.com/breaking-news/ci_14212262San Jose Mercury News - On today's National Day of Service, more than a million volunteers will answer the call, carrying trowels to plant gardens, ladles to feed the hungry and linens to line the beds of the homeless. The only armies larger than this one-day wonder are the People's Liberation Army of China and the United States military, the latter an all-volunteer force that costs nearly $700 billion a year to maintain. MLK Day volunteers, by contrast, work for the sheer joy of it.Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/18/nyregion/18volunteers.htmlThe New York Times - The program, Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg's response to President Obama's call to increase civic service, began in April and includes nearly 200 AmeriCorps Vista volunteers who have fanned out across the city as a kind of consulting force, helping nonprofit agencies fine-tune their programs and recruit and deploy even more volunteers. Their work, city officials say, has resulted in 18,000 new volunteers serving 67,000 New Yorkers.Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.ohio.com/lifestyle/81912067.htmlAkron Beacon Journal - Prince of Peace Baptist Church — 10:45 a.m. today at 844 Garth Ave., Akron. Celebrate the 24th annual tribute to Dr. King at morning worship. Theme is Remember! Celebrate! Act ! — A Day On, Not a Day Off. The Rev. Robert L. Golson is keynote speaker. The public is invited. 330-762-4997.Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://blog.al.com/birmingham-news-commentary/2010/01/honor_dr_king_through_words_an.htmlThe Birgminham News - On Monday in Birmingham and across the nation, we will pay respect to a great American hero who gave his life to advance social justice, equality and opportunity for all.Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.heraldsun.com/pages/full_story/push?article-A+day+for+service%20&id=5584098&instance=columnistsHerald-Sun - Today in Durham and across the nation, we will pay respect to a great American hero who gave his life to advance social justice, equality, and opportunity for all. Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.channel3000.com/family/22257659/detail.htmlChannel 3000 - The Martin Luther King Day of Service was signed into law by President Bill Clinton in 1994. Some in Madison got an early start on their Day of Service by volunteering over the weekend, WISC-TV reported.Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.burlingtonfreepress.com/print/article/20100117/OPINION02/1170310/My-Turn-Honor-King-with-serviceBurlington Free Press - Today, many Vermonters are struggling. Nonprofit organizations who support low-income Vermonters, provide retraining to the unemployed and give support to children are stretched beyond thin. The populations they serve are growing at the same time that their revenue sources are cutting back on philanthropic giving. Worse, those that get public funding are learning about massive reductions in the coming year. Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sbsun.com/news/ci_14212587The San Bernardino Sun - The kids who are mentored are more likely to try new things and meet new people and are able to develop new relationships," she said. "They are less likely to join a gang or do drugs because of the positive relationships and influence in their lives." Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.bakersfield.com/news/local/x113240201/Andrae-Gonzales-Celebrating-greatness-todayThe Bakersfield Californian - Something incredible is happening today in our community. People of all ages and backgrounds are working together to serve the community in celebration of the life of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. EditorialSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.dailymail.com/foodandliving/201001170368Charleston Daily Mail - For a decade and half, Harris Wofford has taken what Americans do on the national holiday marking the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy personally.Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.doubleqcountry.com/artman2/publish/LOCAL_NEWS_9/KING_DAY_HOLIDAY_IS_MONDAY_with_audio.shtmlKQSK 97.5 FM - Today is Martin Luther King Day...a federal holiday as well as a one for most states. Federal, state, and county offices are closed and there is no mail delivery. Banks and financial institutions are closed, but most schools have classes as usual. Broadcast / TranscriptSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www2.hickoryrecord.com/content/2010/jan/17/remembering-his-life-message/news/Hickory Record - Hickory - There are several events in Catawba County beginning today to remember the life and message of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Currently, there is a King-era exhibit on display at the Hickory Museum of Art. "Rhythm + Rights: 1960s Era Photography by Mervin Sealy" will be on exhibit at the Gifford and Regal Galleries of the Hickory Museum of Art. This exhibit will run through Jan. 31. Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.greatfallstribune.com/article/20100117/NEWS01/1170308/Hi-Line-buses-will-be-fueled-with-biodiesel-made-locallyGreat Falls Tribune - Starting Monday, the free Hi-Line bus service will be filling its tanks with 5 percent biodiesel, which is produced by Montana State University-Northern's Bio Energy Center. Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20100117/ARTICLE/1171031/-1/NEWSSITEMAPHerald Tribune - AmeriCorps 20/20 VISTA Vision Project members and community volunteers will perform a day of service in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.times-standard.com/localnews/ci_14211024The Times Standard - While some may be taking it easy on Monday, others will be honoring slain civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr. through celebrations and volunteerism. Last year, Straight Up AmeriCorps gathered hundreds of volunteers and residents to build a playground in Manilla to honor King's life and work. This year, the local AmeriCorps group has plans to spread its volunteers around a little, Program Manager Meredith VandenBranden said. Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wiretapmag.org/wire/44937/wiretap.org - As we know, AmeriCorps State and National members face limits in fundraising on the clock. So asking whether or not AmeriCorps members can participate in the extensive fundraising effort underway to benefit Haiti relief is certainly relevant. Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.myfoxhouston.com/dpp/news/politics/100117-obama-volunteerismfoxnews.com - WASHINGTON - A retired teacher went back to a classroom in need. A barber is giving time to a child whose first years remind him of his own. A college graduate decided to help kids learn instead of helping investors on Wall Street.Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.huffingtonpost.com/steven-culbertson/youth-poised-for-action_b_426323.htmlhuffingtonpost.com - Sometimes we forget. Those of us in the national service field and nonprofit sector spend a lot of time preparing for big events. As an MLK Day grantee from the Corporation for National and Community Service, the staff at Youth Service America and I have been working with schools and organizations across the United States to launch a Semester of Service, problem solving of both intensity and duration, starting on the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service. BlogSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.ajc.com/opinion/fulfill-kings-goal-with-277128.htmlAJC - Today we celebrate the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s contributions to the world with a day of service. Increasingly, millions of Americans view his holiday as 'a day on, not a day off' — an occasion to volunteer with a nonprofit, make a New Year's commitment as a mentor, or create a dialogue around the unfulfilled legacy of King.Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://wake.mync.com/site/wake/news/story/46958/area-organizations-honor-mlk-through-servicewake.mync.com - For the fifth year, United Way of the Greater Triangle (UWGT) will present the Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service on Monday, January 18, 2010. Durham, Orange and Wake counties will host a total of 30 community-service projects to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King by making the holiday "A Day On, Not a Day Off," across the Triangle.Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.ktnv.com/global/story.asp?s=11836379kntv.com - Eighty NV Energy employees and family members will spend their Martin Luther King holiday volunteering at Three Square Food Bank as part of the MLK Day of Service.Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.seacoastonline.com/articles/20100117-NEWS-1170328seacoastonline.com - Newington Sandpipers Presents a MLK Tribute in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Sunday, Jan. 17 at 3 p.m. at Rye Congregational Church, 580 Washington Road in Rye. Donations will be accepted at the door; the suggested donation is $8 for adults and $3 for children over 12. For information, contact the director at 868-2911 or kbmck@comcast.net. Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://wtop.com/?nid=598&sid=1866179Frederick Post News - When 11-year-old Walkersville Middle School student Roshan Rao found out about a poetry contest in honor of Martin Luther King Jr., he had an immediate vision in his mind of what he would write.Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.clevelandbanner.com/index.cfm?event=news.view&id=39BFFDA0-19B9-E2E2-67616C958C43BC1DCleveland Daily Banner - Jonathan Porter, 46, president of 100 Black Men of Bradley County, said concentrating efforts on education, economic development, health/wellness and mentoring will continue to be the agency's focus in the community. Banner photo, WILLIAM WRIGHT Emphasis on service and education will be primary features in the life of Jonathan Porter who became president of 100 Black Men of Bradley County on Jan. 1, 2010. Porter said he agrees with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. who stated, 'Life's most urgent and persistent question is: What are you doing for others?' Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/baltimore-city/bal-md.ci.service17jan17,0,1904329.storyThe Baltimore Sun - Asia Miller plans to dedicate her Martin Luther King Jr. holiday to serving others. She feels that it will be the best way to honor the slain civil rights leader's memory. She's not alone.Print ArticleSun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.news-leader.com/article/20100116/LIFE07/1160312/Lessons+from+Martin+Luther+King+Jr.News Leader - For Brentwood Christian Church in Springfield, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is not a day to sleep in but to reach out and practice King's teachings in the community, church leaders and members say. "We really started making sure that people saw Martin Luther King Day as a day on, not a day off," said Emily Bowen, associate pastor at Brentwood. Print ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.insidebayarea.com/opinion/sanmateo/ci_14201136The Oakland Tribune - ON MONDAY, as we honor the great legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., it will be hard not to think of another civil rights pioneer: the late Sen. Ted Kennedy. Like Dr. King, Sen. Kennedy dreamed of a country bound by social justice, equality and a strong tradition of public service.EditorialSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.democratandchronicle.com/print/article/20100116/NEWS01/1160345/Martin-Luther-King-Jr.-Day-eventsDemocrat and Chronicle - Illuminating King's Legacies: Creating the Beloved Community: Talk, film and discussion presented by Doris Meadows. Part of the 19th Ward Association's Luminary activities. Noon to 1:30 p.m. Arnett Branch, Rochester Public Library, 310 Arnett Blvd. Free. (585) 428-8214, (585) 328-6571 or www.luminaryevening.com.Print ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www2.journalnow.com/content/2010/jan/17/recognizing-our-mentors1/journalnow.com - We can help a person to be himself by our own willingness to steep ourselves temporarily in his world, in his private feelings and experiences. By our affirmation of the person as he is, we give him support and strength to take the next step in his own growth. Print ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.post-trib.com/news/porter/1994022,vstewardship0116.articlePost-Tribune - A new initiative will link three local colleges with not-for-profit agencies, a governmental body and environmental consultants to spearhead service learning projects that will protect, restore and enhance the region's watershed.Print ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.huffingtonpost.com/tamar-abrams/coming-up-my-moment-with_b_426051.htmlhuffingtonpost.com - On Wednesday I'm going to the White House. Or maybe I should be more specific: I am invited to the White House. Honestly, and not in that "yeah, I've got a piece of paper that vaguely resembles White House stationery" sort of way. I'm invited to a White House reception to celebrate National Mentoring Month. Print ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thenewsstar.com/article/20100116/NEWS01/1160313The News Star - The Rev. Oliver Billups told those attending Monroe's 31st Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Salute on Friday that the man who graduates today and quits exploring for new knowledge the next day becomes uneducated. "Through exploration or trial and error we learn lessons that will last a lifetime," he said while encouraging the young in attendance to begin their own explorations.Print ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.oregonlive.com/news/index.ssf/2010/01/portland-area_volunteers_remai.htmlOregonLive.com - Last year was a banner year for volunteering on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the only federal holiday designated as a national day of service. This year, around Portland at least, the numbers are likely to be even higher. Print ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://socialentrepreneurship.change.org/blog/view/three_common_questions_about_the_social_innovation_fund change.org - For the past week or so, Sean Stannard-Stockton has been diligently chronicling the public commentary about the Social Innovation Fund's recent Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA). Print ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.miamiherald.com/news/southflorida/story/1428239.htmlMiami Herald - CORAL SPRINGS • U.S. Rep. John Lewis of Georgia, one of the ``Big Six' leaders of the Civil Rights Movement, appears at three events in the city on Friday, Jan. 15. Lewis will speak at a luncheon at noon at Coral Springs Marriott, 11775 Heron Bay Blvd. ($40). Also at 7 p.m., the city will present a cultural show at Coral Springs Center for the Arts, 2855 Coral Springs Dr. ($5, $1 ages 17 and under), and at 9 p.m. a VIP reception will be at the art center ($20). 