Former President George Bush and Points of Light Foundation to Dedicate New National Monument
The Extra Mile -- Points of Light Volunteer Pathway honors 20 American pioneers of the volunteer movement

WHAT:	At a time when Americans are stepping forward with contributions and volunteer time to assist Gulf coast hurricane victims, the Points of Light Foundation will formally dedicate the Extra Mile – Points of Light Volunteer Pathway, a mile-long pathway of bronze medallions only blocks from the White House. The Extra Mile will ultimately honor up to 70 Americans who dedicated their lives to building service-oriented movements that have benefited American society. Among the initial 20 honorees are Martin Luther King, Jr., Eunice Kennedy Shriver, Frederick Douglass, Cesar Chavez and Clara Barton.
WHEN:	Friday, Oct. 14, 2005 2:00-3:00 pm
WHERE:	2:00 p.m. Willard InterContinental Washington Hotel Ballroom 1400 Pennsylvania Avenue (at corner of 14 th Street) Former President Bush, Points of Light CEO Robert K. Goodwin, Artist Thomas Kinkade and other special guests will offer remarks on the significance of volunteering in America and the legacy of the honorees **MEDIA MUST RSVP TO GAIN ACCESS TO 2 PM CEREMONY** 2:45 p.m. Monument Unveiling at Corner of 15 th and Pennsylvania Former President and Mrs. Bush to unveil lead medallion; Eunice Kennedy Shriver, Millard Fuller and honoree descendents available for photos and interviews
WHO:	Former President George Bush Cokie Roberts, Political Commentator and Member of President's Council on Service and Civic Participation Robert K. Goodwin, President and CEO, Points of Light Foundation Thomas Kinkade, Artist and Philanthropist Honorable Anthony Williams, Mayor of District of Columbia Timothy Flynn, Chairman and CEO, KPMG Descendents of honorees Current leaders of honored nonprofit organizations, including Goodwill Industries, Boys and Girls Clubs of America, and others Student delegation from Harriet Tubman Elementary School, Washington, DC
MORE INFO:	Visit www.ExtraMile.us
RSVP TO:	Melissa Jacobs (201) 507-9500 or Ted Deutsch (609) 924-7490

About the Points of Light Foundation
The Points of Light Foundation & Volunteer Center National Network engages and mobilizes millions of volunteers who help solve serious social problems in thousands of communities. Through a variety of programs and services, the Foundation encourages people from all walks of life – businesses, faith-based organizations, low-income communities, families, youth, and older adults – to volunteer. For more information call 202-729-8000 or visit www.PointsofLight.org. To volunteer, call or visit www.1-800-Volunteer.org.