County Day of Recognition for National Service

Posted by Corporation for National and Community Service on March 16, 2015

Every day, in counties across America, national service is tackling tough problems and strengthening communities. On April 7, 2015, county leaders across the nation will recognize the impact of AmeriCorps and Senior Corps and thank those who serve on the first annual County Day of Recognition for National Service.

On this day, county executives and board chairs will hold public events, issue proclamations, and use media to highlight the impact of national service and inspire more citizens to serve. The initiative, part of National County Government Month, is being led by the National Association of Counties (NACo) and the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS).

As the federal agency for national service and volunteering, CNCS annually engages five million citizens in service at more than 60,000 locations. Through AmeriCorps, Senior Corps, the Social Innovation Fund and other programs, CNCS leverages federal and private funds to support organizations that achieve measurable results where the need is greatest. Whether supporting food banks and homeless shelters, restoring parks, building homes, providing health services, strengthening public safety and juvenile justice services, and managing community volunteers, national service members help local leaders tackle tough problems.

http://www.nationalservice.gov/special-initiatives/county-day-recognition-national-service