National Volunteer Week, 2019

Proclamation 9860 of April 5, 2019

National Volunteer Week, 2019

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During National Volunteer Week, we acknowledge the many
Americans who generously give their time and talents to
help improve the lives of others. Their acts of
kindness help build a better and brighter future, and
remind us that we all have a role to play in making our
communities safer, healthier, and stronger.

America's strength has always come from the acts of
ordinary citizens. From the earliest days of our
Nation, volunteers have stepped forward to serve,
helping us survive our greatest challenges and achieve
our greatest triumphs. Every day, through their
volunteerism, millions of our citizens renew this ethic
of service, which is fundamental to our Nation's
character and exemplifies the resolve of the American
people.

In 2017, the number of Americans volunteering hit a
record high, and their contributions were worth an
estimated $167 billion in economic value. These
outstanding individuals keep students on track to
graduate, care for seniors, aid our veterans, and help
those affected by natural disasters, war, and disease
overseas. Last year, we again witnessed the servant
leadership of thousands of Americans who volunteered to
help their fellow citizens following natural disasters
around the country. After devastating hurricanes,
flooding, tornadoes, and wildfires, countless Americans
answered the call to help others rebuild and recover.
Even in times of great uncertainty and despair, their
compassion helped renew the hope of so many in need.

Americans' commitment to serving others has always
contributed to the success and prosperity of our
Nation. This week, we pay tribute to our country's
volunteers and recognize every American who takes time
to help others. We celebrate the spirit and generosity
that drive our citizens to care for others and serve a
cause greater than self.

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 7 through April
13, 2019, 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
fifth day of April, in the year of our Lord two
thousand nineteen, and of the Independence of the
United States of America the two hundred and forty-
third.

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