Recognizing the Strength and Culture of Indigenous Communities

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Every second Monday of October, we celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day to honor the valuable contributions of American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians to the world. Throughout history, Indigenous people have cherished and safeguarded their unique cultures, preserving their land, language, spirit, tradition, and knowledge for generations to come. This day is an opportunity to honor and recognize the resilience and beauty of Indigenous communities.

From Conservation to Education, AmeriCorps Members Make a Difference for Animals and People

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A Childhood Dream Come True 

As a child, AmeriCorps member Brooke says the education programs offered at zoos, aquariums, and wildlife refuges in Wisconsin sparked her interest in animals. The complex interactions between humans, animals, and their shared environments intrigued her.

Arizona’s Older Adults Display the Power of Service

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Older Americans who serve as AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers go beyond supporting their community. They tap into their life experiences to help address critical needs in their communities. During Older Americans Month, we join the nation to recognize and thank older adults for their invaluable contributions from coast to coast. 

Five Decades of AmeriCorps Senior RSVP

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This year, we celebrate AmeriCorps Seniors Retired & Senior Volunteer Program’s 50th Anniversary. Over the past five decades, millions of RSVP volunteers improved communities across the United States. The older adults serving in RSVP are dedicated to solving problems in their local communities. Our volunteers provide more than $1 billion worth of service to the nation each year, driven by motivation to give back, improve their communities and leave a legacy. 

Join the Caravan to Reframe Aging

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The Reframing Aging Initiative is generating a groundswell for change – from local efforts to national leaders – to tell a more complete story of aging. This story explains that good ideas know no age limit, and that experience and wisdom can be tapped to benefit us all. And more than we realize, our words matter. Changing how we communicate will change attitudes about aging, and ultimately will advance policies and programs that support us at every age and stage of life.