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THE NATIONAL
CARING AWARDS
PROCESS
and
PURPOSE
y life is my message," said Mahatma Gandhi. The mes-
M
sage of the caring Americans detailed in the pages that
follow is no less remarkable. With Gandhi they share the
knowledge that no act of kindness is ever wasted. They
know the measure of humans will be found not SO much in what we
acquire as in what we contribute. They seek to improve every
situation they find and make things better.
The search for these caring Americans began
that we are interdependent-that we each belong
in 1985. The process was initiated in the belief
to one another-that the private welfare of each
that caring is the essence of America. "These
depends ultimately on the welfare of the other.
Americans are peculiar people," Alexis de
In this light, caring becomes a one-word dis-
Tocqueville observed when our society was still in
tillate of the Golden Rule. It is the ethical base that
its infancy. "If, in a local community, a citizen
supports our democracy, the Bill of Rights, and
becomes aware of a human need which is not being
even the free-enterprise system. Those American
met, he thereupon discusses the situation with his
businesses that have been successful over the
neighbors. Suddenly, a committee comes into exist-
long term understand that profit is not an end in
ence. The committee thereupon begins to operate
and of itself but the monetary measure of that
on behalf of the need, and a new community
business's contribution to society.
function is established. It is like watching a miracle,
Unfortunately during the last decade it seems
because these citizens perform this act without a
this tradition was forgotten. Through the media
single reference to any bureaucracy, or any official
and a multitude of other sources, we were en-
agency."
couraged to pursue our private interests. We
The authors of Habits of the Heart, the land-
looked at the bottom line and asked, "What's in it
mark description of the development of American
for me?" Many sought short-term advantages at
society, conclude there was no accident in this
the expense of others and began excluding con-
design. They report the founders of our nation
cern for the common welfare.
knew that the stability and success of our republic
As a result, the fabric of our society began to
depended on the maintenance of virtue among its
degenerate. A society that once was distinguished
citizens. Virtue they defined as the knowledge
by our uncommon concern for the common good
Reprinted with permission from CARING PEOPLE, Vol. 5, Winter 1992.
began to be defined in terms of materialism.
The purpose of the National Caring Awards is
Where once we defined success in terms of ser-
to recognize the contributions of these excep-
vice, increasingly we were told to think in terms of
tional human beings, to reinforce their activities,
acquisition. Success at any price and a seemingly
and to create role models for society. The Na-
endless appetite for material possessions were
tional Caring Awards reflect the belief that, as
said to reflect an ever more selfish society and
Albert Schweitzer put it, "Example isn't the best
demonstrate new depths of apathy-"a-pathos"
way to teach, it's the only way." Those selected for
or not caring. To those afflicted with apathy,
a National Caring Award are our best examples
caring was an activity for saints and martyrs.
and help set the highest standard of social re-
It was in this context that the Caring Institute
sponsibility.
was created. The Institute was designed to en-
With the national standard established, the
courage public service and promote selflessness.
Institute initiated a parallel program for young
It was founded on the admonition of Albert Einstein
people. This program for "caring kids" was de-
that "only a life lived for others is a life worth-
signed to identify peer leaders-young people
while." People help people. Everyone can do
who have already demonstrated extraordinary
something to help someone else. The Institute
depths of caring and compassion-and to find
supports the belief that the
ways to reinforce these
solution to the many so-
valuable social instincts.
cial problems that confront
Each year Institute staff
our society is to rediscover
members contact the prin-
our roots and to remem-
cipals of every junior and
ber the values that are at
senior high school in the
the heart of America.
country and ask them to
The Institute initiated
identify their best kids.
the National Caring
Each year the response is
Awards as a mechanism to
overwhelming. Clearly
focus public attention on
there are thousands of
these fundamental values
truly remarkable young
of our country. Institute
people in our country.
staff began by contacting
The Caring Awards re-
the leaders of our society
cipients' activities are
and asking them to iden-
diverse and varied. Some
tify the most caring person
Frank Eliscu
are well known to the gen-
they knew. Each year since
rank Eliscu began sculpting at age 9 with wax
eral public. Some are not.
1985, this process has been
F
from his grandmother's candles. He started
Some come from comfort
repeated. Tens of thou-
exhibiting his work at 18 and won several
and privilege and have
sands of people are now
national contests at an early age. He was asked to
walked the corridors of
surveyed annually. Thou-
design the Heisman Trophy in 1936.
power. Others have
sands of nominations are
Eliscu is the author of two books: Sculpture: Three
known poverty and have
received in response. In ad-
Techniques, Wax, Slate, and Clay and Direct Wax
lived their lives on the
dition, many unsolicited
Sculpture. He also taught for many years at the Na-
fringes of society. Their
nominations are received
tional Academy of Fine Arts. At one point there was a
social, economic, and eth-
from people who have
three-year waiting period for his courses.
nic characteristics are as
In addition to the Heisman Trophy, Eliscu is the
heard of the process and
creator of the Presidential Eagle, which sits in the White
broad as a random cross
want to participate.
House Oval Office, the Presidential Medal of Freedom,
section of the country.
Each nomination re-
and the Cascade of Books, which marks the entry to
What they share is their
ceived is reviewed and
the Madison Building of the Library of Congress.
selflessness and a com-
evaluated by staff and vol-
Eliscu volunteered his talent to create the Caring
mitment to service. What
unteers. Finalists are
Award, the bronze statue given to each of the individu-
they represent is a com-
reviewed by the Institute's
als who have been identified by the Caring Institute as
mon thread of goodness
prestigious advisory board
being among the most caring people in America. "I
that runs through our so-
members, many of whom
knew it had to be a powerful piece," he says, "in order
ciety. What they teach is
are past recipients of a Na-
to capture such a dynamic concept. As you get older,
that joy only comes into
tional Caring Award. Each
you need to do something that you enjoy. Something
our lives when we have
to keep you excited. If you don't have that, you tend to
year 10 people are selected
go downhill fast. This is the kind of thing I love to do."
something meaningful to
for national recognition.
do and someone to love.
CARING
INSTITUTE
Honorary Chairman
May 7, 1993
Hon. Frank E. Moss
President
Bill Halamandaris
Vice President
Hon. Arthur Flemming
Secretary/Treasurer
Henri Landwirth
Mr. Eli Segal
Director
Executive Advisory Board
Office of National Service
The White House
Hon. Carl Albert
Washington, DC 20500
Former Speaker,
House of Representatives
Richard A. Bloch
Dear Mr. Segal:
Co-founder, H&R Block
Hon. Jed Johnson, Jr.
Executive Director,
The brochure enclosed, which describes the Hall of Fame for Caring
U.S. Association of Former
Members of Congress
Americans, just arrived. As I mentioned in my letter of April 12, 1993, I
Hugh H. Jones, Jr.
would love to give you a personal tour whenever you are in the area.
Chairman, Barnett Bank of
Jacksonville
David Jordan
With best wishes,
Editor-in-Chief, Better
Homes and Gardens
Sin
Robert C. Macauley
Chairman, AmeriCares
Bill Halamandaris
John McMeel
President
President,
Universal Press Syndicate
Hon. Edmund S. Muskie
Former Secretary of State
Robert B. Pamplin, Jr.
President,
Jina,
R.B. Pamplin, Inc.
Norman Vincent Peale
Founder, Foundation for
Christian Living
Hon. Esther Peterson
for your
Consumer Advisor to
President Kennedy
Kaye Lani Rae Rafko
files on programs
Miss America 1988
Hon. John J. Rhodes
Former Minority Leader,
House of Representatives
Karen
I
Caring Institute
519 C Street. N.E., Stanton Park, Washington, D.C. 20002-5809 (202)547-4273
At the center of the main gallery
sits an impressive tribute to car-
ing Americans-the Caring
Award. This elegant nine-foot
statue designed by the creator of
Significant support for the restoration
the Heisman Trophy Frank
of the historic property was provided by:
Eliscu is a replica of the award
given to recipients of the Caring
ABC-Television
Institute's National Caring
Creative Thinking Association
Award. Those honored have
Henri Landwirth
been selected from tens of thousands of caring Americans identified since 1985.
