Celebrate National AmeriCorps Week - May 9th-16th, 2009 Did you know that over two thirds of the Hands On Greater Portland staff have served in an AmeriCorps program? Four members of our team are currently serving as AmeriCorps volunteers, and four more have served in the past! Hundreds of AmeriCorps members dedicate their time and talent across Oregon to improve local communities, so we’re celebrating the program’s achievements and sharing our experiences with you!
With President Obama’s signature still drying on the page, the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act is poised to boost the 16-year-old AmeriCorps program from 75,000 volunteers to an outstanding 250,000 members serving across the nation each year. AmeriCorps members receive a basic living allowance to serve for a 10-12 month term within local communities to teach children, preserve the environment, combat poverty, improve healthcare, promote volunteerism, and so much more.
Learn more about the AmeriCorps program, its influence at Hands On, and how to get involved in the future!
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