DE SCR184

Proclaims June 17th as "Delaware Day of Service" to recognize the importance of volunteerism and community service.

Highlights that AmeriCorps programs engage 200,000 Americans annually and provided over $5.1 million in federal funding to support 1,297 members and volunteers serving in Delaware.

Notes that AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program served 949 children in 2023 with 36,691 volunteer hours, and Delaware volunteers document over 300,000 hours of service annually.

Urges Delawareans to participate in volunteer activities including mentoring, environmental stewardship, and assisting those in need to strengthen communities.

Recognizes volunteers as crucial to the survival of Delaware nonprofit organizations and celebrates their contribution to the state.