Fred Matser
They are the best of the best-men and women who dedicate their lives to their
National Association for Home Care
fellow man, and in their selflessness, ennoble the human race. Portraits of the
R.B. Pamplin & Company
first four classes honored hang in the main gallery. A distinguished artist is
Warren Robbins
commissioned to paint portraits of individuals in each class. Succeeding classes
Smithsonian Institution
of award recipients will be memorialized in Gallery Two. During the renovation,
the north wall of this gallery was reconfigured to include french doors that
provide access to the courtyard, where a sculpture garden will be created.
The second and third floors of the museum
are dedicated to exhibits that speak broadly
to the power of caring, including but not
limited to posters from the annual Art of
Caring poster contest for schoolchildren,
photographs from the Annual Art of Caring
photography contest, and "Faces of Car-
ing," an exhibit of illustrations of some of
the most caring men and women in history.
CARING INSTITUTE
A theater, located on the third floor, is avail-
able to play video profiles of the extraordi-
For more information on the Caring Institute or the
nary people who have been honored with a
Frederick Douglass Museum and Hall of Fame for Caring Americans,
Frederick Douglass
National Caring Award.
please write or call:
Museum and Hall of Fame
Caring Institute
The museum, dedicated in December 1992, is the visualization of the best
519 C Street, NE
for Caring Americans
instincts of man. Those who are there honored know, as did Albert Einstein, that
Washington, DC 20002-5809
"only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile." Each is individually remarkable.
202-547-4273
Collectively their example is SO inspirational as to be almost overpowering.
he Caring Institute was created in 1985 to pro-
The dining room is a
mote selflessness and public service. Through a
lovely large formal
series of broad interrelated programs the Institute
room that was con-
seeks to identify, honor, and reinforce particularly
verted from a series of
caring Americans and focus the general public's atten-
storage areas during
tion on caring.
the restoration. To-
gether with the
The Hall of Fame for Caring Americans is dedicated to the
To the left of the entrance the
Frederick Douglass
caring Americans who have made our nation great. Located one
beautiful Frederick Douglass
Memorial Room, these
block from the Supreme Court, the property is anchored by the
Memorial Room features a num-
rooms represent the
former Capitol Hill home of Frederick Douglass. Douglass, who
ber of historic artifacts, includ-
most historic sections of the original home. Again, all appoint-
by most accounts served as the catalyst for the Emancipation
ing a roll-top desk that is an
ments reflect the original decor. Of particular note was the
Proclamation, was more than an abolitionist. He stood for equal
exact replica of the desk used
discovery of the original fireplace, which was subsequently re-
rights for all men and women, earning a place among the most
by Frederick Douglass. On the
stored. It is now flanked by a beautiful slate and marble mantel-
caring people in our nation's history.
desk is placed Douglass's violin
piece and has been fitted with gas logs. The dramatic bay windows
case, a derby, and one of the
facing the street still contain their original moldings. Over 100
In 1990, with the assistance of the
original printing presses used by Douglass to print The North Star. Above the
years of paint was carefully removed during the restoration and
National Association for Home
desk is an original lithograph of President Lincoln delivering his first reading of
each small detail was restored. The walls in the dining room
Constitution
Ave
Frederick Douglass
Care and the Friends of Frederick
the Emancipation Proclamation to members of his cabinet. The entire room has
US CAPITOL
feature framed photographs of people who played significant
Caring
Douglass, the Caring Institute be-
been restored to 1870s decor. Great care was taken to ensure that all of the
roles in Douglass's life. Over the fireplace hangs a charcoal
Supreme
ASINE
gan restoration of the historic
appointments, including the doors,
drawing of Frederick Douglass done by his son, Joseph. The
Court
NW
1st
buildings and the renovation of
the trim, the window treatments,
NE
beautiful ceiling medallion over the chandelier was originally
Capitol
the adjacent property. Great care
the wall paper border, and colors
sculpted for the restoration of the boyhood home of Robert E. Lee
SW
SE
Folger
Library
Library
was taken in restoring both the
accurately reflect the decor of the
in Alexandria.
Congress
exterior and the interior of this
peroid. Where the yellow pine floors
Adams
Bldg.
Bldg.
beautiful home to its original pe-
were damaged, the wood was re-
Period french doors flank the rear of
riod splendor.
placed with yellow pine found in a
the dining room and provide entrée
late 19th century barn in rural Vir-
into the main gallery of the Hall of
The reception room welcomes guests to the museum complex
ginia. The graceful chandelier in
Fame for Caring Americans. This
and serves as the point of entry to the museum, the gift shop, and
this room is one of three converted
portion of the building was added to
the curatorial offices of the museum. Visitors are greeted by a
gas chandeliers that were installed
the original home by the Smithsonian
large mural painted by famed contemporary artist Mark Kostabi,
in the home.
Institution in the 1970s and, while
entitled "Sharing the Rainbow, Gulf of Aden." The painting was
contemporary in flavor, certain ar-
created for the Institute and donated by Mr. Kostabi for the
chitectural elements mirror the late
dedication ceremony held in December 1992.
19th century decor found in the origi-
nal rooms.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Volunteer your
WHAT WE BELIEVE
talents. SOME
could not possibly
SOME is mainly dependent on the generosity of
do its work without
We are often asked if we really help the hundreds
individuals, churches and synagogues for its day to
the help of volun-
of people who come to us each day. A good ques-
day existence. Most of our operating budget comes
teers. We are often
tion, but it may miss the point of what SOME is all
from people like you who've taken an interest in our
in need of people
about.
work and donate what they can afford.
SOME
to do clerical
work, help in our
Before all else, So Others Might Eat is a place of
Here are some ideas for those not yet involved:
ministry and hospitality. Hospitality is a special
So Others Might Eat
clothing room, do
maintenance work
virtue in the Judeo-Christian tradition; it means tak-
Support us through a monetary donation. We guar-
or repairs, help in
ing care of anyone in need who comes my way, espe-
antee your donation will be well used to serve those
our clinics (espe-
cially the person who is destitute.
most in need.
cially if you're a
doctor, nurse or dentist), provide arts and crafts in
At SOME we offer hospitality in very concrete ways:
Remember a loved one with a memorial or a
our day centers, and assist us in countless other
two good meals a day, a sympathetic ear, relief of
bequest to SOME.
ways.
pain, shared laughter and tears, a firm handshake.
We will send a let-
And it is through this hospitality that our eyes are
ter of acknowledg-
Participate in our Provide-A-Meal Program. This
opened and our isolating fears shattered. For as our
ment to the appro-
usually involves forming a group at your church, syn-
religious traditions all teach, salvation always comes
priate people.
agogue or civic organization, and preparing and
to us through the lowly, through the poor, for they
serving a well-balanced meal in our dining room.
remind us of our own vulnerability and teach us
Honor someone
Smaller groups and individuals may provide meals at
about justice and compassion.
on his or her birth-
our other centers, Shalom House for example.
day, confirmation,
We consider ourselves successful when we do not
bar mitzvah, etc.,
If you think you might have something to
judge those who come to us, but do our best to
through a donation
offer, just call us or fill out the form below for
nourish the body with food and the spirit with
to SOME. We will
more information. (202) 797-8806 or (202)
encouragement and laughter. We are gentle with the
send a card to the
797-7562.
violent, firm with the weak, supportive of the strug-
person in your
Thank you again for your support.
gling, companion to the lonely, hospitable to all.
name.
Name
We invite you to share in our work of reaching out
Support us through a Matching Gift. Many employ-
to the poor. For when we do, not only is human suf-
ers now make it possible for employees to double
Address
fering relieved, but our lives change as well. We
their donations to places like SOME by matching their
become more open, more understanding of the
Hospitality
gift. Inquire at your personnel department.
