Volunteerism in America
Volunteerism in America has been declining, but the need for volunteers remains. NPR's series 'Here to Help' shines a light on the importance of volunteer work in boosting longevity, mental health, and civic engagement. Share your story of how volunteering has made a difference in your life.
Key Points
- Volunteer work has been on a slow decline in America
- Despite the decline, the needs for volunteers in areas like soup kitchens and natural disaster response remain
- Volunteering has shown to have positive effects on longevity, mental health, and civic engagement
Pros
- Boosts longevity
- Improves mental health
- Broadens civic engagement