A devastating impact on communities in need: 100% cut to funding for the Corporation for National and Community Service
Last week, the House of Representatives voted in favor of H.R. 1, a Continuing Resolution that will fund the federal government through September 30, 2011, the last seven months of Fiscal Year 2011.
This resolution makes a 100% cut to funding for the Corporation for National and Community Service, the federal agency that funds:
• AmeriCorps
• Senior Corps
• Learn and Serve America
• The Volunteer Generation Fund
• The Social Innovation Fund
Cutting these funds would eliminate over 85,000 AmeriCorps positions, an entire federal agency, and have a devastating impact on communities in need across the country.
This week, Congress is taking a "district recess" which means they will be home in their districts engaging with their constituents. Voices for National Service, a nonprofit who advocates on behalf of the National Service community, has organized "Save Service District Day" on February 25th (tomorrow).
Those who support these efforts may consider calling, emailing, or going to their Representative or Senator's office to voice support for National Service. On the website, there are links to talking points and local offices in order to connect with others on the 25th. Please feel free to pass this on to others!
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