[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 80 (Wednesday, April 24, 2024)]
[Presidential Documents]
[Pages 31071-31072]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2024-08910]


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                Proclamation 10731 of April 19, 2024

                
National Volunteer Week, 2024

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                America's volunteers embody the core values that define 
                our Nation: an optimism that is tested yet resolute; a 
                courage that digs deep when we need it most; and an 
                unshakeable faith in one another, our Nation, and the 
                future we can build together. During National Volunteer 
                Week, we celebrate the millions of selfless Americans 
                who keep faith in all of us and give their time, 
                service, and hearts to make sure no one is left behind.

                I have often said that America is a good Nation because 
                we are a good people--every day, our country's 
                volunteers prove that to be true. They lead by the 
                power of their example. From helping rebuild homes 
                after devastating disasters to tutoring our youth and 
                helping ensure orderly elections, volunteers strengthen 
                our communities and improve the lives of people across 
                our Nation and around the world. Through these 
                extraordinary acts of service, volunteers also have the 
                opportunity to engage with new communities and try new 
                things--building professional networks and friendships, 
                learning skills, and finding a sense of purpose. 
                Volunteering is truly at the heart of our American 
                spirit: working together to build a future of greater 
                possibilities.

                My Administration is proud to have put more 
                volunteering opportunities within reach of Americans. 
                More than one million Americans have served as 
                AmeriCorps volunteers, donating their time to improve 
                communities across the country. This includes the 
                140,000 older Americans who serve as AmeriCorps' senior 
                volunteers. Together, AmeriCorps volunteers have 
                stepped up in the face of national emergencies--from 
                helping put shots in arms during the COVID-19 pandemic 
                to serving as recovery coaches for those impacted by 
                the opioid crisis and responding to natural disasters. 
                My Administration is proud to have made a historic $1 
                billion investment in AmeriCorps through our American 
                Rescue Plan so they could expand operations and 
                strengthen their programs. Around the world, our Peace 
                Corps volunteers work alongside the members of 
                thousands of communities to improve people's lives by 
                helping small-scale farmers succeed, teaching small 
                business skills in classrooms, promoting health equity, 
                and so much more.

                During National Volunteer Week, we remember that even 
                one act of service--big or small--can make a 
                difference. Volunteers spread hope and, in the process, 
                inspire so many to give back to their communities. I 
                encourage everyone to look for ways to volunteer in 
                their own communities, show up for one another, and 
                step up for those in need. For more information, visit 
                AmeriCorps.gov and peacecorps.gov/volunteer.

                NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of 
                the United States of America, by virtue of the 
                authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws 
                of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 21 
                through April 27, 2024, as National Volunteer Week. I 
                call upon all Americans to observe this week by 
                volunteering in service projects across the country and 
                pledging to make service a part of their daily lives.

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                IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 
                nineteenth day of April, in the year of our Lord two 
                thousand twenty-four, and of the Independence of the 
                United States of America the two hundred and forty-
                eighth.
                
                
                    (Presidential Sig.)

[FR Doc. 2024-08910
Filed 4-23-24; 8:45 am]
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