http://www.serve.gov/stories_all.asp Serve.gov is the most comprehensive clearinghouse of volunteer opportunities ever created. Americans can enter geographic information about where they want to get involved, such as state or ZIP Code, and areas of interest ranging from education to the environment, to access volunteer opportunities offered by a range of partner organizations across the country or around the world. Formerly the website for the USA Freedom Corps office at the White House (under President Bush), Serve.gov is managed by the Corporation for National and Community Service on behalf of the White House. en-us Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:00 EST 0 http://www.serve.gov/images/common/logo_servegov.jpg http://www.serve.gov 204 28 http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1029So, tomorrow is Valentine's Day and florists will be scrambling to fill orders and chocolate consumption is expected to rise by maybe a jillion percent. Suppose we take this day dedicated to love and use it to show that we have big hearts by serving or giving to others?United We ServeWed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1028The Service News Digest is a regular feature on the Serve.gov blog. In this series, we showcase articles that feature national service and Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) programs. Take a look at some of the great stories that had people talking recently.United We ServeMon, 11 Feb 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1027The blizzard that whacked the Northeast last weekend paralyzed the hardest-hit areas, and created a gigantic task for workers mobilized to clear roads and restore electricity to areas that lost power. The storm is a reminder that this season can pack a punch, and we need to be prepared to handle winter's wrath.Disaster Response and RecoveryMon, 11 Feb 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1026The Presidential Citizens Medal, the nation's second-highest civilian honor, recognizes American citizens who have performed exemplary deeds of service for their country or their fellow citizens. Sen. Harris Wofford will be honored along with other recipients at a White House ceremony on Friday, Feb. 15. United We ServeFri, 8 Feb 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1025The chance to get in on the ground floor and build something new attracted recent college grad Ben Barron to the FEMA Corps AmeriCorps NCCC unit. Last fall his class went to work with the Hurricane Sandy relief and recovery effort in New York, where he learned a lot about himself and the strength of the human spirit.Disaster Response and RecoveryFri, 8 Feb 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1024The Service News Digest is a regular feature on the Serve.gov blog. In this series, we showcase articles that feature national service and Corporation for National and Community Service programs. Take a look at some of the great stories that had people talking recently.United We ServeMon, 4 Feb 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1023As the big game between the Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers approaches this Sunday, the mayors from those cities are taking a different approach to the traditional, friendly wager. This year, the focus will be on volunteering and community service.United We ServeFri, 1 Feb 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1022A new video and photos from the National Day of Service and Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend of Service show the enthusiasm of people around the nation as they used the time to volunteer during the holiday weekend. United We ServeThu, 7 Feb 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1021The Service News Digest is a regular feature on the Serve.gov blog. In this series, we showcase articles that feature national service and Corporation for National and Community Service programs. This week, we're focusing on some of the great stories about the National Day of Service and the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service from around the nation. United We ServeSat, 26 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1020This weekend was a major moment for national service, and I want to share some of the many highlights that inspired me.United We ServeThu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1019Volunteers packed the D.C. Armory in Washington, DC, on Jan. 19, 2013, to participate in Dr. Martin Luther King Day of Service and National Day of Service activities. Participants assembled 100,000 care kits for Operation Gratitude and wrote letters to U.S. soldiers during the event. Watch this blog for more National Day of Service photos from around the nation.MLK DayWed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1018When people talk about mentoring, the discussion often focuses on the young people being served. But mentors will tell you that they also get something from these special relationships. Wendy Spencer, CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service, shared her mentoring story with us.United We ServeWed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1017This weekend, Americans will join their neighbors in the National Day of Service and Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) encourages everyone to take some time during the holiday to make it 'a day on, not a day off.MLK DayFri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1016On April 9, mayors across the country will highlight the impact of national service in their cities and thank the individuals who serve during the first-ever Mayors Day of Recognition for National Service. The initiative will be led by U.S. Conference of Mayors President and Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter, the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), Cities of Service, and other organizations.United We ServeFri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1014President Obama encourages everyone to join him and the First Family for the National Day of Service on Saturday, Jan. 19 in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. People all across the nation will be participating in service projects - watch the video and learn how you can participate in the event.United We ServeThu, 17 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1013Continuing a tradition he started at his first inauguration in 2009, President Barack Obama is calling on Americans all across the country