The purpose of the Extra Mile – Points of Light Volunteer Pathway is to educate and inspire all those who follow its one-mile route through Washington DC. The Extra Mile aims to put the idea of volunteerism into the hands of effective people so it can be part of an ongoing dialogue and educational program. Through the Extra Mile we will deepen the understanding of volunteerism and its ability to help meet basic human needs and to stimulate as many conversations about those issues as possible.

The vision of the Extra Mile aims to encourage the growth of volunteerism, inspire young people to become the future leaders of the charitable community and encourage our culture to redefine the meaning of “role models” for our youth.

We will soon offer service-learning programs that will carry this important teaching tool and resource to young Americans. These programs will enable them to learn of the history of charity, philanthropy and volunteering through the life stories of the Extra Mile honorees and the movements they founded.

Check back with us to learn about these future initiatives that will include:

• Curriculum materials for schools
• Interactive learning experiences
• Program partnerships