BGuthrie Photos: DC -- The Extra Mile Points of Light Volunteer Pathway

DC -- The Extra Mile Points of Light Volunteer Pathway:

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Description of Pictures: The new walk pieces were unveiled on October 14, 2005. These pictures were taken during several visits. In the latter ones, you'll notice they're already getting scratched up.

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Specific picture descriptions: Photos above with "i" icons next to the bracketed sequence numbers (e.g. "[1] ") are described as follows:
1. XMILE_051015_021.JPG: Eunice Kennedy Shriver: When Eunice Kennedy Shriver founded Special Olympics in 1968, she envisioned a program of athletic competition for people with mental retardation that sidelined prejudice and substituted opportunity and understanding. Through her advocacy, she has brought to millions of lives what all people deserve: a chance to experience self-worth with their fellow man, a chance to live a life without walls. "Special Olympics athletes are spokespersons for freedom itself -- they ask for the freedom to live, the freedom to belong, the freedom to contribute, the freedom to have a chance. And, of all the values that unite and inspire us to seek a better world, no value holds a higher place that the value of freedom."
2. XMILE_051015_030.JPG: Helen Keller (1880-1968): Blind and deaf writer and activist, and guiding force of the American Foundation for the Blind, who devoted her life to expanding possibilities for people who are deaf-blind, blind, or have low vision. "A person who is severely impaired never knows his hidden sources of strength until he is treated like a normal human being and encouraged to shape his own life."
3. XMILE_051015_034.JPG: Martin Luther King, Jr. (1929-1968): In founding the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. gave momentum to the civil rights movement. Dr. King's persistent efforts, inspiring oratory, and non-violent protests, despite physical attacks, death threats, and retaliatory violence, brought America closer to his dream of equality for all. "The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy. The true neighbor will risk his position, his prestige and even his life for the welfare of others."
4. XMILE_051015_039.JPG: Juliette Gordon Low: Founded Girl Scouts of the United States of America in 1912 to encourage girls to develop and strengthen their leadership skills; to provide support, kindness and compassion to those in need; and to prepare to serve as responsible citizens of their community and country. Her efforts have enabled millions of girls, from 5 to 17, to enjoy fun, friendship and learning opportunities in a nurturing environment. "The work of today is the history of tomorrow, and we are its makers." October 31, 1860 - January 17, 1927.
5. XMILE_051015_044.JPG: W.D. Boyce (1858-1929): Inspired by the "good turn" of an unknown English scout, W.D. Boyce brought scouting to the United States in 1910, making it possible for millions of young Americans to benefit from its values-based educational programs. "Under his patronage and guidance, American Boy Scouting as we know it today received its impetus. From that original vision of Mr. Boyce have developed thousands of troops of clear-eyed healthy young men, representing all that is finest in American youth..." -- Eulogy by James E. West, Chief Scout Executive of the BSA; June 14, 1929.
6. XMILE_051015_072.JPG: Booker T. Washington (1856-1915): As an influential African American, living in a time of escalating segregation, Booker T. Washington negotiated a course between accommodation and progress in advocating greater civil rights for blacks. His philosophy of "request" not "protest" allowed him to gain the respect of presidents and politicians, but sometimes alienated those of his own race. Washington believed education was a cornerstone for the advancement of blacks and his efforts to raise money for is beloved Tuskegee Institute helped secure its well-deserved reputation as a leading educational institution for African Americans. "My life work is the promotion of education of my race."
7. XMILE_051015_074.JPG: Ernest K. Coulter (1871-1952): Ernest K. Coulter's enduring contribution is the founding, in 1904, of the Big Brothers Big Sisters youth mentoring movement. Coulter lived a life of purpose and passion. Social welfare activist, journalist, lecturer, author, lawyer and advocate for children's rights -- Coulter offered a lifetime of service to others. "...make the little chap feel that there is at least one human being in this great city who takes a personal interest in him, who cares whether he lives or dies."
8. XMILE_051015_082.JPG: Millard & Linda Fuller: Founded Habitat for Humanity, a Christian organization, with "open arms" to all who want to be involved, that builds affordable houses with families who need adequate shelter. Proclaiming a message of faith, hope and love, the Fullers have inspired thousands of volunteers and other supporters who share their dream of a world where all people have at least a simple, decent place to live. "We have the know-how in the world to house everyone. We have the resources in the world to house everyone. All that's missing is the WILL to do it." -- Millard Fuller
9. XMILE_051023_001.JPG: W.E.B. DuBois (1868-1963), Mary White Ovington (1865-1951): In 1909, W.E.B. DuBois, a leading spokesman in the Campaign for Racial Equality, joined Mary White Ovington, Moorfield Storey, William English Walling, John Milholland, Oswald Garrison Villard, Frances Blascoer and 54 other prominent Americans as founding officers of the NAACP. Both Ovington and DuBois served in crucial roles at the NAACP for decades, helping guide its policies and programs. "I believe that all men, black and brown and white, are brothers, varying in time and opportunity, in form and gift and feature, but differing in no essential particular, and alike in soul and the possibility of infinite development." -- W.E.B. DuBois
10. XMILE_051023_009.JPG: Luther and Charlotte Gulick: Founded Camp Fire in 1910 as America's first nonsectarian, interracial organization for girls, with boys joining in 1975. The organization provided opportunities and real-life lessons in seven areas key to successful childhood and adulthood: seeking beauty, giving service, pursuing knowledge, being trustworthy, holding onto health, glorifying work, and being happy. "The primary purpose of Camp Fire is to promote service to others, team work, and opportunities for a well-rounded life -- a vivid, intense life of joy and service." -- Dr. Luther Halsey Gulick
11. XMILE_051023_013.JPG: Harriet Tubman (circa 1820-1913): Harriet Tubman escaped a life of slavery only to return south, at her own peril, time and again, to lead more than 300 fugitive slaves through the underground railroad to safety and freedom. After the Civil War, Tubman raised money to clothe and educate newly freed African American children and established a home for ages and indigent African Americans. "I had crossed the line of which I had so long been dreaming, I was free; ... to this solemn resolution I came; I was free, and they should be free also."