to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and participate in the National Day of Service on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013.MLK DayThu, 17 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1012In 1960, when she was just 6 years old, civil rights leader Ruby Bridges was one of four children to integrate the public school system in New Orleans. Every day, she crossed a screaming mob to enter her classroom.MLK DayThu, 17 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1011Americans from all 50 states will join thousands of organizations and commit to service this weekend as the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service coincides with the 57th Presidential Inaugural and National Day of Service.MLK DayTue, 15 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1010In a sermon delivered nearly 55 years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. described what he called the "Drum Major Instinct' to the congregation in Atlanta's Ebenezer Baptist Church. The words he spoke that day were the inspiration for a national service award that recognizes leaders who give their time serving others but seldom seek the spotlight.MLK DayMon, 14 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1009First Lady Michelle Obama lends her voice to encourage Americans to serve as part of the National Day of Service on Saturday, Jan. 19. Read on to watch the video, discover more about the First Family's commitment to community service, and learn how you can join the effort.United We ServeMon, 14 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1008The Service News Digest is a regular feature on the Serve.gov blog. In this series, we showcase articles that feature national service and Corporation for National and Community Service programs. Take a look at some of the great stories that had people talking recently.United We ServeMon, 14 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1007One of the greatest things about the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday is that when we pause to celebrate the life and accomplishments of the civil rights leader, we are also inspired to answer what he called life's most persistent question: 'What are you doing for others?' We can respond with action via MLK Day projects and National Day of Service activities surrounding the upcoming inauguration. MLK DayFri, 11 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1006We continue to track news coverage of the role national service participants have played in the Hurricane Sandy relief and recovery effort for the last few months. This week, our collection of stories includes one about two AmeriCorps members who spent their holiday away from home, helping people in New York and New Jersey recover from the storm.Disaster Response and RecoveryThu, 10 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1005Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. changed the course of history and inspired us to build what he called "the beloved community." The King Legacy of Service video tells the story of how Dr. King's birthday evolved into a national day of service. MLK DayWed, 9 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1004This week, nearly 100 AmeriCorps members boarded planes from Sacramento, CA, to New Jersey and New York where they will help residents affected by Hurricane Sandy rebuild homes, remove debris, and manage volunteers. Southwest Airlines' decision to donate travel to these young leaders made this deployment possible.Disaster Response and RecoveryWed, 9 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1003At age 17, Congressman John Lewis was so inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. that he wrote a letter to King asking to meet him. Dr. King wrote back and sent Lewis a round-trip Greyhound bus ticket to meet with him.MLK DayTue, 8 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1002Lt. Brandon Williams, part-time soldier and full-time AmeriCorps member, currently serves in Baltimore, MD, with one of Catholic Charities' member programs, Project SERVE. Each day, Lt. Williams arrives at Our Daily Bread, Catholic Charities' hot meal center, and teaches new volunteers the significance of feeding those who cannot afford to feed themselves. Equally importantly, he teaches his volunteers to respect each man and woman that comes through the door. The time the hungry spend in the safety and warmth of Our Daily Bread's walls may be the only time throughout the day they are treated with respect at all. Tue, 8 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1001Do you have questions about volunteering, AmeriCorps, Senior Corps, or MLK Day? Wendy Spencer, CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service will be taking your questions during a session of National Service Office Hours on Twitter! National ServiceMon, 7 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=1000On Jan. 21, 2013, our nation will celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day (MLK Day), a national holiday during which we honor the legacy of the civil rights leader Dr. King through a day of service and volunteering. Mon, 7 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=999The Service News Digest is a regular feature on the Serve.gov blog. In this series, we showcase news highlights that feature national service, and Corporation for National and Community Service programs. Take a look at some of the great stories that had people talking recently. United We ServeFri, 4 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=998Each new year draws millions to make resolutions designed to change their lives. And while the focus on self-improvement is fine, the arrival of National Mentoring Month gives us an opportunity to recognize men and women who channel their energy to helping and inspiring young people toward a brighter future.United We ServeThu, 3 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=997Last month, Corporation for National and Community Service staff visited several sites in New York and New Jersey where national service members were helping with the Hurricane Sandy recovery effort. Today, we'd like to share two of the videos from that trip. Disaster Response and RecoveryWed, 2 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=996As an AmeriCorps VISTA at Habitat for Humanity International, I spend most of my days planning for events, attending meetings for upcoming projects, and supporting the wonderful and exciting things my