Telephone
plight of those living in poverty.
In the Shadow of
The Nation's Capitol
Include SOME in your will.
a living memorial for
I would like to volunteer in the following areas:
Call now to find out how you can help.
the poor.
So Others Might Eat.
71 0 Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20001
Donate food or small household items.
Send To:
SONE
Father John
SOME
71 o Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20001
WHO WE ARE
WHAT WE DO
SERVICES FOR THE MENTALLY ILL
PERMANENT HOUSING
At Isaiah House we provide a psychiatric day pro-
At Shalom House we offer 93 units of permanent
SOME stands for So Others Might Eat, but the name
gram for homeless people who are mentally ill. They
housing to homeless men women: the elderly, the
only begins to tell our story. Founded in 1971 by a
receive group and individual counseling, meals, life
handicapped and the working poor. Each resident is
group of priests and ministers, SOME has evolved
skills training, educational programs and recreation.
provided an affordable private room, with shared
into a fully ecumenical effort to serve the homeless
SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAMS
kitchens and living rooms.
and hungry of Washington. We are Catholic,
Protestant, Jewish, Sikh, Moslem, Hindu people of
At our Main Facility on "0" Street, we provide out-
Thea Bowman House is an apartment building
reach and treatment to homeless persons suffering
for 13 formerly homeless families, mostly women
all faiths who believe that serving the poor is every-
with addictions.
and their children. Support services are included.
one's job.
At Exodus House, located in West Virginia, we
SERVICES FOR THE ELDERLY
Hard as it might be to believe, right here in our
offer a 90-day residential program to those needing
At Dwelling Place we offer transitional shelter to
nation's capital there are men, women and children
more intense treatment. Eighteen of Washington's
7 senior citizens who have been battered, psycholog-
who are hungry, homeless and in pain. Serving well
homeless can be served at one time.
ically abused or neglected. Also at Dwelling Place
over 1,500 of our poor each day, we at SOME do
MEALS
and at Harvest House we run day programs for
everything we can to alleviate their suffering. SOME
seniors living in the community. We offer counsel-
offers the basics: hot meals, clothing, shelter, show-
We feed over 1,200 people each day in our
ing, hot meals,
ers, medical and dental care. And much more than
"0" Street Dining Room. Hot, well-balanced
exercise classes,
the basics: we offer job readiness, treatment for
meals are prepared, delivered and served by
recreation and
substance abuse, programs for the elderly, mental
"Provide-A-Meal", a large network of volunteers
shopping assis-
health care, self-help programs, and most recently,
from churches, synagogues and civic organizations.
tance.
affordable, permanent housing for formerly home-
We also feed many more through our other centers.
At Southeast
less people.
MEDICAL AND DENTAL CARE
Center we serve
Quality medical and dental care are provided to
the homebound
All of our services are delivered in a spirit of com-
the homeless by our volunteer and staff physicians,
elderly through
passion, with the faith that justice begins when we
nurses, dentists and hygienists. Nine thousand
social services.
show hospitality to anyone in need who comes our
people are served each year.
Additionally, each
way. Our goal is never to pass judgment, but to
DAILY HYGIENE PROGRAM
SOCIAL SERVICES
elderly person is
nourish, support
Hot showers and clean clothing are available each
matched with a vol-
and, when need
Through social services we help the homeless in
day for anyone in need.
be, even challenge.
the following areas: housing, social security, jobs,
unteer in a long-
We recognize that
LEGAL SERVICES
term relationship.
mental health treatment, life-skills training, etc. Our
the poor and the
goal is to restore people's self-esteem and help them
Thanks to a group of volunteer lawyers who spend
Each summer in
needy deserve our
to help themselves.
one afternoon a week with us, the homeless have
the mountains of
special concern,
REHABILITATIVE PROGRAMS
access to free legal services.
West Virginia, we offer Summer Camp: a free week-
and that our own
COMMUNITY OUTREACH/SELF-HELP
long vacation to elderly people who would not other-
humanity is mea-
EMPLOYMENT
wise have one.
sured by our will-
At Joshua House and Leland Place we offer a
At SOME Southeast Center we reach out to poor
LONG-TERM VOLUNTEERS
ingness to stand
90-day residential program that helps 27 homeless
living in the southeast neighborhood. Our goal is to
with them, seeing
men re-enter the job market and live on their own.
be a supportive presence and to help people create
Providence House is our residence for long-term
our own faces in
Included are programs to enhance self-esteem, a lit-
their own solutions. The many programs at South-
volunteers, those who have committed themselves to
theirs.
east Center include the Women's Club, the Food Co-
between six months and one year of service.
eracy program, and advice about managing money.
op, and the Food Club for low-income families.
Volunteers work in various capacities, and share a
simple life in community.
Volunteers of SOME share a house and
usually eat together. Each takes part in the
preparation of meals and in other chores. The
lifestyle is simple but not austere.
So Others Might Eat provides food, lodging
and a stipend. Medical insurance is provided
for those committed to 6 months or more.
SOME
COMMUNITY SHARING
One evening a week volunteers gather for a
simple meal, reflection, prayer, and conversa-
tion about their work. They share stories
about significant moments and reflect about
how what they do expresses their values and
commitments. They also encourage and sup-
port one another.
Beth, Tewksburg, Mass. "I'll always be thankful
for volunteering with SOME. My experience work-
ing with the poor and homeless is very worthwhile.
/ look forward to life-long friendships with other
LENGTH OF SERVICE
volunteers."
so OTHERS MIGHT EAT
Volunteers are accepted for a commitment
of one year or less. As indicated above, even
those who can offer just one week are
encouraged to apply. Applications may be
submitted at any time.
All prospective volunteers must submit an
VOLUNTEERS
application. We also require a visit and an
interview of those who intend to stay longer
FOR FURTHER
than three months.
INFORMATION
or for an application, please write
WHAT IS SOME?
STUDENT LOAN
So Others Might Eat (SOME) was estab-
DEFERMENTS
Father John Adams
lished to help the poor and destitute of
Volunteer Lay Ministry Program
Student loan deferments are available.
Washington, particularly the homeless and
71 O Street, NW
elderly. Our ministry is primarily one of hospi-
Washington, DC 20001
tality: we strive to serve anyone in need who
SPECIAL VOLUNTEERS
comes our way. We offer the basics such as
or call (202) 797-7562
food, clothing and medical care, and go be-
Occasionally, groups of college students
yond the basics with rehabilitation services
offer to spend their semester breaks with us.
and permanent housing. Our goal is never to
They work on special projects - painting,
pass judgment, but to nourish, support and,
sorting clothes, etc. We welcome their help.
when need be, challenge.
WHO ARE SOME'S
VOLUNTEERS?
Volunteers are men and women, married
and single, typically 20 years or older. The
usual stay is a full year, but this should not
deter those who can offer from a few weeks
to a few months. We look for people who are
flexible, hard working and committed to
service.
Volunteers are assigned to specific jobs.
We make every effort to match people's
abilities with the needs of the agency. The
work week is 40 hours, and people have
regularly scheduled days off.
Marco, San Jaun, Puerto Rico "Seeing the needs
of the poor and homeless addressed in a joyful
WHAT DO VOLUNTEERS DO?
spirit is a wonderful reward for me. / feel / am
making a difference."
Volunteers are involved in all aspects of
SOME: the dining room, clinics, housing
programs, rehabilitation services and services
for the elderly. They include secretaries,
receptionists, social workers, counselors,
Kathie, Mtn. View, California "I receive much
nurses, cooks, janitors and drivers.
more than / give volunteering for SOME. Being in
WOMEN'S SUPPORT
the heart of D.C. is a big plus for a tremendous
GROUP
unforgettable experience."
Every Menday Afternean March #)
SOME
THE SOME VOLUNTEER
MISSION
to make steps toward independent living.
