
On Monday, October 19, 2009, four major broadcast networks--ABC, CBS, NBC and Fox--began slipping messages about volunteer service into more than 60 prime time shows: dramas, comedies and reality alike. It's the certerpiece of
I Participate, a multiyear effort to encourage Americans to volunteer, led by the Entertainment Industry Foundation--Hollywood's leading charity. Millions will turn this TV inspiration into real-life action. Answer the call--Volunteer!
The new Jacksonville chapter of the Funeral Consumers Alliance is asking for volunteers from all areas of Northeast Florida, to manage the day-to-day organization of this group.
Those wishing to become Friends of FCANF can apply for membership as individuals, businesses, or other organizations and a donation will be requested in order to offset the cost of printed materials. Friends may come from any industry, but may not participate in the governance of the organization.
"When you have passion for your volunteer work, you're not so easily deterred." Hayden Panettiere star of NBC's Heroes series.
One day will multiply into many days because people will discover that volunteering is addictive." Hill Harper of CBS' CSI: NY series.
"There's strength in numbers." Eliza Dushku, star of Fox's Dollhouse series.