Gov. Ed Rendell has issued a video message thanking lawyers for participating in the summer public service project, "Get Help Now Pennsylvania."

Part of a nationwide service initiative requested by the White House and launched in Pennsylvania the Gov. Rendell and First Lady Marjorie O. Rendell, "Get Help Now Pennsylvania" provides helpful information to assist those impacted by the economic downturn. Help desks are open at locations across the commonwealth every Tuesday and Thursday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. through Sept. 11.

View the governor's video message.
Read more about the project.
Get the list of help-desk locations.

To volunteer, send an e-mail to Susan Etter at the PBA.