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For our inaugural post, we are excited to share NMCFS’ latest newsletter: program highlights, exhibit previews, opportunities to get involved, and stories from our community partners.

👉 bit.ly/NMCFSnewsletter

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February 6, 2026 at 10:02 PM
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👉 Since America's founding 250 years ago, service to others has consistently woven the foundation and spirit of who we are.

Learn more: www.250andbeyond.com/OurAmericanStory

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June 29, 2026 at 11:31 PM
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Join the National Museum and Center for Service and Independent Sector for the 250 & Beyond - National Service Symposium.

#250andbeyond #Service #TrustProject

Date: October 9, 2024

Time: 10am-4pm EST

Register to join virtually at www.250andbeyond.com.
October 8, 2024 at 8:50 PM
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JOIN US! FREE live broadcast of our 2026 Service Symposium | 250 & Beyond | Our American Story

April 24, 10am - 4pm ET.

Register: www.250andbeyond.com/symposium

Join us in this nationwide celebration of service!

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April 9, 2026 at 6:26 PM
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2026 Service Symposium: Our American Story, April 24 - Agenda and full Speaker list is LIVE!

Don't forget to register for FREE to watch the live broadcast.

👉️ 250andbeyond.com/symposium#sp...

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April 17, 2026 at 11:15 PM
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Today is #TogetherTuesday, June 23rd!

We invite you to host a Potlucks & Perspectives gathering to share the spirit of community and giving.

Be part of the national narrative of generosity: www.nmcfs.org/TogetherTuesday

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June 23, 2026 at 4:42 PM
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How can we bridge the partisan divides in today's headlines? 250 & Beyond: Our American Story explores service as the "hidden connector" that keeps our #communities running and our #democracy strong.
Watch now at www.250andbeyond.com/conversation

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March 9, 2026 at 12:01 PM
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Register now to join Sarah Botstein & Brian Baird on March 12 at 1pm EST for a live Q&A as a follow up conversation to 250 & Beyond: Our American Story — A conversation about communities, service and #democracy.
Link in comments
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March 7, 2026 at 10:42 PM
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How does ⭐️ service ⭐️ manifest in your community?

We're looking for inspiring stories about service in our nation. Here's a great one from Sarah Botstein.

❤️ Share your story here: www.250andbeyond.com/ouramericanstory ❤️

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April 13, 2026 at 4:40 PM
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"Service helps you feel less isolated, makes you feel part of something."

youtu.be/JRL5gCv0iQA

Hear Cait's inspiring journey and join us in celebrating the spirit of service across America!

👉️ Have a story of service? Submit it here:
👉️ www.250andbeyond.com/OurAmericanStory

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June 12, 2026 at 11:02 AM
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Shawn will tell you that national service saved his life.

"Selfless, targeted service through kindness and community — that's a labor of love." ~Shawn Durnen

👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=es4SO38FyJs

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250 & Beyond | Selfless, Targeted Service. A Labor of Love." | Shawn Durnen
YouTube video by AmeriCorps Connection
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July 31, 2026 at 4:49 PM
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You asked, and they answered! Catch our special follow-up Q&A with #filmmaker Sarah Botstein and fmr. Rep. Brian Baird on the past, present, and future of our #democracy.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=US95...
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Q&A w/ Sarah Botstein and Hon. Brian Baird for 250 & Beyond: Our American Story
Join acclaimed documentary filmmaker Sarah Botstein (co-director of The American Revolution) and former U.S. Representative Brian Baird for a compelling Q&A exploring the soul of American…
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March 13, 2026 at 6:31 PM
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⭐️ Share a story about community service ⭐️

We're looking for inspiring stories about service in our nation. Here's a great one from RE Sources in Bellingham, WA.

bit.ly/4trFUjJ

❤️ Share: www.250andbeyond.com/ouramericanstory ❤️

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Re Sources in Bellingham share their story of Service.
Founded in 1982, RE Sources is a nonprofit organization working to protect the environment and communities of the central Salish Sea region and our climate. RE Sources catalyzes community action to…
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April 16, 2026 at 9:30 PM
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"I inspire people to go into schools, to read to students, to share their stories of service." ~JoAnna Arnold PhD, Americus, GA

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JoAnna Arnold PhD | Our American Story | Amicus, GA
YouTube video by National Museum and Center for Service
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July 31, 2026 at 4:54 PM
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Girls Scouts are ready to tell their service stories! What wonderful synergy with #NMCFS - we're all in to make a better world.

