Posts tagged national service

From Navy SEAL to AmeriCorps Member

By Sidney Ellington

Sidney Ellington is a retired Navy SEAL and AmeriCorps member who served with Teach For America.

Continued desire to make a difference led veteran to Teach For America

Let’s Make Some Noise on September 12th

Join the AmeriCorps 20th Anniversary Thunderclap and help us spread the word about the impact of this program and national service later this week.

Sign up to join the Thunderclap by 11 AM Eastern on 9/12!

AmeriCorps Alums National Leadership Award Winners Revealed

By CNCS Staff

20 alumni recognized for commitment to a lifetime of service

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National Service Closing the Graduation Gap

By CNCS Staff

A child listens during a reading at a Let's Read. Let's Move. event at the Department of Education in Washington, DC. (Corporation for National and Community Service photo)

America’s Promise Alliance report lauds role of CNCS programs in education

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Rebuilding Hurricane Sandy-Impacted New Jersey

By Dina Long

This beach cabana business in Sea Bright, NJ, which was in front of the seawall, was destroyed by Hurricane Sandy in 2012. Homes and businesses on the opposite side of the seawall generally fared better, though there was still severe damage in Sea Bright. (FEMA photo by Liz Roll)

Sea Bright Mayor praises AmeriCorps partners in disaster recovery effort

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Can You Hear the Thunderclap?

By CNCS Staff

National Service News Week In Review

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First Person: Choose FEMA Corps!

By Samantha Hawke

Corps member shares her experiences, encourages others to join

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Have You Ever Seen an AmeriShoe?

By CNCS Staff

National Service News Week In Review

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Get Ready for the AmeriCorps 20th Anniversary Celebration

The countdown is on for the epic AmeriCorps 20th Anniversary celebration on Sept. 12. In honor of the big event, we’re showcasing AmeriCorps on a special site. Check it out – relive our history, get to know some of our members who’ve made their mark, find an anniversary celebration near you, and show us some “AmeriLove” by taking the pledge.

Visit the AmeriCorps 20th Anniversary site

Getting Things Done Before, During, and After Disasters

By Kelly DeGraff

AmeriCorps 20th Anniversary August theme highlights crucial national service

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In the Footsteps of My Father

By Shane Miller

A U.S. Marine Corps staff sergeant salutes the colors at the center walk during the Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington in Washington, DC, on May 13, 2011.. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Cody A. Fodale)