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Barack Obama's Volunteer Plan

Nipun Mehta
1 min read
Boston Globe reports on Barack's plan for inspiring volunteerism:
Barack Obama has proposed to ease the strain with a $4,000 tax credit for students willing to volunteer 100 hours a year. He would buttress the familiar presidential call to action with two key catalysts of service other initiatives have lacked: a financial incentive and an infrastructure to support volunteerism.
In addition, Obama's $3.5 billion plan includes a Craigslist style clearinghouse to match volunteers with opportunities.  Let's hope it comes to pass. :)

Posted by Nipun Mehta on March 28, 2008
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joyce montgomery Nov 22, 2008
There are many college-age volunteers who are also trying to put themselves through school. The tax credit is a great idea. Educational opportunities for this age group are essential in building infrastructure and bridging the gap in our communities.
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Jackie Baldick Jan 22, 2009
Great idea but know that the poorest public school in my district already has a volunteer coordinator and it is possible to volunteer for as little as 45 minutes (one class) a week. Just call your local school . They need you.
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