And, when necessary, we press for changes
Our mission is one of service to our broth-
in the "system," looking forward to a society
ers and sisters in need. We are thoroughly
in which the needs of each and every person
ecumenical but this we share: we take ser-
are met.
iously the call of our traditions to stand in
solidarity with the poor and marginalized. We
GROUP They
believe this to be not only a matter of charity
SOME
but, even more, one of justice.
COMMUNITY LIFE
We fulfill our mission in very concrete
ways: by offering a warm greeting, sharing a
Everyone is expected to participate in the
Kim, Houston, Texas "It is great working for
hot meal, providing a clean set of clothes. We
building of community. It is through commu-
listen to people-celebrating their joys and
nity, after all, that we are comforted and
SOME. The compassionate people / work with and
helping them bear their sorrows. We help
strengthened for our work. Without it, we are
the homeless we serve bring home a real message
of love.'
people to help themselves, empowering them
apt to become frustrated and disheartened.
Senior Center: The Senior Center provides
Volunteer Opportunities: We need people
EXODUS HOUSE
daily activities for 30 to 40 senior citizens
whose church or civic group would like to
Route 1, Box 595
who live in the neighborhood. These
coordinate the collection of food and other
Highview, West Virginia 26808
include arts and crafts, sewing, ceramics,
needed items.
group discussions and parties. The hours:
Exodus House is an 18 bed, 90 day
Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 2 PM.
Clothing/Furniture Campaign: Through
drug/rehabilitation facility set in the Blue
this program, donated toys, furniture and
Ridge Mountains.
Volunteer Opportunities: We need people
clothes are made available to those in need
SOME
to help with arts and crafts and exercise
at biannual "penny sales."
Volunteer Opportunities: We need
programs, plan special events, run errands,
occupational/recreation therapists,
serve as bus monitors and work with the
Volunteer Opportunities: We need people
maintenance people, cooks, those who
visually or hearing impaired. Contact:
whose church or civic group would like to
would like to help with driving and people
Volunteer Coordinator (202) 582-7112.
coordinate the collection of clothes and
to do GED/literacy preparation. Contact:
furniture.
Exodus House Coordinator (304) 856-3416
HARVEST HOUSE
150 Rhode Island Avenue, NE
Community Organizing\Leadership
Development: This program works with
THEA BOWMAN HOUSE
The Senior Center at Harvest House is
block clubs and tenant associations who
4065 Minnesota Ave, NE
much like the one at Dwelling Place. To
seek neighborhood improvements.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT
about 30 to 40 senior citizens we offer hot
Thea Bowman House offers permanent,
SOME
meals and recreational and educational
Volunteer Opportunities: Someone who
affordable housing to families who were
activities. The hours: Monday through
could work on a regular basis coordinating
either homeless or on the brink of
So Others Might Eat (SOME) was
Friday, 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM.
meetings and keeping in touch with
homelessness. The facility contains 12
established to help the poor and destitute
neighborhood residents. This would
apartments of 2 or 3 bedrooms each.
of Washington, particularly the homeless
Volunteer Opportunities: We need people
require at least one day a week and would
Tenants have an active role in the
and elderly. Our ministry is primarily one
to share their talents in arts, crafts, and
make a good internship. We could also
building's management.
of hospitality: we strive to serve anyone in
music, to socialize with our seniors, to help
use assistance with soliciting donations,
need who comes our way. We offer the
serve meals, to serve as bus monitors and
research on new projects, updating case
Volunteer Opportunities: We need people
basics such as food, clothing and medical
do cleaning and maintenance work.
records and other office work.
interested in an activities program for the
care, and go beyond the basics with
Contact: Coordinator (202) 269-0699
children of the house. We also need those
rehabilitation services and permanent
Caregivers Program: Through the
willing to offer workshops to the adults.
housing. Our goal is never to pass
SOUTHEAST CENTER
caregivers program we offer comfort and
Contact: Coordinator of Southeast Center
judgement but to nourish, support and,
4609 Benning Road, SE
companionship to isolated, homebound
(202) 581-8000
when need be, challenge.
senior citizens. Volunteers are matched
This pamphlet outlines the many
Southeast Center offers self-help and
one-on-one with clients and asked to make
different ways you might want to become
leadership development programs which
weekly visits.
FRIENDS OF SOME
involved with SOME. Just call us to
empower people to improve their own
express your interest.
communities. Contact: (202) 581-8000
Volunteer Opportunities: Along with one-
The Friends of SOME is a group which
Join So Others Might Eat, and you are
on-one friendships we need people to
raises money for the agency through an
bound to receive much more than you
Food Club: The Food Club distributes
provide telephone reassurance, help with
annual dinner/auction each spring. For
give.
canned goods and other food donations to
shopping and light housekeeping or some
more information, please call (202) 797-
members of the community served by
driving. We will also train people to
7562.
Southeast Center.
screen for public benefits eligibility.
MAIN FACILITY
SHALOM HOUSE
JOSHUA HOUSE
71 o Street, NW
1876 4th Street, NE
1307 First Street, NW
LELAND PLACE
Shalom House is a low-income,
1620 N. Capitol Street, NW
Meal Program: Our dining room is a
Social Services and Addictions Counseling:
permanent, service-oriented housing
bright and cheery place in which we serve
This program provides a broad range of
facility which fosters independent living.
Joshua House and Leland Place both
over 1,200 meals each day. Daily: 7:30 AM
services, designed to foster greater
The city's first "single room occupancy"
offer a residential rehabilitation program
to 8:30 AM and 11:30 AM to 1 PM. We
independence. The hours: Monday
residence, Shalom House accommodates 93
for 12 to 15 homeless men, many of whom
need volunteers from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
through Friday 8:30 AM to 4 PM.
adults and provides 24 hour security. A
are recovering substance abusers,
and from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM
diverse group of tenants, some of whom
preparing to re-enter the job market and to
Volunteer Opportunities: We need those
were homeless, live in attractive, dignified,
live independently.
Volunteer Opportunities: We need groups
able to provide professional services to
private rooms.
to donate, prepare and serve food and help
clients: e.g., legal and psychiatric. We also
Volunteer Opportunities: We need people
in our kitchen and dining room.
need those willing to provide support
Volunteer Opportunities: We need people
to prepare and serve weekend and holiday
Volunteers also spend time talking with
services to staff: e.g., secretarial and
to answer the phone and monitor the door
meals and provide tutoring during the
clients. Contact: Volunteer Coordinators
clerical. Contact: Social Services
(especially on weekends), visit with
evening and on weekends. (Tutors must
(202) 797-7562
(202) 797-8806
residents, do maintenance work and
attend one of our training workshops.)
sponsor evening socials (e.g., bingo, cards,
Contact: Volunteer Coordinator (202) 483-
arts and crafts, cooking, etc.). Contact:
0831
Health Services:
We provide
Support Services: Our support staff
Volunteer Coordinator (202) 832-3451
comprehensive medical and dental services
provides a broad range of services for all
to thousands of people each year. The
of our programs. The hours: Monday
DWELLING PLACE
hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM
through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
ISAIAH HOUSE
2812 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
to 3 PM.
1509 N. Capitol Street, NE
Volunteer Opportunities: We need help
Emergency Shelter for Abused Elderly:
Volunteer Opportunities: We need
with secretarial and clerical tasks. We also
Isaiah House helps about 25 to 30
This is a transitional home for seven senior
doctors, nurses and medical technologists;
need fill-in receptionists. Contact:
homeless people who are mentally ill. It
citizens who have been physically or
dentists and dental assistants. Contact:
Business Office (202) 797-7562
offers a psycho-social day program which
psychologically abused, neglected, or
Medical or Dental Clinic (202) 797-8806
includes group and individual counseling,
financially exploited. People usually stay
substance abuse awareness, meals, life
for three months, by which time
Building/Painting/Renovation/Repair:
skills training, educational programs and
permanent housing is found. Volunteer
HIV Program: This program was
We have staff and volunteers who work at
recreation. The hours: Monday through
help is needed mostly on weekends.
established to serve the increasing number
renovating and maintaining our buildings
Saturday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM.
of homeless men and women with HIV
and grounds. The hours: Monday
Volunteer Opportunities: We need people
infection and AIDS. The hours: Monday
through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4 PM.
