Get Publicity: Sample Proclamation template

Use our sample Proclamation PDF or template provided below. Just cut-and-paste it into any word processor and insert the information pertinent to your project. Request your proclamation by midsummer, as the process can take time. Follow up with phone calls in early October. Contact other officials, such as representatives and state legislators. Tell them about your plans and ask for their support and involvement. Invite participation by asking officials to deliver a speech at your kickoff event. Identify a community problem. Ask government officials to use Make A Difference Day as a starting point to initiate action.

SAMPLE PROCLAMATION TEMPLATE

WHEREAS, serious social problems concern our nation and threaten its future; and

WHEREAS, connecting with others and working together through volunteer service can bridge the differences that separate people and help solve serious social problems; and

WHEREAS, we, the American people, have a tradition of philanthropy and volunteerism; and

WHEREAS, millions of self-sacrificing individuals touched and enhanced the lives of millions on the ninth annual day of doing good by giving where there was a need, rebuilding what had been torn down, teaching where there was a desire to learn and inspiring those who had lost hope; and

WHEREAS, USA WEEKEND Magazine and its affiliate newspapers and The Points of Light Foundation and its affiliate volunteer centers have joined to promote an annual national day of doing good that celebrates and strengthens the spirit of volunteer service; and

WHEREAS, volunteer service is an investment in the future we all must share;

NOW, THEREFORE, I [NAME/TITLE] do hereby proclaim Oct. 28, 2006, as Make A Difference Day in [CITY/STATE], and urge my fellow citizens to observe this day by connecting with friends, fellow employees and relatives and with religious, school and civic groups to engage in projects benefiting their community.

Signed this [Date] day of [Month], 2006