954-344-1834.Print ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/newmark/detail??blogid=67&entry_id=55412San Francisco Chronicle - We are calling on educators and web professionals to join our new effort - the 2010 MLK Day Technology Challenge. The purpose is simple: to connect schools and non-profits that have technology needs, including skills training and mentorship, with web professionals, developers, graphic designers and new media professionals who are willing to volunteer their skills for the common good. Read more: http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/newmark/detail??blogid=67&entry_id=55412#ixzz0cvcFXq5aPrint ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.azcentral.com/news/articles/2010/01/15/20100115mr-kingfestival0116.htmlazcentral.com - At 58, Goodie is gratified to see part of Dr. Martin Luther King's dream realized, as people of all races join together to celebrate King's legacy. In the early days of Mesa's King Day festivities, which started in 1989, the crowd was almost exclusively black. Print ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sacramentopress.com/headline/20750/Volunteers_Celebrate_the_Life_of_Dr_KingSacramento Press - 'Life's most persistent question,' Dr. King once asked, 'is what are you doing for others?" This Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday weekend, American Red Cross and HOPE worldwide volunteers distributed vital fire safety information to help Sacramento residents prevent home fires, protect their loved ones and strengthen their community.Print ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.digtriad.com/news/local/article.aspx?storyid=135911&catid=57DigTriad - Greensboro, NC - Over 100 hundred volunteers helped to package and deliver food to seniors in need on Saturday. The effort was coordinated as part of the MLK Day Of Service.Print ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nola.com/news/index.ssf/2010/01/post_89.htmlNOLA.com - More than 100 volunteers tramped through mud in eastern New Orleans on Saturday, planting about 250 trees to help restore a wetlands forest decimated by Hurricane Katrina's floodwaters.Print ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.azcentral.com/news/articles/2010/01/15/20100115tr-mlkdayofservice0116.htmlThe Arizona Republic - Volunteers will beautify the south shore of Tempe Town Lake during the Tempe Parks and Recreation Department's King Day of Service on Monday.Print ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wtap.com/home/headlines/81899437.htmlwtap.com - Saturday morning Marietta College students were wide awake going door to door collecting food and monetary donations in honor of Martin Luther King JR's Day of Service. Print ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.silive.com/northshore/index.ssf/2010/01/mlk_day_summit_preaches_a_mess.htmlsilive.com - The thoughts and themes of community promoted for eight straight hours during the Third Annual Martin Luther King Day of Service 'Step Up/Speak Out' Family Summit transformed from a set of ethereal ideals into a tangible reality. Print ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://westseattleblog.com/2010/01/mlk-day-of-service-in-west-seattle-forest-restoration-work-partieswestseattleblog.com - A question arrived in e-mail: Where can people go in West Seattle to volunteer for the MLK Day of Service on Monday? We checked a regional database and didn't turn up anything in West Seattle, except for the Nature Consortium work party mentioned as part of this comment that Monica added to the West Seattle Weekend Lineup:BlogSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wtap.com/news/headlines/81899437.htmlWTAP.com - Saturday morning Marietta College students were wide awake going door to door collecting food and monetary donations in honor of Martin Luther King JR's Day of Service. Print ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://o-for-obama.com/white-house/blog/demonstrate-a-technologist%E2%80%99s-spirit-of-generosity-on-martin-luther-king-day/O-FOR-OBAMA - Our goal is to connect technologically thirsty schools and non-profits with IT and web professionals, developers, graphic designers, and new-media professionals who are willing to volunteer their skills for the common good. BlogSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://billingsgazette.com/news/state-and-regional/montana/article_0f77e5ea-02ca-11df-bb9b-001cc4c03286.htmlBillings Gazette - The governor's office of community service is urging Montanans to honor the memory of Martin Luther King Jr. by volunteering in a local service project on Monday. Print ArticleSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.dailyvanguard.com/students-serve-on-mlk-day-1.2136309Daily Vanguard.com - In 1968, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., proclaimed, 'Everybody can be great because everybody can serve.' For 10 years, Student Leaders for Service (SLS) have taken this statement to heart by planning service events to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www4.wittenberg.edu/news/2010/01_15.htmlWittenberg University - Springfield, Ohio - The Wittenberg University Office of Community Service is sponsoring the second annual Martin Luther King Jr. Service Event Saturday, Jan. 23, in partnership with Concerned Black Students and the Classes of 2012 and 2013. The event provides an opportunity for Wittenberg students to connect and learn more about the Springfield community while devoting a few hours of service in honor of the slain civil rights leader.Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.nationalparksgallery.com/park_news/9450National Parks Gallery - Congratulations to Denver Service Center's Mike Williams, project manager in the Design and Construction Division, for being selected as an award recipient of the inaugural "United We Serve" award. Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=325serve.gov - This year, the Administration wants to tap into that spirit of generosity by collaborating with the Corporation for National and Community Service during the MLK Day of Service to launch the MLK Technology Challenge (on Twitter: #MLKTech). BlogFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://heraldnet.com/article/20100115/NEWS01/701159898/-1/COLUMNHerald Net - 'I think a lot of people don't want to take the day off. They would like a meaningful experience on a day for honoring Martin Luther King,' said JJ Frank, director of the YMCA's Minority Achievers Program.EditorialFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.montgomerynews.com/articles/2010/01/20/springford_reporter_valley_item/opinion/doc4b4e605bf28dc987196775.txtMontgomery Media - It is a day to remember the slain civil rights activist and humanitarian and to celebrate the things he stood for. It is a day to once again demand payment on that check he talked about, the note that represented a 'promise that all men would be guaranteed the inalienable rights of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.' EditorialFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?Press Release - MLK Day of Servicecolorado.gov - Gov. Ritter and Lt. Gov. O'Brien Celebrate the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of ServicePress ReleaseFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.montgomerynews.com/articles/2010/01/20/springford_reporter_valley_item/opinion/doc4b4e605bf28dc987196775.txtMontgomerynews.com - It is a day to remember the slain civil rights activist and humanitarian and to celebrate the things he stood for. It is a day to once again demand payment on that check he talked about, the note that represented a 'promise that all men would be guaranteed the inalienable rights of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.'EditorialFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.murrayledger.com/articles/2010/01/16/top_story/news01.txtMurray Ledger & Times - Murray State University and the community are gearing up not only for a service and march commemorating the achievements of Martin Luther King Jr., but also volunteering for local charities in an effort to exemplify his spirit.Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://bayarea.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/01/15/mural-spotting-the-oakland-mystery-game/The New York Times - She hopes some will send in photos of murals or other sights in Oakland. A graduate of University of California, Davis, Ms. Wilson recently joined AmeriCorps and spends her days at Rebuilding Together Oakland, which works with volunteers to rehabilitate the homes of low income seniors. Her comments have been edited and condensed:Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.buffalonews.com/cityregion/story/923816.htmlThe Buffalo News - The lobby of City Hall became a temporary medical clinic today, as hundreds of people showed up for health screenings and to retrieve potentially life-saving information. Experts set up shop to offer free cancer screenings, H1N1 vaccinations, blood pressure checks and diabetes testing. They also offered HIV testing, dental consultations and even help for people who are trying to quit smoking.Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.vintoneagle.com/article.php?article=2217The Daily Vinton Eagle - That's what Dan Milnes shared with members of the Vinton City Council Thursday evening. Milnes, region director with AmeriCorps NCCC, told council that with additional federal funding the Vinton campus will see an additional 80 corps members arrive this summer.Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.enctoday.com/news/rev-61372-kfpress-king-civil.htmlENCToday.com - The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s quest for equality will continue to thrive in Lenoir County during the holiday celebrating his birthday.Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://philanthropy.com/news/updates/index.php?id=10648The Chronicle of Philanthropy - Thousands of people across the country are gearing up to help soup kitchens, weatherize homes, paint homeless shelters and schools, and do other volunteer work on Monday as part of the annual Martin Luther King's Birthday day of service.Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/articles/2010/01/15/features/features01.txtHawaii Tribune Herald - To make Martin Luther King Day a "day on, not a day off," Senior Corps projects throughout the state will mark the holiday by conducting food drives to benefit local food banks and food delivery programs.Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.baylor.edu/pr/news.php?action=story&story=67521Baylor University - Baylor University Campus Kitchen (BUCK) will celebrate its first anniversary on Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, as Baylor students prepare, assemble and deliver hundreds of box lunches to volunteers with the Heart of Texas Urban Gardening Coalition on Monday, Jan. 18.Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://tacticalphilanthropy.com/2010/01/my-comments-on-the-social-innovation-fundTactical Philanthropy Advisors - These are the comments I submitted today regarding the draft NOFA for the Social Innovation Fund. BlogFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.dailypress.com/dp-local_mlkdayevents_0118jan18,0,5899422.storyDaily Press - 24th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Scholarship Breakfast. 9 a.m. Monday, Hampton Holiday Inn and Conference Center, 1815 West Mercury Blvd., Hampton. The Hampton- Newport News Chapter of CHUMS Inc. will host the 24th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Scholarship Breakfast. Salome Thomas-El, educator and author, will be the keynote speaker. Proceeds from the breakfast will help to sponsor scholarships for graduating high school seniors. For tickets, contact any member of CHUMS Inc. or call 851-4701.Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://rockrivertimes.com/2010/01/15/state-rep-jefferson-to-keynote-mlk-day-of-service-celebration-jan-18/Rock River Times - State Rep. Chuck Jefferson (D-Rockford) will be the keynote speaker at the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Celebration 'A Day On, Not a Day Off,' Monday, Jan. 18.Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.dailyevergreen.com/story/30539The Daily Evergreen (WSU) - Classes are canceled Monday, but there is no shortage of things to do. The Center for Civic Engagement will be sponsoring several community service projects throughout the day around town. Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.theledger.com/article/20100115/EDIT01/1155006?Title=MLK-Day-of-Service-What-Are-You-Doing-for-Others-The Ledger - This coming Monday, many Americans will have the day off in observation of the life and times of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. But it is worth remembering that when Congress formally designated the King holiday, it was intended to be a "day of service," not a day off.EditorialFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://texas.rangers.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100115&content_id=7924448&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=texMLB.com - Rangers pitcher Darren Oliver will lead an area cleanup in the Polytechnic Heights Community of Fort Worth on Monday, Jan. 18, as part of the Martin Luther King Day of Service. Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.philly.com/philly/entertainment/81544097.htmlInquirer - Forty-five years ago, Bernyce Mills-DeVaughn was among the marchers who spent seven months and 17 days circling Girard College's 10-foot-tall stone wall, demanding the school admit African American students. It was a long struggle, a hard one, made more bearable one day when civil rights pioneer the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. addressed the marchers and joined their protest.Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.digtriad.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=135874&catid=57digtriad.com - Today marks what would have been Doctor Martin Luther King Juniors' 81st birthday. And while Monday marks the National Holiday and Day of Service, some people got a head start and went out today to help others in need. Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://media.www.lawrentian.com/media/storage/paper409/news/2010/01/15/Features/Volunteer.Projects.On.Mlk.Day.Of.Service-3852867.shtmlThe Lawrentian (Lawrence University Student Newspaper - The Volunteer and Community Service Center and the Diversity Center will be holding Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Monday, Jan. 18. Sponsoring service-related activities throughout the day, the VCSC and Diversity Center are encouraging students to make a day with no classes "a day on, not a day off" in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.northjersey.com/news/opinions/81694082_A_day_to_serve_others_.htmlRidgewood News - With the annual Martin Luther King Day of Service just days away, we join President Obama, the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) and the Volunteer Council of Bergen County in asking those who have the day off to consider making it a day "on."EditorialFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.thecalifornian.com/article/20100115/NEWS01/1150316/1002Californian - Martin Luther King Jr. Day may be perfect for sleeping in, but community groups across Monterey County will celebrate the holiday with hot soup, warm clothes and even native grasses.Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.postbulletin.com/newsmanager/templates/localnews_story.asp?z=12&a=433917Post Bulletin - But we're discussing King's legacy today — his birthday, by the way — to remind people that there's supposed to be more to MLK Day than speeches, marches and tributes.EditorialFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://thewoostervoice.com/2010/01/different-backgrounds-same-experience-city-year/Wooster (College) Voice - Every 26 seconds, a student in America drops out of a public high school. City Year works to help those kids stay on track.Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.regionalfoodbank.org/Food-Bank-Blog/?p=290Food Bank of Oklahoma - In recognition of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, people of all ages and backgrounds will come together to help improve communities and address some of our nation's most critical needs: poverty, hunger, homelessness and education. Here at the Regional Food Bank, we are expecting a group of more than 150 volunteers to sort and pack boxes of food, which will be a tremendous help for our partner agencies and food pantries across the state.BlogFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.hopestar.com/news/x1560343987/Rights-attorney-to-keynote-King-DayHope Star - A noted Arkansas civil rights attorney from Little Rock will keynote of the annual Black Historical Development Society Martin Luther King Jr. celebration. Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.wickedlocal.com/harwich/news/x1672005858/King-tribute-Monday-in-HarwichHarwich Oracle - HARWICH - The Harwich community will celebrate Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day with festivities planned by the Harwich No Place for Hate Committee in collaboration with Barnstable County AmeriCorps Cape Cod, which will sponsor a food drive at supermarkets throughout Barnstable County. Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sheboyganpress.com/article/20100115/SHE0101/1150422/1973/SHE0205/Dr.-King-s-dreamSheboygan Press - Samantha Terry, 12, spent her after school hours on Wednesday and Thursday at the John Michael Kohler Arts Center ARTery painting a sign, proclaiming, "I Have a Dream." Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.timesunion.com/AspStories/story.asp?storyID=889053&category=REGIONTimes Union - Ayla Fleming, 23, was part of a 12-member AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) team. Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://heraldnet.com/article/20100115/NEWS01/701159898Heraldnet.com - It's a day on, not a day off. That's the vision of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday being fostered for the first time by three local agencies. Print ArticleFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://portlandtribune.com/features/story_2nd.php?story_id=126341704214170600Portland Tribune.com - While attending Martin Luther King Elementary School, Tiara Orr and her classmates used to pledge allegiance to, and recite an excerpt from the great civil rights leader every morning: Today, I will do my best to be my best. I will listen. I will follow instruction. I will be honest. I will respect the rights of others. I am unlimited. If it is to be, it's up to me. I can learn, I will learn. At King School, the dream is alive. At 20, she can still recite it. Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://blog.delta.com/2010/01/14/mlk-day-a-day-on-not-a-day-off/Delta Air Blog - I live less than a mile from historic neighborhood the house where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was born and from Ebenezer Baptist Church, where he joined his father as co-pastor in 1960, and where he was laid to rest after his assassination. I've toured his house several times, as well as the King Center. Inevitably, I'm always inspired by the words of this peaceful, wise man, whose life continues to call us to service, the voice that reminds us, 'Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'BlogThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://philanthropy.com/free/articles/v22/i05/05003201.htmThe Chronicle of Philanthropy - My concerns stem from the work of the nonprofit organ­ization I head, the Full Frame Initiative (which is not seeking any money from the Social Innovation Fund, so no hidden agenda here). For the past five years, we have been doing work that resonates with much of what the Social Innovation Fund wants to do: finding out what works best to reduce poverty, violence, and health problems in the nation's poorest neighborhoods and developing ways to spread those ideas.Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://galvestondailynews.com/story.lasso?ewcd=c2c5cd154248b399Galveston County Daily News - Local folks are planning many celebrations and observances to honor Martin Luther King Jr. A list appears in today's paper, and we hope you make plans to attend some of these events.Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.gainesville.com/article/20100114/OPINION01/1141029/1017?p=2&tc=pgGainesville.com - This coming Monday, Jan. 18, many Americans will have the day off in observation of the life and times of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. But it is worth remembering that when Congress formally designated the King holiday, it was intended to be a "day of service," not a day off.EditorialThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/01/13/AR2010011301910.htmlThe Washington Post - Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a day of service was under consideration for years. It gained traction during last year's presidential inauguration and continues this year. Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.seacoastonline.com/articles/20100114-LIFE-1140325Sea Coast Online - Last year Carol Davis was struck by the image of then President-elect Barack Obama, on the eve of his inauguration, using a roller to paint the walls at an emergency homeless shelter for teenagers in the nation's capital. Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.49ers.com/news-and-events/article-1/49ers-to-Participate-in-MLK-Day-of-Service/aee12637-3567-4346-a39a-0fc91eabb5bc49ers.com - On Monday, January 18, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., 49ers players Josh Morgan and Tony Pashos, and Assembly member Paul Fong are working in partnership with NBC Bay Area for a Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service.Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://servicewire.org/content/20100114/wire/gysd/Semester-Service-Kicks-MLK-DayYSA Service Wire - On January 18, schools and organizations across the United States will honor the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. by launching Semester of Service, a service-learning framework developed by Youth Service America (YSA) where students apply what they are learning in the classroom to a critical need in the community.Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.fstribune.com/story/1602640.htmlFort Scott Tribune - The Retired Senior Volunteer Program, sponsored by Tri-Valley Developmental Services, is sponsoring a drawing to give two people lower level seats at all of the men's games, corporate party passes, and parking passes during the tournament, which is scheduled for March 10-13 at the Sprint Center in Kansas City. Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.hometownannapolis.com/news/col/2010/01/14-42/Honoring-the-memory-of-Dr-King-through-service-to-the-community.htmlHometown Annapolis.com - In 1994 Congress charged the Corporation for National Community Service with encouraging Americans to celebrate the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday as a National Day of Service. Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://thebuzzcincy.com/cincy/jeritolliver/mlk-day-of-service/Cincybuzz.com - Why Volunteer on King Day? With Dr. King's leadership, our nation made great strides against racial discrimination and toward increased civil rights. Dr. King's teachings can continue to guide us in addressing our nation's most pressing social needs today. Each of us can contribute to strengthening our own communities by serving in Dr. King's honor on the King Holiday and throughout the year. And with your involvement, we can help realize King's dream BlogThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.shreveporttimes.com/article/20100114/NEWS01/1140342/1060Shreveport Times - Shreveport Mayor Cedric Glover joined area Baptist pastors Wednesday in calling on locals to volunteer as a way to celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.bizjournals.com/triad/stories/2010/01/11/daily52.htmlbizjournals.com - The Volunteer Center of Greensboro is highlighting opportunities to pitch in throughout the Triad during Martin Luther King Day on Jan. 18, which many people set aside for volunteerism.Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/target-donates-500000-and-more,1120827.shtml&ct=ga&cd=iFnn5TmWmuQ&usg=AFQjCNEUgUU8N2GyGaoHzV_fJ1GsewbhRQEarthtimes.orgq - 'At Target, we are committed to helping families and communities in need,' said Laysha Ward, president of Community Relations at Target. 'We extend our thoughts of comfort and hope to all those affected by this disaster. Moving forward, we will continue to monitor the situation and work with our non-profit partners to assist with disaster-relief efforts in the region.' Press ReleaseThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.gainesville.com/article/20100114/OPINION01/1141029/1017Gainseville.com - This coming Monday, Jan. 18, many Americans will have the day off in observation of the life and times of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. But it is worth remembering that when Congress formally designated the King holiday, it was intended to be a "day of service," not a day off. EditorialThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.relix.com/news/2010/01/14/bob-weir-marc-roberge-named-martin-luther-king-jr-day-of-service-ambassadorsrelix.com - The Corporation for National and Community Service, a federal agency that focuses on public service efforts, has named RatDog/Furthur frontman Bob Weir and O.A.R.'s Marc Roberge as two of its Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Ambassadors for 2010. The two join such notable national figures as: NAACP Chairman Julian Bond, U.S. Representative John Lewis and Former U.S. Senator Harris Wofford.Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/01/13/AR2010011301910.htmlWashington Post - Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a day of service was under consideration for years. It gained traction during last year's presidential inauguration and continues this year. Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.lawyers.com/our-blog/archives/156-Doing-Good-on-Martin-Luther-King-Jr.s-Birthday.htmlDoing Good on Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday - On Monday, the country recognizes Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday. For many of us, it's a day off from work and the culmination of a three-day weekend. But President Obama has challenged Americans to help celebrate Dr. King's legacy by doing volunteer work on their day off. According to Nicola Goren, the acting CEO of The Corporation for National and Community Service: BlogThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.guampdn.com/article/20100114/NEWS01/100114008/1002/%3CB%3E+NEWS+UPDATE++%3C/B%3E+11+15+a.m.+%E2%80%94+Serve+Guam++Commission+to+commemorate+MLK+holidayGuam Pacific Daily News - The Serve Guam! Commission, in conjunction with the Corporation for National & Community Service—along with the five AmeriCorps Programs on Guam—are inviting the island community to join the rest of the world in honoring Martin Luther King, Jr, according to a press release. Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.siouxcityjournal.com/news/local/article_378b0b88-9982-59f6-8944-aa369d27c81d.htmlSioux CIty Journal - SIOUX CITY -- School children's art work honoring the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., will be displayed next week.Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.pacificnewscenter.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=2605:serve-guam-commission-to-mark-mlk-day-monday&catid=45:guam-news&Itemid=156pacificnewscenter.com - The Serve Guam Commission, will join in honoring the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.bnd.com/events/story/1085666.htmlbnd.com - Belleville's AmeriCorps and the 17th Street Neighborhood Association are hoping you'll use Martin Luther King Day for more than just shopping sales and playing your Christmas video games. Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.mlive.com/news/jackson/index.ssf/2010/01/americorps_volunteers_return_t.htmlMs.com - A yearlong, fruitless job search — and the desire to help others — has brought Casey Caison to the Jackson area through February. Caison is a member of the AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps, a national community-service organization that is making its second stop in the area in the past two months to work at the YMCA Storer Camp, 7260 S. Stoney Lake Road in Napoleon Township. Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.eurweb.com/story/eur58634.cfmEurweb.com - *Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and leaders of the nation's largest African American fraternities enter National Mentoring Month 2010 with a bold action plan to significantly increase the number of black Big Brothers, beginning this year. Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.eurweb.com/story/eur58634.cfmEUR Web - *Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and leaders of the nation's largest African American fraternities enter National Mentoring Month 2010 with a bold action plan to significantly increase the number of black Big Brothers, beginning this year.Print ArticleThu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/article/20100113/ADV01/1130421/0/adv&theme=ADVNEWSThe Green Bay Press Gazette - Take nearly 200 Door County youth, mix in some encouragement, supervision and a good cause, and watch for results. That is the recipe AmeriCorps member Sue Peterson has used as youth volunteer project coordinator for the Volunteer Center of Door County. The results of just a few months of work so far will be presented Sunday during a kickoff celebration of the 2010 Semester of Service.Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.redwoodtimes.com/letters/ci_14181094Redwood Times - 'On January, 18, 2010, people of all ages and backgrounds will come together to improve lives, bridge social barriers, and move our nation closer to the 'Beloved Community' that Dr. King envisioned. Dr. Martin Luther King devoted his life's work to causes of equality and social justice. He taught that through nonviolence and service to one another, problems such as hunger and homelessness, prejudice and discrimination can be overcome. Dr. King's teachings can continue to guide us in addressing our nation's most pressing needs - poverty, economic insecurity, job loss and education.' Mlkday.gov is one tool we can use to organize and promote ways to volunteer with Americans across the nation on the 2010 King Day of Service and make a real difference in your community.EditorialWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.montgomerynews.com/articles/2010/01/13/springford_reporter_valley_item/news/doc4b4e605bf28dc987196775.txtMontgomerynews.com - Monday, Jan. 18, 2010, is the 24th anniversary of the National Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday. It is a day to remember the slain civil rights activist and humanitarian and to celebrate the things he stood for. It is a day to once again demand payment on that check he talked about, the note that represented a 'promise that all men would be guaranteed the inalienable rights of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.'Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.fayettetribune.com/local/local_story_013163138.html?keyword=topstoryFayette Tribune - BEARDS FORK — SALS (Southern Appalachian Labor School) Community Center in Beards Fork will celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with the construction crews and YouthBuild workers completing the Green Equipment Labs and two other work sites. Others will accept donations for the local food pantry, finish the greenhouse, finish the compost bins and start some plant boxes for the beginning of our community garden. Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.newpittsburghcourieronline.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1215:americans-urged-to-volunteer-on-martin-luther-king-jr-day-of-service&catid=39:national&Itemid=2Pittsburgh Courier - With the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service just days away, the Corporation for National and Community Service is urging Americans to honor Dr. King's memory and further his legacy by joining in service projects in their communities on the Jan. 18 King holiday. Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.columbiamissourian.com/stories/2010/01/13/letter-remember-king-volunteering-your-services/Missourian - In 1994, Congress designated the Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday as a national day of service. The Missouri Clean Water AmeriCorps members are asking citizens of all ages and backgrounds to use the day off from work as a day 'on' to volunteering. Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.strausnews.com/articles/2010/01/13/sparta_independent/news/21.txtSparta Independent - Mentoring Plus, a program of the Center for Prevention and Counseling, is currently providing mentoring friendships to 54 Sussex County children. President Obama proclaimed January 2010 National Mentoring Month with a notation that 'these moments can have an enormous, lasting effect on a child's life.' Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.bing.com/search?q=blueridge.net&src=IE-SearchBoxBlueridge.net - Boone Mayor Loretta Clawson made an announcement today honoring the Western Youth Network and their work in mentoring area youth and to recognize January as National Mentoring Month. Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.gadsdentimes.com/article/20100113/NEWS/100119937/1017/NEWS?Title=Event-follows-Obama-proclamationThe Gadsen Times - The Big Brothers Big Sisters 'Bowl for Kids' Sake' fundraiser next month follows closely on the heels of National Mentoring Month. Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.casefoundation.org/blog/martin-luther-king-day-carpe-diemThe Case Foundation - The logic for making the holiday for Martin Luther King a day of service "a day on, not a day off," is simple and clear. What would Martin have wanted it to be? Anyone who knew him or marched with him or read or heard his words knows that he would not have wanted it to be a day for rest, recreation, shopping, or just doing nothing. BlogWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.strausnews.com/articles/2010/01/13/sparta_independent/news/21.txtThe Sparta Independent - Newton — Mentoring Plus, a program of the Center for Prevention and Counseling, is currently providing mentoring friendships to 54 Sussex County children.Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.carolinapeacemaker.com/News/article/article.asp?NewsID=100843&sID=4&ItemSource=LCarolina Peacemaker - Amos Quick III will be the featured speaker Saturday at SHIELD Youth's Anniversary Celebration at the Emerald Event Center. The event, a banquet that celebrates National Mentoring Month, also will feature live gospel music and the spoken word poetry of Josephus Thompson and the Collective.Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.gadsdentimes.com/article/20100113/NEWS/100119937/1017/NEWS?Title=Event-follows-Obama-proclamationThe Gadsden Times - President Barack Obama signed a proclamation Jan. 4 designating January as being dedicated to mentoring and tutoring children in communities across the United States. It also is a month for recognizing those who make a habit of mentoring others, Obama said.Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.businessweek.com/print/investor/content/jan2010/pi20100113_727147.htmBusiness Week - Individuals in the U.S. give away more than $200 billion a year, yet the vast majority of those decisions are made ad hoc.Few donors have any idea whether they are giving to the best organization in the area they want to improve, or even whether their giving is doing what they want it to do.A slew of nascent efforts to rate and grade charities, as well as the pending overhaul of the big kahuna of nonprofit ratings groups, Charity Navigator, may change all that.Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.hvpress.net/news/138/ARTICLE/8590/2010-01-13.htmlThe Hudson Valley Press - Washington - With the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service just days away, the Corporation for National and Community Service is urging Americans to honor Dr. King's memory and further his legacy by joining in service projects in their communities on the January 18th King Holiday.Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://communitynewspapergroup.com/articles/2010/01/13/cedar_valley_daily_times/news/doc4b4de9e01476b214147210.txtCedar Valley Daily Times - North Central Region Director Dan Milnes made the announcement Tuesday, confirming that the Vinton campus, located at the Iowa Braille and Sight Saving School, will make the expected expansion.Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.examiner.com/x-9384-Mesa-Independent-Examiner~y2010m1d13-Mesa-mayor-issues-a-call-to-serve-in-honor-of-Martin-Luther-King-JrExaminer.com - Last month Mesa Mayor Scott Smith joined Cities of Service, a bipartisan coalition of Mayors who have answered a call to action which includes the recently enacted Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act. The program began in New York on September 10, 2009. This Saturday is Mesa's annual Martin Luther King Jr. day of service; Mayor Smith has issued a call to residents to join him in volunteering their time and talents.Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.sentinel-standard.com/news/x1672006928/Ionia-hosts-MLK-day-of-serviceIonia Sentinel Standard - Martin Luther King Jr. said, 'Everybody can be great because everybody can serve,' and on Monday, Ionia will be holding a MLK Day of Service event to bring the community together.Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://thegovmonitor.com/world_news/united_states/white-house-highlights-mlk-technology-challenge-21099.htmlGov Monitor - Serve.gov and the Corporation for National and Community Service continue to spotlight innovative ways that people across the country are answering the call to participate in the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service on Monday, January 18th.Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.americanprogress.org/issues/2010/01/ebg011310.htmlCenter for American Progress - Last year almost a million Americans answered President Barack Obama's call to serve their local communities during Martin Luther King Day. It's that time of year again, and the occasion offers an opportunity to do something for your community and the environment. Below are some tips to help you get involved and show your green colors.Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.news-journalonline.com/NewsJournalOnline/News/WestVolusia/wvlWEST05011310.htmNews-Journal Online - Deltona resident and attorney Lonnie Groot has won the the President's Volunteer Service Award.Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.macon.com/203/story/983015.htmlMacon.com - January is National Mentoring Month and a time when Big Brothers Big Sisters celebrates its volunteers. Coming off one of the most challenging fundraising years ever, we also want to pay tribute to our donors, the often unsung heroes whose funding makes possible the professional match support and structure that allow us to make and help sustain our mentoring matches over time. At Big Brothers Big Sisters, we know that longer matches yield strong results for our Littles — improvements in academic performance, behavior and relationships at home and elsewhere, according to independent studies. Print ArticleWed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.tempe.gov/newsroom/Archive/201001/FB34665D-2E04-4988-B302-A5034E1A34BCTempe In Touch - TEMPE, Ariz. - In remembrance of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s exemplary leadership and life-long dedication to improving the human condition, Tempe Parks and Recreation will host a King Day of Service on Martin Luther King Day, Monday, Jan. 18.Press ReleaseTue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.oakridger.com/news/x1793481812/-Remember-Celebrate-Act-A-Day-On-Not-a-Day-OffThe Oak Ridger - 'Remember! Celebrate! Act! A Day On, Not a Day Off' is the theme for the annual community celebration planned around the holiday honoring the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.Print ArticleTue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.kypost.com/content/news/859/story/NKU-Students-Volunteer-At-Habitat-ReStore-On-MLK/fniBdhZR_0KcAnDd7pdosw.cspxKentucky Post - CINCINNATI - Three hundred to 350 students are expected to participate in Northern Kentucky University's first annual Martin Luther King Day of Service on Jan. 18, from 11:15 a.m. to 5 p.m.Print ArticleTue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.savannahtribune.com/news/2010-01-13/Social_(and)_Community_News/EOA_will_Mobilize_Area_Residents_to_Volunteer_on_K.htmlThe Savannah Tribune - More than 70 volunteers are expected to turn out on the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday in Savannah on Monday, January 18, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. to make the annual Day of Service a day ON, not a day OFF by volunteering to paint and renovate the homes of elderly residents according to John H. Finney, Executive Director of Economic Opportunity Authority for Savannah-Chatham County, Area, Inc. (EOA). Print ArticleTue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.lahontanvalleynews.com/article/20100112/NEWS/100119970/1055&ParentProfile=1045Lahontan Valley News - A new service through the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program offers much needed relief for caregivers who often have little or no chance to take a break from their responsibilities.Print ArticleTue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.philly.com/inquirer/local/20100112_Free_skating__community_service_at_3_Phila__rinks.htmlPhiladelphia Enquirer - Three city ice rinks will offer free skating sessions and community-service opportunities Monday as part of the Martin Luther King Day of Service, officials said.Print ArticleTue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.evliving.com/2010/01/12/king-day-of-service-2010/EVliving.com - TEMPE, Ariz. - In remembrance of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s exemplary leadership and life-long dedication to improving the human condition, Tempe Parks and Recreation will host a King Day of Service on Martin Luther King Day, Monday, Jan. 18. Print ArticleTue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.dailyworld.com/article/20100112/NEWS01/1120304Daily World - January is National Mentoring Month and Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Acadiana is hoping to significantly increase the number of local mentors for disadvantaged young people.Print ArticleTue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.cw.ua.edu/serving-up-more-than-just-pie-1.2132328Crimson White - After only a few minutes, I heard the passion and care in the voices of the 20-somethings running the joint. There were two AmeriCorps members, a graphic designer from Pennsylvania by way of Brooklyn, and a managerial type from Columbus, Ohio. Print ArticleMon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://www.shorenewstoday.com/news.php?id=6726Shore News Today - GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP - The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey will hold its sixth annual Martin Luther King Day of Service Monday, Jan. 18 at various locations on and off campus. Print ArticleMon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.nationalservice.gov/leaving.asp?http://philanthropy.com/news/government/index.php?id=10586The Chronicles of Philanthropy -  Print ArticleMon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST