November 6, 2015 Mr. John Schmidt 4974 S, Murray Blvd., Apt. HI Murray, UT 84123 Dear Mr. Schmidt: In recognition of Veterans Day, November 11, 2015, we would like to thank you for your ‘commitment to serving your country twice—first as a member of our nation’s military and again as an AmeriCorps member here in Utah. Enclosed you will find a pin designating you as a member of the newly established National Veteran Corps, an elite group of AmeriCorps members in every state ‘who are military veterans and/or who serve veterans and their families. We are incredibly grateful for your service and dedication. ‘Through AmeriCorps, more than 18,000 veterans continued to serve their country in nearly 1,000 communities last year alone. Veterans and military family members are also receiving this support directly through AmeriCorps programs carrying out a range of services to support our nation’s heroes—nearly 800,000 across the country just last year. Here in Utah, you are making a powerful impact on the most eritical issues facing our communities, from improving literacy and increasing graduation rates to providing mental healthcare and disaster preparedness training. Because of your decision to apply your skills and abilities to solving problems on the home front, children are being mentored by caring adults, formerly homeless members of our community are transitioning into housing and jobs, and individuals and families have access to healthcare that is only within reach because of your hard work and sacrifice It is my honor and privilege to welcome you to the National Veteran Corps. I hope this pin serves as a reminder of the countless individuals, families, and communities across our state who are indebted to you, On behalf of myself, the Utah Commission on Service & Volunteerism (UServeUtah) and the State of Utah, [thank you for your service ‘Yours in Service, P- —— Sieddad op Lt. Governor Spencer J. Cox LaDawn Stoddard Erin Jemison State of Utah Executive Director National Service Manager UServeUtah UServeUtah