Mr. Nesbitt
Receives Congressional Recognition as
Sacramento Regional Community Trainer

Sacramento Service History
In 1969, John joined the Oak Park Sacramento Urban League. John then taught in the Grant Union High School District, at Norte Del Rio H.S. in Del Paso Heights. From 1977 through 80, John served as Executive Director to the SETA program "Conception Incorporated" established in Oak Park by Callie Carney, Councilwoman at that time. The program addressed ……….

Each year, Bank of America selects 5 "Local Heroes" from nominations submitted by individuals and organizations. Although there is no specific eligibility requirements, Bank of American, continues to look for individuals who have made special and significant impact on individuals, families or community at large; inspired others to volunteer for community service and/or have been a catalyst for new vision, understanding and change in the community. On September 30, 2010, the RSVP office was informed that RSVP volunteer, John Nesbit, was selected as one of the recipients of the local hero award. John's commitment to helping others spans several decades from working with ethnic gangs in the 1970's to providing case management services to homeless families in the 1990's. As an RSVP Volunteer, John has dedicated over 500 hours to the Veteran's History Project (VHP) and the Neighborhood Emergency Training (NET). For VHP, John interviews war veterans whose experiences may have gone undocumented and the interview is sent to the Library of Congress. As a NET Trainer, John travels to senior centers, churches, housing communities and teaches disaster preparedness to seniors and other groups who may be vulnerable during an emergency. John has also been vocal in collaboration with California Volunteers. On November 16, 2010, Bank of America will honor John with the other 4 Local Hero recipients. In addition, a grant for $5000 will be awarded to the non-profit of John's choice. Congratulations, John!!!

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