By Fmr. Gov. Haley Barbour - AmeriCorps, a federally administered program that marries the volunteer spirit of young people with federal and privately-matched dollars, supports the work of more than 3,000 community organizations.
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House Appropriations Subcommittee Approves Funding for National Service
$1.03 Billion for the Corporation for National and Community Service would enable work of thousands of nonprofit faith and community based organizations to continue
Read More »Boston Globe: Joseph Kearns Goodwin on one sure way to heal America
By Joseph Kearns Goodwin - We can end our bitter political stalemate by making it easier for young people to serve their country.
Read More »MinnPost: Public service is a boon to all Americans — and sends the right message to our youth
American Prospect: No Greatness in Trump’s Call to Kill AmeriCorps
The president’s proposal to defund the nation’s flagship domestic service program is unwise and unpatriotic. Lawmakers should look elsewhere to make cuts.
Read More »The Call for National Service: Conference on Volunteering and Service Attendees #Stand4Service
By Points of Light - A common theme throughout the Conference on Volunteering and Service was enthusiasm for national service programs.
Read More »MiBiz: AmeriCorps advocates redoubling efforts to maintain funding
By Jane C. Simons - The potential budget cuts are driving Voices For National Service President AnnMaura Connolly to prepare for the worst, while remaining hopeful that the programs’ results will speak for themselves.
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