Last day of the Girl Scouts Unite convention in DC.

(Feel that energy?)

#girlscouts #serviceunites #CivicEngagement #250andBeyond
July 27, 2026 at 5:07 PM
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Friday fun!

#GirlScoutsUnite2026

Pics from Girl Scouts Unite conference in DC!

Girl Scouts helps girls find their voice and power to help build a better world and they exemplify service.

Go Girl Scouts!

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July 24, 2026 at 9:09 PM
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With his expertise in #civicengagement, we asked Trygve a question that's on many people's minds.

His response was deep and inciteful:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbC8...

Share your story of service: www.250andbeyond.com/ouramericanstory

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Trygve Throntveit | Our American Story | Minneapolis, MN
YouTube video by National Museum and Center for Service
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July 23, 2026 at 4:26 PM
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Service and #volunteering: As an #immigrant, finding community; as a retiree, finding new purpose.

This is Our American Story.

What is your story of service? Let us know:
www.250andbeyond.com/ouramericans...

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July 21, 2026 at 5:53 PM
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Do you like #volunteering?

This could be for you: www.volunteeralive.org/communities....

Communities of practice organized around topical engagement areas where you can register and get involved.

#volunteerism #ServiceUnites #250andbeyond #civicengagement #CommunityImpact #giveback
Communities of Practice
AL!VE Communities of Practice connect volunteer engagement professionals to learn together, share best practices, and solve real-world challenges.
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July 15, 2026 at 3:21 PM
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🥳 🎉 We launched our new website!

We invite you to explore!

About us: www.nmcfs.org/about

Create your museum: www.nmcfs.org/get-involved/create-your-museum

Stories of Service: www.nmcfs.org/stories-of-service

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#250andbeyond #OurAmericanStory #websitelaunch
July 14, 2026 at 4:09 PM
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Do you live in the #Seattle area?
ParentMap has published a great events calendar of organized events to help connect Washingtonians to their history.

👉 www.parentmap.com/.../america-...

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America’s 250th: Celebrate at These Seattle-Area Events
A curated list of America 250 events, including parades and exhibits near Seattle that celebrate the anniversary.
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July 13, 2026 at 4:50 PM
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The VALUE of volunteer #service in America is enormous!

Service and #volunteering is crucial - it's what helps bind us together in communities and helps strengthen #democracy.

Share YOUR story:
www.250andbeyond.com/ouramericanstory

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July 7, 2026 at 5:54 PM
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What does service look like for you?

Addie is a #volunteer exemplar!

👀 www.youtube.com/watch?v=pnWL...

Learn more: www.250andbeyond.com/ouramericanstory

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Service Heals the World Addie Madchen 250&Beyond
YouTube video by AmeriCorps Connection
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July 7, 2026 at 4:41 PM
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"Service, citizenship, and community are at the heart of all of it." ~Sara Botstein, Co-Director and Producer, PBS’s The American Revolution

Share ❤️your❤️ story here: www.250andbeyond.com/ouramericanstory

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July 3, 2026 at 5:32 PM
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What does it mean to be a "Community of Service"?

Edmonds, WA knows. They embody the spirit of service!

independentsector.org/blog/edmonds...

💪 A Model for the Next 250 Years

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National Museum and Center for Service Names Edmonds, Washington First 'Community of Service' - Independent Sector
Julie Budkowski shares how Edmonds, Washington is celebrating service in their community and creating a playbook for the nation.
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June 29, 2026 at 5:33 PM