Blog Post: National Volunteer Week Promotes Mentoring and Other Service Opportunities

Since 1974, every U.S. president has issued a proclamation designating National Volunteer Week , an annual celebration of the contributions of citizen volunteers. This year's observance is April 15–21, with the theme "Inspire by Example." There are many ways in which one can make a difference for the better in one's community through volunteering. Serving as a mentor to an at-risk youth is one of the most vital.

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To learn more about National Volunteer Week and how you may observe it, visit http://www.usafreedomcorps.gov/about_usafc/special/nvw.asp . For further information on mentoring as an opportunity to volunteer, visit http://www.mentoring.org/mentor_minute/national_volunteer_week_coming_soon.php .