Dear Friend,
Last week, I announced United We Serve – a nationwide call to service
challenging you and all Americans to volunteer this summer and be part
of building a new foundation for America.
And when I say “all,” I mean everyone – young and old, from every
background, all across the country. We need individuals, community
organizations, corporations, foundations, and our government to be part
of this effort.
Today, for the official kick off of United We Serve, members of my
administration have fanned out across America to participate in service
events and encourage all Americans to join them.
The First Lady is rolling up her sleeves and getting to work too. But
before she headed out today, she asked me to share this message with
you.
Our nation faces some of the greatest challenges it has in generations
and we know it’s going to take a lot of hard work to get us back on
track.
While Michelle and I are calling on every American to participate in
United We Serve, the call to service doesn’t end this fall. We need to
stay involved in our towns and communities for a long time to come.
After all, America’s new foundation will be built one neighborhood at a
time – and that starts with you.
Thank you,
President Barack Obama
June 23, 2009
