Sneak Preview of Senate Spending Bill Indicates Level Peace Corps Funding
As Senate leadership struggles to bring a Fiscal Year 2020 State/Foreign Operations bill to the Senate Floor for a vote, a recently released copy of proposed funding levels strongly suggests that Peace Corps will not receive the recommended raise from Senate...
Community Achievements – September 2019
Community News - Achievements of RPCVs Author: Peter Deekle September 2019 CAMEROON Daniel Martin Moore's new album Never Look Away is due out on October 4. In its title track which he co-produced, the Kentucky singer-songwriter tries to convince himself, and listeners, that all hope is...
Volunteer Advocacy Coordinators Wanted
With more than fifty district office advocacy meetings being held or scheduled around the country, volunteer advocacy coordinators are playing a key a role in reaching out to district offices, recruiting local RPCV advocates, and coordinating with NPCA staff in Washington. Next...
In Memoriam – August 2019
It's no surprise that members of the Peace Corps community possess and develop a wide range of skills and talents. Among those who recently passed away, we honor founders of humanitarian organizations, teachers of English around the world, and individuals...
Why I Give: Gloria Levin
NPCA asks Gloria Levin why she gives time, talent, and treasure to the Peace Corps community While serving as a Peace Corps selection officer at headquarters from 1965 to 1966, Gloria Levin was inspired by returning Peace Corps Volunteers, especially...
Organize/Join District Office Meetings!
A defeated amendment to eliminate Peace Corps funding next fiscal year. Senate legislation to place Peace Corps under the Department of State. House legislation that would propose no less than $450 million for the Peace Corps, protect volunteer non-competitive eligibility...
ACTION ALERT: Oppose Legislation Introduced to Make Peace Corps a Sub-Agency of the State Department
Keep Peace Corps Independent and Internationally Trusted Join the Peace Corps community in protecting the independent, non-political nature of the Peace Corps by opposing legislation (S.2320) introduced by Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) that would make Peace Corps subordinate to the Department of State...
Community Achievements – August 2019
Community News - Achievements of RPCVs Author: Peter Deekle August 2019 ARMENIA Erica Brouillette (2007-2009) was asked to serve in a leadership role within Rotary International. She is the assistant governor for area 10 in Rotary District 7610, and serves as...
In Memoriam – July 2019
This month, we honor members of the Peace Corps community who have died, and also mourn the deaths of two serving volunteers who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their nation. Alan Hale died at age 80 following a bicycle...
Why I Give: Haskell Ward
NPCA asked Haskell Ward why he supports his greater Peace Corps Community. His response: "Amazing Impact." Haskell Ward’s international career began with Crossroads Africa in Kenya which led to his Peace Corps service in Nazareth, Ethiopia. He built his international...