Apr 19 2012
Who are your heroes?
Posted by: Kevin B. Gilnack, Campaign Manager
There are thousands of heroes among us in The Caring Force. Heroes who provide vital support and empowerment to our most vulnerable neighbors -- often for little pay. Heroes who overcome immense challenges to thrive in the community. Heroes who pioneer innovative new programs and agencies. Heroes who give back to their community and invest in critical human services.
That's why I wanted to share the message below from the White House, which invites you to nominate fellow "Americans who have performed exemplary deeds of services outside their regular jobs and who have provided inspiration for others to serve" for the 2012 Presidential Citizens Medal. If you check out the examples of past medal recipients, you'll see a common theme: their stories sound similar to members and supporters of The Caring Force.
The Caring Force is the biggest group of heroes I know, and I encourage you to take a moment to think about the heroes in your life -- those who give back and inspire you to do the same -- and nominate someone deserving.
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Wednesday, April 18, 2012
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Who are your heroes?
For more than 40 years, presidents have presented the Citizens Medal to Americans who have performed extraordinary acts of service for their country or their fellow citizens.
Now we're looking to honor a new group of heroes, and we need your help.
Take a moment to nominate Americans who have performed exemplary deeds of service outside of their regular jobs and who have provided inspiration for others to serve.
You can view the full criteria and get started on a nomination here:
These individuals come from different backgrounds, and they've devoted their lives to different causes, but they're united by a commitment to selflessness. They've each devoted their lives to helping others. And the 2012 Citizens Medal is a chance to highlight these everyday heroes for all they do.
Here are a few examples of Citizens Medal recipients from last year:
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Ida Martin created an organization to help working families, disabled residents, and senior citizens in South Carolina who had suffered a financial crisis.
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John Keaveney, who fought in Vietnam, founded New Directions -- a home for homeless and disabled veterans with addiction and mental health problems.
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Margaret Martin founded the Harmony Project to make quality arts education available to those in some of the most underserved parts of Los Angeles, California.
Each of them is a testament to the impact that a single individual can have on his or her community and on the world.
If you know someone like Ida, John, or Margaret, please take a moment to nominate them for the 2012 Citizens Medal before April 24:
http://www.whitehouse.gov/citizensmedal
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