12. XMILE_051023_023.JPG: Cesar Chavez (1927-1993): Led by his desire to secure a better quality of life for migrant farm workers, Cesar Chavez helped found the United Farm Workers of America, the first effective farm workers' union in the United States under his leadership of nonviolent protest, the UFW was able to secure improved wages and benefits, more humane living and working conditions, and better job security for some of the poorest workers in America. Through his life of service, Chavez provided inspiration to countless others. "We cannot seek achievements for ourselves and forget about progress and prosperity for our community... Our ambitions must be broad enough to include the aspirations and needs of others, for their sakes and for our own."
13. XMILE_051023_045.JPG: Melvin Jones (1879-1961): Believing in the power of cooperative altruism, Melvin Jones helped shape Lions Clubs International into the largest network of service clubs in the world. The organization is committed to assisting the visually impaired and supporting sight conservation worldwide. Using the motto, "We serve," Lions Clubs seek to improve the lives of the needy and offer young people the chance to catch the spirit of service. "You can't get very far until you start doing something for somebody else..."
14. XMILE_051023_049.JPG: Ballington and Maud Booth: Founded Volunteers of America in 1896 with the mission to reach and uplift all people. The booths envisioned a movement that would care for the whole person -- mind, body, and spirit. Their vision lives on in a national organization that provides services to help children, the elderly, people with disabilities, the homeless, and others in need. "Our work is not all bread and shelter. The underprivileged, the weak, and the unfortunate need more. They need sympathy, the warmth of fellowship, and the instilling of courage." -- Ballington Booth
15. XMILE_051023_054.JPG: William Edwin Hall (1876-1961): William Edwin Hall served as the unpaid president of the Boys and Girls Clubs of America for nearly four decades. Sacrificing his time and personal assets, Hall kept the nascent organization solvent. Through his leadership, it grew to become one of America's preeminent charities, offering children a safe harbor from temptation and teaching them to become productive, responsible and caring citizens. "What greater monument could a man hope for but the part he had played in the building of character and citizenship among our youth?"
16. XMILE_051023_074.JPG: Clara Barton (1821-1912): Clara Barton lived a lifetime of tireless service to others. During the American Civil War, she became known as the "angel of the battlefield," delivering supplies and caring for the sick and wounded. After the war, Barton organized a campaign to locate missing soldiers. Her enduring legacy was the founding in 1881, of the American Red Cross, an organization whose name became synonymous with disaster preparedness, response and relief. "You must never so much think as whether it is bearable or not; you must never think of anything except the need, and how to meet it."
17. XMILE_051023_083.JPG: Edgar Allen (1862-1937): Edgar "Daddy" Allen founded Easter Seals in 1919. Inspired by his vision and passion, Easter Seals creates solutions that change lives and assures that children and adults with disabilities can live with equality, dignity, and independence. "Your life and mine should be valued not by what we take... but by what we give."
18. XMILE_051023_087.JPG: Paul Harris (1868-1947): Inspired by the simple idea of combining fellowship and service, Paul Harris pioneered the service club movement with the founding of Rotary International. Rotary fulfilled his dream of a worldwide organization of business and professional people service their communities and promoting international understanding. Rotary continues to expand global horizons through its educational programs and offers hope through its humanitarian efforts and public health campaigns. "Service Above Self."
19. XMILE_051023_093.JPG: Frederick Douglass (1817-1895): A famed orator and writer, Frederick Douglass was a key architect of the movement that ended slavery, the very institution into which he was born. Even after his goal to abolish slavery was achieved, Douglass persisted in his struggle for equality. His works in the women's rights and civil rights movements helped set the stage for further landmark change in this country. "I prefer to be true to myself, even at the hazard of incurring the ridicule of others, rather than to be false, and to incur my own abhorrence."
20. XMILE_051023_097.JPG: Dr. Edgar J. Helms (founded Goodwill Industries in 1902): To help people with disabilities and disadvantages participate fully in society by expanding their occupational capabilities. To establish this mission, Helms created an innovative system whereby Goodwill collects used items from the community and sells them in Goodwill Stores to fund its employment, training and job placement programs. "Friends of Goodwill, be dissatisfied with your work until every handicapped and unfortunate person in your community has an opportunity to develop to his fullest usefulness and enjoy a maximum of abundant living." January 19, 1863 - December 23, 1942.
21. XMILE_051023_101.JPG: The Extra Mile: Points of Volunteer Pathway: Two journeys lie ahead. One is the tangible journey of visiting this monument and taking inspiration from the noble achievements of the men and women honored by the bronze medallions that form the pathway ahead. The other -- less tangible -- is the journey of life. Fate and self-determination shape this journey, and together give meaning to one's time on earth. The two journeys meet when one chooses to set aside self-interest and go the extra mile to help others. This monument tells the story of great Americans who, through their caring and personal sacrifice, reached out to others, building their dreams into great movements that have helped people across America and around the world. Each bronze medallion chronicles a chapter in that story, showing how volunteering has helped build our Nation and demonstrating that one person can, indeed, make the world a better place. The Extra Mile was created in the spirit of the mission of the Points of Light Foundation and in grateful tribute to its founder, George Bush, 41st President of the United States, and to Barbara Bush for their support of volunteer service as a means of solving serious social problems. The Extra Mile -- Points of Light Volunteer Pathway Dedicated October 14, 2005 John A. Johansen -- Founder Points of Light Foundation Robert K. Goodwin -- President & CEO Steven L. Miller -- Chairman
Wikipedia Description: The Extra Mile
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

