Press Release: Win a Trip for Two to Central America by Updating Your Address With the National Peace Corps Association

Washington, DC — December 23rd, 2010 — Save-the-date and stay informed about the upcoming year’s 50th anniversary celebrations

What: The Peace Corps turns 50 in 2011 and the National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) is encouraging all Returned Peace Corps Volunteers and others to save-the-date and make sure their address is current to stay informed about the upcoming year’s celebrations.

Those who update their address online with NPCA and share the save-the-date invitation with at least three of their friends will be automatically entered to win a two-week, all-inclusive volunteering vacation for two to Central America, courtesy of Global Vision International (GVI).  The trip will offer the opportunity to work on building eco-stoves in Guatemala or working on turtle conservation projects in Costa Rica. All food, lodging and program costs will be covered by GVI.

NPCA is planning several events around the world to recognize this landmark achievement, but it needs to know the best way to keep in touch with former Volunteers and the Peace Corps community. In order to receive news and event updates, those interested should make sure their contact information is up-to-date with NPCA.

Where: http://www.peacecorpsconnect.org/50thRSVP

To update your address via snail mail, send it to*: The National Peace Corps Association, 1900 L Street, NW, Suite 404, Washington, D.C. 20036.
*Note: Only people who update their address online and forward the save-the-date invitation to three of their friends will be eligible to win.

When: Through 11:59 p.m. EST, January 31, 2011.

Contact: Alison Beckwith, 301-699-0148, media@peacecorpsconnect.org

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About the National Peace Corps Association (NPCA)

Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) is the nation’s leading 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization connecting and championing Returned Peace Corps Volunteers and the Peace Corps community. It provides service and education opportunities that build on the Peace Corps experience, and is also the longest-standing advocate for an independent and robust Peace Corps. To learn more, visit: www.peacecorpsconnect.org

Media contact:
Erica Burman
Director of Communications
Phone: 202-293-7728

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