The governor has called on North Carolina’s most valuable resource, its people, to serve in their communities over the next 11 weeks as part of the United We Serve campaign launched by President and Mrs. Obama
On June 22, the governor announced her support for the national initiative and encouraged all North Carolinians to volunteer in some way. The United We Serve campaign encourages citizens to better the lives of those around them and aims to make service a way of life for all Americans.
The N.C. Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service is the leading agency in the Governor’s Office in promoting people, communities and enterprises to grow North Carolina’s service opportunities. The commission is committed to the campaign and to connecting North Carolinians with volunteer opportunities throughout the state by collaborating with local volunteer organizations and agencies.
Volunteering not only inspires those who are helped, but it inspires those who give as well. No matter your age, there are many ways to support community needs, whether it is mentoring a child who needs encouragement and guidance, delivering food to the elderly, serving at a soup kitchen or cleaning up a community park.
Today, as you reflect on that person or situation that has made you who you are, think of how you can answer this call to service and make a difference. I encourage you to go to the national Web site, www.serve.gov, and find an organization that you would like to give your time and energy. Or, create your own volunteer project to undertake, register it at www.serve.gov and have your family, neighbors and co-workers sign up to support you. The NC Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service would benefit from your service in the community by volunteering to support the Volunteer Center efforts.