Posts: The American Spirit

4 ways we improved lives in 2022

4 ways we improved lives in 2022

As we look back on the year, we're struck by many numbers: 64 projects, 23 countries, 1 crisis in Ukraine, and over 200 tons (and counting) of lifesaving protective aid to Ukrainian soldiers and civilian volunteers on the front lines. As always, we could not have done...

How one man’s harmonica showcased the best of America

How one man’s harmonica showcased the best of America

One of the great things about America is how we pitch in to make things better. No one tells us we have to do it. We do what we can — even when the odds are against us. That initiative, generosity, and optimism is the essence of citizen service. It’s why I called our...

What it means to save a life

What it means to save a life

What is it worth to save one life? Below is a photo and message the Spirit of America team received from Ukraine. It shows how a protective helmet from Spirit of America saved the life of one of Ukraine’s volunteer Soldiers. Think about what this means to the...

Perspectives from the field: Serving in and out of uniform

Perspectives from the field: Serving in and out of uniform

Service takes many forms, from local organizers and volunteers improving their community to soldiers and diplomats defending our interests abroad. Spirit of America’s field team embodies the value of service and sacrifice. In this video series, some of our field team...

Spotlight Speaker Series

Spotlight Speaker Series

Spotlight is a new virtual speaker series from Spirit of America featuring leaders in world affairs and national security. Thank you for joining us in fall 2022 for expert analysis and unique insights into the global issues driving our work. Each event can be viewed...

9/11 reflections on service and working together

9/11 reflections on service and working together

Today marks 21 years since the attacks of 9/11. Americans will always remember where they were when the first plane hit the World Trade Center. How they felt and, for many, how their lives changed.

Juneteenth: Celebrating freedom and equality for all

Juneteenth: Celebrating freedom and equality for all

On June 19, 1865, federal troops arrived in Texas to carry out the emancipation of African Americans who were still enslaved. Over a century and a half later, Juneteenth is a national federal holiday commemorating the official end of slavery and the independence of...

Watch now: Ukraine briefing #3

Watch now: Ukraine briefing #3

Did you miss our 30-minute briefing covering updates on our response to the Ukraine crisis? The recording is now online! Watch CEO Jim Hake, Director of Field Operations Terrell Chandler, Europe Regional Program Manager Matt Dimmick, and our local partner Ruslan...

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