Volunteer Opportunities: We need people
who are willing to assist staff members in
through Friday, 8:30 AM to 3 PM.
to help with arts and crafts; teach reading,
whatever tasks that need doing: i.e.
Volunteer Opportunities: We need help
writing and math; teach life-skills; help
answering phones, assisting with meals,
Volunteer Opportunities: We need nurses
with painting, electrical work, carpentry,
prepare meals; and assist with
doing light housework, performing some
and health educators. Contact: HIV
plumbing, landscaping, masonry, cleanup
maintenance.
Contact:
Volunteer
clerical work, and visiting with residents of
Program (202) 797-8806
and other tasks. Contact: Building
Coordinator (202) 269-3372
the shelter.
Contact:
Volunteer
Maintenance Coordinator (202) 797-8806
Coordinator (202) 583-7602
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Washington, D.C. 20001
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Gustav Chiarello
Field Director
Eastern Region
1350 New York Ave., NW. Suite 500
(202) 347-7265
Washington DC 20005
Fax (202) 737-1937
BEST BUDDIES
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May 4, 1993
Mr. Eli Segal
Office of National Service
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue
Washington, DC 20006
Dear Mr. Segal,
Enclosed please find a copy of the Best Buddies Byline; our
national newsletter. Though much of the newsletter is focused on
the great success generated by Best Buddies Day, I submitted a
piece (on page 7) about National Service. This was based on the
informational meeting of March 17, 1993 and the subsequent
information sent to me.
As the academic year comes to a close, Best Buddies will have a
membership of over 5,000 at 138 chapters. We are expecting to grow
to over 160 chapters, and to develop a Citizen Buddy program in
Miami.
In June, at our Unified Leadership Conference in Miami, we are
currently planning an activity in conjunction with Habitat for
Humanity. In essence, we (300 buddies, college buddies, and staff)
will descend upon a community still recovering from the Hurricane
Andrew and offer a day of assistance in rebuilding. While many
chapters do service projects, this will be the first done at a
national level.
As your emphasis is on national service, I feel it my duty to
inform you of the latest works Best Buddies has done toward that
end. We at Best Buddies are all very excited about the aggressive
stance this administration is taking on national service, and are
eager to become further involved. Please do not hesitate to
contact me should an opportunity arise where Best Buddies can lend
support.
I appreciate your attention to these matters.
Sincerely,
Gestar P.Chinelle
Gustav P. Chiarello
Field Director, Eastern Region
"The only way to have a friend is to be one."
Eastern Region, 1350 New York Avenue. NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20005
TEL: (202) 347-7265 FAX: (202) 737-1937
Washington
Los Angeles
Chicago
Atlanta
Miami
Greece
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BEST BUDDIES
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Hanny
BYLiNe
The Official Newsletter of Best Buddies International
THE BIG PICTURE
WHAT'S INSIDE?
Bud Breaking News
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Best Buddies Day - 1993
Dollars To Donuts
3
By Anthony K. Shriver, President
States recognizing what college stu-
dents are accomplishing through vol-
Buddies On The Move
W
hat a day! What a week!
unteer service. Best Buddies Day
6
What a month! What a year it
showcased the talents of people with
has been for Best Buddies. So
mental retardation, it celebrated their
The Heart Of The Matter
much excitement, energy and hard
abilities not their disabilities, it cele-
7
work culminating with the first ever
brated the inclusion not the exclusion
Best Buddies Day - - April 3, 1993!
of our special friends, it celebrated the
The event accomplished so much.
integration not segregation of our spe-
In Florida, Best Buddies attracted
cial friends, and it is a day that will
to happen, we must work together.
over 5,000 people to downtown
never be forgotten by Best Buddies
There is no substitute for team work,
Miami at Bayfront Park. The program
and hopefully, never to be forgotten
teams of young people who believe
got radio play, a front page story in
by you.
that the word must go out - - and that
The Miami Herald and many, many
Washington D.C., Utah, California,
they are the voice of the word.
mentions in small local
Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia
I hope all of you will continue to
papers all over the
and Illinois were just a few states
support and encourage all sorts of ser-
United
which joined together enthusiastically
vice groups in your communities.
to celebrate Best Buddies Day. Best
Best Buddies is one, but Special
Buddies hopes that Best Buddies Day
Olympics, Habitat for Humanity,
April 2, 1994 captures the spirit and
Knights of Columbus and the Peace
the curiosity of tens of thousands. We
Corps are all out there providing great
are on the road to surpassing the reach
service. We believe that once you
of Earth Day - - watch out America!
experience the spirit of volunteerism
The day was a triumph of people
there will be no turning back. The
BUDDIES
working together. People deciding
volunteer bug will hook you for life -
that a celebration of the talents of our
catch the fever - - rediscover your
special friends must occur and for that
community!
All the photos debuting in this issue of The ByLine are
images from Best Buddies Day 1993. The fun had by all
truly emanates from the smiles of these participants!
April 1993
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Garden Resources of Washington
Celebrating Ten Years of Community Gardening in Washington, 1982-1992
1419 V Street NW, Washington, DC 20009
202-234-0591
September 1992
Dear Friends,
We celebrate GROW'S 10th Anniversary this year more than 30 gardens started over the years and we continue to hear from groups
that want to use neighborhood land to grow their own food, beautify their surroundings and enjoy the satisfaction of working
together. As more and more groups come forward to ask for our help, the more our success depends on the collaboration of community
groups, businesses, churches, garden clubs, landscapers, garden suppliers, city agencies, volunteers, and others to work together.
And when as many as 10% of Americans are on food stamps and the government is running low on surplus food to give away, gardens are
all the more important to our communities.
We kicked off Anniversary celebrations with a May 21st party at the Washington Court Hotel. Champagne, cake, and door prizes kept
us entertained and we had a special guest Allison Brown, the founder of GROW. Allison is now an international development &
agriculture consultant. She recently left for Russia on contract with The Peace Corps.
Our thanks to the Washington Court Hotel who made the May 21st party possible, to Randy Martin who made us a carrot cake decorated
like a community garden with carrot patches & trellises, to Rafael Gonzalez who created commemorative signs on his computer, and
to the very generous folks who donated the door prizes the American Horticultural Society (a compost bin), Green Goods (a recycled
glass bud vase), National Gardening Association (subscription to National Gardening Magazine and membership in Gardens for A11),
Cass Peterson and Ward Sinclair (a gift certificate to their farm stand at the Takoma Park Farmers' Market), the Potomac Unit of
the Herb Society of America (a basket of herbals made by Pay Kenny, an herbal wreath made by Thea Koehler, a strand of rose beads
made by Bernice Pivarnik), Holly Shimizu of the US Botanic Garden (a garden consultation), and Jac Smit (a season pass to Dumbarton
Oaks).
We are proud to announce that GROW is the winner of the 1992 Renew America Environmental Achievement Award in the category of
environmental beautification. Bach year Renew America searches the country for examples of environmental successes in the work of
community groups, businesses, and government agencies. The annual Success Index (available from Renew America) lists over 1,500
such success nationally. of these, one group is awarded in each of 20 categories. THANK YOU, RENEW AMERICA!
And upcoming is our second annual Harvest Party at the US Botanic Garden, Saturday, September 26, from 8-10 pm. I hope you will
all join us there! I want to thank everyone who has been a part of GROW all these years!
Sincerely,
Judy Executive Director
Judy Tiger
HELP GROW RAISE FUNDS!
ANNIVERSARY CHALLENGE In honor of our 10th Anniversary, GROW is challenged to raise $20,500 to match 10-to-1 funds pledged by
Behnke Nurseries, Ecoprint, the Garden Club of Chevy Chase Maryland, Giant Food, Johnson's Flower and Garden Centers, Kiplinger
Washington Editors, Oehme, van Sweden & Associates, Riggs National Bank of Washington, and the Washington Court Hotel.
