Teaching about Volunteering

• Out of 1,000 U.S. households, one-third of all families and one-half of middle-class families said volunteering is a big part of their life. (Gallup Poll)

• 80% of teenagers reported being active in volunteer work if, as young children, they did some volunteering. (Independent Sector)

• Research shows the following benefits of volunteering: responsibility, leadership, critical thinking, problem-solving, self-respect, self-discipline, self-motivation, patience, tolerance, and good citizenship.