fellow Habitaters (coworkers) are doing. Recently, I had an opportunity to see the impact Habitat makes firsthand as we led a project to help homeowners affected by Hurricane Sandy. Disaster Response and RecoveryFri, 28 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=995We've been tracking news coverage of the role our national service participants have played in the Hurricane Sandy relief and recovery effort for the last few months. Here are some of the latest stories, including two personal reflections by AmeriCorps members.Disaster Response and RecoveryFri, 28 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=994Growing up, I was fortunate enough to live a different experience than most. My parents were treasure hunters and I spent a majority of my childhood on their boat traveling in the Bahamas. Looking back, I almost feel as if I took those years a bit for granted; I never would have thought that the very boat I grew up on would be lifted and dropped in someone else's yard. But when Hurricane George came through in 1998, that's what happened. Little did I know, 14 years later, I would be on the other side of disaster recovery.Disaster Response and RecoveryWed, 26 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=993Millions of Americans will be making the journey to their respective hometowns this weekend to celebrate the holidays with friends and family. Today and tomorrow, a 26-member AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) team will leave Denver, CO, for the East Coast to spend their holidays helping families recover from Hurricane Sandy.Disaster Response and RecoveryFri, 21 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=992This is the final stretch for holiday shoppers, and you know who you are if you belong to the procrastinators club. But you can still give the gift of service and help to others, even while the rush to the malls reaches a fever pitch.United We ServeFri, 21 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=991In the spirit of the season, members of our AmeriCorps team offer a national service variation on 'The 12 Days of Christmas.' So if everyone is ready, let's sing along with AmeriCorps -- and a-one, and a-two ...Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=990I am Jeffrey D. Richardson, MSW. I am proud to be a social worker, super proud to be an AmeriCorps Alum, and honored to be stepping in the role as Executive Director of Serve DC - The Mayor's Office on Volunteerism and the District of Columbia Commission on National and Community Service.Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=989I am no stranger to the great goals and aspirations of Campus Compact. Years ago when Campus Compact got started, I had the opportunity to work with the leadership as the program was developing. While I was the state director for the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) office in Pennsylvania, I worked closely with the Pennsylvania Campus Compact VISTA project, and I was able to watch as the Maryland Campus Compact was launched and grew to become the Maryland-DC Campus Compact.Tue, 18 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=988When AmeriCorps NCCC member Melissa Ettman was assigned to lead a Sacramento, CA-based team to help with the Hurricane Sandy cleanup in New York and New Jersey, she was familiar with many of the areas affected by the storm. In fact, her 87-year-old grandmother on Long Island was affected by the hurricane and had to live without electricity for a week.Disaster Response and RecoveryTue, 18 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=987Civic leaders, community groups, and elected officials joined the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) today for a dedication of the new AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) Atlantic Region Campus in the former Sacred Heart of Mary School of Baltimore, MD.Mon, 17 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=986'Where do you find the time?' is a question that could be posed to many parents, but the 2012 Volunteering and Civic Life in America (VCLA) report shows that many in this group are carving space in their busy schedules to help others in their communities. Allison Moore, a military spouse and mother of three young children in Missouri, is a prime example.United We ServeMon, 17 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=985The new Volunteering and Civic Life in America report gives researchers at the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) a chance to examine some of the trends in these two important areas of life in these United States. This data from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and 51 cities provides a snapshot of how Americans are coming together to improve our communities and who is leading the way.United We ServeThu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=984As Hurricane Sandy efforts transition from emergency response to long-term recovery, AmeriCorps members are providing vital leadership in communities up and down the East Coast.Disaster Response and RecoveryThu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=983Working together to strengthen our communities is at the core of our national values. New research indicates that this commitment to service burns brighter than ever.United We ServeWed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=982The Hurricane Sandy recovery continues with more than 1,660 national service participants deployed in response to the storm and 715 currently serving on the ground and working with the storm's victims. At this time 407 members of FEMA Corps, an AmeriCorps NCCC unit, have deployed or are being re-routed to New York and New Jersey to support FEMA Emergency Response operations in those areas. Disaster Response and RecoveryTue, 11 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=981Our friends weigh in often on our Facebook page with comments, opinions, and all kinds of interesting observations. United We ServeMon, 10 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=980Around the country, December is welcomed as a month of hope and good cheer. It may be a season for the exchanging of gifts, or for the sharing of time and resources with community members in need. For many, it is also a time to gather together with loved ones to reminisce about cherished memories and create new stories that will be shared in the future. Such stories preserve the legacy of a family, the history of a generation, and perhaps most important of