FUN IN WASHINGTON Piccolo Press has just published a guide to more than 900 area clubs & organizations ways for DC area
residents to get involved in a wide variety of activities culinary, literary, politics, sports, civic associations, theatre,
dancing, history, and yes - GARDENING! Entitled "Finding Fun & Friends in Washington: An Uncommon Guide to Common Interests," this
exhaustive 300-page guide costs only $14.95. For each guide you buy through GROW, Piccolo Press will donate $3 to GROW!
FILL IN THE FORM ON THE BACK!
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Garden Resources Of Washington
Celebrating Ten Years of Community Gardening in Washington, 1982-1992
1419 V Street NW, Washington, DC 20009
202-234-0591
November/December 1992
DEAR FRIENDS,
This is our 10th year of helping city residents start community food gardens - on vacant lots and
at community facilities - and we continue to hear from groups wanting to use neighborhood land to
grow their own food, beautify the urban environment, and enjoy the satisfaction of working together.
The last two months were a whirlwind - the second annual Harvest party, an environmental award, the
American Community Gardening Association conference in Denver, a presentation to landscape design
students at University of Maryland, a workday at Hannah House with volunteers from the Boston College
Alumni club, and the development of our first Holiday shopping catalog.
* The Harvest Party was great fun. Music, champagne, and desserts make for a wonderful way to visit
the US Botanic Garden! Mark your calendar for next year's party September 18, 1993.
* On September 29, in a ceremony at the National War College, GROW received the 1992 RENEW AMERICA
ENVIRONMENTAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD in the category of environmental beautification. Each year Renew
America searches the country for the exemplary environmental work of community groups, businesses,
and government agencies. Over 1,500 are listed in their Success Index. Each year, one organization
is awarded in each of 20 categories. On hand to congratulate GROW was Ms. Ferial Bishop,
Administrator of the DC Environmental Regulation Administration, attending on behalf of Mayor Sharon
Pratt Kelly. THANK YOU, RENEW AMERICA and MAYOR KELLY!
* The Capitol Hill Recycling Project sent GROW a $200 grant, with a letter saying, "We would like
this, the last of the money CHIRP earned recycling newspapers, to be plowed back into good D.C.
earth, to grow and flourish. It's the best form of recycling we can think of." THANK YOU, CHIRP!
* Inside is our first Holiday catalog, inviting you to combine Holiday shopping with support of
GROW. Enjoy!
And when sending end-of-the-year tax-deductible charitable contributions, think of community gardens!
* A $50 contribution to GROW makes you eligible for a greatly discounted membership in the American
Horticultural Society (including bi-monthly journal and newsletter, book service, and more).
* A $100 donation also gives you a one-time 10% discount on gardening books at Chuck & Daves
bookstore in Takoma Park, Maryland in addition to being eligible for the AHS discount.
* A $200 contribution gives you the above plus a one-time 10% discount at T. DeBaggio Herbs in
Arlington.
* For $500, GROW will give you a free membership in the American Horticultural Society.
Happy Holidays to all of you!
Sincerely,
Judy
Director
UPCOMING
WHAT'S NEW?
June 2, noon, free showing of "Green Streets," 60-min film on community
Welcome to new board members Steven Davis, executive director, American
gardens in New York (film-maker Maria DeLuca in person), at IMF Visitor
Horticultural Therapy Association and Gordon Sheridan, manager,
Ctr, 700 19th St NW (202-338-1129) *** June 19, volunteers welcome at
Johnson's Flower & Garden Centers DC Store!
garden cleanups (202-234-0591 for time/location) *** Aug 12-14,
"Children, Plants & Gardens: Educational Opportunities," a youth
In April we enjoyed new volunteer help - two weeks with a team from
gardening symposium sponsored by the Amer Horticultural Soc (703-768-
the D.C. Service Corps and a morning with staff of the Commission on
5700) *** Sept 18, 8-10pm, GROW Harvest Party at the US Botanic
National and Community Service, students from St. Anselm's Abbey and
Gardens (202-234-0591 for info/reservations) *** Oct 1-4, conference
from Maret School, members of "doingsomething" & the Connecticut
of the Amer Community Gardening Assn, in Louisville, KY (202-234-0591)
College alumni association.
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*few mediums in stock
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$ 100 (above plus a one-time discount at T. DeBaggio Herbs)
$ 200 (above plus a GROW T-shirt, size XL or LI
$ 500 (above plus reserved table for 4 at the '93 Harvest Party)
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growing organıc vegetables close to home. saving on family food costs, bringing neighbors
JUNE 19 -- BOOK SIGNING BENEFITS GROW!
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On June 19, from noon-3 pm, Johnson's Flower & Garden Center DC Store
at 4200 Wisconsin Avenue NW will host a book signing. Don't miss this
chance to get autographed copies of two new books from Elliott & Clark
Publishing. Proceeds from book sales support GROW.
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body. This illustrated book
includes recipes for ointments
and bath tonics, information on
the best month to collect plants,
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Amranand. Together they present
a history of the remarkable
For financial contributions Thomas Arnold of Landscape Design, Betsy Barnett. Capitol
people who shaped Washington,
Coalition for Safe Food, Dimick Foundation. Beth Finkelstein. Eleanor & Milton Fischer. Garden
illustrated with 83 lush
Club of Chevy Chase Maryland. Garden Club of College Gardens. Georgetown Garden Club, Aaron f
photographs of local landmarks
Cecile Goldman. Robert Goo. Joel Hamaker, Catherine Kitchell. Luxmanor Garden Club, Men's
and gardens through the seasons.
Garden Club of Montgomery County, National Capital Area Federation of Garden Clubs World
($29.95)
Gardens Program. St. Alban's Parish Mustard Seed Group, Eleanor Schwecke. Snell Foundation.
Patty Vergot, Stephen Williams *** For volunteering Russ Bailey. Marsha Birnbaum,
Christine Comito, Peter Condon, Arnel Cortez. Heidi Fritschel. Jin Gorman. Tanny Kutzaark,
Marsha Lea. Kathleen Mallow. Leigh Anne Starling, Bill Thompson. members of "doingsomething"
and the Connecticut College alumni association. staff of the Commission on National and
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Community Service. students from Maret School and St. Ansela's Abbey. and especially David
cherry tree donated to New Community Church bloomed
Mauroff for his help recruiting volunteers and scheduling workdays! *** And America the
just weeks after planting! *** new plots ready soon at
Beautiful Fund for seeds. Rae Beaubien for car loan, Sarah Davies of the Charley Horse Carriage
14th & Irving thanks to many volunteer hours of
Company for donating composted horse manure (Sarah & her brother delivered it to the 14th &
tilling & spreading donated composted manure! *** GROW
Irving Garden!). Robert Goo for car loan. Home Harvest Garden Supply in Woodbridge for the
seeks $ for new gardens at Kalorama & Champlain and
compost bins, grass seed. fertilizer. seeds. and more. Janice Kaplan for seeds. Judy Kosovich
Family Place *** former police impoundment lot becomes
for truck loan. Phelps Career Senior High School for plants. Alicia Ravenel for seeds. Rodale
new garden soon *** new Garden Partners go to Poretsky
Press for the Encyclopedia of Organic Gardening, the Washington Daffodil Society for daffodils
Daycare Ctr, Arlington Housing Corp, and Opportunities
planted at the New Community Church. and for National Garden Week promotions Johnson's
for Women *** GROW seeks working truck, wheelbarrows,
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PHOTOCOPY
PRESERVATION
DC Service Corps
Young people in service,
Shaping the future
n Urban Peace Corns in the Nation's Capital
PHOTOCOPY
PRESERVATION
DC * Service * Corps
1511 K Street, NW
Suite 949
Washington, DC 20005
MISSION STATEMENT
The DC Service Corps has two principal missions. First, the Corps provides an
opportunity for a diverse group of young people to critically examine their values and
beliefs. Second, the Corps provides its participants with opportunities to make worthwhile
contributions to their communities. The Corps combines critical thinking and community
service to create a foundation for leadership for the 21st century.