The Extra Mile - Points of Light Volunteer Pathway is a national monument installed in the sidewalks of Washington D.C.. It is located along 15th Street and G Street. The honorees of the monument are people who "through their caring and personal sacrifice, reached out to others, building their dreams into movements that helped people across America and throughout the world". Each honoree has a custom-made bronze medallion installed along the path. It currently has 20 such monuments, but there are plans to extend it down to 11th Street and back up F Street so it forms a mile-long pathway of 70 medallions. The monument was dedicated on October 14, 2005 in a ceremony attended by George H.W. Bush and Laura Bush.

Included Persons:

* Edgar Allen - Founder, Easter Seals
* Clara Barton - Founder, American Red Cross
* Ballington & Maud Booth - Founder, Volunteers of America
* William D. Boyce - Founder, Boy Scouts of America
* Cesar Chavez - Co-founder, United Farm Workers of America
* Ernest Kent Coulter - Founder, Big Brothers/Big Sisters of America
* Frederick Douglass - Abolitionist
* Millard & Linda Fuller - Founder and co-founder, Habitat for Humanity
* Charlotte & Luther Gulick - Founder, Camp Fire USA
* William Edwin Hall - Founder, Boys and Girls Clubs of America
* Paul Harris - Founder, Rotary International
* Edgar J. Helms - Founder, Goodwill Industries
* Melvin Jones - Founder, International Association of Lions Clubs
* Helen Keller - Founder, American Foundation for the Blind
* Martin Luther King, Jr - Civil Rights Leader
* Juliette Gordon Low - Founder, Girl Scouts of America
* Mary White Ovington/W.E.B. Dubois - Founders, NAACP
* Eunice Kennedy Shriver - Founder, Special Olympics
* Harriet Tubman - Leader of Underground Railroad Effort to Free Slaves
* Booker T. Washington - Civil Rights Leader

Additional Honorees (Their medallions will be installed in additional ceremonies):

* Jane Addams - Founder, Hull House
* Susan B. Anthony - Suffragist
* Roger Baldwin - Founder, American Civil Liberties Union
* Ida Wells-Barnett - Leader of the Anti-Lynching Movement
* Clifford Beers - Founder of the Modern Mental Healthcare Movement
* Wallace Campbell - Founder, CARE
* Rachel Carson - Environmentalist
* Dorothea Dix - Advocate of the Reform of Institutions for the Mentally Ill
* Samuel Gompers - Founder, American Federation of Labor
* John Muir - Conservationist
* Robert Smith/William Wilson - Co-Founders, Alcoholics Anonymous
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