Civil society

State Veterans Homes Recognize More Than 2,500 Volunteers

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Wednesday, April 18, 2018
Ethics, Civil society, Philanthropy, Public administration, Social philosophy, Volunteering, Virtue

Each of the six veterans homes will hold events and activities for their volunteers in April to thank them for their selfless service to our veterans.

Key Points: 
  • Each of the six veterans homes will hold events and activities for their volunteers in April to thank them for their selfless service to our veterans.
  • Delaware Valley Veterans' Home (DVVH) in Philadelphia will recognize its 206 volunteers at an April 19 dinner.
  • Collectively, the volunteers donated more than 17,000 hours to serve the residents, which is the largest number of volunteer hours of the six veterans homes.
  • "These celebrations are really only a small token of appreciation for the extraordinary work these volunteers do every day, all year long," said Andrew Ruscavage, director, Bureau of Veterans Homes.

Statement from Natalye Paquin, Points of Light President and CEO, in Honor of Mrs. Barbara Bush

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Wednesday, April 18, 2018
Bush family, Livingston family, Schuyler family, United States, Sons of the American Revolution, Texas, Government, Civil society, George H. W. Bush, Points of Light, Volunteering, George W. Bush

Her life was the very definition of what we at Points of Light hold up and support though our mission, a life that includes service to others.

Key Points: 
  • Her life was the very definition of what we at Points of Light hold up and support though our mission, a life that includes service to others.
  • A tireless advocate for volunteerism, Mrs. Bush helped countless charities and humanitarian causes during her years in public life.
  • "We have been fortunate at Points of Light to call her a supporter, a partner and a friend.
  • We were privileged to have Mrs. Bush inspire us at the nationally televised 2011 Points of Light Tribute event and during the 2012 National Conference on Volunteering in Service .

Statement by the Prime Minister on National Volunteer Week

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Sunday, April 15, 2018
Ethics, Culture, Civil society, Giving, Philanthropy, Public administration, Social ethics, Canada, Justin Trudeau, Volunteering, National Volunteer Week, Canadians

OTTAWA, April 15, 2018 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on National Volunteer Week:

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  • OTTAWA, April 15, 2018 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on National Volunteer Week:
    "During National Volunteer Week , we recognize Canadians who improve the lives of others, and build a better country, one selfless act at a time.
  • Earlier this year, we launched the first phase of Canada Service Corps, the country's first national youth service initiative.
  • When Canada's Volunteer Awards open for nominations later this week, I hope all Canadians take the time to nominate someone they know who is changing lives and bettering our communities through service.
  • On behalf of the Government of Canada, I thank all volunteers, whose service and selflessness move this country forward and bring us all closer together."

April Is National Volunteer Month - Use Custom Bumper Stickers to Create Awareness

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Wednesday, March 28, 2018
Ethics, Stationery, Philanthropy, Social philosophy, Civil society, Giving, Sticker, Label, National Volunteer Month, Volunteering, Altruism

Use Custom Bumper Stickers from Lightning Labels during National Volunteer Month

Key Points: 
  • In National Volunteer Month, April, people are encouraged to follow their own interests and enthusiasms to contribute to the common good.
  • "Volunteerism is a great tradition, and National Volunteer Month is a well-deserved celebration of this trait," said Lightning Labels Director of Business Development AnneMarie Campbell.
  • Volunteering Brings Success
    Nonprofit groups and charities that attract new recruits during National Volunteer Month can hand out stickers to these altruistic individuals.
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