The DC Service Corps' main objectives are:
to cultivate the development of a diverse group of socially responsible
young leaders who will invest in their communities;
to accomplish productive community service projects that have a long-
term community benefit; and
to cultivate relationships among existing community organizations to
create a lasting infrastructure that supports the idea of youth as a resource
for community development.
The DC Service Corps is unique in that it blends service and education into a
comprehensive approach to youth development. During the program year, the Corps
builds a challenging, yet nurturing, environment within which Corpsmembers can develop
their skills and interests. This environment is based on bonds that are forged through
both the achievement of service goals and the experience of Corpswide educational
activities. The Corps continues its guidance role by assisting in the placement of
Corpsmembers in jobs or colleges which further their personal growth.
PROGRAM SUMMARY
The DC Service Corps is a nine-month, full-time, volunteer, urban Peace Corps
composed of 100 culturally, socio-economically, educationally, and racially diverse young
people between the ages of 17 and 23. The Corps focuses on the development of young
leaders through the integration of community service work and focused, non-traditional
leadership and educational programs. Corpsmembers are able to develop, strengthen,
and expand their own values including responsible citizenship, respect for oneself and
others, and commitment to the community while they better their neighborhoods through
critical community service work.
During the service year, Corpsmembers earn a weekly stipend of $100 to help defray
their living expenses. Corpsmembers who successfully complete the nine-month service
program, receive a $2,000 scholarship to be used for post-secondary education, technical
training, job entry, or career development.
The DC Service Corps became operational in 1991 opening with a summer service
program consisting of 30 Corpsmembers. The Corps has since expanded to 100
participants. The DC Service Corps is supported by both private and federal funds.
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Corpsmembers spend a significant portion of their time in intensive, non-traditional,
educational activities. The full educational curriculum includes both materials designed
to enhance the academic progress of individual Corpsmembers as well as materials
designed to enhance the intellectual development of the Corps as a whole.
In keeping with the Corps' commitment to diversity, the educational programs are
designed to insure that college graduates as well as high school dropouts can find
engaging and appropriate material to further their academic and personal development.
The curricular offerings include both G.E.D. instruction and S.A.T. preparation. In
addition, the Corps provides college counseling and career counseling to Corpsmembers
who are interested in furthering their education or obtaining professional internships or
full-time employment following their Corps service.
Pains are taken to balance the Corps' commitment to addressing the individual needs and
interests of Corpsmembers against the Corps' commitment to addressing the collective
needs of the Corps as a whole. Consequently, the curriculum includes seminars,
discussions, field trips, and guest speakers that are designed to help Corpsmembers
develop themselves into a productive, empowered community. These elements of the
educational program focus on areas such as group decision making, group goal setting,
and issues education.
Corpsmembers are required to obtain either a high school diploma or a General
Education Degree (GED) in order to be eligible for their scholarships at the culmination
of the service year.
COMMUNITY SERVICE WORK
Corpsmembers spend the majority of their time directly involved in a variety of community
service activities. Projects are carefully selected based on the need which that project
intends to address, the projected long-term community benefit, and the project's potential
for maximizing the personal development and enrichment of the Corpsmembers.
Corpsmembers, grouped in ten teams of ten, rotate through a variety of service projects
throughout the year.
The community service work includes human service projects, physical projects, and
special projects that meet a demonstrated need but cannot be accomplished with existing
resources. In no case do service projects displace existing workers.
Human service projects include:
tutoring in public and private schools
supervising children in daycare programs
assisting with services for the disabled
teaching life skills to the mentally retarded
caring for and providing companionship to sick children and the elderly
serving as positive role models for community youth
creating and conducting community surveys
conducting visual acuity screening in elementary schools
developing and implementing healthy lifestyles and conflict resolution workshops
Physical projects include:
renovating housing and shelters for low income families and the homeless
transforming run-down community parks
weatherizing the homes of the elderly
executing environmental clean-ups
planting community gardens
Special projects include:
staffing large community events
mobilizing and increasing voter registration
providing support to White House staff during the presidential transition
creating and presenting workshops about corps development, skills training, and
conflict resolution at community service conferences
testifying before the Commission on National and Community Service, Congress,
members of the White House Transition team, and President Clinton regarding the
power of community service and the value of service corps
Special efforts are made to recruit community development corporations and
neighborhood-based organizations as sponsors of service projects. These organizations
are ideal sponsors for service projects and are well-positioned to benefit from a diverse
pool of young people. Mobilizing youth to solve community problems is a natural means
to instill leadership, citizenship, and public responsibility.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Board Chairman:
Mr. Lee A. Satterfield, Esq.
8161 East Beach Drive
Washington, DC 20012
Telephone: (202) 722-8161
Judge Iraline Barnes
Ms. Brenda Nixon
Vice President,
Executive Director
Corporate Relations
Associates for Renewal in Education, Inc.
Potomac Electric Power Company
45 P Street, NW
1900 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20001
Washington, DC 20068
Mr. Eduardo Peña, Esq.
Ms. Maudine Cooper
Peña & Aponte
President
8601 Georgia Avenue
Greater Washington Urban League
Suite 805
3501 14th Street, NW
Silver Spring, MD 20005
Washington, DC 20010
Dr. Vincent Reed
Mr. Lou Durden
Vice-President/Communications
Program Director,
The Washington Post
Community and External Programs
1150 15th Street, NW
IBM
Washington, DC 20001
1301 K Street, NW
Washington, DC 20006
Ms. Roberta Willis Sims
Vice President & General Manager
Major General Calvin Franklin
Washington Gas DC Division
US Army (Retired)
1100 H Street, NW
6717 Berkshire Drive
Washington, DC 20080
Camp Springs, MD 20748
Ms. Carrie Thornhill
Dr. Samuel Halperin
President, Committee on Strategies
Director
to Reduce Chronic Poverty, Inc.
American Youth Policy Forum
Greater Washington Research Ctr
1001 Connecticut Avenue, NW
1717 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036
Suite 403
Washington, DC 20036
Mr. Michael J. Jacoby
Vice President
Mr. Joslyn Williams
The Fred Ezra Company
President
1350 I Street, NW
Metropolitan Washington Council AFL-CIO
Washington, DC 20005
1444 I Street, NW
Suite 300
Ms. Patricia Mathews
Washington, DC 20005
Vice President
Health Systems Marketing & Development
2950 Van Ness Street, NW
Executive Director:
Apt. 628
Keith Canty
Washington, DC 20008
Telephone (202) 234-2057
WHAT CORPSMEMBERS SAY ABOUT THE DC SERVICE CORPS
"I joined the Corps to get a better understanding of our community and to further my
education. What I enjoy most about the DC Service Corps is that everyone works
together like one family."
-- Changa Cooke, 19 years old
"It isn't the pay or the $2,000 scholarship for me, because I could make that at a fast food
joint. It is knowing that what I get up every morning to do will be greatly appreciated by
my community. My favorite memory is helping a little boy to read and write correctly.
Seeing him smile when he finally got it right was my biggest reward."
-- LaChanda Medley, 19 years old
"My experience in the DC Service Corps will affect my future life and my willingness to
accept responsibility for myself and to commit myself to the community."
Jutata Basnight, 19 years old
"The combination of service, work, and education has helped me to mature in ways that
a strictly academic environment could not satisfy. I've established a lot of contacts, a
solid foundation of commitment and reliability, and a sense of being a part of something
special that will hopefully continue forever."
-- Len Davis, 19 years old
"With the DC Service Corps I was able to go places in the city I otherwise never would
have. The work that I did and the things I saw will help me address issues of poverty and
prejudice with a more informed, developed perspective."
