Topic: AmeriCorps

Montgomery County recipients of Governor’s Volunteer Stars Award Winners Announced

February 12, 2013 |

Montgomery County, TN – Congratulations go to Alexis Mihalinec and Susan and Bobby Powers for being selected the Montgomery County recipients for the 2012 Governor’s Volunteer Stars Awards.

Mihalinec, the Montgomery County Youth winner, is a 14 year old with a very giving heart. She dedicates her time to help low income families of Montgomery County that need a hand up with school supplies to help start the school year off right!

Alexis Mihalinec (left photo) and Susan and Bobby Powers (right photo) have been selected for the 2012 Governor’s Volunteer Stars Awards.

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Hands on Clarkville’s “911 Serve to Remember: Days of Service” September 1st-11th

August 16, 2012 |

Clarksville, TN- Clarksville is proud to be a part of the Corporation for National and Community Service 2012 September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance.  There is no day in history that has the same power to unite us in service like 9/11.

Be a part of this remarkable initiative to honor 9/11 victims, survivors and those who rose up in service in response the attacks by volunteering in your community. Volunteers and volunteer leaders are needed to help with various local service activities.

Hands on Clarksville’s  “9/11 Serve to Remember: Days of Service” challenges citizens of all ages and walks of life to join us from September 1st-11th, 2012 as our community once again honors the memory and expresses our appreciation to those who serve, with our service. «Read the rest of this article»

Montgomery County announces Volunteer Stars Award Recipients

February 13, 2012 |

Montgomery County, TN – Congratulations go to H. Lynn Hunter and Trinity Beard for being selected the Montgomery County recipients for the 2011 Governor’s Volunteer Stars Awards.

Hunter and Beard will be recognized, along with other recipients from across the state, at a reception in Nashville on February 27th and both will be honored tonight during the February Montgomery County commission meeting with proclamations from County Mayor Carolyn Bowers.

(L to R) H. Lynn Hunter and Trinity Beard are this years recipients for the 2011 Governor’s Volunteer Stars Awards.

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AmeriCorps Stories: How 9/11 Changed My Life

September 11, 2011 |

Washington D.C. – In the aftermath of the tragedy that struck America a decade ago, hundreds of AmeriCorps members stepped forward to help, offering assistance to the injured, serving as family caseworkers, and helping those displaced from Ground Zero find housing and other services. For many, their service was a life-changing experience, inspiring them to pursue lives of public service.

All across the country, the events of that day and the heroism of our first responders inspired thousands of then-teenagers and 20-somethings to give back. Many voluntarily enlisted during wartime and knowingly risked their lives to protect our country. Others chose to serve their country through AmeriCorps, meeting vital community needs in education, health, disaster relief, and other areas. All have upheld the virtues of honor, sacrifice, and selflessness that have always been the source of America’s strength. «Read the rest of this article»

Americans Remember September 11th By Serving

September 11, 2011 |

Hundreds of Thousands Volunteer in All 50 States on September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance

Washington, D.C. – On the tenth anniversary of the September 11th attacks, hundreds of thousands of Americans will participate in service and remembrance activities to pay tribute to 9/11 victims and heroes and rekindle the spirit of unity and compassion that followed the attacks.

Projects marking the September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance will take place in all 50 states, ranging from food drives and school beautification to disaster preparation and neighborhood cleanups, with many focused on supporting veterans, soldiers, military families, and first responders. «Read the rest of this article»

Governor’s Volunteer Stars Award Nominations being accepted

August 21, 2010 |

Nominations for the Third Annual Governor’s Volunteer Stars Awards are now being accepted within Montgomery County. The awards will celebrate the efforts of volunteers who strive to improve their communities through service.

One youth and one adult will be selected in Montgomery County to receive this prestigious award. Nominees will be judged based on the community’s needs of the volunteer service performed, initiative taken to perform the service, creativity used to solve a community problem and impact of the volunteer service on the community. «Read the rest of this article»

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