all, the story of a nation.Veterans and Military FamiliesFri, 7 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=979As military deployments became more common for National Guard and Reserve troops, the emotional strain hits children left behind especially hard. Operation: Military Kids (OMK) supports military youth age 5-18 with outreach programs to help them cope with the stresses of being away from their parents serving far from home. Veterans and Military FamiliesThu, 6 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=978Even though there are plenty of distractions around the holiday season, let's not forget the victims of Hurricane Sandy who are still reassembling their lives in the storm's aftermath. The Corporation for National and Community Service joins other federal and national agencies in the recovery effort with a commitment that's used by our Disaster Services Unit: 'You can count on us to respond fast and stay last.'Disaster Response and RecoveryTue, 4 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=977Did you know that some of the programs under the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) banner have been in existence for nearly 50 years? We've created a new national service timeline to show how we got to where we are today.National ServiceMon, 3 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=976On Saturday, Dec. 1, the global community observes World AIDS Day as the march continues toward creating an AIDS-free generation. AIDS United, a Social Innovation Fund and AmeriCorps grantee, is one of many groups supporting the work on the front lines of this epidemic.HealthFri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=975When asked how to best honor her husband, Coretta Scott King replied, "The greatest birthday gift my husband could receive is if people of all racial and ethnic backgrounds celebrated the holiday by performing individual acts of kindness through service to others." As the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service approaches on Jan. 21, 2013, teachers and students across the country are exploring the idea of service to others through an online curriculum created by the Corporation for National and Community Service and Scholastic. MLK DayThu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=974As the Hurricane Sandy recovery continues, the Serve.gov blog will highlight some of the best stories from the field. Today we have a personal reflection from AmeriCorps NCCC member Nicole Wojcik, who is serving with team Delta 10 and staffing a donation hotline in New Jersey.Disaster Response and RecoveryWed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=973The transient nature of military life can make life difficult for students in military families, and many are stationed at Fort Leonard Wood for less than two years or experience parental deployment. They often have challenges with making new friends, fitting into social groups, and connecting with the community.Veterans and Military FamiliesTue, 27 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=972As President Obama said in his proclamation declaring November as Military Family Month, behind each service member "stands a parent, a sibling, a child, a spouse -- proud family members who share the weight of deployment and make profound sacrifices on behalf of our country."Veterans and Military FamiliesMon, 26 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=971This Thanksgiving, as we gather with loved ones and give thanks for the blessings in our lives, let us also commit to share those blessings through service to others. United We ServeWed, 21 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=970As the Hurricane Sandy recovery continues, more stories are starting to come in about our national service members' experiences in the field. Whether they traveled across the country to affected areas or collected much-needed items far from the storm's path, their work continues to inspire.Disaster Response and RecoveryWed, 21 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=968AS220 Youth Studio, a Rhode Island program to help troubled youth get involved with the arts to bring positive outcomes in their lives and longstanding AmeriCorps VISTA project, was recognized as one of the nation's 12 most outstanding arts programs for young people during a White House event hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama.EducationWed, 21 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=967The annual Veterans Day observance holds special meaning for veterans and military families across the Nation and around the world. It also has deep significance for Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA). We work closely with the Army, Marine Corps, and Air Force and have a long and special partnership with the National Guard Bureau, which has a counterdrug mission. We honor the service of all active-duty military and veterans and salute their dedication and commitment.Veterans and Military FamiliesTue, 20 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=966A day designed around the idea of 'thanks' is a natural for those who want to give back. And as Americans have opened their hearts and wallets to disasters like the Hurricane Sandy relief and recovery efforts, there are many other ways to show thanks by helping those in need this holiday season.United We ServeMon, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=965Last week, I led a delegation to New York and New Jersey to visit sites providing disaster assistance to people affected by Hurricane Sandy. Throughout the day, we were joined by local elected officials who are working hard to meet the needs of their communities. