Fwd: It's National Volunteer Week!

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In a message dated 4/28/2003 11:38:03 AM Pacific Standard Time,

info writes:

 

> Celebrate Volunteers -- The Spirit of America,

> April 27 to May 3

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> Give me a hand! Here, a volunteer, after some training, helps a kitten get

> essential nourishment. Contact your local shelter to see how you can make a

> difference in the lives of animals.

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> Dear Joanne,

>

> Did you know that 44% of American adults volunteer? And according to a

> report by the Independent Sector, America's volunteer population represents

> the equivalent of more than nine million full-time employees, with a

> collective work value of an estimated $239 billion!

>

> Celebrate these selfless individuals during National Volunteer Week -- a

> tradition established in 1974 to recognize and thank volunteers nationwide

> for their donation of time and effort to their communities. The theme of

> the 2003 National Volunteer Week, held April 27 to May 3, is " Spirit of

> America " !

>

> Want to join the growing number of Americans who are learning new

> experiences, assisting organizations in need, or just plain having fun?

> Here are some activities to try:

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> Getting Involved with Animals

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> Walk, train, or groom dogs at your local shelter.

> Socialize animals that are up for adoption -- cats, dogs, bunnies, or

> " pocket pets. "

> Call your shelter and see what off-site services are needed, like being a

> " foster parent, " teaching education programs, or helping with special

> events.

> Participate in a Walk-A-Thon.

> Get involved in American Humane's <A

HREF= " http://www.americanhumane.org/site/R?i=Pjlgc5tMsyOFQEioWaLqEQ.. " >Be Kind

to Animals Week®,</A> May 4 to 10.

> This annual event is a celebration of animals and the role they play in our

> lives. <A

HREF= " http://www.americanhumane.org/site/R?i=U_gAkme3zsqFQEioWaLqEQ.. " >Click

here </A>for ways you can make a difference during this special

> week. (While you're there, check out the winners of our national <A

HREF= " http://www.americanhumane.org/site/R?i=tdDE9I4065qFQEioWaLqEQ.. " >Be Kind

to

> Animalsâ„¢ Kid Contest</A>.) Getting Involved with Children

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> Help out in a neighborhood school.

> Tutor children in an after-school program.

> Read stories to children at the local library.

> Coach a youth athletic team.

> Call a residential children's center and ask about helping with field

> trips, activities, cooking, gardening, or fundraising.

>

> For more opportunities to help children and animals, call American Humane

> at (866) AHA-1877 or search the award-winning <A

HREF= " http://www.americanhumane.org/site/R?i=Jel4jPChu-OFQEioWaLqEQ.. " >Volunteer\

Match</A> database.

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Help raise awareness about animal welfare --

> <A HREF= " http://www.americanhumane.org/site/TellAFriend?msgId=2463 " >Forward

this message to a friend!</A>

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