    [United States Statutes at Large, Volume 132, 115th Congress, 2nd Session]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

    Proclamation 9726 of April 16, 2018

    National Volunteer Week, 2018

    By the President of the United States of America

    A Proclamation

    During National Volunteer Week, we recognize the millions of Americans
    who strengthen, enrich, and improve our communities through their
    tireless and selfless commitment to serving others. Those who

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    dedicate their time, talent, and resources to positively influence the
    lives of others continue a legacy and tradition of service that began
    with our Founding Fathers and remains firmly enshrined in our national
    character today.
    Volunteers leave their mark on every facet of our neighborhoods and
    communities. Their work educates, equips, and empowers others. Some who
    volunteer as first responders risk rushing toward danger in order to
    help people during their times of greatest need. Others help children
    learn to read, tutor struggling students, provide services to the
    impoverished or elderly, and support our veterans and military families.
    Acting individually and through faith-based and other community
    organizations, volunteers help to bind us together as a Nation.
    America's volunteers are exceptional citizens and tremendous role models
    who demonstrate some of the finest qualities of the American people.
    Time and again we have seen America's compassionate, serving heart
    through the volunteer efforts of our people. Last year, for example, we
    saw the dedication and generosity of volunteers during Hurricanes
    Harvey, Irma, and Maria, which harmed and displaced thousands of
    Americans. In the wake of such destruction and tragedy, heartening
    stories of unity, selflessness, and hope emerged. Americans from all
    walks of life put their lives on hold, and often on the line, to help
    people they had never met. They answered an urgent call and took action.
    These commendable individuals embody the very best of our country and
    our way of life. They remind us that even in our darkest days, goodness
    will prevail.
    During National Volunteer Week, we honor America's outstanding
    volunteers and their invaluable contributions to our Nation and the
    world. Because of their compassion and dedication, they are transforming
    communities and lives all across the country. I salute the men and women
    of all ages who mobilize each day to serve others, and I encourage all
    citizens to seek out opportunities to engage in volunteer service within
    their communities.
    NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, 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 15 through April
    21, 2018, as National Volunteer Week. I call upon all Americans to
    observe this week by volunteering in service projects across our country
    and pledging to make service a part of their daily lives.
    IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of
    April, in the year of our Lord two thousand eighteen, and of the
    Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
    second.
    DONALD J. TRUMP