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand of New York, New Jersey Lt. Gov. and Secretary of State Kim Guadagno, U.S. Rep. Rush Holt (D-NJ), and New York City Councilman Brad Lander each joined us for a portion of the day. Disaster Response and RecoveryFri, 16 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=964President Obama visited with members of FEMA Corps, a unit of AmeriCorps NCCC, during his November 15 trip to survey the Hurricane Sandy damage in Staten Island, NY. A small contingent of the 428 FEMA Corps members currently serving in New York and New Jersey met the President at a Staten Island Disaster Recovery Center as the scene was broadcast across the nation.Disaster Response and RecoveryFri, 16 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=963The work continues on the Hurricane Sandy recovery front in New York, New Jersey, and across the Northeast as approximately 1,200 national service members have been deployed in response to the storm. Read on to see some of the stories about service and volunteerism in the superstorm's wake.Disaster Response and RecoveryThu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=962Today's Wordless Wednesday focuses on national service in action as members and volunteers from the Corporation for National and Community Service programs join others working on the Hurricane Sandy recovery.Disaster Response and RecoveryWed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=961Many members of the national service family are hard at work in areas stricken by Hurricane Sandy, providing services that keep the recovery moving forward. Check out some scenes from the work we captured recently in New York and New Jersey. Disaster Response and RecoveryTue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=960On Veterans Day, thousands of veterans around the country will spend their time doing what they know how to do best: serve others selflessly.Veterans and Military FamiliesFri, 9 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=959My name is Rebecca Lange and I am a proud alumna of the second class of AmeriCorps NCCC. I served at the Central Region campus in Denver, CO, from 1995-1996, a wide-eyed high school graduate looking for an adventure, a unique way to serve, and beyond excited to begin what I hoped to be an awesome life.Veterans and Military FamiliesFri, 9 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=958Many of our AmeriCorps members have made cross-country treks to help with the Hurricane Sandy recovery and cleanup. Now one group from the Washington Conservation Corps has had its transition from working on trail projects to helping at a Brooklyn emergency shelter chronicled in The New York Times.Disaster Response and RecoveryFri, 9 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=957Community HealthCorps Navigators serving through the Institute for Family Health (IFH) have been involved in Hurricane Sandy Relief in a variety of areas in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Jersey City. Disaster Response and RecoveryFri, 9 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=956A six-member crew from the AmeriCorps Cape Cod Fire Corps is currently in the middle of a one-week deployment to the Fort Wadsworth area in Staten Island, NY.Disaster Response and RecoveryThu, 8 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=955One of the things we love about our AmeriCorps Alums is that they are ready to answer the call when they hear of situations like those created by Hurricane Sandy. 'Getting things done' is more than a slogan for our national service family - they are also words to live by. So let's talk about how you can help.Disaster Response and RecoveryTue, 6 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=954On Veterans Day, November 11, we honor the brave men and women who have selflessly served our country and risked their lives to protect our freedoms. There are many ways to give back to the more than 23 million vets who have sacrificed so much.Veterans and Military FamiliesFri, 9 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=953The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) today announced that approximately 936 national service members have been deployed to seven states affected by Hurricane Sandy, with 855 additional individuals on standby for assignments in the hardest-hit areas.Disaster Response and RecoveryMon, 5 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=952As the recovery efforts for Hurricane Sandy continue, the Corporation for National and Community Service will publish a digest of news items that underscore the response of national service participants across the nation. Visit this page regularly to see the latest updates.Disaster Response and RecoveryFri, 2 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=951When it comes to massive storms like Hurricane Sandy, many dangers remain long after the weather event has dissipated. Some areas far from the front lines of the devastation won't make headlines but will continue to feel the storm's effects for some time to come. Disaster Response and RecoveryThu, 1 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=950The devastation left behind by Hurricane Sandy is still being assessed, but there are several ways you can help those affected by storm. The information below is compiled from FEMA. We will update this post with the most up-to-date and location-specific information as it becomes available. Be sure to check back regularly. Disaster Response and RecoveryTue, 30 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=949Our thoughts and prayers go out to those who have been affected by Hurricane Sandy. While the worst of the weather is beyond some areas on the East Coast, Sandy remains a very large storm system that continues to pose life-threatening hazards for coastal and inland areas including high winds, heavy rains, dangerous storm surge and flash flooding, and snow and cold weather hazards in some areas.Disaster Response and RecoveryTue, 30 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=948As of Friday, November 2, 877 national service members are in affected states, with an additional 900 more on standby for assignments. These members include AmeriCorps, Senior Corps, and 41 of 42 FEMA Corps teams. Disaster Response and RecoveryMon, 29 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=947The Corporation for National and Community Service supports volunteer service across the nation, and we couldn't let this weekend pass without saluting the millions who will take part in the annual Make a Difference Day. You can still find a project and join them if you hurry.United We ServeFri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=946Each day more than 160,000 U.S. children stay home from school because they fear being bullied. Kids were once asked to accept and endure this treatment. But no longer. Children and adults are now taking a stand during National Bullying Prevention Month to end this form of harassment.HealthThu, 25 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=945Recently discharged veterans shouldn't have to struggle to find work when they return home from service, but they often do. AmeriCorps VISTA Heather Hays is helping vets make the most of a program that lets them serve their country in a new way while placing