Genevieve Preer, 18 years old
"My DC Service Corps experience has clarified my need to be conscious, helped me to
see my role as a leader, and helped me to realize where and what I must do next in my
life."
-- Amir Thornell, 20 years old
"Before I joined the DC Service Corps I used to pass homeless people on the street and
not really notice them. Now that I understand my community better, I feel closer to these
people. I stop and talk with them now, think about my work in shelters, and hope to
someday find solutions to our city's problems."
-- Joss Williams, 19 years old
"Working with the DC Service Corps, I have accomplished my goals. Now I am someone
who seeks for the highest point in life. I am a person who is dedicated and committed.
I am one who will succeed. I have become a mature and patient person. Most
importantly, I've learned to not be a follower but a leader in my life."
Chartrina Gray, 18 years old
DC SERVICE CORPS' CITY-WIDE LEADERSHIP
As a result of the successes of the DC Service Corps, Mayor Sharon Pratt Kelly has
designated the DC Service Corps as the lead agency for the development and
implementation of a comprehensive community service plan and program for the District
of Columbia. In collaboration with representatives from area universities, D.C. Public
Schools, local civic associations, and other community-based organizations, the DC
Service Corps has devised a program of structured community service for the District of
Columbia that focuses on economic and community development within the District.
As lead agency, the DC Service Corps works with:
The Commission on National and Community Service
DC Higher Education Innovative Projects Program
National Association of Service Corps
The Office of National Service
The Points of Light Foundation
Public Allies
Serve America
Volunteer Clearinghouse
Youth Service America
The DC Service Corps has developed on-going partnerships with organizations such as:
Anacostia Community Partnership
The Board of Elections
Columbia Heights Development Corporation
D.C. Cares
D.C. Central Kitchen
The D.C. Public Schools
Frederick Douglass Center
Hospital for Sick Children
J.B. Johnson Nursing Home
Jobs for Homeless People
LensCrafters
Marshall Heights Community Development Corporation
Outward Bound
Washington Center for Aging Services
The DC Service Corps has cultivated relationships with local colleges and universities
such as:
The American University
The Catholic University of America
Gallaudet University
Georgetown University
George Washington University
Howard University
Trinity College
University of the District of Columbia
The DC Service Corps has also established relationships with local labor unions.
1992-93 CORPS DEMOGRAPHICS
Total Participants: 104
Males: 52
Females: 52
Ethnic Background:
African-American: 60%
Caucasian: 20%
Latino/Hispanic: 10%
Other: 10%
Nationalities represented: 10
Education Level:
Non-HS graduate: 25%
GED: 7%
High School Diploma: 43%
Post-Secondary Education: 25%
Self Reported Economic Status:
Upper income: 25%
Middle income: 40%
Lower income: 35%
Locality:
Urban: 75%
Suburban: 25%
Miscellaneous:
Custodial Parent: 10% (unwed mothers)
FUNDERS
Arthur Andersen and Company
Associates for Renewal in Education
Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Washington
The Commission on National and Community Service
C & P Telephone Company
Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation
Clark-Winchcole Foundation
Community Foundation of Greater Washington
Community Healthcare, Inc.
Department of Human Services
Family Course Consortium
Fannie Mae Foundation
Freddie Mac Foundation
William T. Grant Foundation Commission on Youth
Giant Food Foundation
Glen Eagles Foundation
Philip L. Graham Foundation
Minnie I. Hutchinson Memorial Fund
International Business Machines, Inc.
Junior League of Washington, D.C.
Allard K. Lowenstein Fund
MCI
Eugene and Agnes E. Meyer Foundation
Charles Stewart Mott Foundation
National Association of Service and Conservation Corps
New World Foundation
Potomac Electric Power Company (PEPCO)
Potomac River Flag Inc.
Public Welfare Foundation
Quadrangle Corporation
Hattie M. Strong Foundation
The Tobacco Institute
Washington Gas Light Company
The Washington Post
Washington Urban League
The Widmeyer Group
C*Service* Corps
Slater School
45 P Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 234-2057
Fax (202) 667-5299
PROGRAM
DC SERVICE CORPS
1993
GRADUATION
CEREMONIES
MAY 24, 1993
Noon - 12:45
Reception
12:45
Opening remarks-
Keith Canty, Executive Director
12:50
Board address-
Lee Satterfield, Board Chair
12:55
Keynote address-
Donald Eberly, National Service Secretariat
1:00
Team presentations
1:40
Presentation of Diplomas
2:00
Dessert
Co SUNDAY, MAY 23, 1993
THE HA
The Washington Post
AN INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPER
Service Promotes Self-Discovery
In denigrating the value of a year of
Thus, a year or two of national
national service, Denis P. Doyle
service open to 18- and 19-year-
["Service Costs, Education Pays," op-
olds-one of several options in Presi-
ed, May 13] makes the same mistake
dent Clinton's national service plan-
as the educators and politicians who
would add to the number of young
pushed through the National Defense
people seeking additional education
Education Act and the Higher Educa-
and training. What is more, both the
tion Act some three decades ago.
young people and society at large can
They concluded that the GI Bill for
have a clear conscience about sup-
World War II veterans was a sound
porting them with a modern day GI
investment because it enabled mil-
Bill because they will have earned it.
lions of persons who otherwise would
Mr. Doyle overlooks a second anal-
not have gone on to further education
ogy with the experience of military
and training to do so. That was the
service when he says that "at its best
first lesson of the GI Bill.
'service,' like charity is given freely
What they-and Mr. Doyle-over-
and voluntarily, without expectation
looked was the second lesson of the
of personal gain." Has he forgotten
GI Bill, namely, the role of the service
the nearly 2 million men and women
experience in motivating many veter-
on active-duty military service? Even
ans to seek higher education. In 1944
privates and corporals have more
Prof. Earl McGrath, who was to be-
pocket money than those in civilian
come U.S. commissioner of educa-
national service, and a young soldier
tion, predicted that 640,000 veterans
costs the federal government about
would utilize the GI Bill for education.
twice as much as the young person in
The number who eventually did so
the D.C. Service Corps or the Penn-
was 7.8 million. Why was he so wide
sylvania Conservation Corps.
of the mark? He appears to have
DONALD J. EBERLY
assumed that veterans would go on to
Washington
higher education at the same rate as
The writer is executive director of the
they would have before the war.
National Service Secretariat.
Both Mr. McGrath and Mr. Doyle
neglected the impact of the service
experience. From the Appalachian
hollows to the Midwest farms to the
streets of our big cities, World War II
The Washington Post
draftees and volunteers made discov-
EUGENE MEYER, 1875-1959
eries about themselves and their ca-
PHILIP L. GRAHAM, 1915-1963
reer plans as they built bridges, oper-
DONALD E. GRAHAM
Publisher
ated radar, worked in a foreign
LEONARD DOWNIE JR.
MEG GREENFIELD
culture and did a host of other things
Executive Editor
Editorial Page Editor
they never would have dreamed of
ROBERT G. KAISER
STEPHEN S. ROSENFELD
doing absent their involvement in
Managing Editor
Deputy Edt'l Page Editor
World War II. These experiences
THOMAS H. FERGUSON
President and General Manager
whetted their appetites for further
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education.
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At Large
MICHAEL CLURMAN
Production
We know from small-scale projects
F.J. HAVLICEK
Industrial Reis./Environment
that national service can fulfill a role
BOISFEUILLET JONES JR.
Counsel
ELIZABETH ST. J. LOKER Systems and Engineering
parallel to that of military service.
THEODORE C. LUTZ
Business Manager
VINCENT E. REED
Communications
Young people serving on the frontiers
MARGARET SCOTT SCHIFF Controlier/Pers./Admin.
of human and environmental needs—
Published by The Washington Post Company
in places such as nursing homes, day-
KATHARINE GRAHAM
care centers and the national parks
Chairman of the Board
and forests-make discoveries about
DONALD E. GRAHAM
President and Chief Executive Officer
themselves and their future that moti-
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vate them to seek additional educa-
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