Change Can Begin with YOU

With the inauguration around the corner, we have been asking ourselves
"What's Next?" How can we be a part of the change? In response to those
questions, this campaign calls for Americans everywhere to think about the
change they can make in their community in the coming year, then visit the
Case Foundation's web site and share this commitment with us ­ and the
world. The campaign is simple and easy. There is no idea too big or too
small.

Just by pledging to make a difference, one lucky individual will win an
all expenses paid Inauguration trip for two. This includes airfare, a three
night hotel stay, and tickets to the Inaugural ceremony and the Hawaii
Inaugural Ball. And, in the spirit of giving, this person will be set up
with a once in a lifetime opportunity to serve in Washington, D.C. as part
of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service.

The Change Begins with Me campaign is just the beginning of our year-long
effort to help transform inauguration excitement into community action. In
the coming months, the Case Foundation will connect commitment makers with
ongoing opportunities to serve, provide a venue for discussion and networking, share inspirational stories, invite participation with our civic-engagement programs and partners, and catalyze action through mini-grants and other incentives, including:

· A six month survey reporting on the status of commitments;

· Monthly spotlights on inspiring commitments to change;

· An Ask the Changemaker online chat and Q&A series, highlighting government and non-profit leaders at the helm of change efforts;

· Talk + Action = Change monthly mini-grants competition, where five $500 grants will be given away each month to passionate individuals with innovative ideas about simple ways to connect with others in their communities, talk about what's needed, and then take action together.