them on a pathway to permanent employment.Veterans and Military FamiliesTue, 23 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=944We would like to introduce you to Percy Thomas and Dorothy Campbell, two amazing volunteers in our Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) whose service was profiled on Friday's edition of the NBC Nightly News.United We ServeMon, 22 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=942The formula to improve student achievement doesn't start and end with the classroom -- talented teachers, committed parents, and engaged communities must also factor into the equation. Earlier this week, the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) and U.S. Department of Education recognized 31 organizations from across the nation for their pursuit of that goal in the Together for Tomorrow (TFT) Challenge.EducationFri, 19 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=941The latest estimates show that Americans have more than $1 trillion in outstanding student loan debt and in 2011 the average borrower owed $23,300. What if there was a way for students to reduce their college costs while gaining some valuable experience at the same time? Look no further.Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=940If today is a typical day, someone's mother, sister, wife, or best friend won't be coming home tomorrow. If today is a typical day, three women in the United States will lose their lives to domestic violence. Today doesn't have to be another typical day.Safety and SecurityWed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=939The Coulee Region RSVP in La Crosse, Wisconsin, collaborates with Gundersen Lutheran Health System's environmental stewardship program to mitigate some of the waste that was being sent to the county's landfill and reuse the material to help others in the hospital.Energy and the EnvironmentMon, 15 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=938The Social Innovation Fund is a Corporation for National and Community Service initiative that transforms lives by catalyzing broader impact of effective nonprofits. We've told its story in many ways, but sometimes a picture -- or in this case, a video -- is worth a thousand words. Social Innovation FundFri, 12 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=937Last Friday, I had the opportunity to meet the second group of the inaugural class of FEMA Corps during their induction ceremony in Vinton, Iowa. Soon, this group will join their fellow FEMA Corps inductees in regional offices and joint field offices around the country. Similar to the induction ceremony in Vicksburg, I couldn't help but come away from this ceremony energized, knowing this group of young people is sharply focused on making a difference in their world - particularly in the lives of disaster survivors.Thu, 11 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=936What can YOU do? It's such an interesting question because it's wide open to interpretation. But I've found that most people, especially adults, tend to answer in the context of employment or occupation. And each time they do, it reaffirms my basic belief in the intrinsic value of work. Economic OpportunityWed, 10 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=935After defending our country in locations all around the world, many veterans find more battles await them when they return home. A new initiative was announced today to support and ease the reintegration of returning service members, veterans, and their families as they search for jobs and support services.Veterans and Military FamiliesTue, 9 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=934The Service News Digest is a regular feature on the Serve.gov blog. In this series, we showcase news highlights that feature national service, and Corporation for National and Community Service programs. Take a look at some of the great stories that had people talking recently. Tue, 9 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=933Cesar Estrada Chavez, noted Latino community leader and advocate for the rights of farmworkers around the country, was honored yesterday with the announcement of a national monument inspired by his lifetime of service and work on behalf of others. United We ServeTue, 9 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=932Each year, the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll recognizes higher education institutions that reflect the values of exemplary community service and achieve meaningful outcomes in their communities through service.United We ServeThu, 4 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=931You will hear the acronym STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) a lot whenever the discussion turns to improving education in the United States, and there is a good reason. Those disciplines are the cornerstones of the jobs that will keep America competitive in the near and distant future, and we have to get our students ready for that future now.EducationWed, 3 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=930The Service News Digest is a regular feature on the Serve.gov blog. In this series, we showcase news highlights that feature national service, and Corporation for National and Community Service programs. Take a look at some of the great stories that had people talking recently. National ServiceMon, 1 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=929Physical activity is essential to a healthy lifestyle, and it can be especially important in helping kids do better in school. U.S. Health and Human Services studies show that regular physical activity for kids and teens improves strength and endurance, helps build healthy bones and muscles, and increases self-esteem.ExerciseTue, 2 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=928Utilizing the energy and enthusiasm of recent college grads from partner universities to serve as full-time advisers in underserved schools, the National College Advising Corps works to improve the prospects of economically disadvantaged students for post-secondary success. National ServiceFri, 5 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.serve.gov/stories_detail.asp?tbl_servestories_id=927In celebration of my two years of service with AmeriCorps coming to an end, one of my friends took me out to dinner. As we sat around the table reflecting on all that had happened over the two years since we graduated from college she asked me, 'Was AmeriCorps worth it?' Fri, 28 Sep 2012 00:00:00 EST