This commemorative was authorized by Public Law 103-328 and signed by President Bill Clinton to help fund the National Community Service Trust. This release was made available in both uncirculated and proof condition. There was also a coin and stamp set that included a proof silver dollar and 3 cent Staint Gaudens postage stamp.
Per Americorps.gov: "The National Service Trust is a fund established by the National and Community Service Act of 1993. It is used to pay for AmeriCorps Education Awards and interest that accrues on qualified student loans for those who have successfully completed approved terms of national service." The fund pays for education costs at qualified institutions of higher education, training and student loans.
Mintage: proof (101,543), uncirculated (23,500)
Designers:
Thomas D. Rogers (Obv) and William C. Cousins (Rev)
Commems shout out:
http://goccf.com/t/411358
