Jimmy Carter Forever Stamp 2025
The U.S. Postal Service honors Jimmy Carter (1924 - 2024), the 39th president of the United States, with a commemorative stamp recognizing his decades of public service and his lifelong commitment to peace, democracy, and human rights.
Born and raised in a small Georgia town, Carter entered national politics as a different kind of presidential candidate an outsider who represented a new wave of Southern leadership. His presidency began with significant achievements and high expectations, although it later faced serious challenges, including diplomatic crises and economic difficulties. After leaving the White House, Carter dedicated more than 30 years to humanitarian efforts and became internationally recognized for his work promoting conflict resolution, democratic values, and human dignity.
The stamp artwork features a 1982 oil painting on linen by acclaimed portrait artist Herbert E. Abrams (1921 - 2003). The painting was created as a preliminary life study while Abrams was preparing the official White House portrait of President Carter.
Throughout his presidency, Carter emphasized themes of humility, cooperation, and responsible government. His administration expanded opportunities for women and minorities in federal positions, created a presidential commission focused on mental health, established new Cabinet-level departments, and significantly increased the nation's protected public lands through expansions of the National Park System and federally designated wilderness areas. In an effort to address economic challenges, he supported the deregulation of energy prices and several major industries, including commercial aviation.
Carter also played an important role in international affairs. One of his most notable achievements was his personal involvement in negotiating the Camp David Accords, which created a foundation for peace efforts in the Middle East. He also signed the SALT II agreement with the Soviet Union to limit strategic nuclear weapons and formally established diplomatic relations between the United States and China.
Following his presidency, Carter continued his public service through The Carter Center, founded in partnership with Emory University. The organization works to strengthen democracy, support fair elections, resolve conflicts, and combat neglected tropical diseases affecting some of the world's most vulnerable communities. His decades of humanitarian work earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002, recognizing his dedication to advancing peace and improving lives around the world.
Art director Ethel Kessler designed the President Jimmy Carter stamp, creating a lasting tribute to a leader whose influence extended well beyond his years in office.
The President Jimmy Carter stamp is issued as a Forever stamp, meaning it will always retain the same value as the current First-Class Mail one-ounce postage rate.
