Dold Honored for Support of National Service

Bob Dold, U.S. Congressman for Illinois’ 10th District, will be honored for his support for national service at the annual Friends of National Service Awards slated for Tuesday, Feb. 9 in Washington, D.C.

Dold will be awarded the Outstanding National Service Advocacy Award by Voices for National Service, a “diverse coalition of national service programs, state service commissions and individual champions who work to ensure Americans of all ages have the opportunity to volunteer in their community,” according to a news release.

“I am deeply honored to receive this award from Voices for National Service,” said Dold. “Programs that educate young people about national service, such as my Young Women’s Leadership Academy, enable young Americans to contribute to their communities and thrive. I was honored to bring Lavell Brown, a graduate of YouthBuild Lake County, to the State of the Union to highlight the importance of continuing to grow these programs.”

Dold joins, among others, U.S. Sen. John McCain and Kelly Ayotte, as winners who will be honored at the Tuesday event.

“A lifelong public servant, Congressman Dold understands that service to others can change lives and is an inherently American idea,” said AnnMaura Connolly, President, Voices for National Service. “As a vocal champion for national service and a strong supporter of the YouthBuild program, Congressman Dold has worked tirelessly to elevate national service as a legislative priority. We are honored to recognize Congressman Dold as a champion of national service.”