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Feature Articles for April 2003

Viva Volunteerism!
Teach your family the joys of giving. Become volunteers or honor a dedicated volunteer you know by getting involved in these national events:

National Youth Service Day, celebrated April 11 to 13, has three primary goals: to recognize the year-round service and volunteering efforts of millions of young people nationwide; to recruit a new generation of citizens who are both participants and supporters of youth service organizations; and to promote young people as resources, rather than problems, in their communities. The day is sponsored by Youth Service America. For more information, visit www.ysa.org/nysd/index.cfm or call 202-296-2992.

Angel Soft Angels in Action® encourages children to make a difference in their communities. The program recognizes and rewards children eight to 15 years old who execute exemplary acts of service to benefit their community, a charity or cause. Ten finalists will receive $5,000 and a one-year supply of Angel Soft bath tissue, and will be recognized in a special awards ceremony. To nominate a child for the award, visit www.angelsoft.com.

Nominations also can be submitted by providing the following information:

1) nominee’s name, contact information and date of birth;
2) nominator’s name, contact information and date of birth;
3) parent or legal guardian’s name and contact information; and
4) a 100-word essay, describing the nominee’s dedication to a community, charity or cause. All entries must be submitted to Angel Soft “Angels in Action” Awards Program c/o Amy Pierson, 676 N. St. Clair, Suite 1000, Chicago, IL 60611 by June 21, 2003. Nominators must be at least 18 years of age.

National Volunteer Week, the week for recognizing and celebrating volunteers, is April 27 to May 3. This year’s theme is “Celebrate Volunteers -- The Spirit of America!” The week is sponsored by the Points of Light Foundation & Volunteer Center National Network. For more information, log on to www.1800volunteer.org/ or call 1-800-VOLUNTEER.

For more information about volunteer opportunities, visit the Points of Light Foundation’s Web site, www.1800volunteer.org/ or call 1-800-VOLUNTEER.